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    Ruben Dias’ ex appears to take aim at Man City star in cryptic new song after he went public with Maya Jama

    RUBEN DIAS’ ex-girlfriend appears to have taken aim at the Manchester City star and Maya Jama in a cryptic new song. Dias and TV presenter Maya went public with their relationship last month after first meeting in November.April Ivy is the ex-girlfriend of Manchester City star Ruben DiasCredit: Instagram @aprilivymusicApril Ivy appeared to take a dig at Dias in her new songCredit: TIKTOKApril Ivy was with Dias until 2021Credit: INSTAGRAM @aprilivymusicShe is a singer from PortugalCredit: Instagram @aprilivymusicShe is believed to have split from Dias amid ‘lifestyle differences’Credit: INSTAGRAM @aprilivymusicThey were first reported to have dated in 2018Credit: INSTAGRAM @aprilivymusicMaya Jama has gone public in her relationship with DiasThe City defender was previously in a relationship with Love Island’s Arabella Chi and Portuguese singer April Ivy before that.Dias and Ivy – real name Mariana Barreiros dos Santos Goncalves – were together from 2018-2021 and even lived together in Manchester.But reports in Portugal suggested they split over lifestyle differences.Ivy took to Instagram to preview an upcoming track and included English subtitles to reveal the extent of her cryptic lyrics. READ MORE IN football She sings: “I saw a picture. You guys look so good together. “The both of you, you both look so happy. Just as everyone says, I created a monster. He learned everything with me, then became a danger and left. “To give some context, what you see doesn’t come from thin air. I know you’re going to love what was tiring me.”What he wears, I bought. His perfume, I gave. His favourite song, I showed. He is me. Keep him now, he’s yours.”Most read in FootballDias and Ivy reportedly split after a holiday to Greece in the summer of 2021.According to magazine Flash! – Dias’ desired a “more discreet” life which clashed with his Ivy’s “exuberance”.Maya Jama with her boyfriend Ruben Dias who plays for Manchester CityThe centre-back kept his relationship with Maya a secret for months after initially meeting at the European Music Awards last year. But they have since gone public, recently looking loved up during a romantic lunch date in London.The couple were spotted at the The Summerhouse, which is a fancy seafood restaurant in London.It sits alongside the Grand Union Canal in Little Venice and is the perfect spot for an al fresco lunch.In April, they were seen out for the first time at a Ballers League game – headed up by KSI – in which Maya manages a team. Earlier in the month, Maya watched Dias play at Wembley as City beat Nottingham Forest 2-0 in their FA cup semi-final.During the international break in March, Maya flew to Lisbon when Dias played for Portgual.The Love Island host was pictured in the stands at the José Alvalade Stadium when Portugal’s beat Denmark 5-2. She was seen with a pal and glasses of wine in a VIP hospitality box – reserved usually for friends and family of players.Maya also posted a picture of the two celebrating together at their romantic fireside retreat at 3.30am the following morning.The snap is said to have been taken at the Dias’ home in the Cascais region of Portugal – with a swimming pool spotted in the picture.Maya was gifted a bouquet of roses on her return to the UK from Cape Town in February following the conclusion of the 2025 Love Island All Star season.Read More on The SunThe pair were then spotted wearing matching £5,000 Cartier ‘LOVE’ bracelets. Maya wore the pricey gift in the Instagram post before Dias was spotted wearing the same item as he arrived for training in February.Dias signed for City in 2020Credit: Shutterstock Editorial More

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    Tempo Arts vs Big Tobz vs Godson vs Curtis Pritchard: Start time, TV, stream, rules for Misfits Survivor Tag match

