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      Lionel Messi launches new company as he teases shock new career and claims ‘entertainment always been a passion for me’

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      LIONEL MESSI is set for a shock new career after retirement as he launched his new entertainment company.Messi, 37, continues to star on the pitch as he plays for Manchester United legend David Beckham’s MLS club Inter Miami.Lionel Messi has launched a new entertainment content companyInter Miami star Messi has set up 525 ROSARIO while dominating the MLSCredit: GettyHowever, the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner is also enjoying some other ventures on the side that could prove very fruitful after he finally decides to hang up his boots.The star forward has teamed up with SMUGGLER Entertainment to launch 525 ROSARIO, a new global content production company.The Argentina captain’s new initiative will be dedicated to family programming through the development and production of premium television, film, live sporting and community events.It will also focus on the production of branded content and commercials for athletes worldwide.Read More on FootballMessi said: “Entertainment has always been a passion for me whether that be on the pitch or in other areas. “I’m really motivated by the opportunity to pursue the project we created with SMUGGLER Entertainment and to expand it further to create content and experiences on a global scale through this new venture.”The Barcelona legend’s family will be involved in 525 ROSARIO and will look to turn it into a benchmark of global entertainment.Messi’s family added: “The goal remains to inspire and connect with people around the world in a completely new way, and we are looking forward to this venture. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”We would like to continue advancing in the entertainment sector, bringing new initiatives and productions with global reach through innovative storytelling, programming, and experiences.”Messi has been dominating the MLS ever since his arrival in Miami last year. Fans blown away by Lionel Messi’s Wag Antonela’s antics on bench after camera pans to them during Inter Miami clashThe ex-Paris Saint-Germain star has amassed a staggering total of 27 goals and 17 assists in 31 appearances. More

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      Fans say ‘Marcus Rashford is BACK’ after Man Utd star scores stunning solo goal in Carabao Cup clash

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      MANCHESTER UNITED star Marcus Rashford scored an incredible solo goal in the Carabao Cup that left fans insisting he is “back” to form.Rashford, 26, dominated two seasons ago as he scored 30 goals and bagged 11 assists in 56 appearances during Erik ten Hag’s maiden campaign as United manager.Manchester United star Marcus Rashford scored a stunning solo goal in the Carabao CupCredit: GettyMan Utd fans insist Rashford is ‘back’ to his old dominant formCredit: RexThe forward, though, failed to extend his incredible goalscoring prowess last term as he only managed eight goals and six assists in 43 appearances.However, fans have started to believe again during the Red Devils’ third-round clash with Barnsley in the Carabao Cup at Old Trafford.The England international netted a stunning opener to score his second goal in as many days.And Rashford did it in style as he picked up a beautiful long ball by Alejandro Garnacho with a slick touch and dribbled past Barnsley defender Marc Roberts like he wasn’t even there.Read More on Man UtdThe United star then beat Chelsea loanee Gabriel Slonina with a fantastic strike that hit the top right corner after just 16 minutes.The Red Devils’ faithful then stormed social media to praise the popular player’s apparent resurgence. One fan tweeted: “Rashford is back!”Another commented: “Rashford has brought my joy back, no other player when they score has me on cloud 9 like Rashford.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA third posted: Rashford’s confidence is coming back.”This fan said: “I can confidently tell you Rashford is back.”Watch as Marcus Rashford has medicine ball whacked off his abs as Man Utd star takes up boxing in international break And that one stated: “If Rashford clicks in consistency then Man United is back.” More

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      Fans urge Bruno Fernandes to ‘DELETE’ post after commenting on Jadon Sancho’s Instagram pic after stunning Chelsea debut

