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      LaLiga ace Alex Berenguer & model wife ‘have gun pointed at them’ after three balaclava-wearing robbers break into home

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      A LALIGA footballer and his wife reportedly had a gun pointed at them during an armed robbery of their home.Athletic Bilbao forward Alex Berenguer, 29, and model Sofia Jem were targeted at their villa in Mungia, in the Basque country, on Monday night.Spanish footballer Alex Berenguer and his wife Sofia Jem were victims of an armed robbery attemptCredit: Instagram @alexberenguerrThe couple were at home on Monday night when three masked men tried to force entryCredit: Instagram @alexberenguerrBerenguer plays in attack for Athletic BilbaoCredit: RexAccording to El Correo in Spain, three armed men wearing balaclavas attempted to break in.The report adds that Berenguer managed to close a glass door which stopped the trio from entering. It is then claimed that a gun was aimed at both Berenguer and Jem.Thankfully, the shocking ordeal ended as the footballer was able to alert the police during the attempted raid and the robbers fled. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLSpanish authorities launched an investigation.It is understood neither Berenguer nor aerospace engineer Jem were injured in the raid but are both likely heavily shaken up. Neither have commented publicly just yet. Berenguer came through the youth academy at Osasuna then joined Torino in 2017.Most read in FootballThe Spaniard spent three years in Italy before returning to his homeland, signing for Bilbao in 2020.Berenguer scored the winning penalty in last season’s Copa del Rey final shootout victory over Mallorca – ending the club’s 40-year trophy drought. Joelinton’s mansion targeted by thieves as Newcastle winger calls cops after getting alert burglars were lurking in homeDespite the key moment, his contract technically ran out for a week last summer – briefly making him a free agent – before signing a new deal with Bilbao until 2027. He has racked up 32 goals in 199 games – and could make his 200th appearance in Thursday’s Europa League clash with Viktoria Plzen or against Real Betis on Sunday. Bilbao are enjoying a fine season, sitting fourth in LaLiga and third in the Europa League. Various Premier League footballers have also been targeted by thieves in recent years including Paul Pogba, Raheem Sterling, Jack Grealish, Dele Alli and Joelinton. The footballer and aerospace engineer are marriedCredit: Instagram @alexberenguerrJem is a model and studied aerospace engineerCredit: Instagram @alexberenguerrThe pair regularly post holiday snaps togetherCredit: Instagram @alexberenguerrNeither of them have commented publicly on the ordeal just yetCredit: Instagram @alexberenguerrThey enjoyed a trip to Disneyland while Berenguer was at TorinoCredit: Instagram @alexberenguerr More

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      Kaka bursts out laughing as he tells brilliant story about Ronaldo’s cheeky comment to Ancelotti

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      KAKA shared a hilarious story about his legendary stint at AC Milan, involving Carlo Ancelotti and Ronaldo.The former playmaker played under Ancelotti, 65, for six years, one of which saw him teaming up with his fellow Brazil legend.AC Milan legend Kaka remembers a hilarious story involving Ronaldo and Carlo AncelottiCredit: XAncelotti tried to discipline Ronaldo during their time at MilanCredit: GettyRonaldo had a funny quip for Ancelotti after a hilarious exchangeCredit: AFPRonaldo joined the Rossoneri from Real Madrid in 2007 and linked up with compatriots Cafu, Serginho, Dida and of course Kaka.The Selecao team-mates spent a lot of time together and would often fool around in the dressing room.One time they got so loud that Ancelotti interrupted them and ordered them to get serious and focus on the upcoming game, even though it was against Siena.Kaka still remembers the two-time Ballon d’Or winner’s cheeky response to the current Real manager and laughs his socks off every time he recalls it.Read More on FootballThe 42-year-old told Shoot for Love: “We had this group of Brazilians. It was me, Ronaldo, Cafu, Dida, Serginho.”We were at the changing room talking [a] little bit loud and laughing and these kinds of things.”And our changing room was here and there is a corridor and then Carlos’ changing room.”And he [Ancelotti] heard that we were laughing and joking and everything.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”So he came to our changing room and said: ‘Guys, why are you laughing? We have an important game tomorrow’.”And we said: ‘Mister, football is like this, you know. You have to have fun and everything’.Watch Carlo Ancelotti lead Real Madrid stars in wacky dance before they throw him up in air after Champions League final”And he asked Ronaldo: ‘Do you know which team we’re going to face tomorrow?'”And Ronaldo said: ‘Yes, Siena’. And he asked Ronaldo: ‘Do you know who are their defenders?'”And Ronaldo said: ‘No, but I’m pretty sure that they know me’.”Ronaldo won the Ballon d’Or twice, and two World Cups with Brazil, before retiring in 2011. More

