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      New Tottenham keeper Kinsky tipped to join Real Madrid after just TWO GAMES as it’s revealed he is ‘learning Spanish’

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      TOTTENHAM new boy Antonin Kinsky has been tipped to join Real Madrid.Kinsky, 21, has enjoyed a whirlwind start to his Spurs career since signing from Slavia Prague nine days ago.Antonin Kinsky has had an impressive start to his Spurs careerCredit: PAWith Guglielmo Vicario still out with a fractured foot, Kinsky went straight into the starting XI for Tottenham’s 1-0 League Cup semi-final first leg with over Liverpool.The Czech ace then experienced the other side of English football, playing the full game as Spurs beat Tamworth 3-0 after extra time in the FA Cup.Prior to breaking into Slavia’s first team, Kinsky spent seasons on loan at Czech sides Vyskov and Pardubice.While with the latter he displaced stopper Viktor Budinsky, who remains with the club.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLKinsky’s emergence at Spurs has caused great excitement among Czech football fans.And speaking to Czech paper MF DNES, Budinsky did little to dampen the hype.”Great boy. Already at the first training session it was clear that he was different,” he said of Kinsky.”Strong in the head, healthy confident and purposeful. He can be even higher in three years.”Most read in FootballSUN BINGO GET £50 BONUS & 50 FREE SPINS TODAYQuizzed over where he sees Kinsky going next, he added: “At Real Madrid. Plus, he is learning Spanish, he’ll be ready, he won’t get lost there.”When Tonda [Kinsky] came to us in Pardubice from Vyskov, who were playing in the second league, many would not have said that he would be in the Premier League within two years.Tottenham announce the signing of goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky from Slavia Prague”And yet. I think Tottenham is an intermediate step for him, that an even bigger club is waiting for him.”Kinsky is contracted to Spurs until 2031.Upon joining the club, he said: “I’m really happy to be here and to sign the contract.”It’s a pleasure for me because Tottenham is a big name in Europe, in the world, especially in the Czech Republic so, as I say, for me it’s a big honour and I’m really happy.’THE RIGHT CHOICE'”I spoke with the coaches, I spoke with the sporting director, almost with everyone, and I really got the feeling that this is going to be the right choice.”I’m looking forward to everything. For me, it is a new experience. I’m really happy to make that first step outside of the country (Czechia).”I’m really happy, I’m really excited and I’m looking forward to the training sessions, to the games because, of course, it is the aim of every player to be on the pitch.”And that is what I am going to do; I’m going try to push in the training session to get the minutes.”READ MORE SUN STORIESVicario is expected to remain sidelined for at least another month.It is then not a given that he will return straight to the starting XI, with Kinsky signed to challenge for the No1 spot.Guglielmo Vicario is set to compete with Kinsky for the No1 positionCredit: Rex More

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      Sevilla defender Kike Salas ‘arrested for deliberately getting yellow cards’ and risks up to THREE YEARS in prison