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      BRUNO FERNANDES has been urged to “delete” a social media comment posted following Jadon Sancho’s Chelsea debut.The Manchester United captain replied to Sancho’s Instagram post following his Man of the Match-winning debut for the Blues against Bournemouth.Fans have urged Bruno Fernandes to delete an Instagram comment replying to Jadon SanchoCredit: instagramFernandes played alongside Sancho during the winger’s three seasons at Man UtdCredit: RexSancho, 24, had come on to replace Pedro Neto at half-time before putting in an impressive display on the left flank and providing the assist for Christopher Nkunku’s match-winning goal.The winger, on loan at the London club from United, took to Instagram to say: “Delighted to make my @chelseafc debut, and to top it off with a win.”Fernandes, who starred alongside and captained Sancho during the Englishman’s three years at Old Trafford, replied: “Some player you 🔥 keep that smile.”However, fans have now urged the 30-year-old to delete the comment. READ MORE ON MAN UTDOne user said: “Be serious, Bruno.”A second simply said: “Delete.”Another said: “You having a laugh Bruno?!!!”A fourth added: “Some captain you are 😂 Roy Keane would have dragged you out by the scruff of your shirt.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA fifth said: “He disrespected the club and fans you play for.”Amid the outcry, one fan argued: “He is praising his friend..? This is the problem with this world.”What does Bruno Fernandes’ celebration mean ?Fernandes provided the opening assist in Man Utd’s 3-0 win over Southampton.Speaking about Sancho’s debut, Maresca appeared to take a subtle swipe at United boss Erik Ten Hag, who froze Sancho out of the club following a public spat after criticising Sancho’s approach to training.Maresca said: ” I have a feeling that Jadon is a guy that needs love. This is what I think when I spoke with him before he join us. “Also I know he has the desire to show the player he is, but for me, it is just to enjoy football. This is the reason why they play.”They are happy and want to play football, they want to enjoy football and then because they are good, they are going to do good things.”Chelsea travel to West Ham next weekend, while United are away at Crystal Palace.Chelsea ratings vs Bournemouth as Sanchez and Sancho are heroes… and Palmer strugglesCHELSEA needed a late moment of magic from Christopher Nkunku to snatch all three points from Bournemouth.Marcus Tavernier crashed a super strike against the crossbar early on and Robert Sanchez saved an Evanilson penalty before the break.Jadon Sancho came on for his debut at half-time and made the difference for the Blues as he set up Nkunku’s winner.Here’s how SunSport’s Graham Nickless rated Maresca’s men…Robert Sanchez – 8Man-of-the-match show with first-half penalty save from Evanilson and a handful of excellent saves.But rather fortunate to stay on the pitch after denying Evanilson a clear goalscoring opportunity with a deliberate foul that led to the spot-kick.Axel Disasi – 5The right-back was given an uncomfortable night down the right side.Given the runaround by Cherries dangerman Antoine Semenyo and was replaced just after the hour.Wesley Fofana – 6Did his best to keep a clean sheet when run ragged by the home strikers.Luckily for the centre-back, he could rely on Sanchez to keep them out.Levi Colwill – 6Did his best to calm the storm that came the Blues’ way for most of the match.Made sure he kept record-signing Evanilson away from notching his first Premier League goal.Marc Cucurella – 7Always busy and making a nuisance of himself when he wasn’t being buffeted by Semenyo’s marking.But overdid it with one stupid, deliberate shoulder barge on the Bournemouth winger.Renato Veiga – 5Suffered like most of his team-mates to open up the home side’s defence.The Portuguese midfielder didn’t see enough of the ball to make an impact.Moises Caicedo – 7The captain was always looking for that defence-splitting pass when he wasn’t on defensive duty.Gave an example to others around him who weren’t putting in a decent shift.Noni Madueke – 5Was quite mad attempting an early shot at the home goal that ended up as a throw-in.And it didn’t get much better than that for the winger who was hauled off just after the hour.Cole Palmer – 5Rested by England for tired muscles and there wasn’t much energy in this performance.But the Cherries, worried by his reputation, did target him in the first half.Pedro Neto – 5Failed to make any impact on the wing but could claim he had little or no service.Boss Maresca had seen enough and brought on Sancho to replace him at half-time.Nicolas Jackson – 5Chelsea fans won’t want to suffer another nine years of this from the big striker.Had one shot comfortably saved and another blocked but will need to show more upfront for his ludicrous long contract.SUBSJadon Sancho (for Neto) – 8Was booked 11 minutes after coming on then, looked likely throughout second half and set up Nkunku’s equaliser on super debut.Tosin Adarabioyo (for Disasi) – 6Was seldom troubled.Joao Felix (for Madueke) – 5Tidied up in midfield.Christopher Nkunku (for Jackson) – 8Burst through three players to score and snatch the winner. 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      Meet the EFL icon, 36, with more hat-tricks than Haaland this season in ninth tier as he’s dubbed ‘absolute cheat code’

