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    Sunderland announce release list with 14 players leaving including Love Island legend’s husband and ex-Man Utd starlet

    CHAMPIONSHIP club Sunderland have revealed that Corry Evans and Bradley Dack will both leave next month when their contracts expire.The two stars were part of 14 players that were left off the Black Cats’ retained list.Sunderland have announced former captain Corry Evans is leaving the clubCredit: AlamyBradley Dack only signed last summer but injury restricted him to just 16 appearancesCredit: GettyDack is married to Love Island legend Olivia AttwoodCredit: InstagramEvans captained Sunderland to League One play-off glory in 2022Credit: GettyEvans, 33, and Dack, 30, both endured injury problems this season as the North East side failed to reach the play-offs.Versatile Northern Ireland international Evans, who has featured in both defence and midfield, started his career at Manchester United.After loan spells at Carlisle and Hull City, he joined the Tigers permanently in 2011. He spent two years there before Blackburn swooped to sign him and he enjoyed eight years at Ewood Park.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLEvans signed for Sunderland on a free transfer in 2021 and he captained the club as they won promotion back to the Championship via the play-offs.But the star suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury in January 2023 and only returned to training with the club in March.He managed to make three appearances in the closing stages of what turned out to be a miserable end to season for Sunderland.Meanwhile, Dack only arrived at the Stadium of Light on a free from Blackburn Rovers last summer.Most read in ChampionshipBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBut he has suffered a number of injury issues that have restricted him to just one goal in 16 appearances.The attacker was a fans’ favourite at Ewood Park, playing 173 times for Rovers over six years.Most dramatic Premier League’s final daysThe ex-Gillingham ace also hit the headlines when it emerged that he was dating former Love Island star Olivia Attwood.They had actually been introduced by mutual friends at a swanky London nightclub before she entered the villa, with the pair getting engaged in 2019.Dack finally tied the knot with Olivia following a series of Covid-related delays in a stunning ceremony last year after his switch to Sunderland.Sunderland have also released Jack Diamond, 24, with the club opting not to trigger a one-year extension following a loan spell at Carlisle United.Fellow academy graduate Ellis Taylor, 21, is also departing.Loanees Mason Burstow and Callum Styles have returned to their parent clubs, Chelsea and Barnsley.England’s new Euros WagsENGLAND football stars will be hoping their other halves will bring them good luck in Germany this summer and SunSport runs down the new faces to expect to see.
    Erica Correa: We exclusively revealed Man Utd star Marcus Rashford has been growing close to the Colombia-born model.
    Laura Celia Valk: The Dutch stunner is rumoured to be dating Jude Bellginham and staying in his Madrid mansion.
    Ellie Alderson: The interior designer is with Ollie Watkins, who will be hoping for a place on the plane after missing the last Euros and World Cup.
    Dani Dyer: The actor and reality TV star is going out with Jarrod Bowen, who is in fine form and in line for a Euros call up.
    Annie Keating: Girlfriend to Anthony Gordon, who is vying for a place in England’s competitive frontline.
    Iris Law: The model and daughter to actor Jude sparked romance rumours with Trent Alexander-Arnold after they were spotted together.

    And Ben Creamer, Callum Wilson, Connor Pye, Daniel Obolo, Harry Gardiner, Jayden Sekete, Joe Ryder, Kailem Beattie, Michael Spellman and Thomas Chiabi will depart the academy.Having led the club to the Championship play-offs the previous season, Tony Mowbray was surprisingly sacked in December with the club ninth in the table.He was replaced by Michael Beale – but after six defeats in his opening 12 games, including a 3-0 home FA Cup loss to rivals Newcastle United, he was also axed in February.READ MORE SUN STORIESThat led to popular coach Mike Dodds being placed in interim charge for the remainder of the campaign, where Sunderland ended up finishing a disappointing 16th.Will Still and Sheffield Wednesday’s Danny Rohl are two of the names being linked with becoming a permanent successor.Who are these famous footballers? More

