More stories

  • in

    Inside Laura Woods’ loved-up Amsterdam getaway with Love Island star boyfriend Adam Collard, from spa date to rude bar

    LAURA WOODS has enjoyed a romantic getaway to Amsterdam with boyfriend Adam Collard. Award-winning sports presenter Laura, 36, shared a video of the highlights from their trip to the Netherlands’ capital.
    Laura Woods shared a video of the highlights of her trip to AmsterdamCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
    After landing Laura shared a video while on the city’s famous canal’sCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
    Laura went to the city with boyfriend Adam CollardCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
    The pair can be seen heading into a glitzy galleryCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
    The loved-up couple shared a snap standing in a mirror togetherCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
    The video starts out with Laura on a plane flying above the clouds.
    It then cuts to a view from the famous canals of the city.
    Laura can then be seen seeing the sights during the day including a visit to a pancake shop which saw them tuck into some gorgeous looking sweet treats under the Christmas lights.
    The point of view switches over to ex-Love Island star Adam, 27, who can be seen holding a Heineken beer glass in his hand while filming Laura laughing.
    READ MORE ON LAURA WOODS
    The holiday then continues as they head into an art gallery.
    They then descent down a flight of stairs into a purple-lit room which had a number of different coloured hearts all hanging from the ceiling.
    The loved-up couple can be seen embracing in front of an artsy brightly-coloured projection.
    Laura also gave fans a sneak peek into the digs they stayed in for the visit – a cosy spa-hotel adorned head to toe in Christmas decorations.
    Most read in Football
    Laura could be seen standing under a crude sign for a barCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
    She could also be seen enjoying plenty of food and drinkCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
    Her food trips included a pizza placeCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
    There were also plenty of sweet treats on the visitCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
    There was time to catch classic Christmas film The Snowman in the morning before they headed down to enjoy some time in the spa, with the video only showing off their gowns and slippers.
    After unwinding they can be seen back in town, heading to a number of foods places and grabbing a bite to eat at a few different places.
    One meal Laura had was a steak which was followed up by a stunning drink with an exquisite head decoration.
    Laura was certainly right with the caption of her post when she said: “Went to Amsterdam. Ate a lot, drank a lot & laughed a lot.”
    Next the TNT Sports presenter could be seen standing under a sign that said “Free Willie”, with a crude but suitable art design for Amsterdam.
    Next up came a visit to Febo (imagine McDonalds but with items you pick through a window display) and a restaurant before a trip to the Christmas market.
    The video rounds off by displaying the stunning Christmas lights running above the city’s tram lines.
    Laura and Adam’s romantic trip came with the background of Adam revealing his plans for marriage and kids.
    Read more on The Sun
    He said during an interview with OnlyAccounts.com: “I’m protective, whether it’s Laura, or my family, my friends.
    “I want to get married. I want to have kids as well. I’ve always thought, what type of person will I be? How can I protect my kids?”
    Inside Laura Woods’ glamorous life as football, boxing and NFL presenter…
    Laura is the new face of TNT Sports’ Champions League coverage
    Laura regularly hosts DAZN’s boxing coverage as wellCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
    She has gathered a huge social media following in recent yearsCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
    Laura presented coverage of Anthony Joshua’s bout with Jermaine FranklinCredit: Rex
    She has become TNT Sports’ main Champions League anchor this seasonCredit: Getty
    Laura also likes to let her hair down when not workingCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
    Laura went Instagram official with her romance with Adam CollardCredit: Instagram
    Laura is dating former Love Island star Adam CollardCredit: Instagram
    The presenter is ITV’s host for Lionesses coverageCredit: Getty
    She also works for ITV on their coverage of the NFLCredit: Instagram
    Woods previously hosted the talkSPORT Breakfast alongside great pal Ally McCoistCredit: Instagram
    She loves a day at the races during the summerCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
    Laura has an enviable lifestyle and fans regularly go wild for her outfitsCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy More

