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      Paul Scholes reveals Sir Alex Ferguson had Eighties pop icon training with Man Utd – and brought Miss World with him

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      SIR ALEX FERGUSON once invited a pop legend to train with the Manchester United squad.The legendary singer pulled up to the session with Miss World on his arm – but it did not stop Roy Keane giving him a telling off for a poor performance.Nicky Butt and Paul Scholes revealed a pop icon trained with themCredit: YOUTUBE / Football’s GreatestSir Alex Ferguson also invited him into a pre-match meetingCredit: GettyMan Utd lost 4-0 to Barcelona in the group stage of the Champions League in 1994.And the possible reason for the heavy defeat could be because the players’ preparations were gatecrashed by Mick Hucknall.The incredible story about the Simply Red star’s bizarre appearance in training was told by Paul Scholes and Nicky Butt on their Football’s Greatest Eras podcast.Scholes said: “I don’t remember him being that good. He didn’t like a football.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLButt said: “Hucknall should have played [in the game] as we were all rubbish.”He was awful if I’m honest with you. He had no coordination. He could sing really well – he should stick to that.”I remember being in the box and going like ‘it is Mick Hucknall with us’.”And then he started giving the ball away and I remember Keane gave him a b******ing.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSSinger and United fan Mick Hucknall trained with the teamCredit: PA:Press Association”Keane is having a go at him and I’m like ‘he is not a footballer, he is a singer’.Scholes added: “I seem to remember as well he had Miss World with him.Sir Alex Ferguson booked me a flight home from my holiday and hauled me back to Man Utd – I hadn’t done anything wrongButt explained: “I don’t know what her name was, but she was a good looking girl. She came to the pre-match, he brought her in.”I don’t think the manager was too happy about that. Everyone’s attention went from the game. Scholes then chimed in and hilariously said: “No wonder we got beat.”The ex-England duo revealed Hucknall was around the club often as he became close mates with Ferguson.He is a passionate Man Utd fan and first met the boss by inviting him backstage at one of his concerts. More

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      Gary Neville appears to make huge career change by joining INDIE BAND as bass player with UK tour set for next year

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      GARY NEVILLE has joined up with indie rockers The Reytons – claiming to be their new bass player.The former Man Utd right back posed with the Yorkshire band as they prepare to hit the road in 2025. Gary Neville has joined up with The Reytons to promote their new tourCredit: The ReytonsNeville showed off his dance moves during his band auditionCredit: X @TheReytonsThe 49-year-old admitted he’d never played the bass beforeCredit: X @TheReytonsNeville is taking the place of bassist Lee Holland, who is out of action with a broken arm.The Rotherham rockers are preparing for a UK tour next year to promote their new album. And they shared a video of Neville’s audition for the group as they searched for Holland’s replacement.In the clip, Neville told the band: “If Lee can play for The Reytons, then so can I.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe Sky Sports pundit was put through his paces in the audition, showing off his dance moves and being asked how fast he could chug a pint. He was also challenged with a game of Higher or Lower, before successfully grabbing a greasy burger meal over a salad in a blind taste test. Following his trial, lead singer Jonny Yerrell told Neville: “You’ve literally ticked every box there pal.”But I think the only question is now, you know, what’re you actually like on bass?”Most read in FootballA sheepish Neville replied: “I’ve never played bass in my life.”Yerrell immediately hit back with a smile: “You’re in.” Gary Neville tells Gareth Southgate ‘it’s illegal’ again as he repeats fierce criticism of ex-England manager’s tacticsOne fan responded on X: “This is absolutely class chaps.”Another laughed: “This is the best video I have ever seen.”Fans dreaming of the ex-Three Lions star hitting the stage with the band may be disappointed come next year. In the full press release, a disclaimer added: “Gary Neville may or may not be actually joining The Reytons.”Ultimate sports presenters rich listTV sports presenters make a mint.The biggest and best are signed up on yearly deals with the likes of the BBC, ITV and Sky for your viewing pleasure.Laura Woods is dominating the media landscape at the moment, leading TNT Sports’ coverage and ITV’s.Alex Scott and Jermaine Jenas are two of the fresher faces for the BBC’s sporting output.Then, it’s the old guard of Gary Lineker and Mark Chapman who also command hefty fees for their Match of the Day programmes.SunSport has taken a look at how those big names rank and compiled a list of the top 10 highest earning stars that grace our TV screens.With number one worth a whopping £29.4million more than number 10!Read the story and see the full list here.The stunt comes after Neville hit the decks at last month’s Kendal Calling music festival. He entertained a crowd of 40,000 revellers alongside Manchester music legend Tim Burgess.But prior to the gig, Neville admitted becoming a DJ for the day was completely out of his comfort zone.He told the Football, Music and Me podcast: “When I finished my football career, there were many things I did to put myself out of my comfort zone.”I’m actually DJing with Tim at Kendal Calling, I mean, what the hell am I doing?’ I’m trying to wangle my way out of it, but I can’t once I’ve said yes to something.”Obviously Tim has [played] thousands of times, I’ll just be accompanying him. I’m worried about what I actually have to do, to be honest.”READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Reytons Right Back At It tour begins at London’s O2 Academy Brixton in February 2025. It will see the band play in Bournemouth, Blackpool, Newcastle, Dublin, Birmingham, and Manchester. More