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    Tommy Fury in shock new career change as Love Island star and boxer ‘achieves massive goal’

    TOMMY FURY has revealed his latest career move into acting and described it as “a massive goal” achieved. Fury, the younger brother of heavyweight champion Tyson, is 10-0 as an undefeated boxer. Tommy Fury has revealed his latest career move into actingCredit: SplashBut he also shot to mainstream fame on the 2019 series of Love Island, where he met fiance Molly-Mae Hague. Fury – who shares one-year-old daughter Bambi with Molly-Mae – has spoken about how he plans to go into acting after retiring. But according to Variety, he has got a head start after landing a role in an upcoming comedy movie called “The Debt Inherited”. It will co-star Leo Gregory – who played Bovver in Green Street – and Peaky Blinders’ Paul Anderson. READ MORE IN BOXINGThe black comedy crime film tells the story of Colin and Stanley, two good-for-nothing brothers who are faced with the repayment of their dead dad’s debt to a notorious loan shark called Maggie. They become unwittingly involved in a criminal underworld and entangled in a web of blackmail and deceit. Fury is to play Johnny – a no-nonsense henchman to Maggie – but the lead roles of Colin and Stanley are yet to be cast. Anderson portrays Terry, a womanising alcoholic who employs the brothers to stop his work colleague Dirk, played by Gregory, from exposing him to his wife as a cheat. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFury, 25, enjoyed the best year of his boxing career last year by beating YouTube’s biggest boxing stars in Jake Paul and KSI. But he was forced to undergo hand surgery after his controversial win over KSI, 30, in October. Tommy Fury reveals huge new career as fiancee Molly-Mae says she’s ‘so proud’And he has since called out Paul, 27, to a rematch after handing the American and KSI their first and so far only boxing defeats. More

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    Arsenal ace Declan Rice’s girlfriend Lauren Fryer deletes all Insta pics after bullying as Love Island star defends her

    DECLAN RICE’S girlfriend Lauren Fryer has deleted all of her Instagram pictures after bullying from vicious online trolls.The 25-year-old has been with Rice, also 25, for eight years, with the couple having a son together.Declan Rice has been with girlfriend Lauren for eight yearsCredit: Instagram @laurenfryer_The happy couple have a son together named JudeCredit: Instagram @laurenfryer_Former Love Island star Liberty Poole has defended LaurenCredit: InstagramIn recent months, Lauren has had to put up with disgusting messages from vile trolls on social media.The taunting appeared to begin in December, when Rice was told that he “could do better”.Lauren has now wiped her Instagram account, which has more than 70,000 followers.Since taking down her pictures, Lauren has received support from former Love Island star Liberty Poole.READ MORE ON ARSENALThe 24-year-old, who starred in the 2022 series of the show, wrote on Instagram: “I think she’s beautiful this is crazy.”What happened to celebrating different body types and embracing how we are all individually made.”Beauty standards these days are unrealistic and everyone’s gone mad because of social media.”I’m going to keep preaching about it till I die. Time for change, this can’t continue.”Most read in FootballRelationship timelineRice and Lauren have been together for eight years

    2016 – Rice and childhood sweetheart Lauren get together as teenagers
    May, 2017 – Rice makes his West Ham debut in a clash with Burnley
    March, 2019 – The Hammers ace makes his England debut after switching allegiances from the Republic of Ireland
    August, 2022 – Rice confirms the birth of his son, Jude
    November, 2022 – Lauren heads to Qatar to support her man at the World Cup
    July, 2023 – Rice leaves West Ham to join Arsenal, with Lauren regularly supporting him at games at the Emirates
    April, 2024 – Lauren wipes her Instagram account after vile bullying by trolls

