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    Fans baffled as Harry Styles spotted in Sky Sports studio before Luton vs Man Utd clash

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    BAFFLED football fans could not believe Harry Styles turned up in the Sky Sports studio at Luton Town.The pop star, 30, made a shock appearance at Kenilworth Road as the Hatters hosted Manchester United on Super Sunday.
    Harry Styles popped by the Sky Sports studioCredit: Twitter @SkySportsPL
    Jamie Redknapp gave Dave Jones banter about his reactionCredit: Twitter @SkySportsPL
    And Sky Sports revealed the former One Director singer even popped in to say hello to Gary Neville and Co.
    Classy Styles, who grew up in Cheshire, was clearly keen to Treat People With Kindness with his random arrival.
    During half-time of Brighton’s thumping win at Sheffield United, they played a short clip showing the surprise visitor.
    Styles is shown chatting to pundit Jamie Redknapp, posing for a selfie with Curtis Davies and Tom Lockyer watches on, sharing a joke with Dave Jones and posing for a group photo with the crew.
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    It prompted some brilliant on-air banter between Redknapp and presenter Jones.
    Jones said: “This is the hottest ticket in town in Luton today. Look who’s here, Harry Styles, pop superstar.
    “I’ve never seen Jamie Redknapp move so fast out of his chair to get his selfie. How’s your hamstring?”
    Redknapp replied: “Oh really. Watch you here now… look how thirsty you get when he walks past you.
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    “‘Oh can I have some tickets please!’ ‘Yeah do one mate!'”
    It is a remarkable Sign Of The Times for Luton to welcome the global A-list celebrity to their 11,500-seater stadium which fans famously must go between houses to enter.
    Erik ten Hag previews Man Utd’s testing trip to Luton on Super Sunday
    And fans watching the Satellite television were utterly bemused.
    One said: “This is the most random thing I’ve ever seen. Harry Styles… at Kenilworth Road??”
    Another wrote: “Luton fan: falls into coma after losing 5-1 to Gateshead in 2013. Wakes up in 2024 to see Harry Styles on Sky Sports getting ready to watch Luton vs Man Utd.”
    A third added: “Harry Styles is currently in LUTON???
    A fourth commented: “Feels like this could be the Premier League’s Taylor Swift moment and I’m here for it.”
    And a final user joked: “And yet still Rob Edwards is the best looking guy at The Kenny.”
    Luton are hoping to write History with a first win over the Red Devils since a 2-1 win at Kenilworth Road way back in March 1987.
    And victory would be the Perfect gift for skipper Lockyer on punditry duties as he continues his recovery from the cardiac arrest suffered at Bournemouth in December.
    The Welshman said: “I’m doing well, I really am. Obviously, I’m incredibly lucky to be stood here and be in such good spirits but I am really well.
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    “I was a bit disorientated. I couldn’t speak, I couldn’t move, and I was just trying to take in what was happening.
    “While that was going on I remember thinking ‘I could be dying here’. It’s quite a surreal thought to have.”
    Tom Lockyer was on punditry duty for SkyCredit: Twitter @SkySportsPL
    Fans could barely believe what they had seenCredit: Twitter @SkySportsPL More

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      YouTube star Deji calls out One Direction’s Liam Payne after beating rapper Swarmz on brother KSI’s undercard

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      YOUTUBE star Deji got back to winning ways in the boxing ring and claimed his next fight is heading in only One Direction. The social media star – brother to YouTube sensation KSI – was largely dominant over four rounds against rapper Swarmz.
      YouTuber Deji beat rapper SwarmzCredit: PA
      Singer Liam Payne was at KSI’s fight and brother Deji wants to fight him nextCredit: PA
      He managed to back Swarmz onto the ropes for much of the action, landing catchy body shots and uppercuts.
      Deji, 26, was the busier and more accurate of the two, deservedly winning on points before calling out One Direction superstar Liam Payne.
      He said: “I’ve heard Liam Payne is here. I wanna fight someone from One Direction.
      “Everyone who has come out, thank you. And everyone watching at home, thank you.”
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      It was Deji’s first bout since facing Floyd Mayweather in a shock exhibition in November.
      He was beaten in six rounds by the boxing legend in Dubai and called out other icons of the sport like Manny Pacquiao.
      But his anticipated return came against musician Swarmz – real name Brandon Scott.
      Swarmz had suffered an embarrassing loss to KSI in August in a fight he took on two weeks notice.
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      But he came back with victory over online rival Ryan Taylor and hunted revenge on KSI and his brother.
      It set the scene for a co-headliner at Wembley Arena, ahead of KSI’s main event against Joe Fournier.
      Although Swarmz proved out of his depth again, having spent more of the fight on the retreat defending Deji’s combinations.
      Swarmz was beaten by Deji on pointsCredit: PA More

