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      Sky Sports viewers baffled as Man City Treble winner joins NFL pundits for Super Bowl coverage

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      SKY Sports viewers were left scratching their heads when a Man City Treble winner joined the Super Bowl coverage.Regular host Neil Reynolds was joined by regular pundit Phoebe Schecter, Ndamukong Suh, and Ryan Fitzpatrick for the NFL showpiece.A Man City star was a surprise guest on Sky Sports’ NFL coverageBut, before the action between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles kicked off, one Spanish Euro 2024 winner stunned American football fans by joining the Sky crew in their studio.”Well, first of all I am very happy to be here and spend this time in this atmosphere,” he told Reynolds.”It’s a sport we try to follow in Europe. For me, especially the last years, I have been following.”It’s so good to be here at such an incredible event that I really admire.”Read more Super Bowl NewsBut fans were rather baffled to see the player, who scored the winner in the 2023 Champions League final, on the Sky Sports round table in New Orleans.One posted: “Why’s Rodri analysing the Super Bowl on Sky lol”And another wrote: “wtf is Rodri doing on Super Bowl coverage loooool”A third fan commented: “Why is Rodri on the panel for the Super Bowl?”Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSOthers were frustrated to see the star joining the experts.One fan wrote: “Yo, @SkySportsNFL, I cannot tell you enough how no one wants to hear what Rodri has to say about the Super Bowl.”Travis Kelce’s ‘awful’ pre-Super Bowl outfit mocked by fansAnd another viewer joked: “Rodri is at the Super Bowl to explain the Ballon d’Or robbery”Real Madrid were left furious when Rodri was chosen as Ballon d’Or winner over Vinicius Jr, to the point that the club boycotted the ceremony.Rodri is currently sidelined after suffering an ACL injury against Arsenal earlier in the season.The Ballon d’Or winner has been a huge miss for his side, who have struggled this season in the league and Champions League.However, City are optimistic the midfielder could be fit before the end of the season.He has been named in the club’s Champions League squad for the knockout stages.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd according to Spanish newspaper AS, he has been accompanied to New Orleans by two rehabilitation workers so as not to miss a day of his recovery routine.Boss Pep Guardiola wants to keep the door open for him to do that – even though City would have to go deep in the competition for him to be even in the frame.Man City star Rodri is currently sidelined with a serious knee injuryCredit: Getty More

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      Chelsea defender who can’t stop shooting and a Villa star who’s always being fouled – Weekend Wager’s best FA Cup bets

