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    Richarlison’s law student Wag, 20, jets in to cheer up crocked Spurs star and reveals huge blunder last time she stayed

    RICHARLISON’S stunning girlfriend is heading to London to give him a lift following surgery – after revealing she was to blame for one of his dogs peeing all over his bedroom on a previous visit.Model and influencer Amanda Araujo is reportedly going to spend Christmas with the Spurs striker.
    Richarlison has been dealing with a chronic groin issue for several monthsCredit: REUTERS
    Richarlison recently went under the knife to alleviate the long-standing issueCredit: INSTAGRAM@RICHARLISON
    Girlfriend Amanda Araujo is heading to London to be by the Brazilian’s sideCredit: INSTAGRAM@AMANDINHA.AD
    The gorgeous redhead’s presence will no doubt cheer up RicharlisonCredit: INSTAGRAM@AMANDINHA.AD
    The Brazilian has disappointed with with just five goals in 44 appearances since joining Tottenham from Everton and is currently out of action following a groin op.
    The pretty 20-year-old who is a law student at a private university in Sao Paulo, has already stayed at the footballer’s £4m house in North London.
    Speaking ahead of her visit, Araujo admitted her first stay proved a disaster when she left the bedroom door open and one of Richarlison’s dogs ended up using it as a toilet.
    The footballer owns a Siberian husky called Acerola and a chocolate Labrador called Layla he got as a puppy around three years ago while he was still at Everton.
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    Araujo, a sports fanatic who practices Crossfit and plays handball, said of her gaffe: “When I arrived at Ric’s house he wasn’t there.
    “I slept the first night there without him because he was in another city playing.”
    In quotes published by Brazilian media overnight, she added: “The people who were there left the house and I left his bedroom door open because no-one told me I couldn’t.
    “When people started returning there was pee everywhere.
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    Amanda Araujo is the apple of Richarlison’s eyeCredit: INSTAGRAM@AMANDINHA.AD
    “There was wee-wee on the bed, below the bed, on the floor.
    “Rick was going to arrive after me and I was worried he was going to think it was me.
    “I sent him a message and talked to him. He responded by saying: ‘Congratulations.’”
    Araujo responded with a heart emoticon after Richarlison, who has recently opened up on his mental health struggles and said he would seek professional help after a “turbulent time” off the pitch, posted a selfie of him in hospital following groin surgery on November 9.
    The Spurs striker posted his own heart emoji after his girlfriend treated her 116,000 Instagram followers to a photo of her in a white bikini recently before a mud facial.
    The couple were seen together for the first time in July when they holidayed with friends in Brazil.
    In April it was reported the footballer was facing an RSPCA investigation over claims his two dogs were a “noisy nuisance.”
    Neighbours claimed his dogs relentlessly barked and howled and escaped regularly.
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    The Spurs forward made an appeal on Twitter in December 2019 after Siberian husky Acerola ran off and the pair were reunited two hours later.
    A spokesman for Tottenham Hotspur said after the reports about his barking dogs were published: “We are liaising with the player and his representatives.”
    Amanda Araujo will support Richarlison through his injury tormentCredit: Instagram @amandinha.ad More

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    Former pro-footballer Wayne Heseltine fined after his XL Bully Bruno mauled dog and its owner 

    An EX-Manchester United footballer has been fined after his XL bully bit a labrador and its owner in a vicious attack.Wayne Heseltine’s dog Bruno had to be pulled off the labrador, called Daisy, by her horrified owner who thought he was ‘going to watch her die’.
    Ex professional footballer Wayne Heseltine appeared at Bradford Magistrates CourtCredit: SWNS
    Bradford Magistrates Court heard two-year-old Bruno sprinted towards Daisy while she was on a walk with her owner in the Cullingworth area of the city on June 24.
    Bruno appeared to lock his jaw around Daisy’s neck, leaving her helpless on the floor, the court was told.
    Heseltine’s son then came out of the house and helped pull the two dogs apart.
    Heseltine, who was out of the house at the time, admitted to being the owner of a dog which was dangerously out of control causing injury and was fined £960.
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    The former full back, who came through the Red Devils’ youth academy but never made a first team appearance, also has to pay £1,000 in compensation.
    Daisy was taken to the vets for cuts on her neck, while her owner sustained injuries to his hand.
    In a statement read out in court, the victim said: “I felt extremely distressed. I felt like I was going to watch Daisy die.”
    Heseltine, who was not at the house at the time, said the dog escaped through a hole in the fence behind the bin store. He also wanted to pay for the vet bills.
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    The court heard he had no previous convictions and a “shield of good character”.
    He owns three other dogs and spent £2,800 on a four-week course to get Bruno home-trained.
    Heseltine, who played more than 50 games for Bradford City between 1992 and 1994, now earns around £50,000 a year as a contract manager, the court heard.
    The court heard magistrates recognised Heseltine had taken all the reasonable steps that a good owner would have taken.
    But they said the matter was “serious” and referenced the breed of dog as in the public interest given the imminent legislation.
    An order was issued meaning the dog must have a muzzle and lead on when in public.
    American XL Bully dogs will be banned by the end of the year, PM Rishi Sunak announced in September after a spate of terrifying attacks involving the breed.
    The PM said the breed will be outlawed under the Dangerous Dogs Act.
    From December 31, XL bully dogs must be microchipped, and owners must keep them on a lead and muzzled in public. They must also be securely housed at home. More

