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    From Georgina Rodriguez’s astonishing Insta payday to ‘Serbia’s Posh and Becks’… Euro 2024 Wags rich list revealed

    EUROPE’S top footballers earn millions of pounds each year for their talents on the pitch.But some of their wives and girlfriends have mega-bucks earning power in their own rights.Georgina Rodriguez is the ultimate WAG when it comes to earnings on InstagramCredit: instagram/@georginagioShe is engaged to Portuguese superstar Cristiano RonaldoCredit: instagram/@georginagioWhile Dani Dyer topped the England squad’s WAGs rich list, there are many other models and social media influencers who’ve been cheering from the sidelines throughout the Euros 2024.From sports stars to TV presenters – and even an architect and a tattoo artist – they could cash in even more on Instagram thanks to their millions of followers.Georgina Rodriguez – £150k per postThe rockstar of WAGs, Georgina Rodriguez, 30, has amassed more followers than any other wife or girlfriend – 60 million, to be precise.Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo’s girlfriend has had her wealth bumped up by Netflix documentary I Am Georgina, as well as ad campaigns for Prada, Gucci, and Chanel.READ MORE EURO FEATURES Admirably, Georgina is also an ambassador for the Save the Children organisation. Her huge social media following means she can afford to be picky about what she promotes and could earn a cool £150,000 per post.On Instagram, she gives fans a glimpse of her incredible life. She posts snaps of her children and her beau. Georgina also shows herself on private jets, luxurious holidays, and impeccable fashion sense. Most read in Euro 2024Her man, Cristiano also has a huge following on the platform. He is currently the most followed person on Instagram, with 632million, more than the likes of Beyonce and Kim Kardashian. Stunning England wags watch on as England face Denmark at Euro 2024Anna Lewandowska – £140k per postAnna Lewandowski is as accomplished as her husband and comes second on the listCredit: instagram.com/annalewandowskaThe pair are thought to be worth £100million togetherCredit: INSTAGRAM @_RL9 @annalewandowskaPoland striker Robert Lewandowski’s wife, Anna Lewandowska, won World and European championship medals in karate before retiring and building a multi-million-pound health and fitness empire.Anna, 35, is known as the face of fitness in her native Poland and is one of the country’s wealthiest women.It is estimated that, between them, Anna and Robert are worth a staggering £100 million.Anna has 5.6 million followers on Instagram, where she often posts a mixture of fitness, yoga and green juices, along with cute snaps of their daughters, Klara, seven, and Laura, four. Her social media earning power is estimated at around £140,000 per post.Dani Dyer – £9k per postDani Dyer can earn £9,000 per sponsored post on InstagramCredit: InstagramShe has been married to England’s Jarrod Bowen since 2021Credit: Instagram/danidyerxxOne of the most popular Love Island stars of all time, Dani Dyer, 27, is estimated to be worth more than £4 million in her own right. Since her triumphant win with ex-boyfriend Jack Fincham in 2018, Dani has amassed a whopping 3.7 million followers on Instagram. TV personality Dani, the daughter of former EastEnders star Danny Dyer, married West Ham and England footballer Jarrod Bowen in 2021. Fans love Dani’s bubbly personality, down-to-earth attitude and humour and it is estimated Dani could earn up to £9,000 per post.Alice Campello Morata – £8k per postAlice is an entrepreneur in her own right and owns successful businessesShe is married to Spain’s captain, Alvaro MorataCredit: AFP or licensorsSpain captain Alvaro Morata’s wife, Alice Campello, is a superstar in her own right.The mum of four is a model and entrepreneur, running her own fashion label and cruelty-free beauty line.Her Instagram page combines model poses and cute, wholesome family shots.It obviously caught Morata’s eyes in the early days, as she revealed they met after he slid into her DMs.Now, 29-year-old Alice’s beauty and business brain could see her earning a tidy £8,000 per post.Zoe Cristofoli – £2.7k per postZoe is often seen on Instagram showing off her vast collection of tattoosCredit: Instagram @zoe_cristofoliShe shares one son with France’s Theo HernandezCredit: SplashTattoo lover Zoe Cristofoli, 28, is the girlfriend of French star Theo Hernandez, playing for France in the Euros.Model Zoe and the defender share a son called TJ. The stunner loves ink and often showcases the hundreds of tattoos covering around 60 percent of her body on her Instagram page.She also co-owns a tattoo parlour called Ink Studio Lagrange in Turin.Rose Bertram – £2.4k per postRose Bertram has been linked to French superstar Kylian MbappeCredit: SplashShe has modelled for countless brands and even appeared on the cover of VogueCredit: SplashBelgian model and influencer Rose Bertram is rumoured to be dating France captain Kylian Mbappe.The stunning blonde was signed to a modelling agency at the age of just 13. Now aged 29, she has appeared on the front cover of fashion bible, Vogue.And, with over a million followers on Instagram, her growing presence could see her rake in over £2,400 per post.Sara Gundogan – £3k per postSara is a successful TV presenter in her own rightCredit: Social media – Refer to sourceShe is married to Germany’s captain Ilkay GundoganCredit: ReutersModel and TV presenter Sara Gundogan is married to German captain Ilkay Gundogan.The former Manchester City star’s wife put her own TV career on the back burner when she married Gundogan in 2021.But the 28-year-old is now looking to rebuild it, having starred in Prime Video’s series Married To The Game, which followed the lives of five football WAGS.On the show, Sara – who has a one-year-old son with Gundogan – sparked fury when she called the restaurant scene in Manchester “horrible”.But she has since revealed she misses the rainy city since his transfer to Barcelona.In part, thanks to her new TV career, it’s estimated Sara could command around £3000 per Instagram post.Iris Law – £2.8k per postIris Law is the child of actors Jude Law and Sadie FrostCredit: GettyShe is said to be in the early stages of a relationship with Trent Alexander-ArnoldCredit: Guess JeansIris Law has always been used to life in the spotlight as the daughter of actors Jude Law and Sadie Frost.The striking beauty has carved out a modelling career of her own starring in campaigns for Dior, Burberry and Stella McCartney. And the 23-year-old is now rumoured to be in the early stages of a romance with England and Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold, 25.Iris and the player were spotted on a romantic date in Monaco.With her family background and burgeoning career, stunning Iris can already command around £2800 per post.Vlada Zinchenko – £2.6k per postVlada is a TV presenter who regularly reports on sportsCredit: Instagram / @v.lada_sedanShe is married to Ukraine’s Oleksandr Zinchenko and has two kids with himCredit: InstagramStunning Vlada Zinchenko was already a successful sports journalist in their native Ukraine when she met Ukraine’s Oleksandr Zinchenko.The Ukraine footballer famously admitted to proposing to her at home in his boxer shorts at 4am, but, despite that, she said yes, and the couple married in 2020.The couple have two children together.But 28-year-old Vlada is one WAG who won’t be watching from the stands, as she’s reporting on the football for Ukrainian TV.Her Instagram earning power could be as much as £2600 per post.Dani ter Stegen – £2.2k per postDani ter Stegen can charge over £2,200 each time she posts an advert on InstagramCredit: InstagramDani has two kids with German goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter StegenCredit: InstagramDani ter Stegen, married to German goalie Marc-Andre ter Stegen, has brains and beauty and is a qualified architect.Canny Dani managed to juggle her architecture studies with a burgeoning career as a model and social media influencer so has amassed almost 600,000 followers.The couple, who are based in Barcelona, also have two young children meaning Dani is a very busy woman. But she could capitalise on her social media presence to the tune of £2,250 per post.Laura Celia Valk – £2k per postLaura Celia Valk is said to be dating England’s Jude BellinghamCredit: InstagramGorgeous Dutch model, Laura Celia Valk is rumoured to be dating England’s wonder kid Jude Bellingham.She has worked for a string of popular brands, including PrettyLittleThing, and regularly shares snaps of her stays in luxury hotels around Europe. Her earning power online could be around £2000 per post.Sophia Weber – £1.5k per postSophia Weber has 430,000 followers on Instagram and can make £1,500 on InstagramCredit: Instagram @sophiaaemeliaSophia Weber and Kai Harvetz are childhood sweetheartsSophia Weber and Germany footballer Kai Havertz are childhood sweethearts. They grew up in the same neighbourhood and officially started dating in 2018.The couple avoid a flashy lifestyle, with Sophia making sure her football star boyfriend keeps his feet on the ground by helping to load the dishwasher and do household chores when he is at home.But down-to-earth Sophia has also carved out an impressive career for herself as a model and social media influencer who has amassed 430,000 followers on Instagram.Lisa Muller – £800 per post Lisa Muller is married to Germany’s Thomas MullerCredit: InstagramLisa Muller, 34, and Germany striker Thomas Muller were born just days apart in Weinheim, Germany and first started dating in 2007 before tying the knot two years later.As Thomas flourished at Bayern Munich, Lisa’s passion for horses saw her build her own sporting career as a professional dressage rider and horse trainer.The couple own their own stables and Thomas’ favourite horse is said to be called Dave.Her 220,000 Instagram followers could see her earn around £800 per post.Ines Degener Tomaz – £800 per post Ignez Degener Tomaz can ask for £800 each time she posts an advert on InstagramCredit: InstagramShe has been married to Portugal’s Bernardo Silva since last yearCredit: InstagramModel Ines Degener Tomaz and Bernardo Silva married last year in their native Portugal.The stunning mum of one regularly posts snaps of herself following her beau’s career worldwide and cute pictures of their daughter. The 25-year-old could earn up to £800 per post, thanks to her 207,000 followers on Instagram.Daniela Machado – £500 per postDaniela Machado is still building her online following but can make £500 per postCredit: Instagram @danielalexmachadoShe has been engaged to Joao Cancelo since 2021Credit: ReutersDaniela Machado and Portuguese star Joao Cancelo are childhood sweethearts who have been engaged since 2021.The couple have one daughter Alicia and Daniela is currently expecting their second child, posting cute pregnancy photos on Instagram. She is still building a following online but could earn around £500 per postDjina Petrovic – £220 per post Djina is a former Miss Serbia and also runs her own beauty labelCredit: InstagramDjorde Petrovic and Djina have been called the Posh and Becks of SerbiaCredit: Instagram – djinapetrovicSerbian ace Djordje Petrovic and his model girlfriend are one of their country’s hottest young couples and are known as its ‘Posh & Becks”. Brunette stunner Djina Petrovic is Miss Serbia and a former Miss Earth contestant.READ MORE SUN STORIESShe also runs her own fashion label.She is expecting the couple’s first child which she announced earlier this year in an adorable Instagram post, and could soon see her potential earnings rise from £220 per post. More

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    Cash in on Euro 2024 by selling old football souvenirs that could be worth hundreds of pounds