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      Barcelona vs Real Madrid could be played at WEMBLEY as £1.25bn Camp Nou renovation descends into chaos

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      EL CLASICO could end up being played at Wembley after Barcelona’s £1.25billion renovation of the Nou Camp descended into chaos.The Spaniards have been playing at Catalonia’s Olympic Stadium for nearly two years while their famous home ground undergoes a major rebuild.Barcelona vs Real Madrid could end up being played at WembleyCredit: AFPA rebuilt Nou Camp is unlikely to be ready before next seasonCredit: EPABarcelona and Real could end up having a title showdown on May 11Credit: ReutersBarcelona were hoping to return to the Nou Camp before the end of the season, as it would be the dream setting for a potential title-decider against fierce rivals Real Madrid on May 11.However, Barca’s plans have been thrown into turmoil after it emerged that the Nou Camp is unlikely to be ready before next season.The arena was knocked down in June 2023, with the new stadium built on it foundations.But despite splashing out £1.25bn to increase capacity from 99,354 to over 105,000, Barcelona chiefs now fear the Nou Camp will not be finished in time for the next El Clasico.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt leaves them facing life without a base for the final month of the season, with the lease on their temporary Olympic Stadium home expiring in April.The ideal solution would be for an extension until the summer.But the 58,000-seater Olympic Stadium has already been booked out for several concerts in May, including the first show of the Rolling Stones’ upcoming European tour.Barcelona are now exploring the possibility of playing their match against Real abroad, having already seen a December clash against Atletico Madrid in America collapse.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSLaLiga bosses have always dreamed of an El Clasico in the United States, but that would be extremely unlikely right now give the time span.Instead, the Mail claims that Wembley has emerged as a wildcard option due to it being the venue where Barcelona won their first European Cup in 1992.Iconic stadium unrecognisable amid ‘groundbreaking’ £1.3BILLION renovation as incredible pics show host of new featuresBarcelona’s Olympic Stadium lease ends in April, with a brief renewal unlikelyCredit: GettyThe Rolling Stones are booked to play the Olympic Stadium in MayCredit: GettyThe London stadium’s mega 90,000 capacity means that fans from both sides would be able to pack in comfortably.And with Barcelona hoping to whittle down the seven-point gap to league leaders Real before then, the match could end up becoming a potential title decider.Hansi Flick’s side have had the better of their rivals three times already this season.Their first was a 2-1 friendly win August.And that was followed up by an incredible 4-0 league thumping at the Bernabeu in October.Earlier this month, Barcelona smashed Real 5-2 to win the Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia.But both sides will be aware of Atletico Madrid looking to spoil the party, with Diego Simeone’s side second in the table – four points off Real and three ahead of Barca. More

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      Fans spot Barcelona star’s stunned reaction to Lamine Yamal’s ‘downright unfair’ skill against Valencia

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      FANS were left in awe by Lamine Yamal as he nutmegged a Valencia defender with an audacious piece of skill.The Barcelona winger helped his side to an incredible 7-1 win to maintain pressure on league leaders Real Madrid.Lamine Yamal was closed down by two Valencia wingersHe feinted a check back before flicking the ball through the defender’s legsFans were left in awe at his skillTeam-mate Fermin Lopez was left impressed by the nutmegYamal, 17, produced an assist in the match along with the most eye-catching moment.The winger attacked the box down the right flank but came up against two Valencia defenders.So he stepped over the ball and dummied to cut back, only to flick the ball through the defender’s legs before bursting into the box.As soon as he pulled off the skill his team-mate Fermín López put his hands to the back of his head in shock.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFans found the reaction amusing with many left in awe at the nutmeg, which Barcelona’s social media team called “downright unfair”.One reacted saying: “Fermin is Lamine biggest fan lol.”Another added: “Fermin is all of us 😂😂”A third wrote: “A lot of kids are going to fall in love with football because of Lamine Yamal.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAnd another commented: “What a baller.”Yamal has been in fine form for Barcelona this season with nine goals and 12 assists in all competitions, and found the net in Barca’s 5-2 Supercopa win over Real Madrid earlier this month.Horror moment Barcelona star finds his tooth on the pitch after losing it in battle with Real Betis defender More