    MISFITS is back this weekend with a Survivor Tag match between FOUR fighters.The match is billed as “every man for themselves” with the winner getting a guaranteed shot at the Misfits heavyweight title.Love Island star Curtis Pritchard makes his boxing debut in a Survivor Tag matchRapper Big Tobz is 0-2 in his boxing career so farGodson Umeh and Tempo Arts previously fought – with the latter winningRapper Big Tobz, TikTok star Tempo Arts, jeweller Godson Umeh and Love Island star Curtis Pritchard will enter the ring on Friday night as part of Misfits 21.Tempo Arts is 4-0 in Misfits and previously beat Godson – in the only fight of his career so far – by TKO in March 2023.Big Tobz is 0-2 with his most recent defeat a TKO loss to Kelz in September last year.Pritchard, who has also appeared on Dancing with the Stars, Hollyoaks and Celebs Go Dating, is making his boxing debut.READ MORE MISFITSThe fight is part of a stacked Misfits card in Derby that includes the likes of Darren Till, Idris Virgo and Wakey Wines.But while those are all traditional boxing matches with traditional rules and scoring, this fight is shaping up to be very different.SunSport has everything you need to know.When is Tempo Arts vs Big Tobz vs Godson vs Curtis Pritchard?The Survivor Tag match takes place on the Misfits 21 card on Friday, May 16 at the Vaillant Live arena in Derby.Darren Till’s fight with Darren Stewart headlines the card. It is not yet clear what time the Survivor Tag match will take place.The event starts at 5pm BST with the broadcast expected from 7pm BST.The main event ring walks are due at approximately 10.30pm BST.We will update this information when it is confirmed.Most read in BoxingWhat TV channel is Tempo Arts vs Big Tobz vs Godson vs Curtis Pritchard and can I live stream it?Misfits 21 is being broadcast by DAZN.UK viewers can find DAZN TV as an additional extra to their package.The event can also be live streamed via the DAZN website or downloadable app.DAZN costs £119.99 for an annual pass, or £14.99 monthly.There is also a flexible pass, which costs £24.99 monthly and can be cancelled at any time.Alternatively, SunSport will blog every fight on the card.What are the Survivor Tag match rules?As stated on Misfits’ social media pages, the rules are as follows:Every man for themselves.Two tags are optional, but if you tag the second time, you will lose a point.Elimination through knockdown or knockout, referee stoppage, corner stoppage, or refusal to tag in.Six rounds total, going into round four there must only be three participants.By the end of round three, there will be a mandatory elimination for the participants with the least cumulative points.Going into round five, there will only be two remaining boxers.Who is fighting at Misfits 21?What’s been said?Speaking about the rules, Pritchard told The Sun: “Truthfully, because it is quite a new concept, there ain’t much to go off. “So I’ve got some plans in my head of what the best way for me to do it, which I will not be saying. But it’s a bit of a learning curve.”On fighting in general, he added: “It’s sick. Genuinely it’s wild.”I’ve always loved watching fights. I’ve always loved fighting as a sport. “It’s really interested me throughout my life, but I’ve never had time to do it.Read More on The Sun”Being at such a high level of dancing, like when I was performing and competing a lot, that took up my life.”I feel like once you get a mindset to become a high level of something, as long as you have that same mindset into something else, you become very good at it very fast.” More

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    Olivia Attwood’s husband Bradley Dack, 31, left in limbo as Gillingham release SEVEN players after dismal EFL season

    OLIVIA ATWOOD’s husband is on the cusp of being unemployed due to a ruthless end-of-season cull by Gillingham.The League Two outfit has released SEVEN PLAYERS following the culmination of the season, which they ended in 17th place.Bradley Dack’s future with Gillingham is in limboCredit: GettyThe 31-year-old, the hubby of former Love Islander Olivia Attwood, is in talks over a new deal with the clubCredit: GETTYBut he could end up joining the seven players already culled by the GillsCredit: SPLASHAnd hubby of former Love Island star Atwood, Bradley Dack, could end up joining them.The Gills have announced that Dack is one of four players they’re in talks with over a new deal at the Priestfield Stadium.An excerpt of a statement read: “The club remain in discussions with: Max Clark, Bradley Dack, Conor Masterson [and Euan Williams.”Dack, 31, is no stranger to an emotional exit from Gillingham.READ MORE EFL NEWSHe left the club eight years ago to join Blackburn Rovers in a deal worth a cool £1million.He’d move to Sunderland in the summer of 2023 on a free transfer but would leave the Stadium of Light the following year on a free.His exit from Wearside paved the way for an emotional return to Gillingham.Upon the announcement of his return, Dack said: “I can’t wait to get going, to be honest.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS”It’s nice to be back, I feel like my body is in the right place.”I just need to get match fit, I want to score goals and affect football matches.”Olivia Attwood ‘can’t roll a football’ without hitting someone her hubby’s slept with but is GLAD of his womanising pastDack made 20 appearances in all competitions last season, scoring one goal and providing a solitary assist. More