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      Liam Payne will NOT fight Tommy Fury as One Direction star and Love Island boxer face off for Soccer Aid

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      LIAM PAYNE and Tommy Fury have confirmed they WILL go toe-to-toe with one another – but only on the footie pitch.One Direction star Payne sent social media into meltdown earlier this week by sharing a mock-up fight poster of himself and Fury.
      Liam Payne teased a shock fight with Tommy Fury earlier this week
      But the pair will go toe-to-toe on the footy pitch at Soccer Aid 2023 – in which Fury will play for the rest of the worldCredit: PA
      Liam Payne will once again lace up his boots for EnglandCredit: Rex
      Fans of Payne and former Love Islander Fury couldn’t believe their eyes as the duo teased a shock bout.
      But their shock celeb dust-up was called off on Thursday live on Good Morning Britain, where it was revealed the pair will go after one another on the pitch in Soccer Aid 2023 on June 11.
      Fury confirmed he will be part of the World XI in the latest celebrity fundraising match, the profits of which help struggling children around the world.
      TNT said: “I’m taking off my boxing gloves and lacing up my football boots.”
      He added: “The big match is taking place at Old Trafford, Manchester.
      “I’ll see you there.”

      Payne said: “Hey, GMB. After losing last year, I had to come back for Soccer Aid for UNICEF and have one more crack at winning that trophy.”
      Payne skippered England in last year’s Soccer Aid match in front of 54,000 fans at the London Stadium.
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      But the singing sensation will hand over the armband to Euro 2022 winner Jill Scott for this year’s match.
      He said: “I’ve handed over my captain’s armband to Jill Scott.
      “Because I’m not going to mess with the Lioness.”
      Fury – who is still on cloud nine after winning his grudge match with YouTuber-turnd-boxer Jake Paul in February – will join Usain Bolt, Lee Mack, Steven Bartlett, Kem Cetinay, Mo Gilligan, Masie Adam, Heather O’Reilly and Kaylin Kyle in the World XI.
      Paddy McGuinness, Jermaine Defoe, Karen Carney, Gary Cahill, Jack Wilshere, Bugzy Malone, Tom Grennan, Sir Mo Farah, Alex Brooker, Gary Neville, Paul Scholes, Chunkz, Joel Corry, Eni Aluko, David James, Scarlette Douglas and Nicky Butt make up the rest of the England squad.
      England will look to avenge the penalty heartache they suffered against the World XI last summer.
      Payne’s troops suffered a 4-1 shootout loss, which saw the World XI move into a 6-5 series lead since the inaugural 2006 match. More

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      ‘Unfit’ One Direction star Louis Tomlinson lifts lid on moment he THREW UP at Celtic after Agbonlahor horror tackle

