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    Man Utd star Brandon Williams to stand trial accused of driving dangerously before high-speed car crash

    FOOTIE ace Brandon Williams will face a trial next year accused of driving dangerously before a high speed crash.The Manchester United defender, 23, who is currently on loan at Ipswich Town, appeared in court today to deny two charges.Footballer Brandon Williams arriving at Chester crown courtCredit: Andrew Price / View Finder PicturesThe full-back is on loan at Ipswich Town this seasonCredit: RexHe made 51 appearances for Manchester United before falling out of favourCredit: Kenny RamsayHe’s accused of dangerous driving in his Audi S Line on the A34 dual carriageway Wilmslow bypass in Cheshire in August last year, as well as driving without insurance.Williams, who earns £65,000-a-week, stood in the dock at Chester Crown Court dressed in a dark suit, white shirt and dark blue tie.He spoke only to confirm his name and to answer “not guilty” to both charges.The defender was told by Judge Simon Berkson that his trial, expected to last three days, will start on March 17 next year.He was granted unconditional bail.The court heard that Williams’s defence team would be instructing experts to give evidence on his behalf and there would be a recording of a 999 call, as well as items recovered from the scene.Williams, of Harpurhey, Gtr Manchester, joined United’s academy as a youngster and went on to make 51 appearances for the first team.He has spent two stints on loan away from Old Trafford.Most read in FootballThe first was with Norwich City during the 2021/22 season where he made 26 appearances.In August last year, United boss Erik ten Hag sanctioned another loan move to Ipswich Town.He represented England at U20 and U21 level. More

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    Vile fan seen PEEING in cup and splashing supporters below as police launch investigation

    A YOB was caught on film seemingly urinating in a cup and splashing fans underneath during a football match in Mexico.The sickening incident took place on Sunday during the Liga MX match between hosts Monterrey and Tigres at the Estadio BBVA.A vile fan appeared to urinate in a cup before splashing it at a crowd underneathThe fan then appeared to laugh and shout following the actA vile fan, who wore the colours of the visiting team, appeared to be peeing inside a paper coffee cup while looking around him and then dropped the contents to supporters below.The man in question then appeared to be laughing and shouting at everyone watching from underneath.According to The Mail, Mexican authorities have launched an investigation looking for the alleged perpetrator.And the police will check the ground’s archives that include photos fans had to take of themselves before entering the premises.Read More on FootballMexico’s top flight requires all supporters over the age of 12 to submit a selfie and personal data via the Liga MX FAN ID platform.Under those regulations, anyone attending a football match must take a selfie.They then have to scan their legal identification document into a mobile app.Fans attending the game also witnessed immense drama unfolding on the pitch as well.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMonterrey and Tigres played out an intense 3-3 draw, which also saw the visitors’ ace Javier Aquino getting sent off.Tigres set the match alight barely a minute after kick-off as they opened the scoring with Juan Brunetta.Police officer set on FIRE and three more injured in violent clashes with Polish yob fans However, Monterrey equalised only seven minutes later with Luis Romo.But Fernando Gorriaran took the visitors back to the locker room with the lead after hitting the back of the net in the second minute of stoppage time.Brunetta completed his brace just a minute into the second half and looked set to hand Robert Siboldi’s side a big win.However, Monterrey got back in the game on 61 minutes with Gerardo Arteaga.And Fernando Ortiz’s men equalised in the 10th minute of stoppage time thanks to German Berterame. More

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    Leeds goalkeeper Kristoffer Klaesson rushed to hospital after car crash in Norway