    Having been together for eight years, Rice and Lauren also have a child together – one-year-old son Jude.The Arsenal star appeared to confirm his son’s birth in August 2022 after revealing a new tattoo.The Tap In: ‘Declan Rice should captain England – NOT Harry Kane’ ft. Matt Jarvis Rice’s ink seemingly confirmed Jude’s birthday to be August 7, 2022.Lauren is Rice’s biggest supporter and can regularly be found cheering him on at games.She has been in attendance at the Emirates this season, following her man’s switch from West Ham to Arsenal.While she was also in Qatar with baby Jude to cheer on Rice at the 2022 World Cup.Lauren was in attendance at the 2022 World Cup in QatarCredit: Dan Charity More

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    Laura Woods stuns as she shows off toned abs in purple dress and cosies up to Love Island star boyfriend Adam Collard

    LAURA WOODS has shocked fans with an incredible omission from a sweet selection of pictured she labelled “Things I love”.The Arsenal supporter caused less of a surprise by going heavy on romantic shots with Love island star boyfriend Adam Collard.Laura Woods featured Adam Collard in things she lovesCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyThis lilac dress showed the broadcaster’s toned figureCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyLaura takes the lead online with a 754k Instagram followingCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyThe couple could not look more blissful than hereCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyBut her social media followers reacted with amazement at the lack of any Gunners’ images.And when put on the spot over fitness coach Collard, the TNT Sports presenter again staggered Arsenal fans.One of Laura’s 754,000 Instagram followers asked: “Is he a Gooner? That’s the main question.”The broadcaster confessed: “He is not” – followed by a crying-with-laughter emoji.READ MORE TOP STORIESAnother Woodsy admirer then chipped in to clarify what Collard is.”He’s a jammy git,” the jealous fan joked.Woods, 36, posted cosy photos with 28-year-old Collard, including one with her arm around him as they shared a drink.Other pics showed the couple appearing to be in total bliss on a paddleboard.Most read in FootballThere were also holiday clips, plus a shot of a topless Collard in a stream.Laura added snaps of what admirers called her “so cute” pet dog – with a rear-view image of her running alongside it on a beach.Laura Woods asks ‘did I get pied there?’ in awkward moment during interview with Wolves boss Gary O’NeilPhotos of Woodsy in a lilac dress, showing off much of her toned midriff, provided glamour.BBC presenter Alex Scott posted: “Things I love to see…. Woodsy happy.”To which Laura replied: “Ditto.”And when Gunners’ legend Ian Wright welcomed her pics with a heart emoji she fired back: “Love ya Wrighty.”But maybe the ex-striker’s intervention was one reason many fans couldn’t get over the absence of her favourite team from her pics.”Poor Arsenal didn’t get a mention,” said one.”Where’s Arsenal?” asked another, and a third noted: “Not one picture of Arsenal”.Nothing beats messing about on boats – or boardsCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyFans really digged snaps of Laura and her petCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyCosy and dozy, Laura’s dog rivalled her for popularityCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyWoodsy’s dog also won admiration for cutenessCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyFitness coach Collard was snapped at his most ruggedCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy More

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    Inside Jack Fincham’s stunning THREE STONE body transformation as Love Island star reveals healthy boxing diet