  • in

    AJ Bunker vs Elle Brooke 2 announced with Love Island star looking for revenge against OnlyFans influencer

    FORMER Love Island star AJ Bunker will go up against Elle Brooke in a rematch as the two renew their feud.Their first fight in July was full of bad blood and saw Elle come out on top.
    Elle lost her last fight to Jully PocaCredit: Rex
    AJ Bunker is looking for revenge after their first fightCredit: andreajanebunker/Instagram
    The judges scored the fight 40-36 in Elle’s favour.
    The two are set to throw it down again in January on DAZN.
    The fight will take place as part of Misfits Boxing – which has launched the careers of several influencer boxers.
    Elle announced the fight on her Instagram alongside the caption: “Repeat or revenge, what we saying? Let’s fucking gooooo 🥊 @misfitsboxing.”
    READ MORE IN BOXING
    The bout will take place in Leeds.
    Meanwhile AJ announced the fight on her Instagram by writing: “The rematch is on! LETS GET IT! 🥊🔥”
    The initial fight took place after Bunker stepped in for Astrid Wett at late notice.
    Astrid had to pull out after safety fears.
    Most read in Boxing
    AJ has become a boxer since she left Love IslandCredit: PA
    Elle Brooke mixes boxing with OnlyFansCredit: Instagram / @thedumbledong
    Bunker said she was “really proud” of her performance in the first bout after stepping in at late notice.
    She said after the fight: “To be honest I thought I had the win.
    “Fair play to Elle she did well but I want a rematch when I can have more than two weeks’ notice.
    “I am really proud of myself and I hope that is treated as showing there is no limitations to what us girls can do.”
    AJ rose to fame in 2021 after she appeared in season seven of Love Island. More

  • in

    Arsenal star Jurrien Timber posts positive injury update sending fans and Love Island star into meltdown

    JURRIEN TIMBER released a positive injury update after revealing his gruelling road to recovery. The defender suffered a knee injury at the start of the season and is facing the remainder of the campaign sidelined.
    Jurrien Timber released a positive injury update after revealing his road to recovery
    Timber, 22, pulled up with an off-the-ball injury during his Premier League debut against Nottingham Forest.
    But the centre-back has given fans something to smile about by posting a clip of his recovery regime.
    He captioned it: “ProjectComeback 𝐕𝐨𝐥. ❷ Ⅰ Putting the work in.”
    It won the hearts of fans as one said: “We can’t wait to have you back on the pitch.”
    READ MORE ON ARSENAL
    Another added: “Can’t wait to have you back.”
    Love Island star Marcel Somerville wrote: “Let’s goooooooo.”
    The £38million signing arrived from Ajax during the summer to strengthen Mikel Arteta’s backline.
    But a worrying update from the Dutch outlet AD claimed the Netherland international is likely to miss out on a place in the Euro 2024 squad.
    Most read in Football
    FREE BETS – BT BETTING OFFERS AND BONUSES NEW CUSTOMERS
    There was hope the Gunners’ new boy could return for at least the last part of the season.
    But following surgery on his ACL his playing time this term looks uncertain.
    Despite the setback, Gunners boss Arteta seemed more hopeful when probed on Timber’s recovery.
    Arteta said: “Well I hope so. He’s been for a few walks out on the field. He’s still a bit far from competing but he’s in a good place.”
    Timber faces the rest of the season on the sidelinesCredit: Alamy More

  • in

    Why top sports stars and Love Island contestants make ideal partners, it’s more than just a desire for fame and money