    LEEDS UNITED star Kristoffer Klaesson was taken to hospital after a car crash in his home country of Norway.The 23-year-old goalkeeper’s BMW M5 Cs collided with a roadblock barrier late on Wednesday night in Berger, Lillestrom.Leeds star Kristoffer Klaesson crashed his BMW M5 late last night in NorwayCredit: RexThe goalkeeper was taken by ambulance to hospital afterwards and could reportedly face chargesCredit: GettyLeeds have confirmed to the Yorkshire Evening Post that Klaesson was driving the motor involved in the road accident.Lillestrom news outlet Romerikes Blad says that Terge Marstad, a police operations manager, informed them that the Norway U21 international was able to stand and appeared to be uninjured.However, he was taken by ambulance to Akershus University Hospital as a precaution and was questioned by police at the medical facility.The YEP added that Klaesson did not sustain any injuries.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLPolice attorney Henrik Skrimstad told RB: “All I can say is that the police are investigating a traffic accident.”Bjorn Bratteng, the head of Lillestrom police station district’s investigation section, also revealed that Klaesson’s driving licence had been temporarily seized, without the footy ace’s consent. However, RB are reporting that cops do not suspect that he had alcohol in his system.But Norwegian media outlet, Verdens Gang, are reporting that Klaesson is charged with violating Section 3 of the Road Traffic Act.Most read in FootballThat states: “Any person shall travel showing consideration, and being alert and cautious so that no damage or risk is caused, and so that other traffic is not unnecessarily obstructed or inconvenienced.”That can carry a penalty of up to one year in prison.Patrick Bamford reveals terrifying moment Leeds fans confronted him at his house leaving his fiancee shakenKlaesson signed a four-year contract at Elland Road in 2021 after Leeds paid £1.6m to Norwegian side Valerenga.He has only made three first-team appearances for them, two of which have come this season.He did manage to get a Premier League outing as well last term in the club’s relegation campaign when he replaced the injured Illan Meslier away to Wolves.However, he has found himself reduced to being third-choice stopper over recent weeks after Karl Darlow returned to being No.2 after thumb surgery.Kristoffer KlaessonHere’s all you need to know about the star:
    Club: Leeds United
    Position: Goalkeeper
    Age: 23
    DOB: November 27, 2000
    Place of birth: Oslo, Norway
    Height: 6ft 4in
    Previous club: Valerenga (2015-2021)
    International: Norway U21 (17 caps)
    Honours: 2016 Syrenka Cup

    Leeds are next in Championship action away to Middlesbrough on Monday as they look to try and seal an instant return to the top-flight.They are currently third, two points behind leaders Ipswich Town and one behind second-placed Leicester City, who have played a game less than their two rivals.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut Southampton in fourth have also returned to the title race and sit three points behind Leeds with a game in hand on Daniel Farke’s side.The German boss is likely to give an update on the stopper’s condition on Friday at his next pre-match press conference. More

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    Cops raid Germany’s biggest slum ‘Zombieland’ in frantic bid to clean up hellhole ahead of England’s Euros visit

    GERMAN cops raided Frankfurt’s ‘Zombieland’ drugs slum in a frantic bid to clean up the hellhole area before England’s Euros visit.Scores of officers descended on the crime-ravaged Bahnhofsviertel district – two days after The Sun revealed how clueless UEFA recommended it as a base for thousands of travelling Three Lions fans.Cops descended on crime-ravaged Bahnhofsviertel district in FrankfurtCredit: BILD FotoserviceThe operation saw cops in bulletproof vests storm the area, arresting dozens of dealersCredit: BILD FotoserviceThe dangerous area in Frankfurt is plagued by ‘zombie’ drug addictsCredit: Dan CharityThe streets are packed with 5,000 shuffling junkies and 300 dealersCredit: Dan CharityFrankfurt’s railway station area is known as the “most dangerous slum in Germany” – with its streets packed with 5,000 junkies and 300 dealers.The no-go zone is so dangerous that kids are escorted to schools and even road sweepers receive police protection.Officials in the city are desperate to clear up the district before Euro 2024 kicks off in two months – with England playing Denmark on June 20.The major operation last Wednesday saw cops in bulletproof vests storm the station district, arresting dozens of dealers.more on Euro 2024 Pictures show suspects pinned to the ground while having their bags searched for drugs and weapons during the hours-long raid.Others were patted down against walls and were ordered to take off their shoes to check for concealed bags of crack cocaine.,Dozens were said to have been handcuffed and arrested – with local brothels also raided by cops.According to German newspaper Bild, more than 10,000 people have had their details checked by cops in the station area since February.Most read in Euro 2024Five Euros clashes will be played in Frankfurt – and most football fans will arrive at Frankfurt Central Station in the heart of the drugs slum.The Sun revealed last week how tournament organiser UEFA had used its official tournament app to suggest fans STAY in the dangerous district for the crucial group tie with Denmark.Adidas unveil Germany Euro 2024 kitHalf of all the crimes in million-strong Frankfurt are committed on just three streets in the station district – with four violent attacks taking place every day.The area is SO packed with dangerous drug addicts, US companies have banned their employees from walking along them.Politicians have described the violent area – riddled with traditional drugs like heroin and cocaine but also zombifying crystal meth – as “the open wound of Frankfurt”Cornelia Bensinger from the Pro Altstadt association said: “You almost have to be ashamed to be from Frankfurt  And now the gateway to the city looks like Harlem in the 1970s.”The crackdown by cops comes as authorities race to clean up the district, recommended by UEFA as a place for fans to stay.The footballing governing body was condemned by fans after official advice describing Behnhofsviertel as “an especially appealing choice if you’re considering trips to explore the city or its surroundings.”Addicts make no attempt to disguise their drug use on the streetCredit: Dan CharityHeroin and cocaine had been the traditional drugs of choice for addicts in the areaCredit: Dan CharityThe area has been branded ‘the most dangerous slum in Germany’Credit: Dan CharityHalf of all the crimes in Frankfurt are committed on just three streets in the areaCredit: Dan CharityIt is so bad that road sweepers are given police protectionCredit: Dan CharityThe area went downhill during the pandemic when businesses and bars closedCredit: Dan CharityUefa earmarked hotels for tens of thousands of Three Lions supporters attending games at the Deutsche Bank Park stadium, pictured, home of Eintracht Frankfurt More