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      Footballer SACKED after wife accuses him of ‘strangling and suffocating her’ and having affair with pop star

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      AN INTERNATIONAL footballer has been sacked by his club after they were accused of domestic abuse and of having an affair with a pop star.Peruvian football star Christian Cueva saw his contract ripped up by Club Cienciano just 48 hours after signing for them.Christian Cueva has been accused of domestic abuse and cheating by wife Pamela Lopez SolorzanoLopez alleges that she has been ‘strangled’ and ‘suffocated’ by CuevaHe was previously accused of having an affair with Peruvian pop star Pamela Franco VieraCredit: INSTAGRAM @pamelafrancovieraThe 100-cap Peru international has been sacked by his club, Club Cienciano, following an internal investigationCredit: GettyIt comes following accusations of domestic abuse were made against him by his wife Pamela Lopez Solorzano.Lopez said on a TV show that she “feared for her life” and “suffered for many years” before reporting her husband to the police, alleging repeated physical and psychological attacks against her by the 32-year-old.A club statement released on Tuesday said: “After concluding the internal investigation process, footballer Christian Cueva has been permanently separated from the club.”This decision has been made in strict compliance with our values and to preserve the integrity of the institution.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSpeaking on American Hoy, via Marca, Lopez said: “There were slaps, hair pulling, pushing. “The last thing was that he was suffocating me, covering my mouth and nose, strangling me by the neck. “He always said insults and swears and then came back repentant.”I fear for my life. One of them (violent episodes) was when I discovered an infidelity; and another, days before my birthday.Most read in Football”For me it was a very complicated decision, very difficult, it took me many years to make it. “But I made it for myself, for my children and for all the women who suffer the same thing that I have suffered for many years.”I have been subjected to their manipulation. I will continue to file my complaint to the very end, for myself and for my children.”In 2018, Lopez accused Cueva of cheating on her with Peruvian pop star Pamela Franco Viera,A video from Marca alleges to show Cueva assaulting Lopez in a lift before a man intervenes, while another video published by AS appears to show them fighting.The 100-cap Peru international denied being an “abuser” but admitted his behaviour had been “inexcusable”.In a lengthy Instagram statement, he said: “Violence is inexcusable and my behaviour, although it was not spontaneous but in response, is also inexcusable.”I have been accused of many bad things, defects that I surely have and now I am accused of being an abuser and I do not believe I am. “I know that I have a complex personality that goes beyond what can be seen of me and I will take and will take responsibility for my actions, which does not mean that I stop defending myself and seeking to clarify, before the authorities, those events that have not been reported in the way they occurred or that simply did not occur. “For all this, for what happened, what happened differently and even for what did not happen, I apologise.READ MORE SUN STORIES”While the truth is sought and found in the appropriate authorities, I ask please to be allowed to play football, that this option not be taken away from me, because it is, along with my children, whom I love beyond what has been said, what sustains me.”The former Rayo Vallecano, Santos and Sao Paolo midfielder had been without a club since February after his contract with Saudi Arabia side Al Fateh ended. More

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      Iconic 70s pop star is inspiration for non-league club’s new football kit that leaves fans with ‘tears in their eyes’