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      ‘No way he did that’ – Man Utd fans in tears after seeing what Antony did in Real Betis unveiling video

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans reckon Antony trolled them with a mischievous trick in his Real Betis announcement video.The Brazil winger, 24, was given the superstar treatment as Betis unveiled their loan signing from Old Trafford.Antony produced his trademark but controversial skill in a Real Betis videoAntony took the opportunity to produce his trademark spin skill – a 360-degree turn with the ball stuck to the inside of his left boot.It’s a move that divided supporters and perhaps summed up the plight of the £86million misfit plight during 30 months at United. That’s because it’s a routine that might be revered on the training pitch but ridiculed in the stands – as it could have little end product in matches.So not surprisingly, Red Devils fans groaned when they saw the former Ajax hero perform the swivel in the green and white stripes of Betis.READ MORE TOP FOOTBALLThe difference this time was the display was for the cameras not for points.One viewer who shared the clip on social media wrote: “No way has Antony done his spin skill in the Real Betis announcement video!”Another labelled him a “joker”.And a third believes the 16-cap ace not only knew the reaction he’d get, but was right to do it.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThat fan posted: “Brilliant. Will piss off all the right people.”However, other supporters focused on the bigger picture of the poor value Antony represented at Old Trafford.Antony leaves Man Utd with more yellow cards than goals as £86m Ten Hag flop goes down as one of worst transfers everThis view typified such comments: “One of the biggest Flop EVER. €100m and he’s done nothing. Waste of money, what of time, waste of space, waste of energy, waste of fidget spinning. Never seen anything like this.”The fan added: “Our transfer ID is awful. Could’ve signed so many world class players for that money. Woeful.”Meanwhile, Antony just seems relieved to start again, having sealed his six-month switch to mid-table LaLiga side Betis.He told reporters: “I’m so happy, I’m ready”.Now he just needs to put Spanish defences in a spin, rather than tumble as he did in the Prem.Departing ace Antony, left, had turned on the style in training for Man Utd but not enough where it really mattered – on matchdaysCredit: AFP More

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      Man Utd flop Antony gives five-word statement as he’s pictured for first time in Spain ahead of Real Betis loan transfer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED flop Antony has arrived in Spain ahead of his loan move to Real Betis.The Brazilian has said he is “so happy” after agreeing a six-month loan move to the La Liga club after failing to impress at United.Antony has arrived in Spain ahead of his move to Real BetisCredit: RexThe winger posed for a picture at the airportCredit: X @GonzaloTortosaAntony is set to seal his move to Betis today and will undergo medical tests to get the deal over the line this weekend.And the out-of-favour United forward is clearly excited about returning to the pitch as he told reporters at the airport: “I’m so happy, I’m ready”.Antony, 24, is hoping to secure more minutes with the Spanish club after failing to make a single league start for Man Utd this season.Since his £86m arrival from Ajax in 2022, Antony has scored just five Premier League goals in 62 league appearances for the Red Devils.READ MORE ON MAN UTDUnited and Antony will both be hoping that regular minutes are on the horizon at Betis after it was reported that the deal included penalty clauses related to how often the South American is used. It’s understood that Betis will cover at least 84 PER CENT of the star’s wages – which are believed to be around £200,000 per week.While the Spanish outfit will also pay Antony’s bonuses at the end of the season.It doesn’t look like it will be a permanent end to Antony’s time at Old Trafford with no buy clause included in the loan move.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAntony’s current terms with United run until June 2027, with the club understood to hold the option to extend the deal by another year.Ruben Amorim may lose yet another winger in the remaining week of the January window.Moment shocking brawl breaks out at Old Trafford as Rangers fans ‘infiltrate Man Utd end’ with club set to investigate Alejandro Garnacho is reportedly close to a dramatic switch to Chelsea in a £60m deal.While the Blues could send Christopher Nkunku the other way in a surprise swap deal. More

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      Inside glamorous life of Jude Bellingham’s girlfriend Ashlyn, who was linked with another sports ace and Hollywood star