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    I was a Premier League star who played more than 500 games – but now I’m a COP armed with gun & driving fast cars

    A PREMIER League star who has more than 500 games under his belt is now an armed cop who enforces the law.The 54-year-old made a half-century of appearances for five different English clubs across his career from 1995 to 2008.A former Premier League star has left football behind for a life as a copCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdThe Dutch former star now spends his days solving crimes and catching crooksCredit: YouTubeThe defender competing for the ball against Thierry Henry back in 2004Credit: GettyBut the Dutch footballer has since returned back to his native country as a police officer specialising in forensics.The ex-Prem defender now spends his time catching crooks instead of chasing down strikers.Arjan de Zeeuw, who is best known in England for his spell at Wigan Athletic, has even claimed that his new job is filled with “fast cars and guns”.In a 2020 podcast hosted by his former Latics team-mate Emmerson Boyce, De Zeeuw revealed that he is now living a “boys’ dream”. Read More in FootballHe said: “I still work with the Dutch police force, believe it not as an inspector, or detective as you call it.”Having a medical degree, my first idea was to become a doctor, but at the time the Dutch police were looking for people with higher education to do a fast-track course into the police force.”It sounded a little bit like a boys’ dream – being in fast cars and having a gun and all that stuff and I realised it was still going to take me a long time to become a doctor, whereas it was a much quicker route into the police force.”He continued: “I realised that I loved playing football so much that I didn’t not want to play it and be on the side of the pitch all the time.Most read in Football”I realised I didn’t want to be on the football pitch not playing football, so I thought no, I’m not going to do all the badges and go into management.”I’m just going to get completely out of football altogether.”De Zeeuw hung up his boots in 2009 with ADO ’20 after making a mere 12 appearances. I’m a former Premier League striker but now I’m a COP – I spend my days solving crimes & catching crooksHis stint at Coventry City the year before didn’t quite pan out due to nagging injuries preventing him from securing a regular spot in the Championship side.De Zeeuw is also still into football and manages Vitesse 22 in the Dutch non-league.Back in 2005 he earned a stunning tribute from the then-British Prime Minister Tony Blair.Newcastle fan Blair went on the BBC’s Football Focus to pick out three Prem players – England striker Teddy Sheringham, Fulham stylist Steed Malbranque and De Zeeuw.Blair lasted another two years as PM while the Dutchman carried on playing until 2009, bowing out after a season with Dutch side ADO’20.And Blair said of him: “He’s really strong, never gives up. I could do with him at the whips’ office!”However, before starting his playing career, he completed a degree in medical science, which he is now putting to use in his investigative work.Police work is like football, it’s still very much a team effort.”Arjan De Zeuuw, 54In 2014, he told BBC Sport: “I was looking at something else other than football.”I’ve been in football that long and I thought I just need to look at the world a bit more.”So I tried to get back into my medical studies and I bumped into a friend of mine who was a detective in Alkmaar, where we are now.”Arjan continued: “It’s challenging. The good thing is it’s like football, it’s still very much a team effort.”You’ll hardly ever solve a crime on your own.”However, despite leaving the beautiful game behind as a career, he’s still joined up with the force’s team, who he generously described as “energetic”.He joked: “You have to be careful for your legs with these.”On top of that, he plays for the police’s national team, who qualified for the European final that year.Discussing how his footie skills have kept up, he chuckled: “I’m lacking a bit of speed and a little bit of touch, but the competitive edge is still there.”It’s possible he was just being modest though as he also recalled how his training came in handy when chasing down a suspect.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe ex-Prem defender outlasted him for stamina and made the arrest.He laughed: “I had enough pace to keep up.”Former football stars with interesting jobs
    Mathieu Flamini
    Arsenal’s combative midfielder Flamini, 40, went from pro footballer to environmental entrepreneur as co-founder of GF Biochemicals.
    The company is estimated to be worth £21billion thanks to its ability to mass-produce levulinic acid, which is a fuel made from plant waste that can be used in the creation of plastics.
    Asamoah Gyan
    Better known for his stunning 51-goal haul for Ghana than his two-year spell at Sunderland, the World Cup semi-finalist is on course for a very comfortable retirement.
    Gyan’s business ventures in airlines, real estate, bottled water, boxing promotion, petrol stations and rice and noodles means his net worth is about £17million.
    Robbie Fowler
    Liverpool’s goalscoring legend hung up his shooting boots seven years ago but had already been building a sustainable income away from football long before then.
    He is involved in horse-racing and has owned a sports promotion company since the 1990s.
    But real estate is where Fowler shines as he reportedly owns more than 100 properties and has a net worth of more than £30m.
    Thomas Gravesen
    The Danish hardman delighted Everton fans with his take-no-prisoners approach on the pitch but stopped playing at the age of 32.
    He went on to amass a tidy fortune through clever investments and then boosted his pot up to £100m through poker winnings in Las Vegas. 
    Gravesen, 48, now works back in Denmark as a TV pundit.