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      IT’LL be Pina Coladas being poured rather than champagne corks popping if Northwich Victoria take a step closer to Wembley.And 1970s pop star Rupert Homes will also be toasting their FA Cup success with his favourite tipple after sending his hometown team a special delivery.Northwich Victoria have produced a kit for the ahesCredit: Northwich Victoria/Dennis WareingRupert Homes’ smash hit was the inspirationCredit: Northwich Victoria/Dennis WareingCaptain Matty Clarke models the kitCredit: Northwich Victoria/Dennis WareingThe Vics have a huge replay tomorrowCredit: Northwich Victoria/Dennis WareingThe semi-pro Midland League Premier Division outfit drew 1-1 at Barnoldswick Town on Saturday to set-up tomorrow’s preliminary round replay.But it was what the Vics were wearing rather than the result that had people talking as the fourth annual Pina Colada Festival got underway 65 miles away in Northwich.Vics, who are celebrating their 150th anniversary, were keen not to miss out on the spectacle, which was created to celebrate the 1979 hit song Escape – written by former resident Holmes.That led them to them making a special announcement first thing on Saturday to kick off the festivities – the launch of their brand new Pina Colada-themed third kit.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt was delivered all the way from Cold Springs, New York, by the man himself as they unveiled the bold number in hilarious fashion on social media.A video showed Vics captain Matty Clarke receiving a package that had a QR code asking him to scan it.That produced a video message from Holmes, who was sipping on his trademark drink, and said: “Hi Matty, it’s Northwich boy Rupert Holmes of Hemming Street saying hello to you.“I’m told that you like Pina Coladas and getting caught in the rain.Most read in FA CupBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“I’ve taken the liberty of sending you the new Northwich Victoria third kit in honour of the 150th anniversary of our beloved club.” The skipper dons the colourful new kit that comes with words “gettin’ caught in the rain” embroidered onto it.Gary Neville slams Chelsea pair who ‘aren’t kidding anybody’ and look ‘worried to death’ Fans were delighted with the eye-catching design.One said: “Bloody wow. I’ve got actual tears in my eyes. This is bloody brilliant. I didn’t realise we actually had Rupert in it too. Wow wow wow.”Another added: “Wow! Outstanding work! Can’t see there being a kit clash with that.”Clarke and his team-mates fought out an action-packed draw that saw both teams have a man sent-off.And they are set to wear their new threads when they welcome Barnoldswick at their Barton Stadium on Tuesday evening.Victory will see them reach the first qualifying round – and be just 10 wins from gracing Wembley.Mark Tonge, the social media lead at the club, told Sun Sport: “We’ve had amazing feedback on the shirt, not only in Northwich, but around the country as well from kit collectors and football fans in general.“It’s definitely a unique kit and one that will be a collectors item for years to come.Who are these famous footballers?“As a club, we are celebrating our 150th anniversary this season and wanted to celebrate it in a unique way.“We sat down with our new kit supplier Hope & Glory who helped us design a kit based upon one of our most famous former residents, Rupert Holmes.READ MORE SUN STORIES“The Pina Colada song plays a huge part in our town with the annual festival taking place hence our launch on Saturday.“I knew I wanted to get Rupert Holmes involved in our launch, and luckily enough, he was excited to help us in whatever way he could.” Can you name the famous fathers? More

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      Fans dig up Jack Grealish’s awkward interview about Rihanna after Man City star meets iconic singer in New York

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      JACK GREALISH’S dream came true after meeting iconic singer Rihanna in New York. The billionaire music legend was in the Big Apple to watch Manchester City’s 3-2 pre-season friendly loss to AC Milan. Old Jack Grealish interview at Aston Villa talking about Rihanna, TwitterCredit: TwitterJack Grealish meets Rihanna in New YorkCredit: InstagramAnd after the match, she posed with Grealish, Christian Pulisic and Yunus Musah.Grealish made his admiration for Rihanna known after the game – and in fact years before. Fans dug up an old interview during his Aston Villa days where he admitted the chart-topper was a celebrity he’d love to meet. Asked why, Grealish awkwardly said: “Because she’s pretty.” READ MORE ON GREALISHAway from her looks, he also added: “I like her music as well.” Grealish posted a picture of the pair together on Instagram and wrote: “I’ll tell you truth… First time I’ve been star struck in a long while. “(Rihanna) Lovely to meet you after the game yesterday.” Grealish started the game against Milan with Erling Haaland and James McAtee scoring for City.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut a double from Lorenzo Colombo and winner from Marco Nasti separated the sides. Grealish missed out on this summer’s Euros after being omitted from the England squad that made it to the final against Spain. But he did celebrate girlfriend Sasha Attwood becoming pregnant. Rihanna has two sons – RZA and Riot – with rapper ASAP Rocky.But she has not released an album since 2016 with her Fenty beauty line helping shoot her net worth up to £1BILLION.Grealish and Sasha Attwood are expecting their first child togetherCredit: instagram/@sasha__rebecca’Rihanna and Asap Rocky in June 2024Credit: GettyRihanna’s Fenty beauty line has helped her become a billionaireCredit: Instagram/fenti More

