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    England stars greeted by portraits of their DOGS dressed as royalty after arriving at Euro 2024 base

    THE Three Lions added more paws to their roars – arriving in Germany to be greeted with portraits of their dogs!Gareth Southgate’s men are up for the pup as well as the cup – with many players devoted pet owners.The Crystal Palace midfielder’s Shar Pei is depicted with a curious lookCredit: Instagram @englandThe Rottweiler of the back-up keeper is delighted to have a crownCredit: Instagram @englandThe Brighton centre-back has a pair of CockapoosCredit: Instagram @englandThe Chelsea midfielder has a charming Chow ChowCredit: Instagram @englandDeclan Rice, Conor Gallagher and Anthony Gordon have been televised putting their mutts through a Crufts-style agility challenge for Channel 4.And there was a pictorial treat for the Euro 2024 favourites when they turned up at their hotel rooms.The German hosts presented England stars with portraits of their dogs dressed as royalty.It was a lovely touch – later reflected by the Three Lions’ official Instagram account.READ MORE ENGLAND NEWSThe social media team posted photos of nine of the drawings and asked fans to choose their “favourite”.Eberechi Eze’s Shar Pei took pride of place for an enigmatic expression of either disdain or tiredness.Its eyes were half-closed as it wore a huge white dress, big pearls and obligatory crown.Meanwhile Dean Henderson’s pet was shown as a rather regal Rottweiler.Most read in Euro 2024Declan Rice, Anthony Gordon and Conor Gallagher had led their dogs through Crufts-type agility tests as part of Channel 4’s Euros coverageCredit: GettyENGLAND’S BONE FIDE XI OF BULLDOG SPIRIT
    THE Three Lions go into Euro 2024 hoping to collar only their second major trophy.
    And when they won the 1966 World Cup, it needed a border collie named Pickles to find the trophy when it went missing.
    So as England add a dog-style challenge to their build-up for Germany, here’s how they might line up if they want to match Euro icons of the past like Franz Barkenbauer, Johan Crufts and, erm, John Terrier.
    Dean HoundersonKyle WalkiesBark GuehiEbere-Chihuahua EzeJack GrowlishCollie WatkinsJarrod BoneConor Ga-waggerKobbie MainoofoundlandHarry CaninePhil Fido
    Manager: Ga-ruff Southgate

    The Cavapoo of the England No1 appears nervousCredit: Instagram @englandEURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSAnd skipper Harry Kane’s chocolate Labrador appeared to be the happiest – with tongue hanging out, possibly hoping for walkies, despite having royal headwear perched precariously on its head.By the middle of next month perhaps it could be the turn of the mutt’s owner to appear to be on cloud Kane-ine…England’s training keeper has a serious-looking German ShepherdCredit: Instagram @englandEngland can win Euro 2024 with these tacticsLewis Dunk is something of a no-nonsense player on the pitch.But his pair of Cockapoos were a dandy duo – more like the stars of aN historical romp than the pets of an old-fashioned defender.Gallagher saw jaw-jaw over his future swapped with a Chow Chow – with his exotic pet appearing well suited to purple robes and a huge amulet.Back-up keeper Dean Henderson’s rather regal Rottweiler shimmered in a bejewelled gold crown.But the Cavapoo of first-choice stopper Jordan Pickford seemed to have a most perplexed look on its furry face.That was puzzling – as it surely knows the Everton hero is one of the first names on Southgate’s teamsheet.Adn what is it about keepers and their dogs?Aaron Ramsdale’s huge fluffy friend also wore an unsettled expression – maybe reflecting the Arsenal’s man’s worries over his club future.Ramsdale, however, has previously revealed what a pressure-release having a dog is.He told Sky News: “It helps so much. We’ve got a little group at football. So me, Rob Holding, and Kieran Tierney have done a few dog walks, which is great.This dog appears as unsettled as his owner might be at ArsenalCredit: Instagram @england”Hardly speak about football when we go on these long walks. But even just myself, if it’s either a street walk, or a park, or a field, you don’t think about much – you’re just out in the open.”The pet of England’s training stopper Tom Heaton also sprung a surprise.The Alsatian wore an ultra serious glare – even though you’d hope a German Shepherd would be the ideal guide for the Thee Lions at this tournament!Finally, Gordon’s long-haired pooch was depicted as perfectly coiffured – with its droopy ears atop military-looking  paulettes on his shoulders.READ MORE SUN STORIESOverall, with such pooch-powered personality in the squad, no wonder the Three Lions are rated by many as, hound-for-hound, one of the best squads in Germany.The England skipper’s Labrador is arguably drawn as the most energeticCredit: Instagram @englandThe Newcastle winger’s dog is pictured lovingly dressedCredit: Instagram @england More