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      ONE DIRECTION star Louis Tomlinson has opened up on the moment he threw up at Celtic Park.The singer-songwriter was playing at a charity match at the Scottish giants’ stadiums in 2013 when the incident happened.
      Louis Tomlinson was left on the floor after a heavy tackle from Gabby Agbonlahor.Credit: Keith Campbell – The Sun Glasgow
      He proceeded to be sick after the challengeCredit: Roddy Scott – The Sun Glasgow
      He was left being sick on the pitch after a heavy challenge from former Aston Villa star Gabby Agbonlahor.
      Tomlinson was left hobbling by the tackle and has now spoken about it.
      Louis, now 31, told FFT: “I was playing in a charity match at Celtic Park.
      “I got the ball and turned to my right, then Gabby Agbonlahor came through the back of me and I tore my medial ligament.
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      “A combination of the impact and me being very unfit meant I ended up throwing up all over Celtic’s stadium, which I know will please a lot of Rangers supporters.”
      The game was taking place in order to raise money for former Celtic and Aston Villa midfielder Stiliyan Petrov.
      Petrov had to retire from football in 2013 after being diagnosed with leukaemia.
      Agbonlahor was subsequently targeted by One Direction fans on social media, which has caused him to be very apologetic to Louis.
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      Agbonlahor said after the game: “It was one of those things.
      “I’ll apologise to Louis when we meet up.
      “I know he enjoyed playing in the game and it’s fantastic that he took time out to be here.”
      Louis was playing for the Celtic XI, and Agbonlahor was on the side of the Petrov XI.
      The former England striker finished on the winning side as the game ended 5-3 in front of 60,000 spectators. More

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      Incredible moment One Direction star Louis Tomlinson is PHOTOBOMBED by Celtic hero Tom Rogic as fans all say same thing

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      CELTIC favourite Tom Rogic hasn’t been seen much since his Parkhead exit at the end of last season.But he’s popped up in absolutely sensational fashion and Hoops fans are loving it!
      Rogic left Celtic at end of last season after almost a decade with the HoopsCredit: Kenneth Ramsay
      Eagle-eyed fans spotted Rogic in the background (Credit: Twitter/@sateliiteiive)
      The 29-year old withdrew from the Australia squad ahead of June’s World Cup qualifiers, with boss Graham Arnold revealing he was ‘concerned’ about the midfielder’s welfare.
      Rogic was subsequently spotted training in Sydney as Hoops manager Ange Postecoglou insisted there was no reason to be worried about the ace.
      National team boss Arnold revealed last week he had now had contact from Rogic, but other than that, not much else has been heard about the star as he continues his search for a new club.
      Eagle-eyed Celtic fans on social media have spotted the title-winning hero in the most unlikely of scenarios.
      It stems from a picture posted by a fan account dedicated to former One Direction stars Harry Styles and Louis Tomlinson.
      The snap taken at Melbourne Airport shows pop superstar Louis posing with an excited group of fans in the airport terminal.
      The 30-year old has arrived down under for his rescheduled solo tour in the country.
      But it certainly isn’t Louis that has caught the attention as far as Hoops fans are concerned.
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      That’s because if you look closely in the background, you can spot none other than Tom Rogic himself!
      The ex-Celtic star can be seen strolling past, seemingly blissfully unaware of what’s going on just in front of him.
      Parkhead fans have been absolutely loving the incredible pic and have taken to social media to react.
      Rogic walked by, just minding his own business! (Credit: Twitter/@sateliiteiive)
      One fan found it hilarious, saying: “Why is Tom Rogic in the background?”
      Another said: “7 billion/1 odds of Tom Rogic photobombing Louis Tomlinson – but there you have it!”
      A third added: “They don’t even know they are in the presence of a real legend.”
      Another Hoops fan said: “Louis is cool – but has he won a Scottish treble?”
      Rogic turned down a move to Indonesia following his emotional Parkhead departure in May.
      He’s also been courted by A-League clubs but has so far not made a commitment on where his future lies.
      Aussie boss Arnold will be hoping he’s raring to go come November when Australia head to Qatar for the World Cup finals.
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      Agbonlahor received death threats after clattering Louis Tomlinson in charity game leaving One Direction star vomiting