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    Derek Chisora challenged to £50,000 bet on Love Island star ahead of Misfits Boxing fight

    DEREK CHISORA has been challenged to a £50,000 bet ahead of Ty Mitchell’s Misfits Boxing bout against Idris Virgo. Mitchell – a close friend of Chisora’s ex-opponent Tyson Fury – faces Love Island star Virgo on Friday in Derby.Derek Chisora has been challenged to a £50,000 bet ahead of Ty Mitchell vs Idris VirgoCredit: instagram @DerekWarChisoraTy Mitchell faces Idris Virgo at Misfits 21Credit: instagram @TyMitchell90Chisora and pro boxer Virgo are training partners at the London Shootfighters gym in North West London.And Chisora, 41, said in a video: “Ty Mitchell, my boy’s going to smoke you out. He’s going to smoke you out. My guy’s going to smoke you out. “Let’s go champ! Let’s go champ!” Mitchell, 34, responded: “My old boy, Derek. Listen, you don’t believe that, man. You know you don’t believe it. READ MORE IN boxing”Listen, if you believe he’s going to beat me, put a wager on it then. Ten grand, 20 grand, 30 grand, 50 grand? “You let me know what you want to bet if you think your boy is going to beat me. “I know you’ve got a lot of money because you made a lot when my boy Tyson spanked you. “So listen, let’s see if you really think he’s going to beat me. Name the price and I’ll match it.” Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe two then shared a FaceTime call, both smiling, with Mitchell posting: “Don’t let Insta fool you he’s a marketing genius.” Mitchell made his pro debut in 2010 and had a 3-2 record before being jailed for manslaughter.KSI’s sparring partner says he snubbed Love Island return to focus on Misfits Boxing and reveals how hard YouTuber hits He fatally punched 19-year-old student Jagdip Randhawa in 2011 and was sentenced to seven years behind bars. Mitchell was denied a pro licence from the British Boxing Board of Control and instead fought on the unlicensed circuit. He was signed by Misfits – the home to celebrity-style crossover bouts and headed up by KSI – last year and beat Tommy Hench in his debut.Virgo on the other hand has had 12 pro bouts with one draw before also signing with Misfits after a 2018 stint on Love Island. He has had four Misfits wins including against MMA star Anthony Taylor, Geordie Shore’s Aaron Chalmers and ex-UFC champion Benson Henderson. Virgo – who recently welcomed his first child and son into the world – also snubbed a Love Island return for the fight with Mitchell. He told SunSport: “I could have taken the chance to risk going on the show and come out for this fight.”But it’s too much, so I thought I’d kick it to the can. Oh, it is 100 per cent a tough decision because Love Island’s my root, that’s the reason why I’m standing here today.Read More on The Sun”I got what I have because of Love Island, so it would have been good to go back on there, build my career, X, Y, Z, but sometimes you gotta take sacrifices and that’s one of my sacrifices.”I had to kick the can and train hard ready for this fight.”Virgo had professional boxing fights before Love IslandCredit: GettyHe featured in the reality TV show in 2018Credit: Rex Features More

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    Idris Virgo vs Ty Mitchell: Start time, TV channel, stream & full card as they meet for Misfits light heavyweight title

