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    Liam Gallagher reveals three-song Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois setlist as Oasis legend releases 20-word statement

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    LIAM GALLAGHER has revealed his set list for his eagerly-anticipated performance at Anthony Joshua’s world title fight with Daniel Dubois.The Oasis frontman is set to serenade a whopping 96,000 fight fans at Wembley before AJ and Dubois duke it out for the IBF heavyweight title.Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois throw down at Wembley on Saturday nightCredit: GETTYOasis frontman Liam Gallagher will play a mini gig before the punches start flyingCredit: RexThe 51-year-old has revealed the setlist for his eagerly-anticipated performanceCredit: GettyAnticipation for the performance exploded late last month when it was announced that Liam had put aside his differences with brother Noel and got the old band back together.And Liam has revealed a trio of Oasis songs will be part of his set list ahead of the massive domestic dust-up.The 51-year-old announced on X that he’ll warm up the crowd by belting out ‘Rock N Roll Star’, ‘Supersonic’ and Cigarettes & Alcohol.His followers were over the moon, with one saying: “Will get tuned.”READ ON ON AJ VS DUBOISAnother said: “Good luck and have fun.”And another said: “Sensational.”One remarked: “It’s really happening.”Another chimed in: “Looking forward to it.”Most read in SportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAJ vs Dubois: Build up to the big fightANTHONY JOSHUA and Daniel Dubois go head-to-head at Wembley THIS Saturday.Ahead of the all-British heavyweight showdown, here’s all the biggest stories and need-to-know information…Oasis fans have been wondering if Noel will join his brother on stage for a shock pre-2025 tour reunion tomorrow night.But AJ’s long-time promoter Eddie Hearn has emphatically KO’d the prospect of the Brit superband taking to the Wembley stage before their scheduled dates at the home of English football.Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois face off one final time before contesting for the World Heavyweight ChampionshipWhen asked about the possibility of an AJ vs Dubois being preceded by an Oasis reunion, the Matchroom Boxing chief told Betfred: “No, I doubt it.”I think Oasis have their own plans for their reunion.”But if there was anybody that could deliver it, I would say it’s Turki Alalshikh.”I’m sure those conversations would have been had, but my guess is that Oasis will be starting their reunion at the beginning of their tour.” More

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      From a ‘Wetherspoons plate’ to something you’d throw up after a night out, the worst footie kits ever revealed