    De Zeuuw says he still enjoys playing football from time to timeCredit: BBCDe Zeuuw made over 500 appearances for five different English clubs between 1995 and 2008Credit: Getty More

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    Harry Kane crash: German cops will let driver off with £100 fine after smash sent 3 of England star’s kids to hospital

    THE young driver who smashed into the car carrying Harry Kane’s children will likely escape with a measly fine – of just £100.The 20-year-old woman caused the three-car pile-up, terrifying the  England captain’s kids by ignoring their right-of-way.The driver, 20, who crashed into Harry Kane’s kids is said to be facing a fine of £100Credit: GettyThe young motorist smashed into a black Mercedes Vito while trying to turn onto a motorway slip road, police saidCredit: Hohenschäftlarn volunteer fire departmentThe terrifying incident took place as Kane landed back in the UK for his quarter-final match against ArsenalCredit: Hohenschäftlarn Fire DepartmentEmergency services pictured rushing to the scene of the three-car pile up on MondayCredit: Hohenschäftlarn volunteer fire departmentLouise, three, Vivienne, five, and Ivy, seven, were taken to hospital as a precaution following the crash on Monday afternoon near Schaftlarn.Striker Kane was not in the car, having landed back in the UK for Bayern Munich’s 2-2 Champions League quarter-final first leg against Arsenal on Tuesday.The youngsters, who Kane, 30, shares with wife Katie Goodland, 31, were travelling in his £100,000 Mercedes when a Renault smashed into them.Kate and their youngest child Henry, seven months, were also not in the car.reda more on harry kaneHero nanny saved Harry Kane’s kids in 3-car smash

    By Rob Pattinson, Senior District Reporter
    A BRITISH nanny was praised yesterday for saving footie star Harry Kane’s children in a three-car smash.
    A young driver in a Renault cut across their people carrier to turn into a junction — crunching into its front and sending both ­vehicles spinning towards an oncoming Land Rover Defender.
    Despite its airbags being triggered, the nanny calmly brought the £100,000 Mercedes to a halt, steering clear of the out-of-control Renault and avoiding careering into the 4×4.
    The quick-thinking nanny, 24, was said to be “left terrified”.
    England and Bayern Munich ace Kane’s daughters Ivy, seven, and ­Vivienne, five and his eldest son Louis, three, were taken to hospital in ­Germany but found to be unharmed.
    A source told The Sun: “The Kane’s nanny did an incredible job of protecting the children.
    “None of this is her fault. She might be on German roads, but she had right-of-way. It was the German driver who cut across her path and smashed into her.
    “She would only have had milliseconds to react.
    “You can see from the pictures it was a serious smash, but the Kane children would have felt nothing other than a bang. She really has averted disaster.”