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    England stars serve up a dog’s dinner as Gordon, Rice and Gallagher are put through Crufts-style challenge

    ENGLAND will be out to prove they can hold on to a lead — and that is BEFORE kick-off against Iceland.A hat-trick of Three Lions stars took part in a Crufts-style dog agility competition to be broadcast in the build-up to Channel 4’s coverage.Viewers won’t have to be beagle-eyed to spot England stars Declan Rice, Anthony Gordon and Conor Gallagher leading the challengesCredit: GettyRice and Co can’t avoid some ups and downsCredit: Channel 4 / Lee BrownConor Gallagher can’t be accused of paw form but now it’s the turn of his ‘not the most intelligent’ pup to face the spotlightCredit: Channel 4 / Lee BrownGareth Southgate will hope his players go through hoops for himCredit: AlamyAnthony Gordon, Conor Gallagher and Declan Rice put three pooches through their paces during some downtime ahead of their final warm-up before the Euros in Germany.In an event more paw-paw-two than 4-4-2, Gordon paired up with a mutt named Jack Growlish, Gallagher was with Harry Canine and Rice partnered Collie Watkins. Two of the players’ attempts ended up resembling a dog’s dinner, though.All three have hounds of their own, with Newcastle star Gordon, 23, revealing: “My dogs don’t listen to me. READ MORE ENGLAND NEWS”But they’re good, they’ve got good energy.”Chelsea ace Gallagher, 23, said of his pup: “He can jump up on his back two legs which is always quite cute but he’s not the most intelligent.”It was the latest in a series of fun films, with England stars also taking part in Bake Off and Countdown.But injuries in defence have been less amusing for boss Gareth Southgate.Most read in FootballEngland must overcome hurdles of their own at the EurosCredit: Channel 4 / Lee BrownENGLAND’S BONE FIDE XI OF BULLDOG SPIRITTHE Three Lions go into Euro 2024 hoping to collar only their second major trophy.
    And when they won the 1966 World Cup, it needed a border collie named Pickles to find the trophy when it went missing.
    So as England add a dog-style challenge to their build-up for Germany, here’s how they might line up if they want to match Euro icons of the past like Franz Barkenbauer, Johan Crufts and, erm, John Terrier.
    Dean HoundersonKyle WalkiesBark GuehiEbere-Chihuahua EzeJack GrowlishCollie Watkins Jarrod BoneConor Ga-waggerKobbie MainoofoundlandHarry CaninePhil Fido

    BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSCentre-back rock Harry Maguire has been left out of the 26-man squad entirely due to his calf problem.Manchester United team-mate Luke Shaw made the cut – but isn’t yet fully fit.England make their official Euros 2024 squad announcement And Brighton’s Lewis Dunk will sit out the Iceland clash as he recovers from a leg injury.This all means Liverpool’s breakthrough star Jarell Quansah has been put on standby.The 21-year-old was omitted from the final 26 but is in the squad for Friday’s final warm-up game.Con your marks, get set, go! – Gallagher hopes his pup is up for the cupCredit: Channel 4 / Lee BrownEngland are relying on Rice to be a good boy in midfieldCredit: Channel 4 / Lee BrownHow England will line up after big names axed from Euros More