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      ERLING HAALAND has been sensational so far this season but has not scored as many hat-tricks as this ninth tier hero.Brett Pitman has shown that the Manchester City star is not the only striker to be on fire this season.Brett Pitman has scored three hat-tricks this seasonCredit: @BMRFCHe has managed one more than Erling HaalandCredit: GettyThe former EFL ace – wo played for a number of top sides – has scored three hat-ticks this season for Baffins Milton Rovers FC in the Wessex League Premier Division.Pitman, 36, netted his latest three goals in the 3-1 win over Cowes Sports and it’s quickly seen him dubbed a ‘cheat code’ by fans.He netted his first with a clinical first-time finish before firing home from the spot.The striker completed his hat-trick with a thumping effort from the edge of the box.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBaffins’ manager Danny Thompson hailed the striker’s latest performance.He told club media: “The two goals he scored from open play, especially the third, was a great finish.”You know what you are going to get from Brett when he is in front of goal, you back him all day long to finish.”Pitman’s success in front of goal since joining Baffins has seen him lauded by fans on social media.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSOne posted: “An absolute cheat code.”A second wrote: “Put my mortgage he could do it week in week out for City.”Daniel Sturridge suffers wardrobe malfunction live on Sky Sports during Chelsea’s defeat to Man City A third commented: “His finishing has always been top drawer.”A fourth said: “Might be the best player ever to be honest.”Another added: “Thinks he’s a Prime Higuain.”Pitman started his career at Bournemouth and helped the club to reach the Premier League in 2015.Former Cherries boss Eddie Howe has admitted that Pitman is “one of the best” he has ever worked with.However, he remained in the Championship after moving to Ipswich Town.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe striker continued his career in the EFL with stints at Portsmouth, Swindon Town and Bristol Rovers.Pitman dropped into non-league football in 2022 as he joined AFC Portchester before moving to Shaftsbury and now Baffins.He started his career at BournemouthCredit: Action Images – ReutersPitman also spent three seasons at PortsmouthCredit: Rex FeaturesWho are these famous footballers? More

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      Phil Foden’s son, 5, set to become star by entertaining fans as a YouTuber

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      FOOTIE ace Phil Foden’s five-year-old son is set to smash the net again — with his own YouTube channel.Ronnie already has five million Instagram followers after dancing on the pitch following his dad’s 2023 Champions League triumph with Manchester City.Phil Foden’s five-year-old son Ronnie is getting his own YouTube channelCredit: GettyRonnie was nicknamed ‘The Dude’ by City fans and has since become the unofficial mascot for the teamCredit: GettyNow the cheeky chap could cash in on his fame by entertaining fans as a YouTuber after dad Phil, 23, and mum Rebecca, 22, set up a channel for him.A source said: “Ronnie loves being the centre of attention and is a big fan of some of the YouTubers so Phil and his mum have set up an account.“He could end up making loads of money from it.”Speaking about his son’s celebrations in Istanbul, Phil said: “His personality has made him who he is. READ MORE ON FOOTBALL”He just reminds me of myself when I was a kid and he’s very funny.”Ronnie was nicknamed “The Dude” by City fans and has since become the unofficial mascot for the team.And after their latest Premier League title in May, he was seen trying to open a bottle of champagne to the amusement of fans.He has a modelling contract and is on a talent group’s books despite only just starting school.Most read in FootballPhil and Rebecca also share daughter TruePhil Foden’s girlfriend Rebecca Cooke gives birth to boy with England star to fly back to Euro 2024 for Slovakia clash More

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      Ross Barkley and Wag Katherine congratulated by Molly-Mae Hague as they announce they’re expecting baby in adorable post

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      ROSS BARKLEY and his other half were inundated with scores of well-wishes after revealing they are expecting a baby.The Aston Villa midfielder and Katherine Pilkington went public with their relationship back in February 2022.Ross Barkley has been dating Kara Pilkington for over two yearsCredit: INSTAGRAM@KATHERINE.PILKINGTONThe couple have revealed they’re expecting their first child and received a slew of congratulatory messages on social mediaCredit: INSTAGRAM@KATHERINE.PILKINGTONThe pair were congratulated by Molly-Mae Hague on InstagramCredit: InstagramTheir love has blossomed over the last two years, with the couple now pregnant with their first child.The pair announced the news with a heartwarming video reveal of their ultrasound scan, which included their dog, in a joint Instagram post.Pilkington’s accompanying caption read: “We can’t wait to meet you.”Their followers were blown away by the emotional reveal and barraged them with messages of congrats.READ MORE FOOTIE NEWSAnd Katherine’s pal, Love Island star and influencer extraordinaire Molly-Mae Hague, was among the first to congratulate the happy couple.The mum-of-one – who is still dealing with an emotional break-up with Tommy Fury – wrote: “You’re going to be the best mummy.”One person wrote, on X: “Congratulations girl!!!!”Another said: “So happy for you guys, tooo cute.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWhile a third added: “Congratulations! So happy for you both.”Barkley, 30, also commented, leaving a single love-heart emoji.Molly-Mae Hague sparks ticket frenzy as she announces huge surpriseFormer Chelsea midfielder re-joined Villa from Luton in the summer for an undisclosed fee.He has made two appearances for Unai Emery’s side this campaign. More

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      Man Utd fans slam ‘disgusting’ Stephens with Southampton star shown straight red for horror knee-high lunge on Garnacho