    JACK FINCHAM has shed a stunning THREE STONE after ditching junk food for a healthy boxing diet. The 2018 Love Island winner returns to the ring on Friday in Dubai against trader and martial artist Ahmed Mousa at Crypto Fight Night. Jack Fincham has lost a stunning three stone ahead of his boxing returnCredit: @cryptofightweekFincham returns to the boxing ring in DubaiCredit: @cryptofightweekThe Love Islander ditched junk food for a healthy boxing dietFincham has whipped himself into sensational shape for the bout with the help of nutritionist David Stache. He told SunSport: “My Uber Eats account, I must’ve spent all my money on it!”I was eating anything and everything, even when I wasn’t hungry just eating out of boredom sometimes. “Obviously working and being around mates that don’t eat how I eat now.READ MORE IN BOXING”My nutritionist now is David Stache and he’s worked with 20+ world champions so you ain’t getting better than that.”The pair met through Anthony Joshua’s coach Ben Davison – who Fincham trained with in the past. And Stache has Fincham on a diet of four eggs in the morning, chicken and salmon for lunch and a steak dinner. And when all is said and done the reality TV star is looking at the equivalent of a three stone weight loss. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFincham said: “I would’ve lost nearly 20kilos. “It’s hard work, hard work and applying yourself and dedication and consistency. No like, ‘Oh, I could just do this today.'”It’s hard work and consistency, always.”Fincham, 31, boxed as an amateur before walking away from the sport as a teenager to enjoy a party lifestyle. But after returning for an exhibition on Floyd Mayweather’s undercard in November 2022, he is ready to give it his all in boxing. Fincham said: “I’m 31 now, I’m in my last roll of the dice in boxing. “So I’m giving my all this year, I’m going to fight a few times this year and probably for the next couple of years.”I’m going to make this a massive, huge part of my life and keep it going, see how far I can take it.”Fincham has a wishlist of opponents, including Geordie Shore’s Aaron Chalmers and pro boxers-turned Love Island pair Tommy Fury and Idris Virgo. He said: “I know the route I wanna go. I do wanna fight Aaron Chalmers, me and Aaron are friends.”Idris Virgo keeps calling me out but look, I’m not ready for him yet he’s a great pro and I’d never sit here and slag him off.”But Aaron Chalmers, I’m hoping for early next year and Tommy Fury, maybe in the next couple of years.”And for me, I think they are very beatable.”Joey Essex – famed for his run on The Only Way is Essex – is also teasing a boxing debut. And despite being the nephew to esteemed British trainer Tony Sims, Fincham warned his friend of ever fighting him. He said: “Listen, I’ve seen little bits of Joey Essex. If he ever wants to do it I’d beat him without a shadow of a doubt, hands down.”Look, Joey’s got a boxing family but he’s never had a fight. He might have had a couple of amateurs, a couple of spars.READ MORE SUN STORIES”But there’d be no point in fighting me. And, by the way, me and Joey are friends, I love Joey, but boxing-wise it would be a pointless fight, I’d beat him.”
    Crypto Fight Night 4 takes place on 19th April at Al Habtoor City, Dubai and will be streaming live on Triller TV and Myco More

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    Laura Woods cosies up to Love Island star boyfriend Adam Collard as pair look loved-up on a paddleboard

    LAURA WOODS and Adam Collard looked loved-up in their latest date snaps.The couple enjoyed a day on a lake as they soaked up the sun on a paddleboard.Laura Woods cosied up to Adam Collard as they relaxed on a paddleboardCredit: instagramThe couple looked loved-up as they enjoyed a day date on a lakeCredit: instagramCollard showed off snaps of himself and Woods on the water in a photo dump on Instagram.In the pictures, Woods cosied up to her partner as she laid between his legs.She also clutched a drink whilst turning to the camera, with both her and Collard smiling in the loved-up snap.Collard captioned the post: “More life. Still chasin’ it…”READ MORE ON LAURA WOODSMeanwhile, the TNT Sports host showed her support in the comments with three loved-up emojis.The couple were first linked to each other in September after The Sun revealed they had been on a string of dates.Collard previously revealed he had initially sent Woods a DM but nothing happened at first.They have since shared plenty of relationship updates on social media with holiday snaps and date night pictures.Most read in FootballWoods left a series of loved-up emojis underneath her partner’s postCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyThe pair regularly share romantic snaps from their holidays and datesCredit: Instagram / @adamcollardThe fitness coach has twice appeared on Love Island in 2018 and 2022.He is now planning for a life with Woods, revealing: “I’m protective, whether it’s Laura, or my family, my friends. I want to get married.Laura Woods straddles Adam Collard on romantic ski holiday after suffering ‘near-death experiences'”I want to have kids as well. I’ve always thought, what type of person will I be? How can I protect my kids?”The 28-year-old has also said he is not concerned by his eight-year age gap with Woods, 36.Collard explained: “We are not necessarily the average everyday couple.”We’re both doing a lot and I think that I’ve always been beyond my years anyway, I think it’s probably exactly everything that I’ve needed for a long time.”Woods and Collard were first linked to each other in September after a string of datesCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyThe Love Island star has since revealed his plans for a life with WoodsCredit: laurawoodsy/Instagram.. More

