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    Newcastle Utd Wag beams as she parties with thousands of Geordies taking over London ahead of Carabao Cup final

    THOUSANDS of Newcastle United fans took over Covent Garden on Saturday ahead of the Carabao Cup final against Liverpool.And they were joined by a Toon star’s stunning WAG.Newcastle United fans descended on Covent Garden in the droves ahead of the Carabao Cup finalCredit: GETTYThey were joined by the stunning Juliette PastoreCredit: INSTAGRAM@JULIETTE_PASTOREPastore is the girlfriend of Magpies midfielder Sandro TonaliCredit: INSTAGRAM@JULIETTE_PASTOREPastore, 24, runs her own clothing brandCredit: INSTAGRAM@JULIETTE_PASTOREPastore has nearly 125,000 followers on InstagramCredit: INSTAGRAM@JULIETTE_PASTOREJuliette Pastore – the fiancee of Toon midfielder Sandro Tonali – joined the hoards of Magpies supporters who descended on the central London hotspot.And she got in the spirit of things by draping herself in Newcastle flags.Pastore paid homage to Tonali with a flag featuring her other half’s face and a Birra Morreti-inspired design.Pastore wasn’t the only Wag caught up getting in the spirit of things.READ MORE SPORTS NEWSThays Gondim De Lira – Joelinton’s other half – showed on her Instagram that she’s also relishing the potentially historic game for Eddie Howe’s side.The Brazilian posted a photo of the midfielder and their son to her Instagram story for her 314,000 followers to see.Joelinton beamed as he posed with his son, whose hair had been dyed to match his old man’sNewcastle will be hoping to end their 70-YEAR-LONG wait to win domestic honours against Premier League table toppers Liverpool.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSJuliette Pastore and Sandro Tonali got engaged last monthCredit: INSTAGRAM@JULIETTE_PASTOREManager Eddie Howe said: “I understand the finals record isn’t great.”But I take us qualifying for the Champions League, when we had to go deep into the season, as an example of us being really successful.How Newcastle can topple Liverpool with Isak’s brilliant ‘go-stop-go’ trick in cup final”Our destiny is in our own hands. I’m not even going to use the word [curse]. It is not in our mindset.”It’s about us delivering a great performance. “Talking about the other outcome [winning], that is exciting.” More

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    Ex-England and Gladiators star John Fashanu arrested on suspicion of ‘five crimes’ as he sues cops for £100k

    EX-ENGLAND and Gladiators star John Fashanu was arrested on suspicion of “five crimes” and is suing cops for a whopping £100,000.The 62-year-old is on bail after getting apprehended over a land dispute, reports claim.Wimbledon Goalscorer John Fashanu (c) celebrates his goal with team mates Vinnie Jones (l) and Dennis Wise during the FA Cup 5th Round matchCredit: GettyPresenters John Fashanu and Ulrika Jonsson on GladiatorsCredit: RexJohn Fashanu attends the UK Premiere of ‘The Lone Ranger’ at Odeon Leicester Square in 2013Credit: Getty – ContributorFashanu is suspected of criminal conspiracy, threat to life, intimidation, trespass, and obtaining by false pretence in Nigeria, where the star now resides.The former footballer vehemently denies the claims, and is suing cops for an eye-watering £100,000 compensation, the Mirror reports.He accuses the police of violating his rights by wrongly arresting him, his wife Vivian and his lawyer Chinyere Chigbu over what he argues is a civil dispute involving land.Some investors reportedly agreed to pay Fashanu over £500,000 for the 22-acre site before the drama unfolded.read more sportAfter discovering the investors had sent their workmen to build a perimeter fence on the site, the star and his lawyer began to investigate.He alleged that they found the fence workmen being bizarrely protected by cops and were both arrested after agreeing to go to the police station to sort out the issue.Fashanu accused them of “arrest, detention and inhuman treatment” for “about three hours” on December 16.He added that there were “subsequent intermittent constraints” of his “personal liberty” up to December 19.Most read in Football His wife Vivian was also wrong arrested, he alleged, after she went to the police station with him.Fashanu also alleged he suffered “gross unconstitutional violation” of his rights after cops took away his mobile phone.Dan Burn’s gone from pushing trolleys at Asda to potential England glory – he fully deserves his call-upThe former footballer, nicknamed Fash the Bash, helped Wimbledon win the 1988 FA Cup and played for Aston Villa and won two England caps.Fashanu was born in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, and retained dual British and Nigerian citizenship due to his dad being born there.He has lived in the capital Abuja for a number of years and has become a prominent name in the country due to his successful career as a footballer and work with the Nigerian FA and the government.Fashanu’s brother, Justin, was Britain’s first openly gay footballer and the first Black £1 million player before his tragic death in 1998 at 37 years old.Earlier in March, Fashanu appeared at a hearing of Abuja’s Federal High Court where the case was adjourned by a judge until April 10.The former footballer’s lawyer Chinyere Chigbu said of the court case: “The court granted the adjournment to give all the respondents enough time to file their counter affidavit. “It will allow them enough time to properly file their response.”The lawyer also confirmed that himself and the Fashanu’s are on bail after their arrests.He added: “All three have perfected their bail conditions. “They have all met the requirements to be admitted on administrative bail by police.”READ MORE SUN STORIESFashanu filed the case against 12 defendants in the documents.These include the Nigeria Police Force, the Inspector General of Police and police service commission, naming Abuja’s police commissioner, deputy commissioner, chief superintendent and deputy superintendent.John Fashanu attends ‘Dancing On Ice’ in 2023Credit: Getty More