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      SUNSPORT’S Weekend Wager uses in-depth stats and razor-sharp analysis to bring you the best value bets from the upcoming bumper weekend of sport.Joining our very own Will Pugh on this week’s show is football journalist Kweku Afari and betting expert Sam Rosbottom.Chelsea look good value this weekend – as SunSport run down the best bets for the FA Cup and more sporting actionCredit: AlamyThe panel talk through some of the biggest games from this weekend’s FA Cup.Brighton vs Chelsea and Aston Villa vs Tottenham are the matches where there’s money to be made, according to our experts.And we’ve also got a cheeky Super Bowl bet to take a punt on.Check out all our best bets for the weekend below:READ MORE SPORT STORIESBRIGHTON vs CHELSEAKweku Afari: Chelsea to score 3+ goals – 5/2″You look at this Brighton team, there are questions marks… last week against Nottingham Forest they shipped seven goals.”This is a Brighton who are not in very good form and they’ve got no clean sheets against Chelsea in their last eight meetings.”I’ve got Chelsea to go big in this one.”Most read in FootballWill Pugh: Rutter to score & Chelsea to win – 11/1″Rutter’s got three goals in his last two FA Cup games, and that’s good on it’s own.”When you hear those three goals came in just 101 minutes…”But, I still think the Blues are going to do it – they’ve progressed from 25 of their last 27 FA Cup fourth round ties.”Brighton have also lost each of their last four matches vs Chelsea and have won just one of the last 11 homes games the Blues.”That’s quite a record.”Tosin scored twice in his last FA Cup match and is value to have at least two shots vs BrightonCredit: GettySam Rosbottom: Tosin to have 2+ shots – 16/5″I’m having loads of luck in the player shots market.”Hear me out… [Tosin] has had nine shots in his last four games, including three in the last match vs West Ham.”He had four in his last FA Cup game against Morecambe and got on the scoresheet twice.”It’s value.”ASTON VILLA vs TOTTENHAMKweku: BTTS & Villa to win – 15/8″Can Villa put a dent in Tottenham’s bid to win a trophy for the first time since 2008? I think yes…”I feel like this is a safe bet in terms of it coming in.””I feel like this is a safe bet in terms of it coming in.”These teams have both scored in three of their last four meetings, while Spurs have lost three of their last four domestic away games.”Donyell Malen has looked lively lately and could prove value for a goal involvement against SpursCredit: AlamyWill: Malen goal or assist & Spurs to win – 13/1″Tottenham have progressed from four of their last five FA Cup fourth round ties.”They’ve also won nine of their last ten away games against Aston Villa.”Donyell Malen… three shots on target in three games – two of them in his last game against Wolves.”He’s looked really busy whenever I’ve seen him and I fancy him to be involved.”Sam: Ramsey to be fouled 2+ times – 2/1″Keeping it simple… he’s been fouled twice in each of his last three games.”In total, 14 fouls in his last eight matches – he is a player who does get brought down.”He’s likely to come up against Dejan Kulusevski and Pedro Porro… this is value.”Patrick Mahomes will lead the Chiefs to a third straight Super Bowl, say our expertsCredit: GettySUPER BOWLPHILADELPHIA EAGLES vs KANSAS CITY CHIEFSKweku – Mahomes to score a TD – 7/2″The Chiefs are aiming for history, right now – the first-ever NFL team to win three Super Bowls in a row.”Patrick Mahomes, the only person he is chasing right now is Tom Brady.READ MORE SUN STORIES”The only person to ever beat Patrick Mahomes in a Super Bowl is Tom Brady.”That is not changing this weekend – Patrick Mahomes will lead the Chiefs to another Super Bowl.”Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk More

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      David Beckham meets ‘long-lost twin brother’ Hollywood star in Super Bowl advert for Stella Artois

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      DAVID BECKHAM has teamed up with Hollywood royalty for a new Super Bowl ad. The football icon, 49, appears alongside A-lister Matt Damon in a feature-length advert for Stella Artois. David Beckham reunites with his secret twin brother in a new Super Bowl adCredit: The Mega AgencyMatt Damon stars as Becks’ long-lost sibling in the Stella Artois commercialCredit: The Mega AgencyBeckham and Damon’s ad was directed by Ben AffleckCredit: The Mega AgencyBeckham goes on a whirlwind journey in the 60-second advert, which will air in full during Super Bowl LIX’s half-time show on Sunday. The Manchester United legend joins his parents in a pub, where he is told he has a long-lost brother in America – known simply as “Other David”..Becks jets across the Atlantic in search of his sibling – played by 54-year-old Good Will Hunting star Damon.The pair share a beer and eat some buffalo wings in the minute-long short, before Damon shows off his own kicking prowess with an American football.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLDirected by Ben Affleck, who is cheekily referenced in the promo, the ad will help drive revenue for Damon’s non-profit organisation Water.org.Damon said in a press release: “I’ve been partnering with Stella Artois for a decade now and get more excited with each year.”I can’t wait to keep telling the story of ‘David and Dave’ all year and shedding light on those moments in life worth more, where meaningful connection means more than anything. “The Beckham brothers are here to stay, and Stella Artois will be there with us at every moment.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThis year’s Super Bowl is being contested by the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles. Kansas City are attempting to make NFL history, with no team ever winning three consecutive titles. Everything you need to know about Super Bowl 59 along with Chiefs-Eagles predictions Super Bowl halftime advertising is big business, with brands desperate for a prime slot and the chance to reach over 100 million viewers in real-time.A slot can cost up to £6.4million, with a vast portion of the audience tuning in for the entertainment factor.A 2020 survey revealed that 79 per cent of viewers see the half-time ad break as entertainment, according to Statista. While almost 71 per cent stated that they enjoyed watching the commercials. Beckham famously played Stateside in the MLS for Los Angeles Galaxy and is the co-founder of Inter Miami in Florida. The full advert is set to be broadcast at half-time of Super Bowl LIX on SundayCredit: The Mega AgencyThe Kansas City Chiefs have won the previous two Super Bowls – and can threepeat this weekendCredit: APThe ex-England midfielder’s kids grew up in the USA – and he’s got the Super Bowl bug from them. Speaking to Forbes, Becks revealed: “I won’t be making the game this year.”Traditionally, I love watching the Super Bowl. READ MORE SUN STORIES”It’s something that we always do as a family, same as everyone else across America and most of the world. “Everyone sits there and watches it, and eats and drinks, and it’s all about the family. So, I’ll be doing that in London.”Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club. More