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      SEVILLA star Kike Salas faces three years in prison after being arrested for allegedly picking up deliberate yellow cards in matches.The Spain Under-21s defender, 22, is under investigation for his conduct late in the 2023-24 season, according to respected Spanish outlet El Confidencial.Sevilla star Kike Salas is facing prison after being accused of deliberately being booked in order to make accomplices money through bettingCredit: GettyLegal sources tell El Confidencial that Salas intentionally got himself booked in a number of matches to allow at least two accomplices to make money off his actions through betting.A court in the southern Spanish city of Seville is now looking into the allegations – and refuse to rule out the prospect of other players in his circle being involved.Spanish cops are focusing their investigation on a number of matches from the final few weeks of last season – when Sevilla had nothing to play for after a wildly mediocre season.Salas was booked ten times in total last season – with SEVEN of those coming in the final nine games of the season, with the defender missing one of those through suspension.READ MORE IN SPORTThree of those last seven cards came very late in the game – in the 88th minute and 94th-minute (twice) – as Sevilla finished the season a desperately disappointing 14th place having lost their final four matches.Authorities are working on the suspicion that a number of the yellow cards were deliberate so that Salas friends could cash-in after placing a serious of specific bets.If found guilty, Salas faces a prison sentence of anywhere between six months and three years.Salas – who joined Sevilla aged 11 – has played 54 times for Sevilla and earned two international U21s caps, while only extending his contract at the Spanish giants in December 2024, which will see him stay at the club until the end of the 2028-29 season.Most read in FootballThe accusations are similar to those faced by West Ham star Lucas Paqueta – who risks being banned from playing for life.The Brazilian was originally accused of being deliberately booked in Premier League games against Leicester, Aston Villa, Leeds and Bournemouth between November 2022 and August 2023.West Ham star Lucas Paqueta charged with betting breachesIn addition, the 27-year-old was charged with two breaches of FA Rule F3, which relate to his mobile phone.Earlier this season, SunSport revealed that Paqueta’s hearing is expected to take place in March, although a verdict is unlikely to be reached until the summer — so he is free to play for the rest of the season.The FA are pushing for Paqueta to be banned for life, despite one of the bets placed on him worth just £7.Around 60 people in Brazil wagered bets on the Irons star to be booked in the relevant games, with the stakes ranging from £7 to £400, leading to combined winnings of £100,000.The FOUR games Paqueta has been charged forLUCAS PAQUETA has been charged by the FA over four specific games…FIRST INCIDENT – West Ham 0-2 Leicester, 60th minuteThe Brazilian was booked for lunging into Leicester’s Boubakary Soumare from behind.After initially playing the advantage, referee Jarred Gillett eventually pulled it back and brandished the yellow.SECOND INCIDENT – West Ham 1-1 Aston Villa, 70th minute Four months later against Aston Villa Paqueta slid into John McGinn inside the centre circle, completely missing the ball and instead catching his legs.THIRD INCIDENT – West Ham 3-1 Leeds, 65th minuteAt the end of the 2022-23 campaign against Leeds at the London Stadium Paqueta tripped Crysencio Summerville from behind.The foul prevented the visitors from breaking on the counter attack.FOURTH INCIDENT – Bournemouth 1-1 West Ham, 93rd minuteWith just a few minutes remaining on the opening day of the season, Paqueta jumped up for an aerial challenge but instead handled the ball.The referee, who was standing directly in front of him, was quick to brandish the yellow. More

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      Pep Guardiola ‘SPLITS from wife after 30 years and three children together’ according to reports in Spain

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      PEP GUARDIOLA has SPLIT from his wife of 30 years, according to reports in Spain.Barcelona-based newspaper Sport report that Guardiola and wife Cristina decided to end their relationship in December while both in Spain.Pep Guardiola and Cristina in July 2024Credit: RexThe couple met as teenagersCredit: GettyThe two pictured in 2013 in MunichCredit: Bongarts – GettySport say their relationship is still “cordial, stable and friendly” despite deciding to part ways. The report claims they have been living apart for nearly five years after Cristina moved back to Barcelona to run her fashion company. But she has been moving from Spain to London – still spending time with Manchester City manager Guardiola. City declined to comment when approached over reports of the split. READ MORE IN football Guardiola is believed to have met Cristina in her family’s clothes store called Serra Claret when he was just 18. He was modelling for designer Antonio Miro in Serra’s shop when he first met Cristina. And even as recently as January 2024, the former midfielder revealed Cristina helps pick out his matchday outfits. Serra Claret stock many brands he has worn on the touchline, such as Dsquared2, CP Company and Armani.Most read in FootballHe told Men In Blazers: “My wife is the best in the world at many things, but especially in fashion.”So she says normally to me, don’t wear this or wear that, so I follow her.Pep Guardiola reveals Kyle Walker has asked to LEAVE Man City with England defender set or £400K-A-WEEK Saudi transfer”I am smart enough to know that when people are much much better than me, follow their advices, and hers is really good.”Despite meeting as teens, they waited a long time to get married.They tied the knot in 2014 in an intimate ceremony in Spain – a private service just for close family in Catalonia.And the two have three children, Maria, Marius and Valentina.Eldest daughter Maria, 24, is a model who has over 900,000 followers on Instagram.Son Marius, 22, currently resides in Dubai and runs three companies – one of them dedicated to advertising and marketing. And youngest Valentina, 17, is focused on studies.Cristina supported Guardiola as a player and then manager – his career as a boss starting with Barcelona in 2008.He won three LaLiga titles and two Champions League trophies with Barca before moving to Bayern Munich in 2013. He left Germany in 2016 after three seasons – in each of which he won the Bundesliga.READ MORE SUN STORIESGuardiola joined City in 2016 and has won SIX Premier League titles during his reign – and also a Champions League in 2023 to complete an historic Treble.But this season has seen a dip in form, with with six losses leaving the club in sixth – 12 points adrift of leaders Liverpool. Guardiola with Cristina and their three kids in 2018Credit: PA:Press AssociationEldest Maria is a modelCredit: INSTAGRAMGuardiola has won six Premier League titles with CityCredit: Getty More