    IDRIS VIRGO clashes with Ty Mitchell in the co-main event of Misfits 21 in Derby THIS WEEKEND!Virgo steps into the ring for the first time in 2025 after beating Benson Henderson by unanimous decision on Misfits 18 in September last year.Idris Virgo returns to Misfits action following his victory over Benson HendersonCredit: GettyTy Mitchell has a 3-2 record and won his last fight by KOFormer Love Islander Virgo, 31, comes into the clash with an almost perfect record, remaining unbeaten at 12-0-1.The only clash he failed to win was in May 2019, as his clash against Rene Molik was ended after doctors advised Molik was unfit to fight after sustaining a cut on his eye.Ty Mitchell comes into the bout at 3-2-0 in his professional career, but is off the back of a third round KO victory over Thomas Harnett on Misfits 20.Mitchell also has the advantage of fighting in front of his home crowd in Derby.Read More MisfitsThe pair will co-main event Misfits 21, with Darren Till and Darren Stewart set to go on last on the night.How to watch Idris Virgo vs Ty Mitchell and is there a live stream?Idris Virgo vs Ty Mitchell is part of the rescheduled Misfits Boxing 21 card.The original event was set for March 29, before KSI pulled out of his clash with Dillon Danis.Misfits 21, which will be held at the Vailant Live arena in Derby is live on DAZN.DAZN can be found as an additional subscription on TVs.It can also be live streamed on the DAZN website or the downloadable app.A DAZN subscription is £119.99 or £14.99 per month, or £24.99 on a flexible commitment that can be cancelled at any timeAlternatively, SunSport will live blog all of Misfits 21 as it happens.When does Idris Virgo vs Ty Mitchell start?The main card is expected to get underway around 5pm BST.Coverage of the card is live from 7pm BST on DAZN.The main event is expected at around 10.30pm BST, but bouts are subject to change.We will provide full information when it is confirmed.Misfits 21 full cardDarren Till vs Darren Stewart, cruiserweightIdris Virgo vs Ty Mitchell, light heavyweight – MF pro titleChase DeMoor vs Tank Tolman, heavyweight, MFB titleWalid Sharks vs FoxTheG, lightweightJordan Banjo vs Wil Anderson, heavyweightAmir Anderson vs TBA, middleweightJoey Knight vs Andy Howson, lightweightWakey Wines vs MoDeen, heavyweightDylan Price vs TBA, super bantamweightTempo Art vs Big Tobz vs Godson Umeh vs Curtis Pritchard, heavyweight – Survivor Tag boutMost read in Boxing More

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    Tommy Fury SHOVED by opponent Kenan Hanjalic as face-off for comeback fight turns tense

    TOMMY FURY was on the receiving end of a shove shock from his comeback opponent during a heated face-off.The former Love Island star returns to the ring TONIGHT for the first time in nearly two years in a Budapest bust-up with Kenan Hanjalic.Tommy Fury had a tense face-off with comeback opponent Kenan Hanjalic on ThursdayCredit: XFury was shoved in the chest by the Bosnian bruiserCredit: XFury maintained his composure but issued a chilling warning to HanjalicCredit: XThe build-up to the relatively short-notice fight had been cordial up until their final face-off on Thursday.The pair went eye-to-eye after successfully weighing in for the contest and proceeded to push one another with their foreheads.And Hanjalic, who tipped the scales at 210.1lbs, upped the ante by shoving Fury, who weighed in at 207.46lbs, with both his hands.Fury, the younger brother of former heavyweight champion Tyson, didn’t react to the provocation.READ MORE ON TOMMY FURYHe instead calmly told the Bosnian bruiser: “We’ll see tomorrow night.”Footage of the face off went viral, with one fight fan commenting: “A couple of novices trying to make things look interesting. I’ll give it a miss.”Another said: “All for a 6 rounder…”And another said: “Battle of the foreheads.”Most read in BoxingJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSWho is on the Tommy Fury vs Kenan Hanjalic undercard?Here is a look at the fights on the undercard…Tommy Fury vs Kenan Hanjalic – cruiserweightRoman Fury vs Josip Pehar – heavyweightShokhjakhon Abdullaev vs Irakli Alanidze – cruiserweightValentin Koloszar vs Alexandru Ionita – featherweightOne remarked: “What’s going on?”Fury has got himself in a career-best shape for his ring return, which he reflected on in an Instagram post.Tommy Fury hits out at Jake Paul over Anthony Joshua fight and teases huge rematch He wrote: “26 years young today.”In the thick of a training camp but feeling the best I’ve felt in a long time.”Fury hasn’t fought since his decision win over KSI in Manchester back in October 2023.He was supposed to return to the ring on January 18 against former UFC welterweight title challenger Darren Till.But he pulled out of the fight 19 days after it was announced due to fears over his safety, which stemmed from MMA star Till jokingly claiming he’d “kick” him in the head. More