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    ‘That’s actually insane’ – Barcelona star Lamine Yamal spotted on TV at SmackDown after rubbing shoulders with WWE stars

    BARCELONA star Lamine Yamal stunned fans by appearing on TV at SmackDown.And the teen prodigy could not hide his excitement as he rubbed shoulders with WWE stars.Lamine Yamal was seen in the crowd for WWE SmackDownCredit: TwitterYamal got pictures with Cody RhodesCredit: https://x.com/CastagnaTiffanyYamal could not hold back his excitement during the showCredit: https://x.com/Peps_WrestlingHe was seen in the crowd with team-mates Hector Fort, left, and Alejandro Balde, rightCredit: TwitterThe wrestling promotion was in Barcelona, Spain, for its European Tour, which will also include events in Belgium, Germany, Scotland, and London’s O2 Arena.On Friday night WWE welcomed special guests including Yamal to promote the tour.Yamal, 17, was pictured alongside stars including Triple H, Randy Orton and WWE champion Cody Rhodes.Rhodes was kind enough to allow Yamal to hold his championship belt as they posed for a photo.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Kopa Trophy winner was later seen in the crowd alongside Barca team-mates Alejandro Balde, 21, and Hector Fort, 18, enjoying the show at the Olympic Arena.Fans were stunned to see him in attendance, with one writing on social media: “LAMINE YAMAL IN THE CROWD IN SPAIN!”A second said: “Lamine Yamal in the crowd for Smackdown, that’s actually insane.”A third added: “Bro became a WWE legend at 17yo.”Most read in FootballAnother said: “Didn’t expect this collab man.”Captioning his post on Instagram, Yamal said: “New WWE champion?”I sold Lamine Yamal trading card for life changing amount – my wife doesn’t think it’s a silly hobby nowYamal’s performances this season have once again been nothing short of electric, with 12 goals and 17 assists in 37 games.After meeting Yamal, Triple H, now the Chief Content Creator for WWE, said: “The future of @fcbarcelona is brighter than ever… enjoy the show.”Inside the baffling, brilliant story of Lamine Yamal – from being bathed by Messi to doing homework while taking Euros by stormLAMINE YAMAL has confirmed his status as football’s next superstar at Euro 2024 – but has only been playing 11-a-side games for four years, write Jack Rosser.Spain’s incredible 16-year-old bent home the goal of the tournament so far against France as La Roja sealed the spot in the final.But his first five years in Barcelona’s academy were spent playing seven-a-side football, up until the age of 12 in 2020 when he finally got a crack at 11-a-side games.Yamal’s story is baffling, brilliant and barely believable in equal measure.He is a boy born to a Moroccan father and a mother from Equatorial Guinea, who turned 17 the day before the Euros final, and was cradled by footballing royalty at just six months old.Staggering pictures of Yamal as a baby being held and bathed by Messi, taken for a Barcelona charity calendar 16 years ago, resurfaced this week.He did not restrict his brushes with greatness to Barcelona either, with footage of Yamal as an academy player walking as a mascot with Spain and Real Madrid icon Sergio Ramos at an El Clasico in 2016.There is a touch of fate about this gem, Spain’s “little MVP”, as team-mate Nico Williams has dubbed him.Yamal has been doing homework in his spare time and received exam results during the tournament. He passed, obviously.Now he’s the youngest ever goalscorer at the Euros, also becoming the youngest player to ever start a major semi-final – claiming that title from Pele.But it’s Yamal’s humble approach on and off the pitch that most impresses everyone he meets.And France star Adrien Rabiot probably felt quite embarrassed as he boarded his plane back home from Germany.He had tried to intimidate Yamal ahead of their semi-final clash – telling Yamal he “needs to do more.”Was this good enough, then? Yamal responded with a goal for the ages and a man of the match performance.A season which started with a pre-season game against Tottenham where Yamal excelled but was overshadowed by Oliver Skipp scoring a brace will end on the biggest stage European football has to offer on Sunday.From being outshone by Skipp to eclipsing Pele’s records is not a bad year’s work – just imagine what he will do when he grows up.Read all about the incredible rise of Lamine Yamal in full… More