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      Work restarts on ‘world’s greatest football stadium’ that had been abandoned for 16 years as £250m revamp is agreed

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      VALENCIA are set to restart work on their Nou Mestalla stadium… 16 years after they were supposed to move in.The skeleton of what was meant to be the “world’s greatest football stadium” has been lying dormant since work was halted in 2009.Valencia have recommenced work on Nou MestallaCredit: X @valenciacfThe LaLiga club have unveiled a new designCredit: X @valenciacfStunning images have been releasedCredit: X @valenciacfThe stadium will eventually hold more than 70,000 peopleCredit: X @valenciacfThe LaLiga side had been hoping to move out of their traditional Mestalla home in 2009.But after gathering debts of more than £350million by 2008, the project was sidelined.After many false dawns, plans to recommence construction work are finally gathering speed.Valencia have unveiled their latest new design for the stadium – the sixth since 2006.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLClub president Lay Hoon Chan boldly proclaimed: “We’re not just building a stadium, we’re building a monument.”The Singaporean, 60, also added that the stadium will act as a “beacon of hope” for the city.Valencia are working with the same contractor as they agreed a deal with in 2007.They hope for the new stadium to be ready in time for the 2027-28 season.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSNou Mestalla has been lying abandoned for 16 yearsCredit: GettyValencia want the stadium ready for the 2027-28 seasonCredit: X @valenciacfThey also hope to be included in the 2030 World CupCredit: X @valenciacfThere will be 3,000 hospitality seatsCredit: X @valenciacfIt will boast a capacity of 70,044 – significantly more than their current 49,000-seater home.Around 3,000 VIP seats will be included, and the stadium will be able to host top events by meeting Uefa’s highest criteria.’I was nowhere near that level’ – Gary Neville reveals how three La Liga bosses left him humiliated at ValenciaValencia are said to be taking out a new £270m loan from Goldman Sachs in order to help finance the project.They plan to begin paying back their loan in 2027, across a period of 20-25 years.Valencia has so far missed out on being one of 11 host cities for the 2030 World Cup.But tournament chiefs could slip them in at the last minute, should Nou Mestalla be built according to plan this time.On the pitch, Valencia have suffered badly in recent seasons.Not long ago mainstays of Uefa competitions, they currently find themselves languishing bottom of LaLiga with just two wins from 19 games.READ MORE SUN STORIESLast month, club icon Ruben Baraja was sacked as boss.They moved quickly to replace him with West Brom manager Carlos Corberan, who has now been tasked with keeping the fallen giants in LaLiga.Carlos Corberan is Valencia’s new bossCredit: Getty More

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      LaLiga Wag claims she was ‘harassed’ by men at Saudi stadium as fan says women were ‘touched without consent’