    SCOUR your attic for old football items and you could score some cash.The global market for sports memorabilia is worth £21billion a year, and with the Euros in progress in Germany, now is a great time to sell your soccer collectibles.Getting your hands on a genuine match worn shirt can be big businessCredit: AFPA signed Manchester United shirt worn by David Beckham recently sold for £4,995Credit: Here, Jane Hamilton brings you some of the top items that could net you a nice little windfall.Match worn shirtsTOPS worn by leading players can be worth up to £5,000 – but you will need to prove the item is genuine.Auction houses have rigorous verification processes, so gather proof such as photos of the game with the shirt’s identifying marks clearly shown.A David Beckham No 7 Man Utd shirt recently sold for £4,995.READ MORE EURO 2024Stickers and cardsA Pele football card once sold for £1 millionCredit: 2020 Heritage AuctionsTHIS is the most popular form of footie merchandise, so there is a huge market.But prices can fluctuate wildly, according to demand and the item’s condition.The most expensive card ever sold is the 1958 Alifabolaget Pele Rookie #635, which fetched more than £1million at auction in February 2022.Completed tournament sticker books are highly sought-after.Most read in FootballYou can check prices on get-collectables. co.uk.Programmes and ticketsA match programme from the 1966 World Cup final sold for £169.99Credit: PROGRAMMES from before the Sixties are the most pricey, with some in good condition fetching thousands of pounds.Fraser Forster reveals the one piece of rare Celtic memorabilia he will never sell Ticket stubs and programmes from modern games are worth less.Find out what yours could sell for at oldfootball programmes.co.uk.An original 1966 World Cup Final England vs West Germany programme sold for £169.99.Team scarvesEven old scarves can fetch a price, one recently sold for £299Credit: WHILE not as valuable as shirts, old supporter scarves can sell for three to four times their original value. Try eBay as a good way to sell. A Leeds United 1974 League Champions scarf is on sale on there for £299.Replica shirtsClassic replica shirts can still sell for hundredsCredit: RETRO replica kits from the ’80s and ’90s are making a comeback, so prices are rising too.Look at classicfootballshirts.com for an idea of value and then you can sell to them too. A 1988 Netherlands home kit recently sold for £310 on the site.Rare footie bootsA rare set of football boots can sell for thousandsCredit: bootsfinderUNWORN retro footie boots can go for £1,500 – and more. Adidas Predator Accelerators and Nike Mercurial Superfly VI Elite are among the most wanted.READ MORE SUN STORIESLook on bootsfinder.co.uk. Only 100 pairs of mango Nike Mercurial Vapor IX CR SE FG were ever made.And a pair recently sold for £5,000. More

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    Ultimate Euro 2024 rich list reveals England’s top earners & how Ronaldo’s salary is EIGHT times higher than Mbappe’s