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      MODEL beauty Ashlyn Castro has turned Jude Bellingham’s head – and already charmed his parents. The American influencer, 27, has enjoyed a string of dates with the Three Lions hero in Madrid. Ashlyn Castro is dating England superstar Jude BellinghamCredit: instagramThe stunning American model hails from Los Angeles, CaliforniaCredit: instagramThe 27-year-old regularly updates her thousands of followers from locations around the worldCredit: instagramBellingham and Ashlyn were snapped enjoying a lunch date in MadridCredit: BackGridAshlyn and Bellingham were snapped heading for a lunch date in the Spanish capital earlier this week. It came after she watched the Real Madrid star from a private box at the Bernabeu alongside his parents Denise, 56, and dad Mark, 48.A model and influencer, Ashlyn hails from Los Angeles, California. She has been linked with a string of A-listers in recent years, including Creed actor Michael B. Jordan.READ MORE ON BELLINGHAMThe pair were rumoured to be dating after cosying up on the French Riviera in 2018.Jordan and Ashlyn were snapped dancing the night away as the pair swigged from bottles of champagne at a St. Tropez club.A year later, she denied online whispers she was dating basketball star LaMelo Ball.The rumour mill went into overdrive after one of Ashlyn’s followers congratulated her on the apparent relationship.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSCastro originally liked the comment but later confirmed it was a mistake, insisting she was just friends with the NBA star.Ashlyn enjoys the jet-setting lifestyle and shares her worldwide travels to 154,000 Instagram fans. Fans hail ‘agent Jude Bellingham’ as England star is spotted with Real Madrid transfer target in nightclubWhile her bikini-clad snaps from beaches around the world have amassed thousands of admirers. She has recently posted snaps from high-end eateries in New York, LA and Madrid.The influencer is also a big hit on TikTok, posting regular makeup tutorials and amassing over 1 million likes.Despite her globetrotting lifestyle online, Ashlyn likes to keep her personal life away from the spotlight.After tragically losing her father to Covid in 2021, she wrote on Instagram in a moving tribute: “I’ve never been one to share anything too personal on [social media].”I keep the people I love most closest to my heart, I want to protect them at all costs.”Ashlyn regularly posts content from cities around the worldCredit: instagramBellingham and the influencer have exchanged likes on their respective social mediaCredit: instagramAshlyn boasts over 150,000 followers on Instagram aloneCredit: instagramShe is also active on TikTok, giving makeup tutorials and fashion adviceCredit: instagramCastro watched Bellingham play from a private box at the Bernabeu in midweekCredit: instagramAshlyn grew up in Los Angeles and has previously been linked with Michael B. JordanCredit: instagramBellingham, 21, has been dubbed one of the world’s most eligible bachelors.In the space of four years, the Stourbridge native went from playing in the Championship with Birmingham to lifting the Champions League trophy with Real. He penned a monster £70million contract after joining Real from Dortmund in a £115m deal.Bellingham and England teammate Trent Alexander-Arnold went on holiday to LA after last summer’s Euros.Shortly after, he and Castro began exchanging likes on their respective Instagram pages.The £220,000-a-week midfielder split from Ghanaian model Asantewa Chitty in 2023.He was linked with a “completely smitten” Laura Celia Valk last summer.But the Dutch beauty has since confirmed she is single in a recent Q&A with fans.Bellingham has settled into life in the Spanish capital, living in the exclusive La Finca neighbourhood alongside a host of A-list stars.Properties fetch up to £11million in the area, which offers the privacy that Bellingham craves.Jude’s teammate Kylian Mbappe has also bought in the district, which is guarded by round-the-clock security and infrared cameras.Bellingham’s mum Denise moved over with her boy to get him adjusted to life in Spain. READ MORE SUN STORIESHe explained: “My mum is there to just keep everything neutral really. “Without my mum, sometimes I’d get too low with the lows or too high with the highs and I stay pretty humble because I’ve got her around.”Bellingham has become a superstar since switching Dortmund for Real MadridCredit: Getty More

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      Marcus Rashford’s Barcelona transfer could be torpedoed by ASTON VILLA after £325,000-a-week Man Utd ace offered to club