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      TWO wives of LaLiga footballers claimed they were “harassed” and “insulted” by fans at a stadium in Saudi Arabia. And one supporter said women were “touched without consent” in worrying scenes. Cristina Palavra, wife of Dani Rodriguez, described her awful experience at the Supercopa de Espana semi-finalCredit: XMallorca lost 3-0 to Real Madrid at the King Abdullah Sports City stadium in Saudi ArabiaCredit: GettyMallorca faced Real Madrid in the Supercopa de Espana semi-final on Thursday night.The match was played at the King Abdullah Sports City stadium just north of Jeddah.Underdogs Mallorca – who lost to Athletic Bilbao in the 2024 Copa del Rey final – were still right in the game going into injury time despite Jude Bellingham’s 63rd-minute opener.But a Martin Valjent own goal and a Rodrygo finish in added time secured a 3-0 win for LaLiga champions Real.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLTempers flared throughout the fiery semi-final clash, which included Bellingham “humbling” Pablo Maffeo after the Mallorca defender claimed he would only need ten seconds to knock Vinicius Junior out in a boxing fight. However, the occasion was overshadowed for family members of the Mallorca players who had a horrible and traumatic experience leaving the ground after full-time.Cristina Palavra, wife of Dani Rodriguez, and goalkeeper Dominik Greif’s partner Natalia Kaluzova were among the group of loved ones caught up in the trouble. The pair – who ironically got married to their respective footballer husbands within a fortnight of each other last June – told the media they were photographed, filmed and pushed by supporters. Most read in FootballKaluzova told Marca: “After the match, we formed a large group to go back to the hotel and while we were waiting, everything happened.“A group of people came towards us and made videos of us, they pushed us, they insulted us in Arabic, they recorded us without consent and there were attacks.”Jude Bellingham caught ‘humbling’ LaLiga rival who threatened to knock Real Madrid team-mate out ‘in 10 seconds’Palavra added to Esports IB3: “The truth is that the boys from this country started taking photos of us up close and harassed us. Natali, Dominik Greif’s wife, too.”We felt a little disoriented because we didn’t have anyone protecting us. The exit was very bad.”The departure was a bit complicated. We went with the children and there was no security. “We went as a group, all together with the organisation and everything but we couldn’t do anything else. “We got to the bus as best we could, that’s how it was.”Mallorca fans also allegedly were targeted in the aftermath of the semi-final, taking place in the Middle East for the fifth time. The women were touched and had their photos taken without consentPere, Mallorca fan One, called Pere, said to COPE: “There were very few Real Mallorca fans and they didn’t look after us or protect us. “They mixed us up with fans from there and throughout the match, many of them were bothering us, making fun of us, provoking children and older people.”It was very unpleasant but the worst of all was that at the end of the match, on the way from the stands to the bus, hundreds of people heckled us and lined us up. “They took photos of us without consent, hitting us on the back of the head.”It was very unpleasant but the worst thing was what the women suffered. READ MORE SUN STORIES”They were touched and had their photos taken without consent.”Real Madrid will play arch-rivals Barcelona in Sunday’s final after Hansi Flick’s men beat Athletic Bilbao 2-0 on Wednesday thanks to goals from youngsters Gavi and Lamine Yamal. Dominik Greif’s partner Natalia Kaluzova revealed she was ‘pushed’ and ‘insulted’Credit: InstagramMallorca fans also shared their experiences including being hit on the head and mockedCredit: Getty More

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      Jude Bellingham caught ‘humbling’ LaLiga rival who threatened to knock Real Madrid team-mate out ‘in 10 seconds’

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM was caught “humbling” a LaLiga rival who threatened to knock out Vinicius Jnr.Real Mallorca defender Pablo Maffeo claimed that he would only need 10 seconds to knock out the Brazilian if they were in a boxing match.Jude Bellingham patted Pablo Maffeo on the headCredit: xFans claimed that Bellingham humbled the defenderCredit: xMaffeo claimed he could knock out Vinicius Jnr in ten secondsCredit: AFPMaffeo, 27, was in the team as Mallorca took on Real Madrid in the Supercopa de Espana semi-final on Thursday evening.He and Vinicius were up against each other and clashed throughout the match.During the game, Bellingham, 21, took the chance to humble the former Manchester City starlet.A clip emerged of the England international patting Maffeo on the head.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe Spaniard could be seen trying to react afterwards as Bellingham walked away.Fans reacted to the moment on social media and claimed that the midfielder got the better of Maffeo.One posted: “Bellingham humbling Pablo Maffeo.”A second commented: “Bellingham slapped Maffeo out of nowhere lmaooo.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSA third wrote: “Bellingham slapping Maffeo, he will always protect Vinicius.”A fourth said: “Bellingham putting sense into Maffeo head.”Wholesome moment Jude Bellingham leaves a young Real Madrid fan crying with happiness as he hands him his shirtBellingham netted in the match against Real MallorcaCredit: GettyBellingham’s trophy haulHere is a look at the trophies Jude Bellingham has won in his career so far…Borussia DortmundDFB-Pokal – 2021Real MadridLaLiga – 2024Champions League – 2024Supercopa de Espana – 2024Uefa Super Cup – 2024Intercontinental Cup – 2024England U17Syrenka Cup – 2019Another added: “Bellingham cooked Maffeo.”Real Madrid ran out victors in the match at the King Abdullah Sport City ground in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.Bellingham opened the scoring in the 63rd minute before Martin Valjent netted an own-goal to double Real’s advantage. Rodrygo wrapped the scoring in the 95th minute to send Los Blancos to the final.They will play Barcelona in an El Classico final on Sunday as the Catalonians beat Athletic Bilbao 2-0 in the other semi-final.Bellingham did suffer an injury scare in the game as he pulled up with a muscular problem in the closing stages.Manager Carlo Ancelotti revealed post-match that the heat affected his players as Federico Valverde was forced off.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe said: “He had an adductor strain, like Bellingham.”It was an unexpectedly hot game, it was very hot… and it could have affected both of them.” More