    THE love connection between sports stars and Love Island contestants is stronger than ever.Man City ace Ruben Dias is the latest footballer to be enamoured by an alumni of Casa Amor.
    Man City ace Ruben Dias is the latest name linked to a Love Island star
    Stunning Arabella Chi is rumoured to be dating the Portugal defenderCredit: instagram
    Olivia Attwood also married a footballer
    The Portuguese defender is believed to be dating model Arabella Chi, who appeared on season five of the reality TV show.
    They sent tongues wagging by sharing identical snaps in Paris, although they are yet to be pictured as a couple, despite a reported two month courtship.
    While West Ham star Jarrod Bowen’s romance with Dani Dyer is continuing to go strong since hooking in 2021
    Back in May, she gave birth to their twin girls Summer and Star.
    Read more football news
    Then there’s Olivia Attwood, who is married to Sunderland star Bradley Dack.
    They soon got together after she split with Chris Hughes, who she met on the show.
    By 2019 she was engaged to the footballer, and the two have since become a reality TV power couple – appearing in a number of spin-off TV shows together.
    Amber Gill, who was once linked to Jack Grealish, himself a Love Island fan who liked season eight star Ekin-Su Cülcüloglu’s pictures on Instagram, is also now dating a footballer in Arsenal Women’s Jen Beattie.
    Most read in Football
    So, why are famous sports stars and Love Island stunners getting into relationships?
    Dating coach Hayley Quinn believes Love Island contestants could be attracted to sports stars, not only for their physical appearance, but are allured to their status and the chance of forming a celebrity relationship that could swell their bank accounts.
    She also feels others might click because they see a similarity in the way their social lives play out, as well as their values.
    “I think we can say with people that go on Love Island they aspire to celebrity on some level,” she told SunSport.
    Dani Dyer left Love Island and shacked up with a footballer
    West Ham star Jarrod Bowen and Dani are inseparable and welcomed twins together back in May
    “That is seemingly a huge value for them, something that is motivating for them, so seeing a sports star who is famous in their own right, acknowledged, and has all those accomplishments is going to be really attractive.
    “Aside from sports stars and Love Island stars being quite physically attractive, there is also the added attraction of together potentially forming the modern day equivalent of the Posh and Becks relationship.
    “There’s also an undoubted earning potential attached to forming a celebrity partnership as well.
    “It could also be just that someone has gone on Love Island, they have found themselves in the same social circles and network and celebrity status and they want to date other people they perceive to be on the same level.
    “They have more opportunity to do that, not only at events but thanks to the world of Instagram – both their platforms are going to be easily accessible.
    “They have an opportunity to interact because they are known and visible to one another.
    “It’s not different to a normal person, perhaps they look at someone’s fashion and dress and they make an assumption about whether they are working in the same social circles and values, and that’s partly what’s motivating it and not just a callous desire for more fame and money – it’s seeing similarity between them.”
    For every Jarrod and Dani, there’s a failed romance that hasn’t worked.
    Quinn explains that it can’t all be down to superficial level when it comes to sports stars and Love Island beauties connecting on deeper level.
    “There are a lot of ingredients to make a successful relationship work,” Quinn continued.
    “I think having stuff in common is helpful, but absolutely not essential.
    Olivia Attwood and Sunderland star Bradley Dack have been a success story
    Olivia Attwood has become a breakout TV star separately of Love Island
    Dating coach Hayley Quinn explains the connection between Love Island beauties and footballers
    Amber Gill was linked to Jack Grealish
    Amber Gill and Arsenal Women star Jen Beattie are now a celebrity coupleCredit: PA
    “It might be helpful to understand what it’s like to have lots of followers on social media and a degree of fame.
    “That’s going to create an emotional intimacy, that they can understand each other’s world and that might, on top of the physical attraction, be the point of connection.
    “Physical attraction might be what makes these relationships sizzle at the beginning.
    “However, to make a relationship work you as an individual have to be in the mindset where you’re ready to stick at and work at things and really wanting a relationship.
    “Also, it might support the romance if they enjoy going out to the same places, but again that doesn’t mean necessarily mean a successful relationship.
    “Factors that could encourage a successful relationship between them could come down to could be how much time they like to spend together, emotional intimacy, how much independence they like… it’s a whole laundry list of different factors you possibly don’t think about when you’re 22, which make up compatibility.
    Read More on The Sun
    “You can’t equate having things in common with a successful relationship. That’s going to depend on their personalities, the relationship styles and preferences.
    “While you could also say their stoicism is important and not to get swayed by the next exciting thing, which is a quality we improve as mature in life.” More