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      FORMER Aston Villa star Gabby Agbonlahor says he was sent DEATH THREATS after he injured Louis Tomlinson during a charity match back.The pair were pitted against each other in an unlikely match-up in 2013 for Agbonlahor’s ex-Aston Villa team-mate Stilyan Petrov’s foundation to raise money for leukaemia sufferers.
      Gabby Agbonlahor claims he was sent death threats for clattering into One Direction star Louis Tomlinson during a charity gameCredit: The Sun
      The ex-Villa striker steamrolled into the helpless singer in the second half of the gameCredit: BT Sport
      Agbonlahor’s aggressiveness left Tomlinson in a heap and he subsequently left the pitch to vomitCredit: BT Sport
      One Direction star Louis Tomlinson in agony on the pitchCredit: BT Sport
      Tomlinson subsequently left the pitch to vomit shortly after half-time following Agbonlahor’s ferocious challenge.
      But even though Tomlinson couldn’t defend himself – his army of adoring teenage girls had no intention of letting Agbonlahor get off the hook easily.
      And while reflecting on the incident with talkSPORT colleagues Ally McCoist and Laura Woods, Agbonlahor jokingly revealed that he had to get out of the Scottish region before the furious Directioners got their hands on him.
      When explaining what went down to his co-hosts, Agbonlahor said in jest: “I was getting death threats off teenage girls: ‘How dare you touch my Louis Tomlinson?’
      “I was like, ‘right let’s get out of here, Glasgow Airport, let me escape in one piece!”
      But Agbonlahor doesn’t get what all the fuss was about as he reckons he only gave Tomlinson a conventional shoulder barge.
      He then went on to claim that the platinum-selling artist only went down in a heap because he was drinking the night before.
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      Big Gabby Agbonlahor brutalising Louis Tomlinson was the best charity/testimonial football moment of all time. The poor lad was spewing on the side, took it well pic.twitter.com/COGCICdvoz— Blackfxxt (@Dblacksocks) September 4, 2021

      He added: “I think because he’d been drinking the night before in the hotel, obviously he was a bit hungover so he was sick by the side of the pitch.”
      However, Agbonlahor’s fellow football compatriot’s – former Celtic boss Martin O’Neill and The Bhoys’ legend striker Henrik Larsson didn’t agree.
      Agbonlahor also revealed that the pair also gave him an earful after the game and Larsson demanded that he apologised to Tomlinson.
      The Premier League veteran said: “Martin O’Neill wasn’t happy.
      “But I remember after the game, Ally, I got a good telling off from Henrik Larsson.”
      McCoist was clearly enthralled by Agbonlahor’s depiction of events and added: “Was Henrik wanting you to apologise?
      To which Agbonlahor responded: “Yeah, well he wasn’t happy. I was like, ‘calm down, Henrik’.”
      The amused McCoist rounded off their exchange with: “Love it.” More

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      Wayne Rooney invited One Direction superstar Niall Horan to Derby training as he aims to boost spirits

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      WAYNE ROONEY hopes to point struggling Derby County in the right direction – after inviting former One Direction pop star Niall Horan along to boost morale.The Rams only won one of their last 15 games of the season, narrowly escaping relegation on the final day of last season thanks to a 3-3 home draw with Sheffield Wednesday.
      Wayne Rooney invited One Direction star and Derby fan Niall Horan to Rams trainingCredit: Getty
      Rooney is looking to lift the mood at Pride Park after an eventful few monthsCredit: Getty
      Two failed takeover bids and the threat of an EFL points deduction for a potential breach of Financial Fair Play rules have left Derby’s fans and players sweating over an uncertain future.
      Now Rooney has tried to banish the blues by allowing massive Rams fan Horan into the club’s pre-season training sessions to lighten the mood.
      Horan, who is about to release a new solo album, told the Rams website: “I was texting Wayne and he said come down and have a watch 
      “The players had an 11 v 11 game and after seeing that, you see what Wayne is trying to do shape-wise.
      “I’ve been a Derby fan since I can remember so to have the opportunity to come down and watch the stuff behind the scenes is amazing.
      “Watching him in a meeting and coaching, you can’t help thinking ‘that is Wayne Rooney out there, Manchester United and England’s greatest scorer, and he’s the manager of our football club’.”
      Meanwhile, SunSport exclusively revealed yesterday that Rooney is giving Ravel Morrison a career lifeline by letting him train at Derby.
      Morrison, 28, played at United when Rooney was in his prime but is currently without a club.
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      The talented star is staying fit with the Rams and hoping to catch the eye as he plots his next move after years of moving clubs.
      Morrison was due to head to Mexico to sign for a top team after leaving Dutch side ADO Den Haag in January.
      Rooney has stepped in to take a look as he ponders his future.
      Simon Jordan says Derby’s off-field problems will let Wayne Rooney get away with poor results next season More

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      A-list stars who invested in football clubs, after Hollywood hunk Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney takeover Wrexham

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      FOR A-list celebrities money is no object – which makes them perfect candidates to invest in football clubs.
      Everyone knows you don’t dip into your pocket and plough cash into a side if you are looking for handsome returns.