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    Man Utd legend Roy Keane heartbroken after death of beloved dog Jet as he posts emotional goodbye message

    ROY KEANE posted an emotional goodbye message after his pet dog Jet passed away.The Manchester United legend is a huge dog lover and shares his walks on Instagram.Roy Keane posted an emotional goodbye message to his pet dog Jet who sadly passed awayCredit: Instagram / @officialkeane16The Manchester United legend is a huge dog loverCredit: Instagram / @officialkeane16Keane shared pictures of his dog onlineCredit: Instagram / @officialkeane16Keane had feared for the health of his petCredit: Instagram / @officialkeane16But Keane took to the social media app to reveal the tragic news of Jet’s death with a series of snaps. He posted: “Thanks Jet for being so beautiful and loyal to our family. We will miss you.” Keane opened up on his love for his pets on an episode of The Overlap but also revealed his fear for their health.He said: “You have a routine and you have to look after them. Walk them. I went out this morning before I came here. READ MORE ON MAN UTD”You have a routine with your dogs. I’ve always had dogs, going back when I was growing up in Ireland we always had dogs in the house. “It gives you good security. It’s good for a bit of exercise. Love them to bits. I’ve got two dogs. “But mine are getting a bit old now and a bit frail and that’s always the worry that something will happen to them.” Arsenal icon Ian Wright also revealed he is a cat lover.Most read in FootballWright said: “Cats are amazing. I love them. I’m so deep into them now.” And Keane said: “I’m not anti-cats. I just prefer dogs. I’m not anti-cats.”‘Don’t get all excited’ – Roy Keane and Ian Wright in heated F-word bust-up as co-star forced to play peacemaker More

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    Under-fire Pochettino admits Chelsea fans are much nicer to him in person – because they’re scared of his DOG

    MAURICIO POCHETTINO is suffering dogs’ abuse as boss at Chelsea this season.From being booed by his own fans in the stands to trolled mercilessly from a safe distance by internet diehards accusing him of wrecking the club from within.Beagle-eyed fans often spot Mauricio Pochettino out with his dog Sansa, who he reckons might be why they act more kindly than onlineCredit: Instagram / pochettinoPochettino says his dog ensures fans in real life are no paws for concernCredit: RexFunnily enough, it is a different story when Chelsea’s head coach meets the punters face to face while out walking his dog in what little spare time he gets away from trying to build a team capable of chasing consistent honours.Pochettino said: “Maybe it is because they are scared of my dog — because it is a big dog.“It’s a Rhodesian Ridgeback. It’s massive. Maybe they are nice with me because of that?“I spend one hour, maybe one hour and a half with my dog and sometimes I meet the fans in different places and they ask me things. I can tell them the truth.READ MORE TOP STORIES“Fans sometimes get an image that is not real. That is fake.“Maybe sometimes my words are taken or a photograph is taken of me looking sad but I am not a sad person. I laugh a lot, I smile.“I am very positive. I am not acting. I try not to act.“Sometimes people get the wrong idea. And if you face me on the street you will become in love — especially if I have my dog.Most read in FootballPochettino tells supporters ‘the truth’ when they stop to chatCredit: GettyCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”When I walk every day with my dog in different places I feel the appreciation from the fans.“On social media, it can be, ‘Hey, you must do this, do that’ but here, it is the opposite.Chelseas midfield struggles with Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez“When I am on the street, the people are really good.“They appreciate and give us credit for working in a project and process that is so difficult, because the people who understand football know what is going on here.“They appreciate our commitment, the way we behave and the way we believe and support all the decisions that were taken before we arrived.“All we want is to help and add our knowledge and experience to be more competitive and help the team win games. That is what is most important.”Poch’s terrifying-sounding pooch Sansa is named after a character in Game of Thrones, Sansa Stark.It’s a Rhodesian Ridgeback. It’s massive. Maybe they are nice with me because of that?Mauricio PochettinoThis so-called captive queen apparently starts off with a naive view of the world but she becomes a more ‘hardened individual after suffering one betrayal and cruelty after another’.After almost 15 years in coaching, more than five of those spent at Thursday evening’s bitter opponents  Tottenham, there may be more to the dog’s name  than we imagine.Pochettino certainly needs his Chelsea players to be dogs of war on Thursday evening — eight years to the day since the infamous Battle of the Bridge.That was when Tottenham’s dreams of a first Premier League title were crushed by a surprisingly pumped-up Blues team enduring their worst season for two decades.Thiago Silva, 39, has announced his upcoming departureCredit: GettyOur beautiful game is broken, says Dave KiddBy Dave Kidd