  • in

    New details of Love Island star Arabella Chi’s romance with Man City ace Ruben Dias revealed after clue in Insta snap

    MANCHESTER City ace Rúben Dias has been secretly dating Love Island star Arabella Chi for four weeks.The model has been regularly flying from her Ibiza base to spend time with the Portuguese defender in Britain.
    Former Love Island star Arabella Chi has been regularly flying from her Ibiza base to spend time with the Portuguese defender in BritainCredit: Getty
    Arabella has been regularly flying from her Ibiza base to spend time with the Portuguese defender Ruban Dias in Britain.Credit: Rex
    Arabella found fame on the fifth series of Love Island in 2019Credit: Rex Features
    This week Rúben, 26, and Arabella, 32, enjoyed a romantic break in Paris.
    A source revealed yesterday: “Rúben and Arabella have been quietly dating for the past month. They had the best time together in Paris and seem to be really falling for each other.”
    They gave the game away on their blossoming romance ­yesterday by posting identical pictures from the trip.
    Pals revealed that Portuguese defender Rúben, 26, and British model Arabella, 32, grew close after being introduced by mutual friends.
    READ MORE ON ARABELLA CHI
    One source said: “Rúben and ­Arabella have been quietly dating for the past month. She has visited him in Manchester and their dates have been all under the radar.
    “Arabella has flown over to the UK from her base in Ibiza to stay at his place a number of times.
    “They went to Paris for their first romantic mini-break in the week, where he wined and dined her at all the best restaurants.
    “He also showered her with gifts.”
    Most read in Football
    The pair did not mention each other in yesterday’s Instagram snaps but their Eiffel Tower pictures both featured the same bystanders.
    The source added: “Rúben and Arabella are trying to keep their relationship under wraps because it’s early days.
    “But they had the best time together in Paris and seem to be really falling for each other.”
    Arabella found fame on the fifth Love Island series in 2019.
    This summer she had a fling with Leonardo DiCaprio’s close pal, millionaire nightclub owner Richie Akiva.
    Rúben, who joined Man City from Benfica for £65million in 2020, was previously linked to dancer Ginevra Festa.
    A relationship with singer April Ivy, 24, ended in 2021.
    Portuguese media said the couple broke up because of lifestyle differences, with Rúben being “more discreet” than “exuberant” April.
    The source said of Rúben and Arabella: “He has been treating her like a queen and splashed the cash to impress her from the get-go.
    Arabella’s photo, gave fans an Eiffel of what was going on between the pair – when Ruben posted hisCredit: tiktok
    Ruben’s photo of the Eiffel Tower shows the same tourists that were in Arabella’s snapCredit: tiktok
    Arabella did not mention Ruben in yesterday’s Instagram snaps but their Eiffel Tower pictures both featured the same bystandersCredit: Getty
    “Rúben lives a very low-key life and Arabella has been enjoying how they can go on dates with no one noticing, in part because he can afford complete privacy.
    Read More on The Sun
    “Together they make a very nice couple and things have been heating up in recent weeks.
    “Arabella understands he is private and is showing him that while she is a big reality star she is a class act and won’t be plastering him all over social media.” More

  • in

    Who is Ruben Dias dating?