      Little Mix’s Jade Thirwall has invested in South Shields FCCredit: Instagram @southshieldsfc

      Jade was named South Shields’ honorary president in August 2020Credit: Instagram @southshieldsfc

      Jade Thirwall has had phenomenal success in girlband Little Mix after they won X Factor in 2011Credit: Splash News

      But many Hollywood actors, pop stars and big names have chosen to divert their wealth into football teams for a variety of reasons.
      Little Mix’s Jade Thirwall is the latest superstar to cough up after she became a shareholder in her local non-league side South Shields FC.
      SunSport takes a look at the other celebs to have dabbled in footy ownership.
      RYAN REYNOLDS – WREXHAM

      Canadian Deadpool actor Ryan Reynolds recently completed a takeover at WrexhamCredit: Reuters

      Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney voice their plans for Wrexham on Zoom
      Hollywood hunk Ryan Reynolds and pal Rob McElhenney shocked the world in 2020 when they announced their intention to take over Wrexham.

      The A-list duo intend to make the club a ‘global force’ while producing a Netflix-style documentary and boozing with fans.
      The supporter-owned National League club voted in favour of Deadpool star Reynolds and It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia actor and producer McElhenney’s proposed takeover after they voiced their plans over Zoom.
      The duo are prepared to use their own money to resurrect the club they see as a ‘sleeping giant’ and want to kickstart the side’s route into league football using their resources and exposure.
      LOUIS TOMLINSON – DONCASTER

      Tomlinson’s takeover bid with ex-chairman John Ryan collapsedCredit: Rex Features

      One Direction’s Louis Tomlinson appeared for Doncaster’s reserves in 2014Credit: Nigel Bennett
      One Direction pop sensation Louis Tomlinson joined boyhood side Doncaster Rovers as a PLAYER after impressing in a charity game.

      He appeared off the bench for the reserve side in 2014 – living out a childhood dream.
      The 1D singer – who had run a pub team called Three Horseshoes while growing up in the area – made a bid to takeover the club with former chairman John Ryan in the same year.
      But the deal collapsed despite the pair exchanging contracts on the deal after the Football League said they were not presented with a satisfactory business plan.
      NATALIE PORTMAN – ANGEL CITY

      Natalie Portman, Eva Longoria and other celeb pals are ‘extremely passionate’ about setting up the Angel City women’s team

      Star Wars actress Natalie Portman is founding Angel CityCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Star Wars actress Natalie Portman is pushing ahead with plans for her new women’s football team Angel City.
      The Oscar winner has drafted in a bunch of her A-lister pals Eva Longoria, Jessica Chastain, Jennifer Garner, Uzo Aduba and America Ferrera as owners.
      The side are due to kick off in the NWSL in 2022.
      WILL FERRELL – LOS ANGELES FC

      Will Ferrell is a part-owner in MLS team Los Angeles FCCredit: Splash News
      Comedian and actor Will Ferrell bought a stake in MLS side Los Angeles FC in 2016.
      But the funnyman’s reputation meant many people didn’t actually believe he was on the board of LAFC – who began their inaugural season in 2018.
      LEBRON JAMES – LIVERPOOL

      Basketball icon LeBron James owns a stake in LiverpoolCredit: Bradley Ormesher – The Times
      Basketball colossus LeBron James became a part owner of Liverpool in 2011.
      The La Lakers icon received a 2 per cent stake in the Reds when his marketing firm signed off on a joint venture with Anfield owners Fenway Sports Partners.
      James’ initial investment of around £5million was valued at over £24m by Bloomberg in 2019.
      Baller James was delighted when Liverpool switched kit provider to Nike in August as he is sponsored by the Oregon-based sports giants and can now don the colours of the Premier League champs.
      MATTHEW McCONAUGHEY – AUSTIN FC

      Actor Matthew McConaughey is a part owner of Austin FC and visited Chelsea in 2019
      American actor Matthew McConaughey is part owner of future MLS team Austin FC.
      He revealed he was on the search for players during a visit to Chelsea in 2019 to watch compatriot Christian Pulisic play.
      Austin FC will begin their journey in the MLS in 2021 with McConaughey – who won an Oscar for his role in Dallas Buyers Club – as one of the investors in the burgeoning outfit.