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      MANCHESTER City fans are looking back in anger at their side’s 0-0 draw on Wednesday against Inter Milan in the new “Oasis-inspired” fourth kit.After the match, City defender Manuel Akanji admitted he’d accidentally passed to the assistant ref because the official’s top looked like his side’s special-edition shirt.Erling Haaland in Wednesday’s disappointing 0-0 Champions League draw with InterCredit: AlamyThe Definitely City strip was part-designed by Noel Gallagher to mark the 30th anniversary of debut album Definitely MaybeCredit: PUMA / BEEMOne supporter fumed that the Definitely City strip – part-designed by the band’s Noel Gallagher to mark the 30th anniversary of debut album Definitely Maybe – was “the worst footie kit I’ve ever seen.”But in the league of garish football garb, the peach and blue shirt is nowhere near top of the table. Garish classic replica football shirts are trendy with Gen Z, who are as likely to flaunt an obscure top as they are a team’s main colours.True collectors will want all three – home, away and third kits, which can cost £80 to £110 each. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIf the strips have been “match-worn” by a star player in a memorable game they can fetch thousands of pounds.That has led to clubs battling to put out even more eye-catching kit.Premier League champs City went further, by introducing the Definitely City strip – inspired by the front room shown on the album’s cover – to be worn during home matches in the Champions League this season.The “authentic” shirt will set fans back £125. But it does come in a “collector’s box” featuring Noel on the front.Most read in FootballSo which club kits are winners and which deserve to be relegated to the nearest charity shop?Fashion Editor Clemmie Fieldsend is our referee.How much every Premier League club earns in shirt sponsorsMANCHESTER CITYBOSS Pep Guardiola strummed the guitar in a photoshoot recreation of Oasis’s Definitely Maybe album for the fourth kit’s launch.And while the shirt’s colours, seen above on Erling Haaland, are inspired by the famous album cover, they don’t appear to be in tune with fans who prefer the famous sky-blue hues.Clemmie says: “Some might say this Oasis themed shirt is Wonderwall, but Man alive, it’s reminding me of a dinner lady’s tabard.”NORWICH CITYThere is no excuse for this Norwich City multi-coloured goalie kitCredit: Norwich CityTHE Canaries can’t do much about the fact their yellow and green colours resemble what might be regurgitated after a heavy night out.But there is no excuse for this multi-coloured goalie kit, which is even more offensive to the eyes than their much sought-after early Nineties home shirt.Clemmie says: “The print looks like it’s come straight off a bus seat, and that’s not a fashion goal or a keeper.”TOTTENHAMTottenham’s army-green kitsCredit: tottenhamhotspur.comIT’S perhaps understandable that Tottenham fans might want to go out in camouflage after the Premier League side’s poor start to the season.But surely their army-green third shirt blends in too much with the turf and will make it difficult for team-mates to pick each other out.Clemmie says: “It may be ‘first the worst’ in the children’s rhyme, but third has outdone it when it comes to Tottenham’s reserve shirt.”IPSWICH TOWNIpswich Town’s pink and white third kit is sponsored by Ed Sheeran’s world tourED SHEERAN has worn his beloved Ipswich Town’s third kit, which is sponsored by his world tour.While the ­pop collaboration makes sense, the pink colour with white musical frequencies on it is nothing but a bad equation.Clemmie says: “Featuring sound waves from fans at Portman Road, plus the local coastline, Framlingham Castle and Wolsey’s Gate – local tourism chiefs must be thrilled.”CHELSEAIt looks like Chelsea have stuck a white top in a washing machine with blue dye to create this kitHAVING splashed out more than £300million on players this summer, it seems the West London club didn’t have much cash left over to hire a kit designer.Instead they seem to have stuck a white top in a washing machine with blue dye and left it to see what would happen.Clemmie says: “It’s not very likely that this child-like design is going to ignite any fires in fashion.”STOKE CITYStoke City’s third kit reminds Clemmie of ‘Lady Gaga’s famous meat dress’Credit: Southampton FCTHE Championship side have just sacked their manager Steven Schumacher – but the designers who did their third kit deserve the push as well. For a part of the world that is famous for its potteries, you might think they could do better.Clemmie says: “Stoke City’s third kit reminds me of Lady Gaga’s famous meat dress with its patchy pink design – and not in a good way.”ARSENALArsenal supporters blasted the decision to have kits with similar colours to those of Man CityTHE Gunners have gone for a sky-blue third kit, with very similar colours to those of their biggest league rivals, Man City.But that decision has been blasted by supporters of the North London side.Clemmie says: “The light blue and lilac colours have a look of the Premier League title holders’ shirt about them. “But despite the critics, it is the most versatile and fashionable of the lot.”SUNDERLANDSunderland’s shirt looks like a Wetherspoons plate, say fansSTARE too long at The Black Cats’ third kit and you are liable to be hypnotised by its Seventies-style pattern.Look closer at the blue shirt and you will see a colliery wheel, which celebrates the city and wider North East’s proud coal mining history.Clemmie says: “Some fans have taken a stand against it saying it looks like a Wetherspoons plate.”LEICESTER CITYLeicester City’s black Adidas shirt, with gold and pink splashes, looks fadedTHERE is nothing foxy about the away kit Jamie Vardy is wearing for The Foxes this season.The black Adidas shirt, with gold and pink splashes, looks faded – a bit like Leicester City’s ­survival hopes.Clemmie says: “There’s the vintage look and then there’s ‘mouldy’. Bit of an own-goal.”BRIGHTONBrighton’s striped yellow and blue away kit ‘has a retro feel’, says ClemmieCredit: NikeBRIGHTON’S striped yellow and blue away kit has drawn comparisons with those pesky cartoon Minions.But the Seagulls have had a strong start to the season, so maybe those bright colours are helping to put off the opposition.Clemmie says: “Brighton’s new kit has a retro feel that bumps it right up the fashion league table.”SOUTHAMPTONSouthampton’s pink kit has been described as ‘up there with the worst kits ever’Credit: Southampton FCFANS of newly promoted Saints described their new third kit as “needing sunglasses to see it” and “up there with the worst kits ever”.Pondering the South coast side’s dodgy history of questionable shirts, Clemmie says: “While they say their strip ‘follows the dazzle concept’, the Pepto Bismol pink colour makes me feel a little queasy and should be quickly relegated.”READ MORE SUN STORIESHOW THEY PEPPED UP  OASIS  LP  COVERMan City stars recreate Oasis’ legendary album coverCredit: PUMA / BEEMThe original Definitely Maybe cover by OasisTHE Definitely City kit is inspired by the Definitely Maybe cover, and the publicity material for it was shot in a living room based on the cover, with City’s Kyle Walker, Jess Park, Ederson and Mateo Kovacic joining manager Pep Guardiola. It also features images of City legends Colin Bell and Sergio Aguero. More