    Under German law traffic cops could charge the motorist with “negligent assault” and if anyone was injured she could face up to three years behind bars.But officers are already said to be looking at the “lucky escape” as an accident – meaning the smash-driver could escape with a fine of just £100, despite nine people being involved.The smash set off airbags in the Mercedes Vito, understood to have been driven by the family’s nanny – a local familiar with German roads.A source told The Sun: “It was clearly the Renault that caused the crash. Harry Kane’s Mercedes had right-of-way and the other driver has cut across the van.Most read in Football“It doesn’t bear thinking about what might have happened if she had been going any faster.“If anyone was injured the driver could be prosecuted for negligent assault. ‘He’s good at it’ – Harry Kane tipped for stunning career change after Bayern Munich and England star retires“But incredibly, everyone was unharmed – so she will likely just get a fixed penalty notice and claims against her insurance.“She must have been stunned when she found out she smashed into the Bayern star’s car.”Information about the case has been restricted to high-level clearance among local cops because Kane is a prominent figure.In an update yesterday, ex-Spurs star Kane reassured his children were “fine”.The two other cars beaten up in the collisionCredit: Hohenschäftlarn volunteer fire departmentKane’s three kids were taken to hospital as a precaution – but the ex-Spurs striker confirmed everyone was ‘fine’Credit: Instagram @katekanexKane’s side drew 2-2 with Arsenal on Tuesday in the first-leg of the Champions League quarter-finalCredit: GettyA spokesman for the star said: “There was a crash, but the kids are fine, and none were injured.”No injuries at all. They went to hospital for a routine check-up.”However, local fire chief Daniel Buck said it was “very lucky” no one was seriously injured.Buck, from the Hohenschäftlarn Volunteer Fire Department, said the cars “had a lot of damage”.He told the BBC: “The good news was nobody had really strong injuries, more minor injuries, like they have pain in the neck from the head up, normally typical for a car accident.”Thank God nobody was really injured. It was really lucky for all the people.”Pictures show the shocking damage to the black Mercedes, with debris strewn across the road.NEW LIFE IN GERMANYKane and his family moved to Germany in August last year after the striker signed a £104million transfer to Bayern from Tottenham.He moved his wife Katie and their four kids into a luxury £30million mansion previously owned by ex-Bayern stars Mehmet Scholl and Lucas Hernandez – in an area dubbed the Beverly Hills of Bavaria.But Kane’s first season at the German club isn’t going exactly to plan.Bayern capitulated against mid-table outfit FC Heidenheim last weekend and had already lost the season opening Supercup 3-0 to RB Leipzig.All of Bayern’s, and subsequently Kane’s, eggs are now in one basket – the Champions League.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut the head-to-head between the Gunners and Bayern ended in a 2-2 at the quarter-final first leg on Tuesday.Arsenal, on 71 points, lead the title race on goal difference as they continue their bid to lift their first league title since 2003.The loved-up pair holding their kids at the Qatar World Cup in 2022Credit: Dan CharityKane’s youngest child, Henry, seven months, as not in the car at the time of the crashInside Harry and Katie’s life in ‘Germany’s Hollywood’BEFORE finding their perfect family home, Harry and his clan had been staying in Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski, one of Munich’s most prestigious and exclusive hotels.
    The five-star resort is frequented by celebs and footballers, costing an eye-watering £10,000 per night to stay.
    Located 7.5 miles (12km) southwest of central Munich, Grünwald is a popular spot for Bayern players as it is only a 15-minute drive from the club’s training ground.
    Kane is also joining the current Bayern squad living there; Alphonso Davies, Matthijs de Ligt, Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, Benjamin Pavard and Leroy Sane.
    And Katie could also rub shoulders with a new group of WAG pals including Anika Bissel, the partner of Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Peter Neuer.
    There’s also Leroy Sane’s wife Candice Brook, a US model, TV personality and singer, and Mathea Fischer, the partner of Leon Goretzka.
    The area is known as the “Bavarian Hollywood”, and it is Germany’s wealthiest municipality.
    A source previously told MailOnline: “Grünwald is the Bavarian Beverly Hills. It’s the home of the rich and famous and offers the very best in luxury mansions.
    “I can assure you that the Kane family will be in one of them and will enjoy their new life here.” 
    The family have a variety of high-end restaurants and eateries in the area.
    They include Chang, a Michelin guide-listed Asian restaurant, which offers pick ‘n’ mix style sushi for £100, caviar for £450 and ribeye steak for £40.
    Another Bayern star hotspot is H’ugo’s, which specialises in truffle pizza and pasta.
    There are also plenty of International schools for the Kanes to choose from for their new little one, including the International Preschool Munich, which has fees of up to £975 per week.  More