      ELTON JOHN – WATFORD

      Sir Elton John at Vicarage RoadCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Singing legend Sir Elton John became Watford’s chairman and director in 1976 and appointed Graham Taylor as manager.
      He bankrolled the club as they jumped three leagues into what then was the First Division.
      Sir Elton sold to Jack Petchey in 1987 but remained president before buying his beloved Hornets back in 1997 and returning as chairman.
      The lifelong fan stepped down in 2002 when the club needed a full-time chair but again continued as president.
      DIPLO – PHOENIX RISING FC

      DJ Diplo invested in Phoenix Rising FCCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Superstar DJ Diplo led a group that purchased a minority stake in Phoenix Rising FC.
      The music star was one of the side’s initial investors in 2014 – when they were known as Arizona United.
      The club play in the USL Championship – the second tier of the US system.
      HUGH JACKMAN – NORWICH

      Hollywood actor Hugh Jackman missed the chance to invest in NorwichCredit: Getty – Contributor
      It doesn’t always work out for celebs, with X-Men star Hugh Jackman revealing he regretted not investing in Norwich.
      The Australian actor revealed in 2011 that his mother lives in Norfolk and he is a self-proclaimed Canaries fan.
      He told BBC Radio 5 Live: “Sometimes I make big mistakes.
      “I got a letter about a year ago saying, ‘Being such a huge Norwich City fan would I like to be a celebrity investor?’, like a small part-owner.
      “I said, ‘I think that’s a little stretched, I’ve been to Carrow Road once, my mum took me’, so I decided not to invest.”
      Jackman is one of a number of celebrity canaries alongside joint majority shareholder and chef Delia Smith, actor and writer Stephen Fry and BT Sport’s Jake Humphrey.

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      A-list celebs who have invested in football clubs from Hollywood hunk Ryan Reynolds to One Direction’s Louis Tomlinson

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      FOR A-list celebrities money is no object – which makes them perfect candidates to invest in football clubs.
      Everyone knows you don’t dip into your pocket and plough cash into a side if you are looking for handsome returns.

      Little Mix’s Jade Thirwall has invested in South Shields FCCredit: Instagram @southshieldsfc

      Jade was named South Shields’ honorary president in August 2020Credit: Instagram @southshieldsfc

      Jade Thirwall has had phenomenal success in girlband Little Mix after they won X Factor in 2011Credit: Splash News

      But many Hollywood actors, pop stars and big names have chosen to divert their wealth into football teams for a variety of reasons.
      Little Mix’s Jade Thirwall is the latest superstar to cough up after she became a shareholder in her local non-league side South Shields FC.
      SunSport takes a look at the other celebs to have dabbled in footy ownership.
      RYAN REYNOLDS – WREXHAM

      Canadian Deadpool actor Ryan Reynolds is trying to buy WrexhamCredit: Reuters

      Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney voice their plans for Wrexham on Zoom
      Hollywood hunk Ryan Reynolds and pal Rob McElhenney shocked the world in 2020 when they announced their intention to take over Wrexham.

      The A-list duo want to make the club a ‘global force’ while producing a Netflix-style documentary and boozing with fans.
      The supporter-owned National League club are voting on Deadpool star Reynolds and It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia actor and producer McElhenney’s proposed takeover after they voiced their plans over Zoom.
      The duo are prepared to use their own money to resurrect the club they see as a ‘sleeping giant’ and want to kickstart the side’s route into league football using their resources and exposure.
      LOUIS TOMLINSON – DONCASTER

      Tomlinson’s takeover bid with ex-chairman John Ryan collapsedCredit: Rex Features

      One Direction’s Louis Tomlinson appeared for Doncaster’s reserves in 2014Credit: Nigel Bennett
      One Direction pop sensation Louis Tomlinson joined boyhood side Doncaster Rovers as a PLAYER after impressing in a charity game.