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans raged at Jack Stephens for his reckless challenge on Alejandro Garnacho.The Southampton defender was given his marching orders for a horror tackle on the Argentina international in the 79th minute of the St Mary’s showdown.Jack Stephens took out Alejandro Garnacho with a horror tackle in the second half of Saints’ clash with Manchester UnitedCredit: ReutersThe poor attempt of a challenge left Argentina international Garnacho in agonyCredit: GettyReferee Stuart Atwell showed Stephens a straight red for the horror tackleCredit: GETTYStephens, 30, scythed down the winger with a ridiculously high challenge, catching his right knee with his studs.The tackle, which came as Saints were 2-0 down, left Garnacho in agony.The Manchester United bench leapt up in anger, although referee Stuart Atwell took his time before giving Stephens his marching orders.But the straight red didn’t calm down the Old Trafford faithful, one of who wrote on X: “Nasty challenge on Garnacho.”Another said: “Stupid as well as dangerous from Jack Stephens.”And another said: “Jack Stephens with a horrendous tackle. Rightfully sent off.”One remarked: “Disgusting.”BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnother chimed in: “F**k off down the tunnel, Jack Stephens.”Most read in FootballFormer Chelsea and England star Joe Cole had a pitchside view for the tackle and reckons Atwell had no choice but to send Stephens for an early shower.Rafael van der Vaart slams Erik ten Hag signings and issues strict Matthijs de Ligt warningThe TNT Sports pundit said: “It looked horrendous from my angle. You knew he weren’t getting away from him. “As a centre-half, Stephens doesn’t want to be there. Garnacho knocked the ball [past him].”And he’s done it, Fletch, right in front of the Manchester United bench.”And they’ve all jumped up and rightly so. “The ref seen that and I feel the ref actually showed a lot of restraint in not giving it straight away and giving himself time to think.”But for me, it’s an easy straight red.”Things went from bad to worse for Stephens and Southampton in the 96th minute as Garnacho bagged United’s third and final goal of the match.Defeat to the Red Devils has extended Russell Martin’s troops’ winless start to the season and left them toiling in 19th place in the table.Alejandro Garnacho recovered from the horror tackle to secure a 3-0 win for UnitedCredit: PAAfter the match, a jubilant Ten Hag said: “The start was not easy.”I think the penalty was the turning point in the game and not so far after we scored and that was very important. From that moment on, the game was all ours.”Reflecting on Rashford’s ending of his drought, the Dutchman said: “It’s very important.READ MORE SUN STORIES”For every striker, they want to be on the scoring list. Once the first is in, more is coming.”Once a striker was talking about a ketchup bottle, once it’s going, it’s coming more.” More

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      Declan Rice reveals surprise second career alongside football as Arsenal star’s secret Instagram emerges

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      DECLAN RICE is dabbling in photography after setting up a secret Instagram account to share his pictures.The Arsenal and England midfielder, 25, has become one of Mikel Arteta’s most important players since arriving from West Ham for £105million last year.Declan Rice has taken up photography and the first post on his secret Instagram was snaps from the England campCredit: InstagramIt included a snap of Trent Alexander-Arnold and his Player of the Match awardCredit: InstagramThree Lions skipper Harry Kane also featured after earning his 100th capCredit: InstagramNoni Madueke was photgraphed by Rice following his first England capCredit: InstagramBut his continual improvement on the pitch has not stopped him taking up other hobbies away from football.It has now been revealed he has started a photography Instagram account with the handle @dr.jpg.The bio reads: “Every 📸 taken by me 😁.”So far, Rice has only posted twice on the account, although both of those include a host of images.READ MORE ON ARSENALThe first set, which was shared earlier this week, show behind the scenes in the England dressing room following their 2-0 win over Fulham.Player of the Match Trent Alexander-Arnold, debutant Noni Madueke and 100-cap skipper Harry Kane were among those starring in the snaps.And Rice captioned it: “First game behind the lens. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 v 🇫🇮”The second post showcased a series of photos with his friends on the golf course.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSRice also shared photos from the golf courseCredit: InstagramHe is a keen golf player and has married that hobby with photographyCredit: InstagramRice could be seen laughing at the camera in one of the snapsCredit: InstagramOne photo simply showed some golf balls, a green bag and someone preparing to take a shotCredit: InstagramTo which he simply added: “Golf life.”Rice will miss Arsenal’s North London derby against Tottenham on Sunday after being sent off before the international break in a 1-1 draw with Brighton.England fans baffled as Declan Rice appears to refuse captain’s armband against former team IrelandHe is likely to return for the trip to Atalanta in their opening Champions League game on Thursday.Arsenal then head to champions Manchester City, but could be without captain Martin Odegaard as he was seen leaving on crutches after being taken off for Norway in a 2-1 win over Austria.Rice gave the peace sign on the fairway and added a positive captionCredit: InstagramHe also shared a photo of the beautiful golf courseCredit: InstagramHe shared an image of this plaque showing a quote from golf legend Tom WatsonCredit: InstagramRice took one picture of an empty Wembley StadiumCredit: Instagram More