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    Lewis Hamilton recreates amazing Ferrari scene from ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’ as fans demand he wins an Oscar

    LEWIS HAMILTON has left fans stunned after showing off his acting skills.Ahead of Formula One’s Australian Grand Prix this Sunday, where Hamilton will become the 13th Briton to drive for Ferrari, the 40-year-old was able to fulfil “another dream”.Lewis Hamilton starred in an edited video from the movie Ferris Bueller’s Day OffHamilton starred as a valet who takes a Ferrari for a joyrideHamilton’s skills saw fans call on him to win an OscarHe was seen with a face of excitement as the Ferrari flew through the airHamilton was joined in the scene by Oscar-winner Edward NortonHamilton will make his F1 debut for Ferrari at this weekend’s Australian Grand PrixCredit: RexTaking to social media, Hamilton shared a video from what he describes as “one of my favourite movies since I was a kid,” Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.In line with his new employers, a scene with a Ferrari 250 GT California Spyder was seen playing, before Hamilton was remarkably seen edited into the footage.The seven-time F1 world champion starred as a valet who takes the Ferrari for a joyride.Hamilton steals the scene when making his appearance wearing a jumpsuit before appearing stunned when he is asked if he speaks English, to which he replies: “What country do you think this is?”READ MORE IN F1When he is asked to take care of the car, he says: “Hey, no problem. Trust me.”He is then seen getting in the car and saying, “You fellas have nothing to worry about, I’m a professional,” before driving off.The next scene shows him driving around to pick up his friend, who is later shown to be Oscar winner Edward Norton.Hamilton and Norton are seen in the next scene flying through the air, with the former Mercedes and McLaren driver showing a wide-eyed enthusiasm while Norton appears more scared than anything.Most read in MotorsportCheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsThe clip then cuts to black to show a quote from Hamilton highlighted in blue text reading: “For all the kids out there who dream the impossible.”The video then ends with Hamilton and Norton returning the car before giddily shuffling backwards, with the final words of the scene saying: “We got to do this again sometime.”Inside Lewis Hamilton’s first day at Ferrari as he instantly surprises new bosses at first official day of F1 testing Captioning the post, Hamilton said: “No better way to start the season than by fulfilling another dream.”Ferris Bueller’s Day Off has been one of my favourite movies since I was a kid. This is to pay homage to the iconic film and to celebrate my first season with Ferrari. “It definitely took a lot of cutting edge tech, production and planning to get right. Had to get the exact car too … it’s been a dream car since seeing the movie. “Shout out to the legendary @edwardnortonofficial for coming along for the ride 😂 This is the energy and excitement I’m bringing to the track this year. ANDIAMO !!”Brought to you by @dawnapollofilms & Large Eyes. Special thanks to Paramount Pictures and everyone who helped make this happen.”Dawn Apollo Films is a film and TV production company launched by Hamilton back in 2022, and is one of the teams behind the F1 movie coming out later this year starring Brad Pitt.Fans loved Hamilton’s role in the clip, and bemoaned the fact he had narrowly missed out on the date for Oscar season – doubtless because he would have swept the field.One fan said: “And the Oscar (not Piastri) goes to.”A second said: “We need to get this man in Fast and Furious.”A third added: “Ok this is amazing.”Another said: “The absolute best thing I’ve ever seen in my life.”A fifth said: “The best thing on the internet.”Hamilton has made no secret of his desire to eventually branch into acting when he retires from F1.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe currently has voice credits in the Pixar animated movie series Cars and Zoolander 2, while also starring in the popular video game, Fortnite and in Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare.Hamilton was also asked to star in Tom Cruise’s Top Gun: Maverick, but could not find a way to make it align with his schedule, admitting the decision “broke his heart”.CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL 2025 LIVE: LATEST TIPS AND RESULTS FROM THE GREATEST SHOW ON TURFF1 2025 gridHere are the confirmed driver line ups for the F1 2025 season:Red Bull: Max Verstappen and Liam LawsonFerrari: Charles Leclerc and Lewis HamiltonMercedes: George Russell and Kimi AntonelliMcLaren: Lando Norris and Oscar PiastriAston Martin: Fernando Alonso and Lance StrollWilliams: Alex Albon and Carlos SainzSauber: Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel BortoletoAlpine: Pierre Gasly and Jack DoohanRB: Yuki Tsunoda and Isack HadjarHaas: Ollie Bearman and Esteban Ocon More