      He appeared off the bench for the reserve side in 2014 – living out a childhood dream.
      The 1D singer – who had run a pub team called Three Horseshoes while growing up in the area – made a bid to takeover the club with former chairman John Ryan in the same year.
      But the deal collapsed despite the pair exchanging contracts on the deal after the Football League said they were not presented with a satisfactory business plan.
      NATALIE PORTMAN – ANGEL CITY

      Natalie Portman, Eva Longoria and other celeb pals are ‘extremely passionate’ about setting up the Angel City women’s team

      Star Wars actress Natalie Portman is founding Angel CityCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Star Wars actress Natalie Portman is pushing ahead with plans for her new women’s football team Angel City.
      The Oscar winner has drafted in a bunch of her A-lister pals Eva Longoria, Jessica Chastain, Jennifer Garner, Uzo Aduba and America Ferrera as owners.
      The side are due to kick off in the NWSL in 2022.
      WILL FERRELL – LOS ANGELES FC

      Will Ferrell is a part-owner in MLS team Los Angeles FCCredit: Splash News
      Comedian and actor Will Ferrell bought a stake in MLS side Los Angeles FC in 2016.
      But the funnyman’s reputation meant many people didn’t actually believe he was on the board of LAFC – who began their inaugural season in 2018.
      LEBRON JAMES – LIVERPOOL

      Basketball icon LeBron James owns a stake in LiverpoolCredit: Bradley Ormesher – The Times
      Basketball colossus LeBron James became a part owner of Liverpool in 2011.
      The La Lakers icon received a 2 per cent stake in the Reds when his marketing firm signed off on a joint venture with Anfield owners Fenway Sports Partners.
      James’ initial investment of around £5million was valued at over £24m by Bloomberg in 2019.
      Baller James was delighted when Liverpool switched kit provider to Nike in August as he is sponsored by the Oregon-based sports giants and can now don the colours of the Premier League champs.
      MATTHEW McCONAUGHEY – AUSTIN FC

      Actor Matthew McConaughey is a part owner of Austin FC and visited Chelsea in 2019
      American actor Matthew McConaughey is part owner of future MLS team Austin FC.
      He revealed he was on the search for players during a visit to Chelsea in 2019 to watch compatriot Christian Pulisic play.
      Austin FC will begin their journey in the MLS in 2021 with McConaughey – who won an Oscar for his role in Dallas Buyers Club – as one of the investors in the burgeoning outfit.

      ELTON JOHN – WATFORD

      Sir Elton John at Vicarage RoadCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Singing legend Sir Elton John became Watford’s chairman and director in 1976 and appointed Graham Taylor as manager.
      He bankrolled the club as they jumped three leagues into what then was the First Division.
      Sir Elton sold to Jack Petchey in 1987 but remained president before buying his beloved Hornets back in 1997 and returning as chairman.
      The lifelong fan stepped down in 2002 when the club needed a full-time chair but again continued as president.
      DIPLO – PHOENIX RISING FC

      DJ Diplo invested in Phoenix Rising FCCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Superstar DJ Diplo led a group that purchased a minority stake in Phoenix Rising FC.
      The music star was one of the side’s initial investors in 2014 – when they were known as Arizona United.
      The club play in the USL Championship – the second tier of the US system.
      HUGH JACKMAN – NORWICH

      Hollywood actor Hugh Jackman missed the chance to invest in NorwichCredit: Getty – Contributor
      It doesn’t always work out for celebs, with X-Men star Hugh Jackman revealing he regretted not investing in Norwich.
      The Australian actor revealed in 2011 that his mother lives in Norfolk and he is a self-proclaimed Canaries fan.
      He told BBC Radio 5 Live: “Sometimes I make big mistakes.
      “I got a letter about a year ago saying, ‘Being such a huge Norwich City fan would I like to be a celebrity investor?’, like a small part-owner.
      “I said, ‘I think that’s a little stretched, I’ve been to Carrow Road once, my mum took me’, so I decided not to invest.”
      Jackman is one of a number of celebrity canaries alongside joint majority shareholder and chef Delia Smith, actor and writer Stephen Fry and BT Sport’s Jake Humphrey.

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