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      Legendary 90,000-capacity World Cup final stadium EVACUATED as deadly wildfires rage nearby

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      AN iconic stadium that hosted the 1994 World Cup final has been evacuated as massive wildfires rage on in Los Angeles.Two people have been killed and several are injured in the devastating blaze, while more than 1,000 California structures have been destroyed.The Rose Bowl has been evacuated as massive wildfires rage on in Los AngelesCredit: Getty – PoolTwo people have been killed and several are injured by the devastating blazeCredit: AlamyAnd the flames are now closing in on the Rose Bowl, which is one of college American football’s most iconic venues and saw Brazil beat Italy on penalties in a dramatic USA 94 final.According to the Associated Press, new evacuation warnings have been issued in the Pasadena area and include the 90,000-capacity venue.The same source reported at least four separate blazes are burning from the Pacific Coast inland to Pasadena.Over 5,000 acres across three areas in Los Angeles have burned so far since the fires began on Tuesday morning.Read More on FootballThousands of firefighters are already battling the flames around the area.The Los Angeles Fire Department put out a plea for off-duty firefighters to help.However, weather conditions were too windy for firefighting aircrafts to fly.This has hampered the bid to extinguish the wildfires and fire officials are hoping to get the planes up soon.Most read in FootballThe Rose Bowl is the 16th biggest stadium in the world and has hosted five Super Bowls – the third highest number played at a single venue.It hosts one of the most high profile college football games every year.LA wildfires send celebs including Star Wars legend fleeing with 30k evacuated & flames fanned by 100mph hurricane galesBut it remains best known for the rest of the world for being the venue for the showdown between Italy and Brazil 21 years ago.The game ended in a goalless draw and the winner was decided in a penalty shootout.That was when iconic playmaker Roberto Baggio famously fired the ball over the crossbar as Brazil won their fourth World CupThe Rose Bowl hosted the 1994 World Cup final between Italy and BrazilCredit: GettyBrazil won the final in the famous Super Bowl venueCredit: Getty Images – Getty More

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      Roof of Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson stadium COLLAPSES with huge chunk of metal falling on to field hours before event

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      THE ROOF of the AT&T Stadium in Texas BROKE just days after last week’s huge Netflix boxing event.Heavyweight legend Mike Tyson went head to head with YouTuber Jake Paul at the 80,000-seater arena on Friday.Part of the AT&T Stadium roof collapsed before Monday’s NFL gameCredit: APNobody was hurt by the falling debrisCredit: XA piece of metal was bolted to the frame to ensure nothing else came looseCredit: APJake Paul vs Mike Tyson took place at the stadium just three days beforeCredit: ReutersPaul beat the 58-year-old in a drab affair that failed to live up to expectations.The disappointing bout was quickly forgotten when the stadium transformed just in time for the NFL clash between the Dallas Cowboys and the Houston Texans.But just hours before the Monday night game, a piece of the roof came loose and fell onto the field.Thankfully, nobody was hurt by the falling debris.Read More in BoxingThe Cowboys later revealed the accident occurred due to high winds.A statement read: “We can confirm a piece of metal came loose and fell to the field [with some additional small debris] while the roof was in the process of opening.”There were no injuries. It is being reviewed further, and a decision regarding the ability to re-open the roof safely will be made when possible.”Meanwhile, team owner and general manager Jerry Jones added: “Certainly, there was no risk at all to anybody on the field playing once we shut the roof and again.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Got a lot of wind gusts in this area this afternoon, and apparently that created some looseness up there. And then when the wind, when we did try to open it up, the wind got in there and exacerbated the looseness.”They wouldn’t have started this game had there been any risk at all. And not only the NFL wouldn’t, but I wouldn’t if there’s any risk at all. And there was no risk at all when they started the game.Daniel Dubois calls out Jake Paul”The reason they do that is to make sure everything is working to avoid those kinds of risks if there’s any fans or anybody in here.”Prior to the start of the game, a piece of metal was bolted to the frame to ensure nothing else came loose.The Cowboys went on to lose 34-10 to the Texans. More