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    Sky Sports legend Jeff Stelling left ‘heartbroken’ as beloved dog Stan dies after long health battle

    JEFF STELLING has been left heartbroken after his beloved dog Stan died.The Sky Sports legend announced the passing of his companion on X, formerly known as Twitter.
    Jeff Stelling’s dog Stan has diedCredit: X formerly Twitter / @JeffStelling
    The pundit admitted he was heartbrokenCredit: MI News/NurPhoto
    Stelling, 68, revealed in his post that Stan had passed after losing his health battle despite them trying “everything”.
    The former Soccer Saturday host posted a picture of Stan looking out at a rainbow on a beach with a tennis ball in front of him.
    In Stelling’s heartfelt message, he shared a story of how Stan would “welcome” everyone into their home and was “never aggressive”.
    Stelling wrote: “Heartbroken today. Stan lost his battle.
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    “For 12 years he gave us unconditional love.
    “He was never aggressive, even with our cats, and welcomed everyone with a Croc in his mouth and a furious tail wagging.
    “We tried everything but in the end there was nothing left we could do.” 
    Stelling’s son, Matt, added: “The best boy we could have ever hoped for, heartbroken doesn’t even cover it.
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    Stelling left Sky Sports earlier this yearCredit: 2020 Tom Jenkins
    “Leaving behind a massive hole in our family.”
    Stelling announced that Stan had fallen ill last week as he wrote at the time: “Tonight guys you can support as many teams as you like.
    “I don’t care.
    “I don’t care much about football tonight tbh.
    “My best mate for 12 years Stan is tonight fighting for his life in hospital.
    “I know some people will think it is pathetic but right now he is all I care about.”
    Stelling’s vacant role at Sky Sports was filled by Simon Thomas. More

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    Lewis Hamilton throws lavish birthday party for his DOG complete with personalised vegan cake and balloons

    LEWIS HAMILTON has thrown a lavish birthday party for his dog Roscoe.The F1 star treated his bulldog to his own party which saw him welcome five of his pup pals.
    Lewis Hamilton threw a birthday party for his dog RoscoeCredit: https://www.instagram.com/roscoelovescoco/
    The Mercedes driver invited some of his dog’s friendsCredit: Rex
    Roscoe was given a personalised vegan cakeCredit: https://www.instagram.com/roscoelovescoco/
    Roscoe got his very own birthday crown and feather boa as well as a personalised vegan cake as he turned 11.
    His pals all joined in as they wore multi-coloured party hats and all posed for photograph.
    However, one guest, a white pomeranian, broke the trend with a glittery gold fedora.
    Roscoe also had a set of balloons for him which were placed in the background for the picture.
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    Posting on his dog’s Instagram account, he wrote: “One time’s for’s the birthday boy’sss 🎂🎉🎈🎁.”
    And the dog’s 947k followers loved the snap as they flooded the comment section.
    One fan exclaimed: “Omg he got a better birthday party than me.”
    A second wrote: “If this ain’t the coolest party.”
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    A third said: “What a birthday bash.”
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    A fourth commented: “Okay, this is AMAZING.”
    A fifth said: “Pawsome party.”
    Another joked: “I cannot fathom how long it took to get this picture perfect.”
    The Daily Mail have reported that Roscoe’s party is a “serious” matter for Hamilton.
    A source told the outlet: “Roscoe has been with Lewis through thick and thin, and he loves to treat him.
    “He takes him everywhere with him and loves to show Roscoe that he is hugely appreciated, it might sound odd to some but to Lewis it is just how it is.”
    Hamilton, 38, has written that the bulldog is a vegan like his owner and that he “loves to travel” in his Instagram bio.
    Last year, Hamilton and Roscoe enjoyed a movie night and another personalised cake.
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    He has also taught his best friend how to skateboard.
    The Mercedes driver recently revealed his next career move as he founded Almave – a unique non-alcoholic spirit. More