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      Manuel Akanji reveals major problem with Man City’s ‘Oasis kit’ that led to embarrassing moment vs Inter Milan

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      MANUEL AKANJI has revealed the one major issue he found with Manchester City’s new fourth kit.Pep Guardiola’s side donned the new strip during their Champions League clash with Inter Milan on Wednesday – despite playing at home.Man City debuted their new fourth kit on WednesdayCredit: AFPManuel Akanji admitted he got confused due to the colours at one point during the matchCredit: GettyThe new blue, yellow and white shirt has been co-designed by lifelong City fan and Oasis singer Noel Gallagher.But some supporters have branded it one of the worst they have ever seen.Man City defender Akanji wasn’t as harsh when giving his opinion after the match.However, he did highlight one major issue.Read More in FootballThe Swiss star explained: “I like it a lot. I’d seen it already before I was at the shooting when we did it for Puma.”One action I got confused with the referee on the sideline, I thought it was Bernardo (Silva) so I passed the ball to him.”But otherwise I like the kit a lot and I’m looking forward to playing more in it.”Officials wore bright yellow shirts and socks with black shorts during the Champions League clash.Most read in Champions LeagueFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnd in the second half, Akanji appeared to get the two yellows mixed up and accidentally passed the ball to a linesman.The match between City and Inter ended 0-0 at the Etihad Stadium.Watch England star Jude Bellingham’s classy gesture to gutted Manuel Akanji after Euro 2024 penalty missDespite the result, Guardiola was pleased with his team’s performance.He said: “It was a difficult match, but we knew it beforehand.”Inter are a wonderful team. They defended well and were dangerous on the counterattack. But we played well in the second half and had at least 4-5 chances.”But we are also a fantastic team. I am very happy to coach this group and be able to attack against a team that defends so well. And let’s not forget they’re the Italian champions.” More

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      Man City debut ‘Oasis kit’ but unveiling massively backfires as fans call it ‘worst ever’ and compare it to iconic sweet