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    ISIS issues chilling threat to Euro 2024 as German cops bust four teen terror suspects planning molotov & knife rampage

    GERMAN police have arrested a warped cell of four teenage terror suspects planning an ISIS rampage with knives and molotov cocktails.It comes as security officials prepare for a possible ISIS attack on the Euro games in Germany this summer.Germany is on high alert ahead of ISIS threats to this summer’s EurosCredit: AlamyArmed cops outside a stadium in GermanyCredit: GettyA twisted ISIS poster shows an armed terrorist about to exit a German trainCredit: ISISA packed stadium in Dortmund, Germany this weekCredit: GettyFour young boys and girls were arrested near Dusseldorf by police after they discovered the group’s horrific plans, Bild reports.Investigators were appalled to find the teens, aged just 15-16, were in possession of a machete and dagger and were texting on a group chat about attacking German cities.Just days ago ISIS issued a disturbing threat to the Champions League matches held in London, Madrid and Paris.It’s warped PR arm sent out a poster which read “kill them all”, sparking major security operations at each stadium.A mammoth security operation was launched across Europe with armed cops, prowling bomb dogs and elite anti-terror units.While the games went ahead without a hitch, security officials in Germany have now been placed on high alert ahead of this summer’s major championship games.ISIS magazine Voice of Khorasan released a particularly disturbing issue filled with calls to action for extremists around the world.German officials believe they were directed at the upcoming UEFA tournament, Bild reports.Most read in FootballChilling graphics inside the publication included one of a terrorist holding a gun, kitted out in camouflage gear and poised to exit a German train.Next to him are signs that read: “Welcome to Europe” and “Last call before exit”.On the seat in front of him is a box of explosives.SITE Intelligence, which monitors global terrorist activity, also reported a pro-ISIS cell calling for drone strikes on the Champions League stadiums this week.An ISIS graphic showed a drone flying over the Madrid stadium with the caption: “If they constrict and oppress you on the ground, then strike them from the sky”.Text in the terrifying magazine reads: “Run over the kuffar (non-believers) with your vehicle, stab them with knives, fill their food with poison, blow out their brains with bullets, and set their houses on fire.”German officials believe ISIS-K, who carried out Europe’s deadliest Islamic extremist attack in Moscow just weeks ago, have a significant presence in Europe.They reportedly have a network of more than 100 agents in western Europe with 50 in Germany alone.One security official told Bild: “(This propaganda piece) shows that the ISPK absolutely wants to carry out sensational attacks, no matter how and by whom. “To this end, all potential attackers, including self-radicalised individual perpetrators, so-called lone wolves, are now being called upon to carry out attacks.”Some of the recent ISIS messaging has been aimed at young people in particular – like those in Germany this week.READ MORE SUN STORIESDortmund, Dusseldorf and Cologne were all floated as possible locations for the disturbing teen attack but no ironclad plan came of it before their arrest.The current terror threat level in Germany assumes an attack is “very likely”.Armed cops in London, Madrid and Paris were placed on high alert this week for the Championship League quarter-finals More

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    Harry Kane car crash: Three of England captain’s children have ‘very lucky escape’ in smash as star gives update