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    Former England star Andy Carroll reveals he spent £1,000 on exotic cat before giving it away just two weeks later

    FORMER Liverpool and Newcastle striker Andy Carroll has revealed he spent £1,000 on an exotic cat – only to give it away two weeks later.Carroll caused a stir this summer when he left cash-strapped Reading for Ligue 2 French side Amiens – and it’s fair to say not many people saw the move coming.
    Andy Carroll said too much money at a young age led to some unwise decisionsCredit: PA:Press Association
    That included buying a Bengal cat which he had to give to his parentsCredit: Getty
    Explaining the transfer to the French side located 75 miles north of Paris, Carroll, 34, told The Daily Mail: “I was at Newcastle from seven years old. I made my debut at 17. I just thought, ‘You know what, if I don’t go [abroad] now then I’ll never go’.
    ” I had another season at Reading. I wasn’t playing and I spoke to the manager. He wanted legs up top which is something I don’t have. I was going to say ‘anymore’ but I don’t think I ever had them!
    “I wanted a challenge. A challenge in a completely different country. A fresh start. I spoke to my agent and said, ‘Get me a club abroad’. I came here and it was the one. It’s a one and half hour drive to Calais and I can get the shuttle back to Epping [his family home].”
    Carroll wears the number 99 shirt at Amiens and has one goal from his six games played in the French second division so far.
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    He says one of the greatest parts of playing in France is his ability to keep a low profile.
    He revealed he was able to watch Newcastle’s 4-1 thrashing of PSG in “a little pub” near Amiens’ training ground with some of his team-mates.

    He said the best part about it was that: “No one said a word to me.”
    Carroll recounted how having too much money at a young age led to him making some stupid decisions, such as dropping £1,000 on a Bengal cat.
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    Carroll joined Liverpool for a British record feeCredit: PA:Empics Sport
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    He said about trying to balance his finances: “It’s hard, really hard. It was just coming in my bank and going straight back out, even though me mam and dad were telling me not to.
    “You’re 17 years old and getting all this money. All your friends haven’t got anything so you take them with you.
    “I wasted money on stupid things. I’d go to Harrods in London and spend five-grand on rubbish. I’d have nothing to show for it. Just gone.
    “In the dressing room everyone’s walking round with Lamborghinis or designer clothes. I’ve got money and I’m thinking ‘They’re doing it… I’ll do it as well’. I wanted an exotic cat. Found this Bengal and got it. Like a thousand pound. I had it for two weeks.”
    After being unable to take care of the animal, he said he gave it away to his parents.
    The striker said he was taken by surprise at his £35million move to Liverpool in 2011, a British record at the time.
    He had started the 2010-2011 Premier League season on fire having just led Newcastle up from the Championship as top scorer and both Spurs and Liverpool showed interest.
    He said he only learned of the transfer from watching Sky Sports News, explaining: “It came up on Sky Sports News saying £30million for Andy Carroll from Tottenham rejected. Then it says Liverpool £35million accepted.
    He’s rediscovering his love of the game at AmiensCredit: Instagram @amiensscfootball
    “I went in to see the manager, he rang the owner and the owner says, ‘Yeah, you’re gone’.”
    He said he struggled to adjust to the step up in professionalism at Liverpool following a more relaxed approach at Newcastle and that he regrets not grasping his opportunity a little more.
    The striker said: “I’m disappointed that I didn’t really grasp Liverpool. I kind of took it for granted. I came out of school, went into Newcastle reserves, went into the first team, signed for Liverpool, played for England.
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    “Everything I touched turned to gold. Maybe it went to my head a little bit. I could do no wrong, that sort of thing.
    “I don’t really know what went wrong. Maybe I wasn’t good enough… I don’t know. I just wish I’d grabbed it a little bit more.” More

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    Watch bizarre moment boxing legend Mike Tyson gets on hands and knees before rubbing heads with a giant dog