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    I’m a former EFL star who retired at 25 to make my way in TV – I’ve produced Love Island and dated Holly Valance

    FORMER Brighton forward Jonny Dixon has gone on to produce Love Island and date actress and singer Holly Valance.The Spanish-born attacker retired from football at the age of 25 as he sought out his dream career in the entertainment industry.Jonny Dixon retired from football at the age of just 25Credit: GettyHe played for Wycombe, Aldershot, Brighton, Grays and EastleighCredit: PADixon reportedly dated Australian actress and singer Holly ValanceCredit: GettyIt was a shock decision which came just one year after he joined Brighton from Aldershot for £55,000 in 2008.But he quickly began to make a name for himself in Hollywood.And in August 2009 he was spotted in Los Angeles with Australian actress and singer Valance, 40.While their reported romance did not last long, Dixon’s career in TV and film was only just beginning.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAlongside running a music management business, which he had kept going since 19 when he was still playing football, he has gone on to produce a host of well-known shows.They include Come Dine with Me, Jodie Marsh on Mail Order Brides, Sun, Sex and Suspicious Parents, Don’t Tell the Bride and The Valleys.But perhaps the most successful programme he has been a part of was the third series of Love Island.Dixon worked behind the scenes for the edition which earned 2.52million viewers per episode.Most read in EFLCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThat was an increase of more than one million from series two.And in 2019 he revealed why he ditched football for the entertainment business.Football icons’ strange hobbiesHe told Football365: “It came to a point at Brighton where it just felt like I wasn’t happy in what I was doing, I wasn’t really given a chance by the manager at the time and it just felt like there was something else for me.”I didn’t know what it would be but I knew I wasn’t happy and when you’re not happy doing what you do then you’re not happy with life, whatever job you do.”So for me, I decided it was time to move on and try to do something else.” More

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    Love Island’s Kendall Rae Knight shares ‘happiest moment’ as she takes new baby to watch Championship star dad win

    LOVE Island star Kendall Rae Knight has shared her “happiest moment” after taking her baby boy to watch his Championship star dad.Knight’s partner, Preston North End full-back Andrew Hughes, starred in their 3-0 victory against Rotherham on Friday.Kendall Rae Knight has shared her ‘happiest moment’ as she takes her baby to watch dad Andrew Hughes playCredit: Instagram kendallraeknightThe Love Island star watched her partner Preston North End star win 3-0 against RotherhamCredit: Instagram kendallraeknightHughes signed for the Championship side back in 2018Credit: RexJust over three weeks ago Knight gave birth to a baby boy Cooper Cole Hughes.And yesterday the 32-year-old took her son to Deepdale to watch Hughes play in the Championship clash.The reality star shared a series of wholesome posts on her Instagram story.One pic was captioned: “One of my happiest moments, taking my baby boy to support his dad.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhile a video of Knight holding her baby boy said: “We’re so proud of you always Andrew.”Preston North End went on to thrash Rotherham after Duane Holmes opener and Emil Riis double strike.The Lilywhites are now eighth in the Championship and just five points behind a play-off spot.Hughes started his career at Newport County and made his senior debut at 16-years-old. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERAfter spending six seasons at the Welsh side and making over 160 appearances to full-back headed to League One side Peterborough. And after two seasons he then made a move to Preston in 2018 for an undisclosed fee.Glam footballer who quit to take up shock role in WWE makes in-ring debut… and uses overhead kick finishing moveMeanwhile in 2018 Kendall appeared on Love Island after having her heart broken by ex-fiance Michael Clark, who broke up with her just three months after proposing.She left Love Island single but her wishes came true one year later when she met Welsh hunk Andrew.Knight met Welshman Hughes in 2019Credit: Instagram kendallraeknight More