    WHEN Manchester United got lucky in their FA Cup semi-final, Antony’s first instinct was to goad heartbroken opponents Coventry. To rub their noses in the dirt.
    Antony seems to be a vile individual but this isn’t really about Antony. Because Antony is merely a symptom of the hideous sickness within England’s top flight.
    There is so much wrong.
    After our elite clubs persuaded the FA to completely scrap Cup replays — which gave us Ronnie Radford and Ricky Villa and Ryan Giggs — without due recompense or reasoning with the rest of English football.
    The previous day, after his Manchester City side had defeated Chelsea in the other FA Cup semi-final, Pep Guardiola whinged about the fixture scheduling of TV companies who effectively pay much of his £20m salary.
    Up at Wolves, Guardiola’s friend and rival Mikel Arteta was playing the same sad song about fixture congestion, despite his Arsenal side having played two fewer games this season than Coventry — who don’t have £50m squad players to rotate with.
    Chelsea, oh Chelsea. The one-time plaything of a Russian oligarch now owned by financially incontinent venture capitalists who have piddled £1billion on a squad of players who fight like weasels in a sack about who should bask in the personal glory of scoring the penalty that puts them 5-0 up against Everton.
    Read Dave Kidd’s full column as he takes aim at Nottingham Forest, Fulham’s ticket prices, the 39th game, VAR and much more…

    Tottenham’s Mousa Dembele received a six-match ban after being sent off for violent conduct.Pochettino, 52, was in the away dugout that eventful night and football’s man of peace even got caught up in the scrums as the game spiralled out of control with 12 bookings — nine for his Spurs.Anger took over from football as Spurs handed the title to Leicester  and the game was used as a benchmark for learning purposes.Poch said: “We used this game after time, time, time, to talk and to see and to review and to reuse to try to learn from this game.“Players like Eric Dier were young and it was out of control. He became more mature after this game. We used all this experience to be better and better and better.“Son, Dele Alli, different players involved in this game.“We were playing well but we missed how to control the emotion when you compete for big things.“That was the point that made us more mature and to start the season after believing.“Then happened different things, circumstances that affected the  situation of the team.We have to be careful how we judge the young players because this is about them making mistakes and how they learn and improve.Mauricio Pochettino“We realised with this group we could go and fight for big things. It was tough but at that moment the team showed great character.“I don’t remember their position in the table. I think they were mid-table like we are now.“But we were talking about massive players . . . Hazard, John Terry, Costa, Willian, Matic, Azpilicueta, Cahill.“We have to be careful how we judge the young players because this is about them making mistakes and how they learn and improve — and then maybe they can perform better.“But we have worked out in our head what we need to do next season.”Whatever it is it will have to be without veteran defender Thiago Silva, 39, who announced he is leaving after four years.What should have been a one-year stay has stretched and the Brazil legend is a hugely influential figure in the dressing room.Poch said: “It’s true that over the years it is more difficult to find this type of player. We are talking about a 39-year-old. It is not easy to find this profile of player.READ MORE SUN STORIES“He is an amazing guy, an amazing professional. Nearly 40, an amazing career.“The players, the fans, the club is going to miss him but he is happy. He is so proud of his career here at Chelsea. I wish him the best.” More

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    Jack Grealish reveals embarrassing moment he had to tell girlfriend Sasha Attwood what their cockapoo did at training