    EURO 2024 will see some of the world’s finest talents clash on the pitch – but who comes out top dog away from it?With staggering salaries and lucrative endorsement deals worth millions, players like Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappe could retire now and never have to work again.Cristiano Ronaldo tops the rich list of players taking part in the Euros this yearCredit: @cristianoRonaldo on holiday with his fiancee Georgina Rodriguez and their childrenCredit: Instagram/@cristianoRonaldo is the richest footballer playing in the Euros this yearCredit: Instagram / @cristianoEven the likes of England superstar Jude Bellingham, who is just 20 years old, is already worth a not-so-small fortune thanks to commercial tie-ups, including an eye-catching deal with Kim Kardashian’s Skims.Ahead of the first game of the tournament kicking off tonight, here we reveal the ultimate Euro 2024 rich list.Cristiano Ronaldo £471mPortugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo, 39, will play his sixth European Championship when his team faces Czech Republic on Tuesday. It is believed this could be his last Euro games. In 2020, he became the first active team sport athlete to surpass $1billion in career earnings – and two years later, he signed a two-and-a-half year deal with Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr.READ MORE ON SPORTAccording to Forbes, he is paid around £164million by the club for his on-field duties.Ronaldo has raked over £47million in endorsement deals with brands such as Nike, Unilever, and Herbalife.The star also has an incredible property portfolio.Among the impressive homes owned by Ronaldo and his fiancée Georgina Rodriguez are a £5.5million house in Lisbon, a £1.5million flat, and a £2.5million mansion overlooking the River Cavado.Most read in Euro 2024Kylian Mbappe – £141mAfter making his debut for the French national team in 2017, Kylian Mbappe has risen to become one of the most exciting players in the world. With a £141million net worth, he is the second richest player in the tournament this year. At just 25, he has lifted some of the biggest trophies, including the World Cup in 2018.England fans’ must watch guide to Gelsenkirchen ahead of Three Lions’ Euro 2024 clash vs SerbiaAt just 25, Kylian Mbappe is one of the richest athletes in the worldCredit: GettyThe star often posts snaps of his lifestyle on social mediaCredit: Instagram / @k.mbappeHis salary is pegged at a whopping £21million-a-year – which equates to £404,000-a-week.However, that marks a drastic pay CUT compared to the previous two-year deal he was on at PSG, which netted him a staggering £5.1million per week.And it works out at about an eighth of Ronaldo’s!Mbappe has also signed lucrative deals with Hublot, Louis Vuitton, Oakley, and Hennessey. According to Forbes, his endorsement deals fetch him £15.7million alone.Earlier this month, it was reported that he had purchased a £15million mega mansion in Spain after finalising his move to Real Madrid. Harry Kane – £72mEngland’s Harry Kane is the third richest player in the tournament this yearCredit: GettyHe has an impressive £13million property portfolioHarry Kane, England’s top goal scorer of all time, saw his net worth shoot up by £24million to £72million in just a year.That figure will continue to rise since. In 2023, he signed a lucrative deal to move to Bayern Munich that pays £21.5million per year.His £100million transfer was said to have come with a £30million signing fee.Kane’s skills have also netted him an endorsement deal with Amazon and a partnership with Sketchers that is said to be worth £2million.He has also invested in properties with a portfolio that stands at an eye-watering £13million. Despite this, it’s been reported that Harry lives in a £1million-per-year rented mansion with wife Katie and their three kids.Antoine Griezmann – £71mAntoine Griezmann has a peak base salary of £21millionCredit: AFPHe lives in a modern home with his wife and kids worth £5millionCredit: INSTAGRAM/EriKA ChoperenaFrance’s Antoine Griezman, 33, has a reported net worth of £71million.His £21million peak base salary made him one of the ten highest-paid football players in recent years. Away from the pitch, he earns over £4.7million in endorsement deals with brands such as Puma, Gillette, and Head and Shoulders.Fans have seen glimpses of the Atletico Madrid player’s elegant modern home, which is said to have cost over £5million. Robert Lewandowski – £67mRobert Lewandowski is one of the best strikers of all timeCredit: Instagram @_rl9He owns a deluxe £7million apartment in Warsaw with his wifeCredit: INSTAGRAM @_RL9 @annalewandowskaPoland’s Robert Lewandowski’s impressive skills on the pitch saw him crowned the best player by FIFA and UEFA in 2020. According to Celebrity Net Worth, his salary in 2020 was £23.5million, which made him one of the highest-paid football players in the world.The Barcelona player has often been named one of the best strikers of all time and has many sponsorship deals to his name. In 2016, it was reported that he spent £7million on a deluxe apartment in Warsaw, his home city. Kevin De Bruyne – £56mKevin De Bruyne’s career has netted him a £56million fortuneCredit: GettyHe owns properties in Cheshire and BelgiumCredit: INSTAGRAMKevin De Bruyne has been one of Belgium’s most trusted aces for many years. The Manchester City player’s stunning career has earned him a £56million net worth. Regarded as one of the greatest of his generation, the 33-year-old’s base salary is £15.7million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.His huge popularity has been a hit with brands – he has partnered with Nike, McDonald’s, and Emirates. Like many on this list, he enjoys the finer things in life. He owns properties in Cheshire and a villa in Belgium, his home country, equipped with a jacuzzi, swimming pool, and a basketball court.Romelu Lukaku – £50mRomelu Lukaku is one of Chelsea’s most expensive signings of all timeCredit: GettyBelgium striker Romelu Lukaku is believed to be worth a staggering £50million.With an impressive resume that includes stints with Manchester United, Inter Milan, and Chelsea, it is no surprise that he is one of the most in-demand players in the world. In 2021, his return to Chelsea made him the seventh-most-expensive player in a club-record transfer worth £97.5million. After one season, he was sent out on loan to Roma and forced to take a pay cut. According to Football Transfers, he now earns an annual salary of £6.3million. Luka Modric – £58.9mCroatia’s Luka Modric recently splashed £10m on a mansionCredit: GettyThe footballer with wife Vanja Bosnic, who secured a monumental deal that took him to Real Madrid in 2012Credit: Instagram @lukamodric10Croatian captain Luka Modric is best known for his long tenure as a midfielder for Real Madrid.Regarded as one of the greatest players in the world, he has amassed a fortune of £58.9million.While his annual salary with the La Liga team has not been made public, it has been estimated to be around £7.8million.Last year, it was reported that he had forked out £10.1million on a new home in Madrid.It has a huge parlour, nine bedrooms, a swimming pool, and a gym. He lives there with his wife, Vanja, and their three kids.Thomas Muller – £45millionHarry Kane’s Bayern teammate reportedly earns £345,000 a weekCredit: ReutersThe Geman icon with wife Lisa, who he married in 2009Credit: Instagram @esmuellertGerman icon Thomas Muller, 34, has made around £45million throughout his career.Very few can match his trophy hauls, which include the Bundesliga, Champions League, and the World Cup.He is said to be making £18million a year and £345,000 a week.This makes him one of the highest-paid footballers at Bayern Munich, where he has been since 2008.He lives in Munich in a villa with his wife, Lisa, which was burgled while he played football in 2022.Jude Bellingham – £40mAt just 20, Jude Bellingham has made £40million in his careerCredit: GettyHe’s recently been unveiled as the new face for Kim Kardashian’s fashion brand SKIMSCredit: SKIMSEngland and Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham is worth £40million, thanks partly to his £103million deal transfer to Real Madrid last year. This equates to a yearly salary of £11.6million a year and weekly wages of £200,000.The 20-year-old has a growing endorsement portfolio, which includes partnerships with Louis Vuitton and Lucozade. More recently, he became the face of Kim Kardashian’s SKIMS.READ MORE SUN STORIESAdidas has also designed a logo in his image. That partnership is said to fetch him £2.6million.Jude became the youngest first-team player for Birmingham City when he was 16 and has continued to break records since. They include becoming the youngest English goalscorer in the Champions League back in 2021. More

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    What are Croatian boxer Filip Hrgovic’s career earnings and what is his boxing record?