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      Meet Jude Bellingham’s rumoured new flame as Spanish pop star ‘spotted wearing England ace’s T-shirt’ and liking pics

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM has been romantically linked with a pop star by Spanish press.The Real Madrid star’s performances have improved on the pitch, scoring seven league goals in eight games.Singer Aitana has been romantically linked with Jude Bellingham by Spanish pressCredit: Instagram @aitanaxAitana at the LOS40 Music Awards in 2022Credit: GettyShe was recently spotted watching Real Madrid playCredit: Instagram @aitanaxThe singer and Bellingham follow each other on InstagramCredit: GettyThey have liked each others’ postsCredit: RexBut his personal life has been subject to speculation in Spain after being linked with musician Aitana. According to Madrid-based reporter Laura Roige, the pair could be dating after following each other on Instagram. They are also said to have “liked” each others’ posts on the social media app. That is despite Aitana being born in Barcelona and claiming to be a fan of the side. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAlthough she watched the El Clasico from Madrid and called it “home”.But the performer – full name Aitana Ocana Morales – had been in Miami just before so she could have been referring to returning to Spain. Bellingham played in the match but it ended in a disastrous 4-0 defeat.Spanish outlet ElDesmarque also pointed out that Aitana and Bellingham were both spotted wearing the same white Acne Studios T-shirt.Most read in FootballSpanish outlet ElDesmarque spotted that the two wore the same topCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAlthough they say it’s impossible to know whether it was Bellingham’s or just a coincidence.Bellingham, 21, was linked with Dutch model Laura Celia Valk during the summer when England reached the Euro 2024 final.But Laura herself recently confirmed to her followers that she is not in a relationship.Bellingham has eight goals in 22 games this season with Madrid topping LaLiga – with rivals Atletico two points behind but with a game in hand. Dutch model Laura Celia Valk was linked with BellinghamCredit: Instagram / @lauraceliavRomance rumours swirled in the summerCredit: InstagramBut Laura revealed she does not have a boyfriendCredit: Instagram More

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      Casemiro ‘willing to leave Man Utd this month’ with Saudi club offering £650k-a-week transfer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED star Casemiro could leave this month after being offered a whopping £650,000-a-week deal by a major Saudi club.United landed the midfielder from Real Madrid in 2022 following a staggering £70million deal but he has had mixed fortunes since his move to the Premier League.Al-Nassr are offering Manchester United star Casemiro a £650,000-a-week dealCredit: GettyCasemiro has told Man Utd he is ready to leave the clubCredit: RexAccording to Give Me Sport, the 32-year-old has been offered a way out of Manchester that would see him becoming one of the top five highest earners in Saudi Arabia.Al-Nassr are keeping tabs on the Brazil international, who could reunite with fellow Real legend Cristiano Ronaldo if he moves to Riyadh.Casemiro has been attracting interest from the Middle Eastern nation for quite some time amid his uncertain future at Man Utd under manager Ruben Amorim.Al-Nassr’s interest is so intense that Saudi Pro League sporting director Michael Emenalo is driving the move himself.Read More on Man UtdHowever, there has been no contact between the Saudi outfit and United so far.The defensive midfielder has a contract with the Manchester giants until 2026.And according to The Times, he has informed his club he is ready to leave.And Amorim’s side is willing to sell with a significant price cut as they rate the ex-Real star at about £25m.Most read in FootballCasemiro appears likelier to leave Old Trafford at the end of the season.However, Al-Nassr want to fast-track things and seal a deal during the January transfer window.Gary Neville tells Jamie Carragher to ‘f off’ after Liverpool legend performs incredible U-turn on ‘selfish’ SalahCasemiro has struggled to impress this term despite amassing a total of 22 appearances across all competitions.United have been enduring a tumultuous campaign across all fronts as they have tumbled down to 13th place in the Premier League table. More