    HARRY Kane’s three eldest children had a “lucky escape” after being involved in a three-car crash in Germany.The England skipper was jetting back to the UK when his two daughters and one of his sons were caught up in a horror pile-up.Louis three, Vivienne, five, and Ivy, seven were taken to hospital by the emergency servicesA Renault driver, 20, smashed into a black Mercedes Vito while trying to turn onto a motorway slip roadCredit: Hohenschäftlarn Fire DepartmentThe kids were travelling in the Mercedes vanCredit: Hohenschäftlarn Fire DepartmentEmergency services transported eight people to hospitalCredit: Hohenschäftlarn Fire DepartmentLouise, three, Vivienne, five, and Ivy, seven, were taken to hospital as a precaution following the crash on Monday afternoon on state road 2071 in Schaftlarn.England ace Kane was not in the car, having landed back in the UK  for his side’s 2-2 Champions League quarter-final first leg against Arsenal on Tuesday.The youngsters, who striker Kane, 30, shares with wife Katie Goodland, 31, were travelling in a Mercedes Vito when a Renault driver smashed into them.Police said the Renault was turning into a junction when it crashed into the oncoming Mercedes near Munich, where Kane plays for Bayern Munich.More on Harry KaneA local volunteer fire chief said it was “very lucky” no one was seriously injured.In an update, former Spurs striker Kane reassured his children were “fine”.A spokesman for the star said: “There was a crash, but the kids are fine, and none were injured.”No injuries at all. They went to hospital for a routine check-up.”Most read in FootballHohenschäftlarn Volunteer Fire Department chief Daniel Buck said the cars “had a lot of damage”.He told the BBC: “The good news was nobody had really strong injuries, more minor injuries, like they have pain in the neck from the head up, normally typical for a car accident.Heartbroken Kane’s hopes of winning Bundesliga all but over as he misses sitters”Thank God nobody was really injured. It was really lucky for all the people.”Pictures show the shocking damage to the black Mercedes, with debris strewn across the road.Kane’s wife Kate and their youngest child Henry, seven months, were not in the car.The Mercedes was driven by a 24-year-old woman from the district and there were three passengers in the Renault, aged three, 43 and 48.A Land Rover, driven by a 62-year-old woman, was also caught up in the shocking collision.Those involved in the smash suffered minor injuries and were transported to hospital via ambulance and helicopters, cops said.Munich traffic police are now in charge of further investigation.KANE BACK IN BRITAINHARRY Kane returned to his former North London stomping ground on Tuesday night to haunt old foes Arsenal once again.
    The ex-Tottenham talisman was back on these shores with Bayern Munich to take on the Gunners in the Champions League quarter-finals.
    He helped the German giants to a 2-2 draw with Arsenal, with the two sides set to meet again in Munich next week.
    Kane, 30, put Bayern 2-1 up from the penalty spot in the 32nd minute, after Leroy Sane had been fouled by William Saliba in the box.
    After the game, the England captain spoke to TNT Sports.
    He said: “Having no fans here tonight was tough. Having a full stadium [next week] will push us on.
    “We had a big chance to go 3-1 up but Leroy didn’t put it away unfortunately.
    “It’s been an amazing experience in Germany personally. To see a different culture and a different league.
    “The league is gone this season but I am there for a long time.”

    Kane and his family moved to Germany in August last year after the striker signed a £104million transfer to Bayern from Tottenham.He moved his wife Katie and their four kids into a luxury £30million mansion previously owned by ex-Bayern stars Mehmet Scholl and Lucas Hernandez – in an area dubbed the Beverly Hills of Bavaria.Katie and Harry are childhood sweethearts who have been together since they met in their school days.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe pair got engaged in July 2017, when Kane was 23, on a holiday in the Bahamas.Kane got down on one knee on a beach to ask the question – then revealed on Twitter that “she said yes!”Inside Harry and Katie’s life in ‘Germany’s Hollywood’BEFORE finding their perfect family home, Harry and his clan had been staying in Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski, one of Munich’s most prestigious and exclusive hotels.
    The five-star resort is frequented by celebs and footballers, costing an eye-watering £10,000 per night to stay.
    Located 7.5 miles (12km) southwest of central Munich, Grünwald is a popular spot for Bayern players as it is only a 15-minute drive from the club’s training ground.
    Kane is also joining the current Bayern squad living there; Alphonso Davies, Matthijs de Ligt, Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, Benjamin Pavard and Leroy Sane.
    And Katie could also rub shoulders with new group of WAG pals including Anika Bissel, the partner of Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Peter Neuer.
    There’s also Leroy Sane’s wife Candice Brook, a US model, TV personality and singer, and Mathea Fischer, the partner of Leon Goretzka.
    The area is known as the “Bavarian Hollywood”, ans is Germany’s wealthiest municipality.
    A source previously told MailOnline: “Grünwald is the Bavarian Beverly Hills. It’s the home of the rich and famous and offers the very best in luxury mansions.
    “I can assure you that the Kane family will be in one of them and will enjoy their new life here.” 
    The family have a variety of high-end restaurants and eateries in the area.
    They include Chang, a Michelin guide-listed Asian restaurant, which offers pick ‘n’ mix style sushi for £100, caviar for £450 and ribeye steak for £40.
    Another Bayern star hotspot is H’ugo’s, which specialises in truffle pizza and pasta.
    There are also plenty of International schools for the Kanes to choose from for their new little one, including the International Preschool Munich, which has fees of up to £975 per week. 

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