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      MANCHESTER CITY’S new “Oasis kit” has been slammed by fans with some even comparing it to an iconic sweet.Pep Guardiola’s men hosted Inter Milan in their opening game of the new-look Champions League on Wednesday night.Manchester City debuted their new ‘Oasis’ kit on Wednesday nightCredit: EPAFans were less than impressed with the style of the shirtCredit: RexThe match marked the first time the players have pulled on their fourth kit – which is being sold under the name “Definitely City”.It has been co-designed by Oasis guitarist and songwriter Noel Gallagher – who is a die-hard Man City fan.However, the style of the strip has not gone down well among fans on social media.The colour is inspired by the shade of Oasis’ debut album “Definitely Maybe” – which is celebrating its 30-year anniversary.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe main yellow-ish base has been paired with Man City’s usual blue trim.But many will be pleased they are only set to wear the strip in European competition.One reacted: “That City kit may be the worst footy kit I’ve ever laid my eyes on.”Another added: “That Man City kit is awful, I honestly thought they were wearing bibs over their home kit for a minute.”Most read in Champions LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA third replied: “Some might say it’s horrible but I’m like, whatever.”While a fourth compared it to the popular sweet Refreshers, responding: “Looks like a Refresher sweet.”Micah Richards wore the shirt on CBS Sports’ Champions League coverageOne fan compared the Man City shirt to the Refreshers sweetHow much every Premier League club earns in shirt sponsorsFormer Man City defender Micah Richards wore the shirt on CBS Sports’ coverage of the Champions League.And he was one of the few that seemed to be enjoying the design.He said: “Oh my gosh, what a shirt.”Oasis recently announced they were reuniting after 15 years for a huge tour next summer.The colour of the shirt has been inspired by the cover of Oasis’ debut album More

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      Why are Man City not wearing their blue home kit against Inter Milan?

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      MANCHESTER CITY start their Champions League campaign against Inter Milan TONIGHT.Pep Guardiola’s men beat the Italian giants 1-0 in the 2022/23 European Cup final – to lift the iconic trophy for the first time in the club’s history and claim a historic Treble in the process.Manchester City beat Inter Milan in the 2022/23 Champions League finalCredit: AlamyLast season, City were knocked out of the Champions League at the quarter-final stage by eventual winners Real Madrid.Guardiola will be hoping for an improved campaign in Europe this term but face some difficult tests during the new-look league phase.City will take on the likes of Sporting Lisbon, Juventus and PSG after their thrilling opener against Inter at the Etihad this evening.But the Manchester outfit won’t be donning their classic sky blue strip this evening – SunSport has the reason why.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhy are Man City not wearing their blue home kit against Inter Milan?During tonight’s Champions League clash at the Etihad, Man City will wear a special edition fourth strip instead of their regular home colours.The iconic kit marks the 30th anniversary of legendary Oasis album Definitely Maybe, with the design of the kit drawing inspiration from the album cover.Manchester City’s fourth kit draws inspiration from the album cover of Oasis’ Definitely MaybeCredit: Manchester CityThe kit will debut against Inter MilanCredit: Manchester CityThe strip has been named ‘The Definitely City kit’ and will be worn exclusively in select European fixtures.Oasis guitarist and lifelong Man City fan Noel Gallagher was involved in designing the kit.Most read in Champions LeagueSpeaking to City Studios, the legendary musician said: “It’s a proper honour.”When the guys from PUMA approached us at one of the games, I took about five seconds to agree to it.”It’s the same colour palette as the cover of Definitely Maybe. I think it’s unique, but it’s definitely striking and I think it looks great.”When you see people represent your Club, it’s important that they look good.”Definitely Maybe has never lost its magic to me. I just think it’s an amazing snapshot of what we were about.”With the anniversary, I’ve been listening to it a lot more than I would ever listen to it. You know, it makes me smile. They were great times. Really, really great. I mean, it’s spawned a great football kit. So its legacy lives on.” More

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      ‘I spoke to Noel’ says talkSPORT host as he reveals first date Oasis could be seen together again