    FILIP Hrgovic is an undefeated heavyweight boxer from Croatia, whose fearsome attacking prowess has earned him the nickname ‘El Animal’.He’s facing Daniel Dubois on June 1, 2024 — here we take a look at his boxing record and career earnings.Hrgovic’s biggest win to date came against Zhilei Zhang on the undercard of Anthony Joshua vs Oleksandr Usyk 2 in August 2022Credit: ReutersWhat are Filip Hrgovic’s career earnings?According to TheStoryInsider, following his last fight with Mark De Mori in December 2023, Hrgovic’s net worth is in the region of £2.4million.This sum is based on his total fight purse payouts throughout his professional boxing career.He reportedly received £250k for his victory over De Mori.What is Filip Hrgovic’s boxing record?Hrgovic’s undefeated record stands at 17-0-0.READ MORE ON HRGOVICThis means he has won all 17 of his professional boxing bouts, drawing none and losing none.El Animal has won 14 of his fights via knockout, giving him an impressive KO percentage of 82.35.How to watch Filip Hrgovic’s fight against Daniel DuboisDubois is coming off an impressive win against Jarrell Miller in December, becoming the first man to both beat him and knock him out.Many will remember that the Brit famously knocked down Oleksandr Usyk in Poland in August 2023.Most read in BoxingHowever, the shot was deemed a ‘low blow’, much to the dismay of Dubois’ promoter Frank Warren.A win over ‘El Animal’ could see Dubois be given a world title shot, as Hrgovic is the current IBF mandatory challenger.Hrgovic’s biggest win came against Zhilei Zhang on the undercard of Anthony Joshua vs Oleksandr Usyk 2 in August 2022, but he failed to impress and some even thought he lost the bout.A statement win over Brit Dubois, however, will reminds fans and pundits alike just what he’s about.The undefeated Croatan will face Greenwich-born boxer Dubois in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Saturday, June 1.Filip Hrgovic takes on Londoner Daniel Dubois in his next fightCredit: GettyRing-walks for the co-main event can be expected at around 9.30pm UK time.DAZN and TNT Sports will broadcast Dubois vs Hrgovic on PPV in the UK — both channels have priced the event at £21.99.You can subscribe to DAZN in the UK for £9.99-a-month, which commits you to an entire year of action.A flexible pass, worth £19.99-a-month, is also available, and you can cancel anytime.You can live stream the action from either the TNT Sports Box Office app for TNT Sports, or the DAZN app for DAZN, both of which you can download onto your mobile or tablet device.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe full fight card is as follows:
    Dmitry Bivol vs Malik Zinad — (WBA light-heavyweight title)
    Deontay Wilder (Matchroom) vs Zhilei Zhang (Queensberry)
    Daniel Dubois (Queensberry) vs Filip Hrgovic (Matchroom)
    Raymond Ford (Matchroom) vs Nick Ball (Queensberry) — (WBA featherweight title)
    Craig Richards (Matchroom) vs Willy Hutchinson (Queensberry)
    Austin ‘Ammo’ Williams (Matchroom) vs Hamzah Sheeraz (Queensberry) More

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    Who is Jack Catterall and what is his boxing record?

    AFTER two years Jack Catterall is getting his big rematch against Josh Taylor.The fight get underway TONIGHT – May 25, 2024 in Leeds and here is everything about Jake Catterall there is to know.Jack Catterall only lost one fight during his whole career so farCredit: GettyWho is Jack Catterall?Jack Catterall is an English professional boxer.He was born on July 1, 1993 in Chorley, Lancashire as one of nine children.Catterall has been a boxer since age 10, but before getting into boxing, he played judo and wrestled. Before his pro boxing career, he took a college course in public services and worked a job laying tarmac to fund his gym sessions.read more on jack catterallHe has won multiple light welterweight championships at the regional level.I don’t like him, I don’t respect himJack CatterallWhat is Jack Catterall’s boxing record?Jack Catterall’s boxing record stands at 28-1-0.This means that out of his 29 fights, he has won 28, lost one and drawn none.He has a knockout ratio of 46.43%.Most read in BoxingAs of May 2024, Catterall is on rank 17 in the super light division worldwide.His current titles are:
    Central Area light-welterweight title
    WBO European light-welterweight title
    WBO Inter-Continental light-welterweight title
    British light-welterweight title
    WBA Intern-Continental light-welterweight title
    Who has Jack Catterall fought against?Jack Catterall is having a rematch against Josh Taylor in May 2024Credit: GettyJack Catterall had his debut fight in 2012 against Carl Allen.He won his debut fight after four rounds by points decision.His next fight is against Josh Taylor on Saturday, May 25, 2024 at the First Direct Arena in Leeds.The match was suppose to be on April 27, 2024 due to an issue with Taylor’s eye. Catterall said ahead of the fight: “This isn’t about belts, this is personal to me and I can’t wait to get my hands on him.”I don’t like him, I don’t respect him and on April 27 I’m going to end him.”Jack Catterall fight historyJack Catterall had 29 fights since his debut in 2012.
    vs Allen – September 22, 2012 – Win
    vs Greaves – December 14, 2012 – Win
    vs Allen – March 9, 2013 – Win
    vs McKray – April 27, 2013 – Win
    vs Price – June 7, 2013 – Win
    vs Garrido – November 22, 2013 – Win
    vs Vaseris – March 8, 2014 – Win
    vs Szot – May 10, 2014 – Win
    vs Brough – July 26, 2014 – Win
    vs Stalker – October 25, 2014 – Win
    vs Inalef – March 6, 2015 – Win
    vs Calfin – July 11, 2015 – Win
    vs Putkonen – October 10 2015 – Win
    vs Nunez – December 19, 2015 – Win
    vs Hughes – May 13, 2016 – Win
    vs Janik – August 12, 2016 – Win
    vs Luque – December 3, 2016 – Win
    vs Gethin – April 8, 2017 – Win
    vs Nurse – October 21, 2017 – Win
    vs McCauley – March 31, 2018 – Win
    vs Sebire – May 19, 2018 – Win
    vs McKenna – June 30, 2018 – Win
    vs Davies – October 6, 2018 – Win
    vs Amador – April 27, 2019 – Win
    vs Schwarzkopf – November 22, 2019 – Win
    vs Houya – November 28, 2020 – Win
    vs Taylor – February 26, 2022 – Loss
    vs Foley – May 27, 2023 – Win
    vs Linares – October 21, 2023 – Win