    JACK GREALISH revealed how his pet cockapoo lived up to its name – by doing its business on one of Manchester City’s training pitches.The England ace was bought the pooch as a birthday present from his girlfriend Sasha.Jack Grealish has opened up about his struggles to potty train his cavapooCredit: InstagramThe dog features prominently on his InstagramThey often take Skye for walks around the vast City Football Academy as there are few green spaces around their town centre apartment.And Grealish revealed: “One time I brought her on this pitch – and we’d trained on it in the day and she’d done the biggest s*** – just in the middle of the pitch.“And I said to Sash – we’ve just trained on that today – and she’s just done a big s*** in the middle of it.“Because we live in the city centre there are not many parks for her and me to just walk around. So here is perfect just to come and chill.”READ MORE ON MAN CITYGrealish told the Together: Treble Winners documentary: “I love my dog more than anything.“It’s nice when you come back after a game and the dogs are just so happy to see you. She doesn’t have a clue who I am – she just loves me.”Grealish is a hero amongst City supporters but on any away day he is jeered by opposition fans.The midfielder has now spoken out about his failure to win over the hearts of City’s rivals – and says it bothers his mum.Most read in FootballSasha bought the cavapoo for Jack as a birthday giftCredit: InstagramCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSGrealish, 28, moved to City in 2021 for £100million, making him the most expensive British player at the time.The Birmingham-born star has endured a tough season after a horrific run of injuries the last few months.Jack Grealish wears stunning £180,000 rose gold Patek Philippe worth three times more than Erling Haaland’s watchCity fans were over the moon to see him return to the pitch this weekend for the 0-0 title clash against Arsenal.He said: “I always think about it. I always wonder, ‘why do they boo me?’ – and my mum always asks me about it as well.“But I don’t actually know why it happens. At every single away ground I go to now, I get booed and I’m not entirely sure why it is – I just have to try and take it as a positive or a compliment.”And Grealish’s best way to hush his rivals is to show them his trophy cabinet.He’s won six major pieces of silverware since his move from Aston Villa and is hoping to play his part in the Blues’ attempts to win another three this season.Still, to many Grealish is seen as a hero, especially his younger sister Hollie who was born with cerebral palsy.READ MORE SUN STORIESAsked if he is Hollie’s role model, Grealish said: “I think I probably am. But she gets fed up with me as well because I’m always winding her up and stuff!“I love her to pieces, and we are so lucky to have her because when she was born, they told us she wouldn’t be able to do a lot of things like talking and walking, but luckily she can do all that now.” More

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    Fans tell Thomas Muller ‘never change’ as madcap Bayern Munich star kisses new horse Kylie Minogue on the nose

    THOMAS MULLER has again entertained fans after sharing a video kissing his new horse Kylie Minogue.Bayern Munich defeated Darmstadt 5-2 on Saturday and with their forward so thrilled about the result he had to tell his four-legged friend.Thomas Muller shared a video of him kissing his pet horse Kylie MinogueCredit: Instagram esmuellertMuller shared the clips after Bayern Munich’s 5-2 victory against DarmstadtCredit: Instagram esmuellertFans already know how funny Muller is and his love for horses after meeting Dave.But on Sunday he introduced his family’s new addition named after pop star Kylie Minogue to the world after Bayern thrashed Bundesliga side Darmstadt.He shared a clip on Instagram where he told Kylie: “Yes, we won against Darmstadt!”The German international then proceeds to kiss the horse’s nose.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMuller continued: “A new addition to the Muller family. Her name is Kylie Minogue.”Muller’s wife Lisa is an accomplished dressage rider, and they spend time together looking after their horses at stables outside Munich.A few years ago, Muller said: “I come here [to the stables] to watch if everything’s fine. “And for the carrots. I’m the managing director of carrots! I watch the dogs. Sometimes I help a little bit but it’s her business.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER”I enjoy it a lot. They make me feel comfortable, the attitude and what they look like and [the way they] live their lives. It’s fun. It’s easy to relax around horses.Muller, a 12-time Bundesliga winner, left fans in awe of his close bond with his new horse named after pop legend Kylie.Thomas Muller hilariously calls out Kai Havertz as Arsenal draw Bayern Munich in Champions League As one supporter said: “Never Change 😂😂🤣.”While another asked: “How can you not like Muller?”A third fan then added: “You’re so authentic Thomas, clips like this once again show me why you’re my favourite player, I like you so much.”Accomplished rider Lisa Muller on her horse DaveThe couple have been happily married since 2011Meanwhile, one of the hashtags in the caption of his video translated to, “I took a knee with my head today” referring to Darmstadt shot-stopper Marcel Schuhen kneeing Muller’s head during the game on Saturday.Muller collided with Schuhen after being “pushed” by one of the Darmstadt defenders.This saw Harry Kane shoot into an empty net but the whistle had already blown denying the striker a goal.But this did not matter as the England skipper was able to extend his record to 31 goals this season with a late first-half strike.Muller was kneed in the head by Darmstadt goalkeeper Marcel SchuenCredit: ReutersMuller joked about the incident on his InstagramCredit: Reuters More