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      WITH Oasismania sweeping the country, fans are eagerly awaiting the chance to see them perform after the best part of two decades.However, talkSPORT host Simon Jordan has hinted that Noel and Liam Gallagher could be seen back together sooner than we think.Simon Jordan has suggested Oasis could be reunited next monthCredit: talkSPORTNoel and Liam have announced a comeback tour 15 years after they splitCredit: EPAThe Gallagher brother’s last performance came back in August 2009.But after 15 years, it was announced earlier this week they had put an end to their feud and would reunite and perform together once again. Little by little the band teased the dates of their comeback tour from July 2025.However, they may even be in line for a reunion as soon as next month, according to former Crystal Palace owner Jordan.READ MORE IN SPORTAnd if he is proven right, it would mean Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois is not the only supersonic sight at Wembley on September 21.Speaking on talkSPORT, the 56-year-old said: “I spoke to Noel yesterday all about [the Oasis reunion].”It’s funny because I asked him – basically he came to the fight between Joshua Buatsi and Dan Azeez [in February] – and I had asked him about September 21.Most read in Boxing”His reason for not going was because he didn’t think it was a good look, if he was in the crowd, Liam was singing and he was wearing earmuffs!BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”But now they’ve all made friends and a big bag of money around the world for them [it could change].”He loves going [to the big fights], all this hullabaloo for Oasis reforming, they didn’t make the same noise for Blur.”Oasis WILL announce more tour dates – as Noel and Liam are joined by iconic original member for tourLiam, 51, is playing a mini-gig ahead of the supernova heavyweight clash.Oasis’ albums “Definitely Maybe” and “[What’s the Story?] Morning Glory” are two of the highest-selling albums in British history.When they split in 2009, Noel, 57, said: “It’s with some sadness and great relief to tell you that I quit Oasis tonight. Oasis 2025 tour dates REVEALEDOASIS brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher have revealed a 14 gig comeback tour next summer – here are the detailsThe Wonderwall hitmakers will delight crowds as follows:JULY 20254th – Cardiff, Principality Stadium5th – Cardiff, Principality Stadium11th – Manchester, Heaton Park12th – Manchester, Heaton Park19th – Manchester, Heaton Park20th – Manchester, Heaton Park25th – London, Wembley Stadium26th – London, Wembley StadiumAUGUST 20252nd – London, Wembley Stadium3rd – London, Wembley Stadium8th – Edinburgh, Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium9th – Edinburgh, Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium16th – Dublin, Croke Park17th – Dublin, Croke Park*If you click on a link in this boxout, we may earn affiliate revenue.Tickets for the UK dates go on sale from 9am on Saturday, August 31st and will be available from www.ticketmaster.co.uk, www.gigsandtours.com and www.seetickets.com. Dublin tickets will be available from 8am that same day from www.ticketmaster.ie.”People will write and say what they like but I simply could not go on working with Liam a day longer.”While it is unlikely the pair will perform at Wembley together, seeing them both present at the national stadium would be a huge feat in itself whatever happens.The Wembley spectacle – the winner of which will land the IBF heavyweight title – is already a sell-out with more than 90,000 fans expected to cram in for the Battle of Britain.READ MORE SUN STORIESSaudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh, who is staging the event, revealed he received a request to expand the capacity to more than 94,000. This would see the British boxing record set by Tyson Fury vs Dillian Whyte in 2021 Slide Away. More

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      How football has changed since Oasis’ last gig, from their beloved Man City’s 115 charges to Chelsea signing 133 players