    Is Jack Catterall married?Jack Catterall is not married yet.However he is engaged to Lauren Adele Finch since 2022 and the couple is set to marry in 2024.On 7 May 2024, Finch posted an Instagram video in which she appeared wearing a full white outfit with a veil on her head, which had written, “Soon to be Mrs. Catterall.“On February 8, 2021 their daughter Riley Rae Catterall was born.What is Jack Catterall’s net worth?Jack Catterall’s net worth is set to be around £5.5 million.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe has earned his fortune through his boxing fights.In addition he also makes money with his endorsements with brands such as Adidas and Reebok. More

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    Inside Phil Foden’s incredible rise to fame from trophies to money off pitch – and new nickname given to him by mates

    ENGLAND sensation Phil Foden has been dubbed “Fodenballs” by his mates — for following in the footsteps of David “Goldenballs” Beckham.Like Becks, the attacking midfielder is netting trophies on the pitch and millions of pounds off it.Man City ace Phil Foden has been dubbed the David Beckham of his generation – as friends call him ‘Fodenballs’Credit: GettyPhil is currently expecting his third child with sweetheart Rebecca CookeCredit: Sophie Eleanor Photography / Go PR & EventsManchester City ace Foden is set to star in tomorrow’s FA Cup final against rivals Manchester United.The showdown comes on the back of another incredible season in which he won his sixth Premier League title and scored a stunning 24 goals in all competitions.He was named both Premier League player of the year and the Footballer Writers’ player of the year. And on Tuesday Gareth Southgate named the 23-year-old in his provisional 33-man squad for next month’s Euro 2024 tournament in Germany.READ MORE ON MANCHESTER CITYBut humble Foden is proving just as savvy when it comes to doing deals. Latest publicly available accounts from his companies show his off-pitch earnings shot up by almost £10million.His wealth has increased by £4.8million in a year after setting up PWF Management Ltd to handle his image rights and sponsorship deals.That is the equivalent of £400,000 a month.Most read in FootballFoden and mum Claire Rowlands are listed as directors of the “sports activities” firm.He has also amassed £4.4million in a second firm, Rondog Sports Ltd — named after his nickname of “Ronnie”, given to him by his gran to differentiate him from his dad, who is also called Phil.Man Utd & Man City Premier League combined XIThe Man City ace with mum Clare and dad Phil SnrFoden has deals with Nike, Hugo Boss and jewellery firm Cernucci on top of his £200,000-a-week City wages.Top players also earn from the sale of merchandise including shirts that bear their name. Shrewd Foden also set up PF Property Holdings in 2022.Foden, expecting a third child with sweetheart Rebecca Cooke, 24, has splashed out £2.8million on a home in the footballer enclave of Prestbury for parents Phil Snr and Clare.He then paid £3million for the five-bedroom mansion where he lives with Rebecca, five-year-old son Ronnie and daughter True, one. It is just a stone’s throw from where United’s Wayne Rooney used to live.Despite it all, Foden still has some way to go to catch up Goldenballs Beckham who, according to the recent Sunday Times Rich List, is now worth £455million with wife Victoria. Also, unlike Becks, Foden is yet to amass a huge garage of supercars, having only passed his driving test in December while at the wheel of a VW ID3.However, he does have a £150,000 Mercedes G Wagon — decked out with sky blue seats — and a £100,000 Mercedes Vito people carrier.Despite his millions, Foden remains a regular visitor to the working class area of Edgeley, Stockport, where he grew up and learned his skills while kicking a ball against a wall.He is a loyal customer of Scissor Trim where he pays £20 for a skin fade, grabs Indian takeaways from Bombay Castle and often pops into Fresh Clothing.Fans pay tribute to Phil back home in StockportCredit: Matthew Pover LimitedAnd he and Rebecca shunned glitzy venues in Manchester to hold a baby shower for their third child at League One Stockport County’s function room.The ace is also a close pal of Stockport-based boxer Niall Brown and loves nothing more than going fishing with pals. He famously missed City’s 2018 title celebrations to go fishing with his dad.He also loves the freedom of riding quad bikes with his childhood mates.A source said: “Phil’s a legend to City fans on the pitch, and a legend to his family and friends off it thanks to his down-to-earth nature.“He can afford the finest things in the world, but loves nothing more than going back to where he grew up, getting a hair cut, seeing his mates and having a kickabout with some of the kids that idolise him.”It’s good to play with [kids in Stockport] and see a smile on their face. I just want to be a good role model for themPhil FodenPhil said previously: “I’ve still got family around Stockport, so I go and visit sometimes, and kids are just starstruck to see me.“It’s quite strange because I was one of those kids and was just the same as them.“They look up to you, so it’s just to give something back because I used to play there growing up. “It’s good to play with them and see a smile on their face. I just want to be a good role model for them.”If City win the FA Cup tomorrow, Foden will bag his 18th trophy of his career since making his City debut in November 2017.In 2018 he became the youngest recipient of a Premier League winner’s medal.Since then he has won five more Premier League titles, four League Cups, two FA Cups, two Community Shields, a Champions League, UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup.He also won the U-17 World Cup with England, prompting City boss Pep Guardiola to describe the then 17-year-old as “the most talented player” he had ever seen.United legend Ryan Giggs, who retired aged 40, is the most decorated English footballer of all time winning 34 trophies including 13 league titles.We take a look at Phil Foden’s record compared to David BeckhamLEEDS FANS’ HOLS DASHTWO Leeds United fans are ditching their family holiday in the Med to go to their team’s Wembley play-off final — before flying back.Liam Cooper and Dean Fairbrother will leave their wives in their Ibiza hotel late tomorrow night to catch the 12.50am plane to London.Leeds United fans Liam Cooper and Dean Fairbrother will briefly ditch their family holiday to catch the game’s match on SundayCredit: Liam Cooper / SWNSA look at the duo’s mad dash to see the match at the weekendThey will see Sunday’s 3pm game with Southampton which may return Leeds to the Premier League.READ MORE SUN STORIESFood inspector Liam, 43, from Leeds, and, Dean, 59, a finance adviser in Devon, will fly back to continue their £5,500 hols.Dean said: “Normal people don’t understand why you do these things.” More