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    Love Island’s Wil Anderson confirmed for HUGE fight with Britain’s Got Talent legend in surprise Misfits showdown

    LOVE Island star Wil Anderson will battle it out with Britain’s Got Talent legend Jordan Banjo in a Misfits boxing bout.The surprise clash was announced tonight and the two heavyweights will go toe to toe next month.Love Island star Wil Anderson will battle it out with Britain’s Got Talent legend Jordan Banjo in a Misfits boxing boutCredit: Instagram/@wilandersonnWil is up against JordanCredit: RexThe night is being headlined by former Love Island star Idris Virgo and Ty Mitchell.The post read: “FIGHT ANNOUNCEMENT‼️ 12th of April we bring you an absolutely stacked card with Idris Virgo and Ty Mitchell fighting it out for the MFB PRO Light Heavyweight title. Your not going to want to miss this one.”Diversity star Jordan, 32, has been training hard in recent months, posting from sweaty training sessions at his London gym on Instagram.The dad-of-three has got rounds in against tough prospects such as Barnet heavyweight Lewie Pochetty.READ MORE ON WIL ANDERSONWil, 23, who is in a relationship with his Love Island co-star Uma Jammeh, has fought muay thai to a high standard and will now transfer some of those striking skills into the ring.Back in October, Wil signed Summit Sports and Supreme PR and announced his hopes for a Misfits boxing career. He said at the time: “I’m excited to embark on my boxing journey. Training with Samm at Churchills, alongside Neraldo Ymeri, to help prepare me for my debut in the boxing ring, is a privilege, and I can assure you I mean business.”The fight announcement comes just days after Wil challenged professional dancer and reality star Curtis Pritchard to a dust up.Most read in BoxingWil mocked Curtis over his cringeworthy Hollyoaks cameo and branded him a “fool”.The call out happened after Curtis told Sunsport that he wants to do “some boxing” now his dancing career has cooled off.Love Island’s Wil reveals his ‘real name’ in new video – and fans are shockedHe also told Boxing Buzz Hub he would be keen to fight several Love Island stars in the ring.In 2019, he laced up the gloves with the help of his fellow Love Island star Tommy Fury for a telly series called The Boxer and the Ballroom Dancer.Tommy, 25, coached him for a white collar bout – which he won on points.Speaking to Sunsport this week, Curtis said: “I’ve always been into fighting and boxing and all of that stuff so it’s something I’ve always wanted to do as a kid.”But dancing was my main career at the time and you couldn’t balance when you’re doing it at a very high level.”I’ve always been into fighting and boxing and all of that stuff so it’s something I’ve always wanted to do as a kid.READ MORE SUN STORIES”So I feel like now I’m at a different place in my life and I thought, let’s do some boxing. Let’s do something I’ve always wanted to do and get in the ring.”He said he has his eyes on Sammy Root and Davide Sanclimenti, who used to date his girlfriend Ekin Su Culculoglu.Diversity star Jordan, 32, has been training hard in recent months, posting from sweaty training sessions at his London gym on InstagramCredit: GettyWil soared to fame on last year’s series of Love IslandCredit: Instagram/@wilandersonn 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

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    Dick McTaggart dead aged 89: Tributes pour in after Britain’s best-ever amateur boxer and Olympic gold medallist dies