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      MARCUS RASHFORD’s potential loan move to Barcelona could fall apart – because of Aston Villa’s transfer business. The out-of-favour Manchester United star, 27, has been linked with a temporary switch to the Nou Camp. Marcus Rashford has been linked with a loan move to BarcelonaCredit: RexRashford has been a target for Dortmund, AC Milan and Napoli this window after being frozen out by new Utd boss Ruben Amorim. But his mammoth £325,000-a-week wages have proved a stumbling block in negotiations. Barcelona are reportedly desperate to bring the 27-year-old in to turn around their stuttering LaLiga campaign. To do so, they have to save enough money to register him within their league spending cap. READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSAccording to ESPN, Barcelona were desperate for Celta Vigo’s Oscar Mingueza to join Aston Villa earlier this month.The Catalan giants retain 50 per cent of any future transfer fee the defender raises after selling him to Celta in 2022.That deal never materialised, with Villa instead turning to Levante’s Andres Garcia to shore up their defensive options.The report adds Rashford has been “offered to every top club in France, Spain and Italy.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSParis Saint-Germain, Monaco and Marseille were all reportedly contacted.Barcelona had also hoped to raise funds by selling winger Ansu Fati. Marcus Rashford smiles as he’s seen in Man Utd training for first time since admitting he wants transfer exit But he is reportedly unwilling to leave the club this January.As such, they are scrambling around late in the window – and may not be able to raise enough cash to afford Rashford. The England striker watched from the stands as Man Utd beat Rangers 2-1 in the Europe League on Thursday.Barcelona had reportedly hoped to fund Rashford by pocketing a sell-on for Villa target Oscar MinguezaCredit: GettyVilla opted to sign Andrés García from Levante insteadCredit: Instagram / avfcofficialHe was left out of Amorim’s squad again – despite the Red Devils boss having three spaces spare on his bench.Rashford has now been dumped out by Amorim for ten-straight games.Rashford has been frozen out since giving an interview last month where he declared he was “ready for a new challenge.”READ MORE SUN STORIESDespite not playing against Rangers, Rashford gave his full support to his teammates from the terraces.Speaking on Instagram, the forward posted his view of the pitch, accompanied by the caption: “Come on the boys”. Man Utd ratings: Bruno Fernandes captain fantastic in last-gasp win but Harry Maguire asleep in dreadful cameoMANCHESTER UNITED all but sealed automatic qualification to the last 16 of the Europa League thanks to a last-gasp win over Rangers.The Red Devils welcomed the Scottish giants to Old Trafford in the penultimate group match of their European campaign on Thursday night.And they took a giant step towards a top-eight finish thanks to a 2-1 win at Old Trafford.A calamitous own second-half goal from Gers stopper Jack Butland broke the deadlock.Cyriel Dessers thought he’d rescued a point for the visitors in the 88th minute before Bruno Fernandes broke the hearts of the travelling Teddy Bears four minutes later.SunSport’s Ken Lawrence was in attendance for the Battle of Britain and is on hand to rate and slate the performances of Ruben Amorim’s side.Altay Bayindir – 7The Turk is a better keeper than No 1 Andre Onana, especially dealing with corners.Took a sore one colliding with Toby Collyer showing exactly that.Leny Yoro – 5The £52m central defender was deployed on the right side of Rubin Amorim’s three-man rearguard.Youngster was shaky at times but looked better when he had the ball.Matthijs de Ligt – 4Terrible early touch stranded Toby Collyer – Nicolas Raskin’s even worse touch let him off the hook.Hooked at the break – no surprise there, although Amorim said afterwards that he “felt something”.Lisandro Martinez – 5Once known as The Butcher of Amsterdam but he’s long lost that scary presence.Another one who doesn’t look happy in the new system.Amad Diallo – 7Looks a bit different these days since his tough time on loan at Rangers three years ago.Not on wonder-boy form this time but still a threat.Toby Collyer – 6Made his first appearance on a European stage and the boy done good.The 21 year old is a very decent emerging midfielder.Christian Eriksen – 6Turns 33 next month and his legs aren’t really up to playing in centre midfield.He’s always been a creator anyway but he dug in.Diogo Dalot – 5Started out on his wrong foot as a left wing back.Switched midway through the second half and looked far more comfortable.Bruno Fernandes – 9You wonder if he drives himself as mad as he must do his manager at times. But scored a fantastic winner.Joshua Zirkzee – 4Ruben. He’s NOT a centre-forward.Whatever £36m bought, it wasn’t a natural striker and it’s unfair to be playing him up there on his own.Alejandro Garnacho – 8Busy and focused – didn’t look like any talk of being sold to Chelsea was bothering him.On this sparkling evidence United would be mad to let him go anywhere.SUBSMaguire (for De Ligt 46) 3 Totally asleep for Rangers’ equaliser.Malacia (for Yoro 56) 5 : Looking happier now injury worries overUgarte (for Collyer 73) 5 : Put in a solid short spell.Mainoo (Eriksen 73) 5 : Added strength and mobility.Hojlund (for Zirkzee 82) 5 : Ran about a bit – he’s good at that. More