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      OASIS announced one of the most eagerly-anticipated reunions in British music history on Tuesday morning.The legendary rock band will play a series of shows next summer as brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher put their differences to one side, 15 years after splitting up in acrimonious circumstances.Oasis split in the summer of 2009 after a backstage fightCredit: GettyLiam and Noel Gallagher announced the reunion on TuesdayCredit: EPASince the band broke up, the Gallaghers’ beloved Manchester City have gone from strength to strength.After winning their first top-flight league title in 44 years in 2012 and regaining it in 2014, the arrival of Pep Guardiola has brought six triumphs in as many years.And it is not just at the Etihad where huge changes have occurred, but across the football landscape as a whole.Here are 15 ways the game has [or has not] changed since Oasis’ split.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMan City chargedThe Gallagher brothers have watched their beloved Man City win EIGHT Premier League titles since the band split.Yet a number of those could be in jeopardy if they are found guilty of the 115 charges – which they vehemently deny – facing them.A hearing into alleged financial irregularities is scheduled for November, with relegation from the Premier League potentially on the cards should they be on the wrong end of the ruling.Manchester City are facing allegations of financial irregularitiesCredit: ReutersChelsea sign 133 playersBack in 2009, Chelsea were still in the early years of their Roman Abramovich era, spending at will and competing for Premier League titles.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSNowadays, they are continuing to splash the cash but with less on-field success under new American owner Todd Boehly.All told, they have spent more than £2.5BILLION and signed a remarkable 133 PLAYERS.Liam and Noel Gallagher reveal UK tour dates for huge Oasis reunion shows – and when tickets go on saleMore than £1bn of that has come since Boehly took over just two years ago.Chelsea have spent an astonishing amount over the past 15 yearsCredit: GettyCristiano Ronaldo returns to Man UtdCristiano Ronaldo left Manchester United to join Real Madrid just two months before Oasis’ final gig.He spent nearly a decade in Spain, establishing himself as one of the all-time greats, before enjoying three years in Italy with Juventus.In 2021, he returned to Man Utd for a second spell and scored 27 goals in 54 games, but ultimately left just over a year later after falling out with manager Erik ten Hag.From England to Spain to Italy and back, Ronaldo is now winding down his career in Saudi Arabia with Al-Nassr.Cristiano Ronaldo returned to Manchester United in 2021 after 12 years awayCredit: PALeicester win Premier LeagueLeicester’s last 15 years have been an astonishing rollercoaster ride.In the season before Oasis split, the Foxes had just been promoted into the Championship.Five years later they made it into the Premier League and within two years their fairytale was complete as they became champions in the most breathtaking fashion.And their story did not end there. They narrowly avoided the drop, won the FA Cup, got relegated and promoted back to the Premier League all within the following decade.Leicester’s last 10 years have been a remarkable rollercoasterCredit: PAEngland reach back-to-back Euros finalsIn 2009, England were coming off the back of failing to qualify for the Euros.They had not reached the semi-final of a major tournament since 1990 and things continued to look bleak when Fabio Capello’s men were thrashed 4-1 by Germany in the last-16 of the World Cup 12 months later.Enter Gareth Southgate in 2016, who led England to the semi-finals of World Cup 2018, before back-to-back Euros finals.Unfortunately, he departed this summer without a trophy, but the progression from laughing stocks to the nearly men of international football is stark.Gareth Southgate reached successive Euros finals as England head coachCredit: GettyRecord transfer fees and wage increasesThe money in football has risen to astonishing heights over the last 15 years.Ronaldo’s world record transfer from Man Utd to Real Madrid had just been completed for £80m in 2009.Eight years later and that record had more than doubled to £198m when Neymar moved from Barcelona to PSG.And it is not just transfer fees that have soared. Wages have also gone to stratospheric levels.Carlos Tevez was the highest-paid player in the Premier League when Oasis split, receiving £250,000 per week.Nowadays that would not even see him make the top 10 in England’s top flight.The record transfer fee more than doubled from 2009 to 2017Credit: AFP or licensorsCarlos Tevez was the best-paid Premier League player 15 years ago on £250,000 per weekCredit: AFPTottenham fail to win a trophyA lot has changed in football over the last 15 years but some things remain the same.Tottenham’s last trophy triumph came 18 months