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      Onlookers left stunned as Premier League owner sails £345m yacht with private basketball court down River Thames

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      FULHAM and Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shahid Khan took London by storm as he went down the River Thames in his stunning yacht.Khan, 74, is in town for the Jaguars’ NFL clashes in the capital as they will face the Chicago Bears at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday and the New England Patriots at Wembley next week.Fulham and Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shahid Khan went down the River Thames in his stunning yachtCredit: RexKhan is in town for the Jaguars’ NFL clashes in LondonCredit: AlamyKhan’s 400ft super yacht is worth a reported $450million (£345m)Credit: Cecil WrightKISMET is so big it dwarves an average American football fieldCredit: Cecil WrightKhan’s yacht also has a gym and yoga studio complete with a juice barCredit: Cecil WrightAnd the billionaire showed up in style with his 400ft super yacht, which is worth a reported $450million (£345m).The businessman’s yacht, which he named KISMET, is so big it dwarves an average American football field.It includes a master suite that spans two decks and features a private hot tub, sunbathing area and his and hers bathrooms.The yacht’s wellness and beauty sections include a hammam, sauna, and cryotherapy chamber. Read More on FootballKhan’s yacht also has a gym and yoga studio complete with a juice bar.In addition there is a treatment room equipped with a massage table, waterfall shower, and chromotherapy bathtub. If that’s not enough, the behemoth structure has its own basketball and pickleball court.The Jaguars have been regulars in the city for the last decade and they were mooted as a potential London franchise. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSFulham, on the other hand, are eighth in the Premier League table during the international break.The Cottagers have won three of their first seven Premier League matches, of which they lost two.Shahid Khan withdraws ‘divisive’ £600m offer to buy Wembley StadiumMarco Silva’s side impressed last month with a stunning 3-1 win over Newcastle at Craven Cottage.The yacht includes a master suite that spans two decksCredit: Cecil WrightBillionaire businessman Khan showed up in England in styleCredit: Cecil WrightKhan’s yacht features a private hot tub, sunbathing area and his and hers bathroomsCredit: Cecil WrightThe behemoth structure also includes a treatment roomCredit: Cecil Wright More

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      Tom Brady joins David Beckham and Lionel Messi at MLS game & gets gift from soccer icon after celebrating his team’s win