    A BIZARRE clip has gone viral of boxing legend Mike Tyson getting on his hands and knees before rubbing heads with a giant dog.The ex-heavyweight champion is currently training MMA man-mountain Francis Ngannou ahead of his controversial crossover clash with Tyson Fury on October 28.
    A bizarre clip of Mike Tyson and a huge dog has left fans stunnedCredit: X/2Cool2Blog
    Iron Mike started pushing his head against the beast on his hands and kneesCredit: X/2Cool2Blog
    However, it appears that one of their sessions was interrupted by another beast – and the icon known as the Baddest Man on the Planet was in his element.
    It showed a group walking into the gym with a massive, that looks similar to a mastiff, on a lead, but instead of looking fearful, Tyson went straight on to embrace it.
    After stroking it, Iron Mike then got down on his hands and knees before rubbing his head against the dog’s and then underneath it’s chin.
    One fan reacted to the footage on social media by commenting: “Mikes a brave man… thats probably the worst thing u can do putting your face into a strange dog’s face. Good thing they a good boy!”
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    Another said: “Mike started challenging him and wanted to grapple lmaooo.”
    “That dog was lucky Tyson didn’t punch him,” joked another.
    Tyson is a renowned animal lover and previously kept three tigers as pets.
    However, he has revealed that mountain lions are his favourite animals.
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    The American icon also revealed that he used to let his tigers sleep in his bed next to him – but that their farts were unbearable.
    But he also admitted that he had suffered injuries from a big cat – and a dog.
    He said: “I was giving one a tetanus shot and they bit me.
    “It was scared, he was scared. Six, seven stitches and it was over.
    “Then my dog bit me.”
    Meanwhile, he is trying to get Ngannou, 37, in shape to do in ten rounds what 31 of the Gypsy King’s career opponents have failed to do and put him out for the count.
    But Tyson insists: “He has what it takes to knock out anything and anybody.
    “[The biggest upset] in the history of the sport, definitely. There’s no doubt about that.”
    Mike Tyson owned three pet tigers during his boxing heydayCredit: Getty More

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    Hated billionaire Man Utd owner Avram Glazer pictured pushing dog in a pram in bizarre photograph

    LOOKS like Man United owner Avram Glazer is now supporting rovers.The billionaire, who runs the club with brother Joel, was seen this week pushing his dog in a pram around New York.
    Hated billionaire Man Utd owner Avram Glazer was seen pushing his dog in a pram around New York in this bizarre photoCredit: Probe-media.com
    The American owner was joined by wife Jill HenkinCredit: Probe-Media.com
    The bizarre snaps comes as he considers selling the Premier League sideCredit: Probe-Media.com
    It comes as he considers selling the Premier League side amid a troubled start to the season.
    Seems neither can hold on to a lead.
    It was reported earlier this month that the American owners failed to get close to their valuation of the club and intend to end the sale process.
    The news came after SunSport told you that bidder Sheikh Jassim was closing in on purchasing the Premier League side for £6billion.
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    It’s claimed that the Glazers wanted closer to £10BILLION to sell up.
    It is alleged they will try and sell the club again in 2025.
    It’s believed they think the financial environment in two years time will attract more bidders.
    Manchester United fans will be furious at the prospect of the current owners sticking around.
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    Many supporters staged a sit-in protest at Old Trafford last month urging them to go.
    It comes as he and brother Joel are considering selling the Premiere League sideCredit: EPA More

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    Dog causes chaos during game as it invades pitch before biting ball and escaping capture

    FOOTBALL matches are usually invaded by the odd fan trying to grab their 10 seconds of glory.But not often do you see a dog sprinting on the pitch, swooping the ball and outrunning the security.
    A dog invaded the pitch during a Mexican second-division match on ThursdayCredit: Twitter / @ESPNDeportes
    Security were spotted trying to chase the four-legged player off the pitchCredit: Twitter / @ESPNDeportes
    The dog escaped capture with the game ballCredit: Twitter / @ESPNDeportes
    But Mexican second-division side Alebrijes de Oaxaca’s 4-0 win on Thursday against Dorados was overshadowed, as a four-legged superstar became the unexpected star of the match.
    The dog darted onto the pitch just before the game’s went to extra time.
    Security were spotted trying to get hold of the dog as he darted across the ground with the game ball in his mouth.
    Staff embarrassingly failed to capture the dog, much to the hilarity of fans.
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    In total, they spent a whole minute attempting to chase it off the pitch.
    The match eventually finished and Alebrijes secured their win.
    Shortly after the game the Mexican side took to social media to confirm the safety of the dog, calling it “our new best friend”.
    Fans took to the comments to express their reaction to the bizarre event.
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    One said: “Outstanding movement from the little guy.”
    While another added: “12 dribbles completed, solid performance.”
    A third fan said: “Conclusion. Dogs are brilliant.”
    A fourth jokingly put: “I’m hearing Chelsea have lodged a £85m bid.” More