before Oasis split when they beat Chelsea to lift the 2008 League Cup.Since then they have finished second in the Premier League, reached a Champions League final and two League Cup finals… but a trophy has still eluded them.Tottenham have not won a trophy since the 2008 League CupCredit: GettyMessi and Ronaldo win 12 Ballon d’OrsWhen Oasis split, up Lionel Messi did not have any Ballon d’Or awards to his name.His first came four months later and he has gone on to pick up another SEVEN – the last of which came after he led Argentina to World Cup glory.Yet despite his dominance, he has been pushed all the way by long-time rival Ronaldo who has won the award five times – four of which came after Oasis broke up.Luka Modric and Karim Benzema are the only players outside Messi and Ronaldo to have won the Ballon d’Or since 2009.Lionel Messi won eight Ballon d’Or awards between 2009 and 2023Credit: GettyCristiano Ronaldo has five Ballon d’Or trophies, the first of which came one year before Oasis splitCredit: AP:Associated Press24 Watford managersMalky Mackay had just begun his second stint with Watford when the Gallagher brothers called it quits.He was at the helm for two years, longer than all of the 23 managerial spells that have followed over the course of the last 15 years.From Sean Dyche to Gianfranco Zola, Marco Silva, Claudio Ranieri, Roy Hodgson, and now Tom Cleverley – who had not even made his Man Utd debut when Oasis broke up – it has been non-stop change at Vicarage Road.Watford have had 24 managerial changes including caretakers since 2009Credit: ReutersVARRemember football without VAR?After Oasis ceased to exist, football remained without VAR technology for another 10 years.Goal-line technology was introduced in 2014, but it was not until 2019 when VAR came into the Premier League.It remains up for discussion whether it has helped or hindered the game.VAR was implemented in the Premier League at the start of the 2019/20 campaignCredit: AlamyLuis Suarez’s bitingLuis Suarez had not even signed for Liverpool when Oasis split. He had just scored 28 goals for Ajax and was about to bag 49 in 48 matches in the 2009/10 season.He would go on to enjoy a storied career at Liverpool, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid, but it is his habit of BITING opposition players that he also made headlines for.He first sunk his teeth into PSV Eindhoven’s Otman Bakkal in 2010, before he came to England and did the same to Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic in 2013.But he did not learn as he then bit Giorgio Chiellini at the 2014 World Cup and received a four-month suspension from all football which delayed his Barcelona debut.Luis Suarez bit Chelsea’s Branislav Ivanovic in 2013Credit: Sky SportsHe then did the same to Giorgio Chiellini at the 2014 World CupCredit: BBCRooney didn’t have hairWayne Rooney was at the peak of his powers back in 2009 and about to score 34 goals in the 2009/10 season.But it is safe to say his hairline was struggling despite the England striker being just 24 years old.Now in 2024, the new Plymouth boss has a far stronger head of hair thanks to a transplant.Wayne Rooney was losing his hair in his mid-20sCredit: ReutersThe Manchester United legend now has a far stronger head of hairCredit: PAMilner set to win Young Player of the YearIn 2009, James Milner was about to kick off his third season with Aston Villa – a Premier League campaign that would earn him the Young Player of the Year award.A decade and a half on and Milner is still playing in the Premier League.The Brighton man, 38, a three-time Premier League and Champions League winner, is now just 17 shy of Gareth Barry’s Prem appearance record of 653.James Milner was named the Young Player of the Year one year after Oasis splitCredit: PA:Press AssociationMilner is now closing in on becoming the record Premier League appearance makerCredit: GettyNeville and Carragher still enemiesManchester United legend Gary Neville and Liverpool icon Jamie Carragher were still bitter rivals facing off against one another 15 years ago.Fast-forward to the present day and they are now good friends working together on a weekly basis for Sky Sports.Many would have said back in 2009 a Neville-Carragher partnership was less likely than an Oasis reunion.How times change.Jamie Carragher and Gary Neville have gone from rivals to friendsCredit: Getty Images – GettyNeville and Carragher are now Sky Sports colleagues and good palsCredit: GettyLamine Yamal was two years oldSpain superstar Lamine Yamal won the European Championship this summer as he scored in the semi-final and was named the Young Player of the Tournament having started the competition aged 16.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd rewinding to Oasis’ break-up is a good way of demonstrating just how young the Barcelona forward is.Yamal had just celebrated his second birthday when the Gallagher brothers’ bust-up caused the band to split.Lamine Yamal had only just celebrated his second birthday when Oasis split upCredit: Rex More