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      TOM Brady has made his way to Florida where he’s joined up with two of soccer’s biggest stars.The seven-time Super Bowl champion and Fox NFL broadcaster, 46, joined David Beckham and Lionel Messi in the stands at Chase Stadium on Saturday as Inter Miami beat FC Cincinnati 2-0.Tom Brady (left) was seen chatting with David Beckham ahead of Inter Miami’s 2-0 win against FC CincinnatiCredit: GettyLionel Messi was also in attendance supporting his teammatesCredit: ReutersBrady was gifted a custom jersey ahead of the gameCredit: ReutersBefore the game kicked off, Brady and Beckham made their way down to the field where they posed side by side for snaps.There, Beckham – who is a part owner of Inter Miami – gifted Brady a custom No. 12 jersey.Brady looked sleek as always in a green shirt, jeans, and white sneakers, while Beckham opted for a dark blue suit and tie paired with a pair of brown leather shoes.During the game, the two were captured chatting as they watched on, with Brady sitting just behind the former England captain.Meanwhile, the injured Messi cheered on his teammates from the stands whilst sipping on yerba mate.The World Cup champion is currently recovering from a ligament injury in his right ankle sustained during Argentina’s Copa America final win.Clips and shots of the three sporting icons in-house quickly spread on X, where fans wasted no time in sharing in their excitement.”GOAT sightings. Leo Messi x Tom Brady in the house!!!!” one wrote.Most read in American Football”Things we love to see,” said a second.”Just need Peyton [Manning] there, and then you are set!” added another. ‘I’ll get tired of Tom Brady’s squeaky voice’ Drew Bledsoe tells GMFB hosts ahead of ex-Patriots QB’s Fox NFL debutWhile a fourth brutally commented, “The third or fourth greatest quarterback of all time is in the same building as the greatest football player of all time.”The night proved an important one for Inter Miami, who became the first team this season to secure a playoff spot thanks to their win.And the player they all have to thank was a certain Luis Suarez, who scored both goals for coach Gerardo Martino’s side within the opening seven minutes.The win also extends Inter Miami’s lead at the top of the Eastern Conference to eight points above Cincinnati in second.Next up for Martino and Co. will be a trip to Illinois where they’ll take on the Chicago Fire on August 31.Meanwhile, Brady had another win to celebrate on Saturday.A part owner in English League One soccer team Birmingham City, they secured their second win of the season on Saturday.Chris Davis’ team beat Leyton Orient 2-1 away, leaving them fifth in the table on seven points, tied with Wrexham AFC – who are owned by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Great win! We need your support all year long,” Brady captioned an Instagram Stories shot of the Birmingham City crowd celebrating.They will return to action on Tuesday when Premier League side Fulham head to St. Andrews in the second round of the EFL Cup.it was a day to celebrate for Brady after Birmingham City- an English soccer team in which he has invested – won 2-1 against Leyton OrientCredit: ReutersMessi is recovering from an ankle injury sustained during the Copa America finalCredit: Reuters More

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      Slovakia’s sexiest supporter and Tom Brady fan Veronika Rajek predicts winner of Euro 2024

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      INSTAGRAM model Veronika Rajek is backing France to win the Euros with Kylian Mbappe to fire them to glory.The Slovakian stunner, 28, shot to fame after declaring her love for Tom Brady in a viral post during the 2022 NFL season.Veronika Rajek has given her prediction for the EurosCredit: Instagram/veronikarajekShe believes that France will win the tournament in GermanyCredit: GettyShe named Kylian Mbappe and Antoine Griezmann as key playersCredit: Instagram /veronikarajekShe is from eastern SlovakiaCredit: instagram/veronikarajekAnd Rajek, who was born in eastern Slovakia before moving to the United States, has given her prediction to SunSport for this summer’s Euros.She said: “My prediction is that France will win the Euros. They are at the top of the pyramid.”Kylian Mbappe and Antoine Griezmann are top, top players.”Their team is full of great players, and they have a lot of experience.READ MORE ON EURO 2024″Mbappe is still young, and he can still become one of the greatest players ever on the international stage.”Winning tournaments with the national team is what determines greatness.”England are also a contender to reach the final – I think the semis will be France, England, Germany and Spain.”France made it to the final of the last World Cup but lost to Argentina in Qatar.Most read in Euro 2024They also reached the final of the Euros on home soil in 2016 and won the World Cup two years later in Russia.Rajek is a self-declared fan of all sports and attended the Europa League final between Roma and Sevilla in Budapest last summer.Tom Brady fan Veronika Rajek sizzles as she shows off insane body in matching gym outfit during sweaty workoutShe is back in Slovakia this summer and saw the celebrations when they upset Belgium in their first game at Euro 2024.Rajek added: “A Slovakia win is always like magic!”But not many people are betting on a Slovakian victory.”The influencer now boasts seven million followers on her Instagram page.She lives in LA and is often seen wearing daring outfits at events such as the Las Vegas Grand Prix.Rajek attended a Tampa Bay Buccaneers game to watch Brady in December 2022 before the quarterback retired from the sport.Her Instagram post wearing a Brady jersey and professing her love for the NFL icon went viral.Veronika has seven million followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram/veronikarajekShe is a huge Tom Brady fan and watched him when he played for the BuccsShe is considered Slovakia’s sexiest fanCredit: Instagram @veronikarajekShe moved to AmericaCredit: Instagram @veronikarajekShe is also a fan of NFLCredit: Instagram @veronikarajekTom Brady is her favourite playerCredit: Instagram/veronikarajek More