    PREMIER League footballer Ruben Dias has been romantically linked with a reality TV stunner.The defender and the former Love Island contestant sent tongues wagging this week following with their parallel social media activity.
    Eagle-eyed fans spotted a clue hinting Arabella and Dias were together in Paris
    Who is Ruben Dias dating?
    Suspicions Ruben Dias is involved with former Love Island star Arabella Chi have been circulating.
    Eagle-eyed fans began speculating after discovering the pair shared identical Instagram posts showing the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
    The photos were taken from the same angle and even have the same members of the public visible in them.
    Portuguese international Dias — who was photographed last year in Ibiza kissing exotic cabaret dancer Ginevra Festa following his split from pop star girlfriend ex April Ivy — is extremely protective of his private life, so the rumours have not yet been confirmed.
    READ MORE ON FOOTBALL
    The posts have now been deleted from their Instagram accounts.
    Which team does Ruben Dias play for?
    Dias plays as a centre-back for Manchester City and the Portugal national side.
    In August 2021 he sighed a new six-year contract with the Sky Blues, reportedly doubling his previous £90,000-a-week wages.
    Upon penning his new contract, Dias, 26, said: “I’m very happy to sign the new deal.
    Most read in Football
    “I have enjoyed every single minute of my time at City since joining last year.
    “Playing for City has surpassed all my expectations and it’s an absolute pleasure to be part of such an incredible squad.
    “I would also like to thank Pep and the coaching staff for the way they have helped me to develop as a player and keep pushing me to improve.
    “To be part of the squad that achieved so much last season was incredible and made us all hungry to achieve even more.
    “Now I just want to try and play my part in helping us be successful this season and beyond.”
    Who is Arabella Chi?
    Arabella Chi is a 32-year-old model and influencer from London.
    She was featured on a billboard in Oxford Street for G Star in 2018 and famously dated former Love Island contestant Charlie Frederick.
    Though she’s mostly known for her modelling and reality TV work, Arabella has also appeared in blockbuster movies such as Wonder Woman and Justice League.
    While on the set of the Justice League, she seemed to have developed a crush on actor Jason Momoa, saying: “We had to train with him. I was an Amazonian. I remember this guy bear crawling towards me and I was like ‘oh my god, he is so hot’.”
    Read More on The Sun
    Arabella, who took part in the fifth season of Love Island in 2019, split from New York businessman Richie Akiva last month.
    The reality star has built herself an impressive online following since leaving the show, amassing over a million Instagram followers. More

  • in

    Man City star linked to Love Island beauty Arabella Chi who partied with Leonardo DiCaprio after fans spot secret clue

    MANCHESTER City defender Ruben Dias is being romantically linked to former Love Island star Arabella Chi.Fans have started speculating they are seeing each other after spotting their identical Instagram posts showing the Eiffel Tower taken from the same angle.
    Ruben Dias is being romantically linked to Love Island star Arabella ChiCredit: Rex
    Fans think Arabella has been in Paris with DiasCredit: Instagram
    Eagle-eyed followers of Arabella spotted that the same people were in both her and Dias’ photos of the Eiffel TowerCredit: Instagram @arabellachi
    Dias’ photo show the same three people and looks to be taken from the same angle as Arabella’s postCredit: Instagram @rubendias
    Portuguese international Dias, snapped last year in Ibiza kissing exotic cabaret dancer Ginevra Festa following his split from pop star girlfriend ex April Ivy, is fiercely protective of his private life.
    And he was pictured alone at the glittering Ballon d’Or awards in the French capital on Monday.
    Model and social influencer Arabella, who took part in the fifth season of Love Island in 2019, split from New York businessman Richie Akiva last month.
    The reality star has built herself an impressive following online since leaving the show and has over 1MILLION Instagram followers.
    READ MORE IN FOOTBALL
    But it’s not just her following that’s impressive, but her high profile list of buddies too.
    She was recently spotted partying on the same yacht as Leonardo DiCaprio.