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    Watch as Maya Jama finally confirms Ruben Dias romance with kiss, cuddle and bite to neck at footy match

    MAYA Jama and Ruben Dias kiss and cuddle to confirm their romance for the first time with a loved-up display.The Man City defender, 27, even cheekily bit the TV star’s neck as they stood pitch side at a weekly Baller League match.Maya Jama and Ruben Dias confirmed their romance for the first timeCredit: GettyThe pair kissed and cuddled as they stood pitch side at a weekly Baller League matchThe Man City defender even cheekily bit the TV host’s neckMaya cheered on City at Wembley on SundayCredit: Click News and MediaLove Island host Maya, 30, has been dating Ruben since they met at an awards bash in November but has kept their relationship under wraps until now.The Sun’s exclusive video shows the couple hugging in a bunker behind the goal at the Copper Box Arena, in East London.At one point the Portuguese pitch ace pulls her in for a hug, planting a smooch on her cheek and then rubs her back.Later he playfully bites at the back of her neck.READ MORE ON MAYA JAMAA source said: “Maya and Ruben seemed very close, very loved up and were clearly very comfortable with each other.“They were chatting to others around them but gravitated back to each other. They seem very happy with each other.”It is the first time the couple have been seen together in public since they began dating.Maya and Ruben were introduced at the MTV EMAs in Manchester in November, following the breakdown of her on-off relationship with rapper Stormzy last summer.Most read in FootballLast month we told how she had introduced Dias to her mum Bernadette, with sources saying they were “getting more serious”.She also revealed in March she was taking Portuguese lessons.MAYA Jama’s romance with footballer Ruben Dias is hotting up – after she was introduced to his mum BernadetteThe influencer-led Baller League sees former Premier League players, futsal players and celebrities face one another in 12 teams.Maya is among several celebrities backing the new-look football format.The TV host has teamed up with Swiss player Alisha Lehmann to lead MVPs United for the influencer-led football league.The likes of KSI and darts star Luke Littler also attended Monday’s sport event.The Portuguese pitch ace pulled Maya in for a hugMaya was all smiles as she stood next to RubenThe TV beauty has been dating the football star since they met at an awards bash in NovemberA source revealed: ‘They seem very happy with each other’Credit: Click News and MediaMaya posted a picture online of the pair having lunchMaya also recently introduced Dias to her mum BernadetteCredit: Getty More

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    Tommy Fury looks gigantic in new training pics as stunned fans say ‘looking lean and mean’ ahead of boxing return

    TOMMY FURY is already “looking lean and mean” ahead of his boxing return.The 2019 Love Island star announced his comeback fight is set for May 9 in Budapest – with an opponent yet to be confirmed. Tommy Fury in training for his return fightCredit: Instagram / tommyfuryFury showed off his hulking frameCredit: Instagram / tommyfuryAnd Fury is already preparing for the bout, showing off his hulking frame with the caption: “Training camp week 1.” Fans flooded the 25-year-old’s comment section, with one saying: “Looking impressive.”Another added: “Looking lean and mean.”One hailed: “BEAST.”READ MORE IN BOXINGAnother said: “Looking good Tommy.”Fury beat YouTube’s biggest boxing stars in Jake Paul and KSI in 2023 – but has not returned since.He had hand surgery last year and was due to face MMA fighter-turned-boxer Darren Till in January.But he pulled out after the former UFC middleweight threatened to KICK him in the head.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSIt led to speculation over Fury’s future in boxing – but he took to social media to announce his comeback fight in Hungary.And older brother Roman – who is 4-0 himself – is due to feature on the undercard despite neither of their opponents being confirmed.Fury beat Paul, 28, via split-decision in Saudi Arabia in February 2023 and then took a controversial points win over KSI, 31, in the October. He remains linked with rematches against the pair ahead of his return. Jake Paul was beaten by Fury in Saudi ArabiaCredit: GettyFury also beat KSI on pointsCredit: Getty More