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    Arsenal star David Raya is training banned XL Bully as bodyguard after string of violent break-ins targeting footballers

    PREMIER League goalie David Raya has a banned XL Bully dog to guard him, The Sun can reveal.The Arsenal ace, 28, has vowed to keep pet Goku following a string of terrifying raids on the homes of football stars.
    David Raya has a banned XL Bully dog to guard himCredit: Alamy
    Spaniard Raya has shared snaps of him cuddled up with the glaring beast on the sofaCredit: Jam Press/@d.raya1
    Goku lives in a secure cage at the couple’s multimillion-pound home in North LondonCredit: Jam Press/@t.trouboul
    The breed was outlawed after several attacks, but Raya has an exemption certificate.
    An expert said last night: “He’s a responsible owner.”
    Raya and model girlfriend Tatiana Trouboul, 27, are said to adore the mutt, even though new laws are in place outlawing XL Bullys after a string of attacks.
    Goku lives in a secure cage at the couple’s multimillion-pound home in North London.
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    Spaniard Raya has shared snaps of himself cuddled up with the glaring beast on the sofa.
    Tatiana has also been seen taking him for walks.
    Raya, who is currently on loan to the Gunners from Brentford, wants the pooch to guard their property after fellow stars suffered a series of violent break-ins.
    He has hired experts from Elite Protection Dogs to train Goku.
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    A spokesperson for the firm said: “David Raya has one XL Bully. He is called Goku, he is a one-year-old. David’s had him since a puppy.
    “Everyone with XL Bullys is ­worried. But David is a responsible owner, he wants to be responsible with him.
    “We are training Goku on a long-term contract.”
    Tearful owner of XL bully begs for breed to be ‘wiped out’ after they killed grandma at his home
    Elite Protection Dogs has 35 years’ experience training canines, charging up to £20,000.
    In 2022, Aston Villa keeper Emiliano Martinez got a Belgian Malinois from the firm in the same month he landed a prized World Cup ­winner’s medal with Argentina.
    New laws have come in over the past two months after a rise in maulings from XL Bullys, including those previously regarded as “soft and loving”.
    On December 31 it became illegal for an XL Bully to be out in public without a lead and muzzle.
    It is also an offence to sell, breed, give away or abandon the dogs.
    And this month it became illegal to own an XL Bully in the UK without an exemption certificate, which Raya possesses.
    The dogs must be microchipped, neutered and kept in a secure place. Owners must also have third-party liability insurance.
    Meanwhile, dog shelters have seen a huge increase in XL Bullys being handed in or abandoned.
    Fatally attacked
    The first reported attack on a person was in Liverpool in 2017, when a toddler was severely injured by four dogs.
    Their owner, Andrew McGowan, was subsequently jailed.
    In 2021, ten-year-old Jack Lis was killed by an XL Bully in Caerphilly, South Wales, while visiting a friend, after which two people were put behind bars.
    A month later Adam Watts was killed by an XL Bully at his dog shelter in Kirkton of Auchterhouse, Scotland.
    A further eight people were killed by the dogs in 2022 and 2023, including 54-year-old father-of-one Ian Langley, near Sunderland, in October last year.
    This month grandmother Esther Martin, 68, was the latest person to be fatally attacked by the breed – days after the ban came into force.
    She was killed by two XL Bullys owned by her son-in-law Ashley Warren, 39, who begged for the breed to be banned.
    Warren, of Jaywick, Essex, said: “If my dogs did that to her, when I had never seen anything but love from them, then that breed just has a killer switch.
    “I honestly thought the ban was a stupid government plan to wipe out a breed which I had never seen anything but softness and love from. Now I think they need to be wiped out.”
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    The breed was said to be responsible for 20 per cent of dog attacks in 2023.
    The Sun approached Raya and Arsenal for comment.
    Raya vowed to keep the mutt following a string of terrifying raids on the homes of football starsCredit: ReutersPrem protection