    Arabella and the 26-year-old footballer have not made any official comment about their relationship status since they started tongues wagging with their Instagram posts.
    The posts have now gone from their Instagram accounts but were screen grabbed by eagle-eyed fans before they disappeared.
    Most read in Football
    CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS
    But fans seem certain that the clues connect the dots to a secret relationship between the famous pair.
    Ruben Dias and his ex April Ivy last met up at the wedding of Man City midfielder Bernardo Silva and stunning model Ines Tomaz in July at a hilltop hotel and winery on a 120-hectare vineyard estate in Portugal’s Douro Valley. 
    Reports at the time their split became public in September 2021 put the break-up down to ‘lifestyle differences.’
    Now single, Dias could be putting an end to his bachelor life if the rumours about a romance with Arabella are true.
    The 32-year-old social media superstar regularly shares her glitzy lifestyle with her followers online.
    She recently wowed with photos from her summer in Ibiza.
    Dias attended the Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris alone this weekCredit: Reuters
    Arabella was snapped partying on the same yacht as Leonardo DiCaprioCredit: The Mega Agency
    She recently broke up with her boyfriend Richie AkivaCredit: The Mega Agency
    Arabella rose to fame after appearing on Love IslandCredit: Rex Features
    She now boasts an incredible 1million followers on InstagramCredit: arabellachi/Instagram
    She is also a modelCredit: Instagram More

  • in

    Fans spot awkward moment Tommy Fury leaves Cristiano Ronaldo ‘waiting for a handshake’ after posing for selfie

    TOMMY FURY turned pure “fan boy” for Cristiano Ronaldo – and was then accused of leaving the footy superstar hanging.The Love Island star’s WBC heavyweight champion older brother Tyson collides with ex-UFC title holder in a crossover boxing bout in Saudi Arabia tonight.
    Cristiano Ronaldo was mobbed by A-listers as he posed for selfies in RiyadhCredit: TNT Boxing
    Tommy Fury managed to grab himself a priceless snap with the footy starCredit: TNT Boxing
    The 35-year-old Gypsy King’s belt will not be contested but he is putting his undefeated record on the line in the much-maligned showdown.
    His Cameroon-born opponent, who left UFC last year and has now signed with fellow MMA promotion Professional Fighters League, has been trained by boxing legend “Iron” Mike Tyson for the clash in Las Vegas.
    Both stars are now in the Middle East and they came face-to-face on Thursday for what has been billed as the Battle of the Baddest.
    Icons from all over the world have flown in for the bout, with Ronaldo leading the list of big names.
    READ MORE ON SPORT
    Tommy, who is fresh off his controversial victory over YouTuber KSI a fortnight ago, has a huge fan base of his own and is followed by 5.5m on Instagram.
    But it was he who turned fan boy as he asked for a selfie with the legendary ex-Manchester United forward, who now plays in Saudi for Al-Nassr.
    Footage emerged on social media of Tommy patiently waiting for Ronaldo as he took a plethora of selfies with other guests.
    Then the big moment arrived – however some viewers believe that Tommy actually left Ronaldo hanging afterwards.
    Most read in Sport
    CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS
    After the snap was taken, the 38-year-old Portuguese ace appeared to briefly look down towards Tommy’s hand, but the boxer never responded and walked away.
    “CR7 was waiting for a handshake,” declared one fan on TikTok.
    While another added: “Wait! No handshake for the GOAT?”
    And a fellow fan commented: “Tommy Fury goes pure fan boy.”
    Meanwhile, his elder sibling Tyson went one better and sat down for a chat wit the five-time Ballon d’Or winner.
    He said to the footy icon: “Cristiano, you’re the greatest footballer that’s ever lived, and I mean that.
    “I’m a big fan, I watch all the football, I watched you when you were at United, the first time, second time, all of the Real Madrid, everything.”
    Ronaldo replied: “But you’ve never been to the stadium?”
    To which Fury responded: “I come to the stadium but I get very much tortured while I’m there, so it’s very difficult for me.”

    TYSON FURY VS FRANCIS NGANNOU: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE CROSSOVER CLASH More