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      I nearly joined Man City because of Oasis… I thought I’d get to meet Liam and Noel Gallagher, says Italy legend

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      AN ITALY legend almost joined Manchester City because of his love for Oasis.The midfielder once revealed he was almost swayed by the prospect of meeting Liam and Noel Gallagher.Daniele De Rossi almost joined Manchester City in 2012 because of OasisCredit: Getty – ContributorThe Italy legend was nearly swayed by the prospect of meeting Liam and Noel GallagherCredit: EPAHowever, he ultimately opted against a move to the Etihad Stadium.The player in question is former Roma captain Daniele De Rossi, who was considering a move to City back in 2012.De Rossi had hoped signing for the club would allow him to meet the Gallagher brothers.Both huge City fans, they have often been spotted in the crowd at matches.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLNoel was even seen performing the ‘Poznan’ in the away end at Fulham last season.Discussing his love for the band, De Rossi told Roma’s club website in 2016: “They’re the band from my teenage years. I grew up listening to them and I know all their songs off by heart.”I liked those guys, they were real characters. They weren’t always conventional or very easily approachable but I really liked the stereotype they represented – rock stars off their heads.”On potentially joining City, he added: “There was a lot of talk about me moving to Manchester City a few years ago but I’ve never wanted to leave Rome.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”What excited me the most about that prospect, however, was the fact that I could have met the Gallagher brothers.”De Rossi ultimately stayed at Roma for another seven years before joining Boca Juniors.Liam and Noel Gallagher reveal UK tour dates for huge Oasis reunion shows – and when tickets go on saleHe went on to retire from professional football after just six months in Argentina.During his legendary spell with the Giallorossi, the 41-year-old made 616 appearances and scored 63 goals.He also won the Italian Cup twice before returning as manager in January of this year.Oasis are also making a return in 2025 after confirming the dates for their UK and Ireland tour on Tuesday.The rock group are set to play four gigs at Wembley Stadium as part of a blockbuster reunion next summer.Shows have also been announced in Cardiff, Manchester, Edinburgh and Dublin.Who are these famous footballers? More

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      Noel Gallagher was two hours late for an Oasis gig as he wouldn’t stop talking to me about my Man City career

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      NOEL GALLAGHER was once late for an Oasis gig because he got caught up talking to cult hero Georgi Kinkladze.The musician and die-hard Manchester City fan spent hours chatting to the midfielder about his time at Maine Road.
      Noel Gallagher was once two hours late to a gig after talking to Georgi KinkladzeCredit: Redferns
      Kinkladze became friends with Gallagher during his time at Manchester CityCredit: Getty
      Kinkladze spent three years with City after signing from Dinamo Tbilisi in 1995.
      During that time, the Georgian struck up a friendship with Oasis, and remains pals with the bandmembers to this day.
      His relationship with Gallagher, who is regularly seen watching his beloved City in the stands, almost got the pair in hot water at one concert.
      Speaking to FourFourTwo in 2021, Kinkladze explained: “Oasis always had my respect as they were die-hard City supporters and wouldn’t miss a match unless they were on tour.
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      “After performing at Maine Road once, they invited City players backstage and that’s how our friendship started.
      “We’re still mates to this day. I remember going to an Oasis gig in Moscow and the security guard was a City fan.
      “He clocked me straight away and took me over to Noel Gallagher. Their concert was supposed to start at 3pm, but we spent two hours talking to each other, reminiscing.
      “At 5pm, the organisers began banging on the door, trying to get him to finally go on stage! Whenever I’m back in Manchester, I always meet him.”
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      Kinkladze starred for City in both the Premier League and First Division, scoring 21 goals in 114 appearances.
      He departed for Ajax in 1998 following relegation to the third tier of English football.
      The former Georgia international later returned to the Premier League during a three-year spell with Derby.
      His career also included stints in Germany, Argentina, Cyprus and Russia before retiring in 2007 aged 33.
      Musician Gallagher is a die-hard City supporterCredit: Umbro More