    SEVERAL Prem stars have bought dogs for protection following a string of terrifying break-ins.
    Man City ace Jack Grealish posed with a £25,000 Belgian Malinois this month after raiders broke into his home while his family were in.
    He got the dog from Chaperone K9, which is popular with footballers.
    Grealish’s City and England team-mate Kyle Walker bought a £40,000 Doberman from the firm.
    The majority of dogs they provide are German Shepherds or Belgian Malinois, with each put through a rigorous 12-month training ­programme so the dogs are able to recognise threats including burglaries, attacks and robberies.
    Other current and ex-Prem stars to use the firm are Marcus Rashford, Mark Noble, Phil Jones, Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Jesse Lingard.
    Similar firms like Elite Protection have also sold pets to protect stars such as ex-Spurs goalie Hugo Lloris. More

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    Jack Grealish poses with £25,000 protection dog after terrifying gang raid at Man City star’s home

    ENGLAND ace Jack Grealish poses with his £25,000 Belgian Malinois protection dog in a “show of strength” after his burglary ordeal.The star, also seen with cockapoo Skye, wrote “My two babies” next to the online pic, adding a heart emoji.
    Jack Grealish poses with his £25,000 Belgian Malinois protection dog in a ‘show of strength’ after his burglary ordeal.Credit: Instagram
    Jack and fiancée Sasha Attwood were targeted when a gang struck on Boxing Day as he played away for Manchester CityCredit: Instagram
    We told how Jack and fiancée Sasha Attwood lost £1m of gems when a gang struck on Boxing Day as he played away for Manchester City.
    He bought two Belgian Malinois last year from security firm Chaperone K9.
    Cops have yet to catch the gang who raided the Cheshire home while ten family members were watching Jack’s match on TV.
    A source said: “Jack and his family were left traumatised following the raid, but they won’t let it defeat them.
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    “Jack and Sasha had only just moved in and are looking forward to building a life there.
    “It’s difficult for them knowing that the culprits haven’t been caught yet and may never face justice, but they’re keeping their head up.
    A source said: “His post is a display of strength — both for himself and his fans.”
    Jack and childhood sweetheart Sasha had moved in just five days before the burglary after tradesmen finished renovations.
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    The property, which includes a helipad, tennis court, full-sized football and cricket pitches and a lake, is located within Cheshire’s affluent “Golden Triangle”, where a string of footballers have been targeted.
    Paul Pogba’s mansion was raided by thieves in March 2022, who broke in while his kids slept upstairs as he played at Old Trafford.
    Is this the moment Jack Grealish is told of his family’s terror at £1m jewellery break-in raid at his mansion?
    The same year the wife of Manchester United’s Victor Lindelof was forced to lock herself in a room with their two children after intruders burst in while he played away.
    Riyad Mahrez, Tahith Chong and Jesse Lingard have also been targeted. More