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    ‘Game changer’ billionaire on Forbes rich list rivals Wrexham, Birmingham and Charlton with takeover of League One club

    WYCOMBE WANDERERS have been taken over by a Kazakhstan billionaire.Mikheil Lomtadze’s Blue Ocean Partners Ltd has purchased 90 per cent of the club that was owned by American businessman Rob Couhig since 2022.Mikheil Lomtadze has bought 90 per cent of WycombeCredit: AFPHe will rival Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham next seasonCredit: GettyWycombe finished 10th in League OneCredit: PALomtadze, 48, is worth £4.54billion and is the 532nd richest person in the world.He is the founder and CEO of a leading tech company Kazakh-based Kaspi.kz.The purchase of the club has been described as a “game changer” by PwC.Wycombe fans will hope that his arrival at the club can help them climb up the English football ladder.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLLomtadze said: “Our goal is to achieve long-term success both on and off the pitch whilst building a financially sustainable club.”The football world is evolving very fast and our priority will be to integrate data analytics and technology to elevate the club’s performance to new levels.”I am also a strong believer in youth development and it will be fundamental to the club’s vision.”We aim to re-open and build a leading high-performance academy which will become an essential part of our long-term strategy of developing a club that consistently performs at the top level.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSWycombe finished 10th in League One and face another tough season to gain promotion next season.Birmingham City, Huddersfield and Rotherham dropped into the division from the Championship.Every Premier League club’s most famous and also most surprising fanWhile ambitious Wrexham gained promotion from League Two thanks to the help from Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney.Couhig has insisted that Lomtadze shares his values and is excited for the future of the club.He said: “I am excited for the future of Wycombe Wanderers”Last year, I announced that I had begun looking at a possible succession plan for our ownership.”Since then, I met with a significant number of well qualified people. Last fall, Mikheil and I met and decided to explore his potential role with the club.”It was apparent from that first meeting that Mikheil and I shared similar values of speaking directly and honestly with each other.”I came to understand that his goals for the club were similar to mine. “Important to me, although often separated by a 12-hour time difference, we became friends.”The logical conclusion to those discussions was culminated today with the transfer of Feliciana EFL Limited to his company.“The board of Wycombe Wanderers Football Club will have three new directors, Mikheil, Eduard Vyshnyakov, and Daniel Rice.READ MORE SUN STORIES”The board has asked me to convey its and the Wanderers family’s appreciation for the great work that Missy Couhig and Pete Couhig have done for the Club and community since June 2019.”As for me, Mikheil has asked and I have agreed to continue as Chairman during the transition of ownership. Please join me in welcoming Mikheil, Eduard and Dan to the club.” More

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    Inside new Man Utd owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s ‘secret’ life in the UK – as he rows with ‘jealous’ neighbours over BEES