    BRITAIN’s greatest amateur boxer Dick McTaggart has sadly died away aged 89. The Scottish slugger’s passing was announced by his family in an emotional social media statement. Dick McTaggart has sadly passed away aged 89Credit: RexMcTaggart is the only Scottish boxer to have ever won a gold medal at the OlympicsCredit: PAMcTaggart had a whopping 610 of his 634 amateur fightsCredit: GETTYIt read: “In loving memory of Dick McTaggart, a cherished husband, father, grandfather and friend. “A true gentleman and legend in the boxing world. “His kindness, determination, humour and spirit will never be forgotten. “He will be deeply missed but forever in our hearts. Rest peacefully.”READ MORE BOXING NEWSTributes poured in for the late McTaggart – who turned his efforts to training the next generation of fighters following his retirement – from around the boxing world after the announcement of his death.A Commonwealth Games Scotland statement read: “Everyone at Commonwealth Games Scotland was saddened to learn of the passing of boxing legend Dick McTaggart MBE.”Widely regarded as Dundee’s greatest ever sportsman, McTaggart won Commonwealth Games gold and silver medals as part of a remarkable amateur career, winning 610 of 634 bouts.”Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time.”Most read in BoxingDick Mctaggart won gold at the 1956 Olympics in AustraliaCredit: GETTYFormer WBO super-featherweight champion Alex Arthur said: “Never mind Scotland… Dick Mctaggart is Great Britain’s greatest ever amateur boxer. “Remember a chat with Dick and him saying was nice winning the Olympic gold but imagine doing it in a Scottish vest! Eddie Hearn reveals latest on Anthony Joshua’s boxing return”Scotland might not see an Olympic boxer for years.”Boxing commentator Andy Clarke said of McTaggart at the BBBOC Awards in London: “He was a phenomenon.”One boxing fan wrote on X: “Rest in Peace, Dick McTaggart, and thank you.”Dick ran our Boxing Club at Crookston Castle School, until the bigwigs decided you needed to be a professional to teach.”Another said: “Rest in peace, champ.”McTaggart retired from boxing at 30 but closed the book on his career with accolades galore.The Dundonian’s finest achievement came at the 1956 Olympics in Melbourne, where he became the first Scottish boxer to win a gold medal.McTaggart made Scot’s Olympic history at the tender age of 21.Tributes poured in for the late Dick McTaggart from around the boxing worldCredit: PAMcTaggart was held in incredible esteem by his peersCredit: RexRecalling his triumph in a 2021 interview with The Courier, he said: “I had collected my gold medal and wanted to go away and celebrate with Terry Spinks, who had also won gold.”But I was told by the officials, ‘Do not leave the hall, there might be a wee surprise for you.’“Then, later on, they announced that I had won the Val Barker Trophy (which is awarded to the most outstanding boxer at the Games).”And that meant more to the British delegation that any of the other medals and prizes.”Because no British competitor had ever won it before. “And I reckon that I must have filled the trophy up with champagne about 150 times that night as everybody celebrated.”He’d competed at the Rome Olympics four years later but left the Eternal City with a bronze.READ MORE SUN STORIESMcTaggart would also win multiple Armed Forces titles during his time in the RAF.He’d also win gold at the 1960 British Empire and Commonwealth Games and an amateur European title. More

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    Lauryn Goodman fires eight-word swipe at Kyle Walker after he was spotted with two party girls on night out in Milan

    LAURYN GOODMAN has taken aim at Kyle Walker with an eight-word dig on social media.England right-back Walker, who is on loan at AC Milan from Manchester City, was seen partying with two women last month.Lauryn Goodman took aim at Kyle Walker with a social media commentCredit: GettyWalker was spotted out in Milan with two women just hours after Annie Kilner flew back to the UKCredit: BackGridWalker partied with two women one day after his wife, Annie, left the city with their childrenCredit: SplashThe 34-year-old took them to Tocqueville 13 in Milan, one of the city’s most popular nightclubs.It all happened just one day after his wife, Annie Kilner, and their children flew back to the UK.Kyle and Annie were reported to be going through a divorce last year in the wake of his his affair with influencer Lauryn.The full-back fathered two children with the social media star while still married to Annie.READ MORE ON KYLE WALKERHe publicly apologised to his family in an interview last January.Now, Lauryn – who went to court in a fight for cash with Walker – has hit out at him on social media following his night out in Milan.Commenting on an Instagram post, she wrote: “But the judge said he’s honest and reliable…”Lauryn was understood to be preparing to move abroad to Italy in recent weeks to be closer to the father of her children.Most read in FootballBut for now she is staying in England.Meanwhile, Annie and her footballer husband have called off their divorce.They still regularly see each other, although Annie does not tend to wear her wedding ring.Inside Kyle Walker’s night with 2 party girls in Milan day after wife Annie flew home – & his whopping bar bill revealedWalker is currently on loan at AC Milan from Man CityCredit: Getty More