    NEIGHBOURS of Manchester United owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe have told of his secret life in an isolated corner of England – and lifted the lid on a row over his “bee factory”.Sir Jim, who in 2023 bought a 25 percent stake in United for £1 billion, is Britain’s second richest man, with a net worth of £29.6 billion.Neighbours of Manchester United owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe have told of his secret life in an isolated corner of EnglandCredit: PAThe businessman was accused of constructing an ‘industrial site’ after he built two huge barns, a tennis court and a pergola without consentHe also owns Nice FC, Team Sky cycling and his firm Ineos is the main partner of the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team.The 71-year-old, who grew up on a council estate a stonesthrow from Old Trafford, spends much of his time in Monaco.While not in the millionaires playground, he leads a quieter life in Hampshire’s New Forest, enjoying sailing and adventure sports.Since snapping up a ramshackle beachfront home in 2006, the businessman has carried out an extensive redevelopment of the site.Read More on Sir Jim RatcliffeBut the work behind his CCTV and spike-riddled eight foot high walls has attracted fury over the years, with Sir Jim forced to see off four planning refusals on his home.This week, the billionaire won his latest battle – an 18 month row over a honey factory on his land.Do YOU have a story about United or Sir Jim? We PAY for stories! Get in touch: tom.hussey@thesun.co.ukThe businessman, who has spoken of his love of homemade produce, was accused of constructing an “industrial site” after he built two huge barns, a tennis court and a pergola without consent.Most read in FootballSir Jim applied for retrospective planning permission from the planning authority in 2022 as one neighbour accused of doing “what he wants with impunity”.Objecting to the plans in November 2022, they livid local said: “Yet more development from an industrialist who seems intent on turning this stretch of the Hampshire coast into an industrial site.“And, as we have come to expect from billionaire elites, the belief that he can do what he wants with impunity as he can afford to pay more lawyers and fight local authorities.”He urged the New Forest National Park Authority (NFNPA) to “stand up” to wealthy owners who “seem intent on buying small houses and then by hook or by crook massively overdeveloping them”.According to plans, one of the two sheds houses the “bee factory”, tractor, soil roller compactor, forklift, wood chipper, Turf Gator, lawn-mower, hedge-cutters and leaf blowers.BEE-ING SERIOUSSir Jim’s latest planning row centres around a “bee factory
    The row rumbled for 18-months after he built after he built two huge barns, a tennis court and a pergola without consent.
    He applied for retrospective permission from the planning authority in 2022.
    According to plans one of the two unauthorised sheds houses the “bee factory”, tractor, soil roller compactor, forklift, wood chipper, Turf Gator, lawn-mower, hedge-cutters and leaf blowers.
    Sir Jim has previously spoken of his love of homemade produce.
    The other stores a cherry picker, trailer, tractor flail, fertiliser spreader, three chainsaws and a leaf sucker.
    One furious neighbour said Sir Jim was turning his home into an “industrial site” and acting with “impunity”.
    After a long battle, the petrochemicals titan successfully argued his case and will not be forced to abandon his beekeeping facility.

    The other is used for storing a cherry picker, trailer, tractor flail, fertiliser spreader, three chainsaws and a leaf sucker.Sir Jim was granted retrospective planning permission to keep the two barns this week.Following the victory, to neighbours spoke fondly of the billionaire but told The Sun he is rarely seen in the area.One lady, who said she worked with him over 20 years ago “before he blew up”, described a “nice” man who was kind and “humble”.She added: “I honestly don’t have a bad word to say about him.”Another man, who has also worked for Sir Jim, said those who opposed the bee factory are “jealous”.He said: “It’s just one of his many investments, he owns property in Lyndhurst, Hampshire cattle breeders, rows and rows of properties in Brockenhurst, just investments.RAGS TO RICHESSIR Jim Ratcliffe went from growing up in poverty on a council estate in the shadow of Old Trafford – to buying Man United years later.
    His rags to riches story was thanks to extraordinary business intellect which allowed him to amass untold wealth in just a matter of years.
    Sir Jim is the founder, chairman and majority owner of British petrochemicals empire Ineos, which he started in May 1998 to lead the buyout of a BP chemicals business.
    The site in Antwerp was bought for £84m and employed 400 people.
    Today, Sir Jim’s Ineos operates 194 sites across 29 countries and employs more than 26,000 people.
    The firm says it generates £52.6bn of revenue every year.
    He was listed 2nd on The Sunday Times Rich List in 2023 – worth £29.7bn.
    His worth has fluctuated massively in recent years, ranked 27th in the 2022 Rich List boasting an estimated wealth of £6.075bn.
    Sir Jim was the UK’s third highest individual taxpayer and forked out £110million in 2017-18, according to the Sunday Times tax list.

    “I think he ferries people about in his helicopter. “He’s always in the South of France. I don’t think he’s ever down here.”I think he was down here at Christmas time.”Sir Jim’s property empire across the New Forest have one couple concerned.The wife, who did not want to be identified, said she “worries” about his plans for the “rows and rows” of homes Sir Jim allegedly owns.She said: “What if he takes over? What is his plan?”The businessman’s presence has also attracted bad characters.One source said the billionaire was allegedly the target of burglars who ransacked his home several years ago.The thieves are said to have made off with builders tools and equipment.READ MORE SUN STORIESSir Jim’s Ineos operates 194 sites across 29 countries and employs more than 26,000 people.He was approached for comment.The billionaire was facing the prospect of having to demolish the shedsSir Jim, who in 2023 bought a 25 percent stake in United for £1 billion, is Britain’s second richest man, with a net worth of £29.6 billionCredit: PASince snapping up a ramshackle beachfront home in 2006, the businessman has carried out an extensive redevelopment of the siteCredit: GettySir Jim watched his team take on Spurs alongside ex-Man U manager Sir Alex Ferguson at Old Trafford on January 14 this yearCredit: GettyA billboard with Sir Jim Ratcliffe on the front appeared in Manchester shortly after he bought a stake in UnitedCredit: GettySir Jim is the founder, chairman and majority owner of British petrochemicals empire Ineos, which he started in May 1998Credit: PA More