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      Who is Abdu Rozik’s fiancee Amira? Meet the Tajikistani singer and boxer’s soon-to-be wife

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      THREE-FOOT tall Abdu Rozik, the Tajikistani singer who came to prominence on Indian reality show Bigg Boss 16, is getting married.Here’s everything we know about his fiancée Amira — and when the couple is tying the knot.This instagram post from April 2024 shows Abdu Rozik proposing to AmiraCredit: Instagram @abdu_rozikWho is Abdu Rozik’s fiancee Amira?The identity of Amira is somewhat of a mystery.Speaking to the Hindustan Times, Rozik said: “Her name is Amira and she is 19 years old.”She is studying business administration in a university in Sharjah.”She lives here and we both will make our home together here only.READ MORE ON Abdu Rozik”She is the most beautiful girl I have ever met.”And after accusations of his wedding being a publicity stunt, he added: “Just because I am not like others, people think I cannot get married.”Just like everyone else, I also have a heart. I want to love someone, get married and have babies.’There are so many people who are physically challenged. But they settle down and live their life happily.Most read in Boxing”I am aware how people are saying it’s a prank and that I’m doing all this for publicity.”But the whole world is watching what I’m doing through social media. I have over 8.2 million followers on Instagram. I will never fake something like that.”Abdu Rozik calls out Hasbulla for a fight and serenades our presenterAnd as to why Amira’s identity is somewhat hidden in the pictures he shared on social media, Rozik told the Free Press Journal: “I come from a country where we are not allowed to show the faces of our wives to people.”We both are very religious. We follow the same culture and even she is not comfortable sharing her pictures on social media.”How did Abdu Rozik and Amira meet?According to the man himself — whose full name is Abdu Rozik Savriqul Muhammadroziqi — it was love at first sight, at least from his side.Speaking about how they first met, Rozik told the Hindustan Times: “It was so random… I had gone out to grab a bite at an eatery in Dubai.Just like everyone else, I also have a heart. I want to love someone, get married and have babiesAbdu RozikThe Hindustan Times”I never thought I would be lucky enough to meet the love of my life there.”I approached her and asked for her number, and that’s how we met.”From the moment I met her, I knew that I wanted to spend the rest of my life with her.”When will Abdu Rozik and Amira marry?The wedding was postponed so Rozik can make his boxing debut.Abdu Rozik is a social media personality, reality TV star, singer and boxer from TajikistanAbdu Rozik vs Erali Boyqobilov takes place on Saturday, July 6 — just one day before the singer was due to marry Amira.Rozik told SunSport last November: “Really I think Hasbulla is zero, nothing.”He doesn’t have any talent at all. I have singing talent. I have acting talent. I have boxing talent. I have DJ ing talent.”I’m intelligent. I have so much talent but Hasbullah doesn’t have any talent. I’m always ready, he’s scared of me.Rozik is making his boxing debut the day before he was due to get married to Amira”Because he doesn’t have any talent, he’s nothing, I don’t know why people love him so much and why people are supporting him.”He’s a chicken he doesn’t want to fight me. I’m ready. Hasbullah I’m coming for you and smashing your face in!”It is is part of the Social Knockout 3 card in Dubai, which kicks off at 7pm local time in Dubai — this is 4pm BST (11am ET).Expect Rozik vs Boyqobilov to get underway at around 9pm BST (4pm ET).Rozik’s opponent in his first fight is Hasbulla MagomedovThe fight will be broadcast live on Ex-Sports, and organisers have said the live stream will be free to watch on the app.Social Knockout 3’s full fight card for has yet to be released, although some highlights have been unveiled.The UAE’s number one YouTuber Mo Vlogs will also be making his boxing debut, taking on his close friend Shero.While Birmingham rap royalty Stefflon Don will be performing during the musical interlude.Rozik reignited his feud with Hasbulla in 2023Rozik’s combat sport bow comes one day before he was due to tie the knot with Amira on July 7, 2024 in Dubai.But the 20-year-old has said the fight will give him and his fiancee financial security going forward, adding that his wife supports the decision.He said: “I never imagined that I’ll get the chance to fight for a title in my life.”After so many good things happening this year for my career and my love life, unfortunately, I have to postpone the wedding as this match will give us huge financial security for the future.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Amira supports my decision fully as it will change a lot for us. It’s the first-ever title for someone my size and I have a heavy training camp to endure as well these days.”A new date for the wedding is yet to be set. More

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      World’s sexiest tennis star ‘sings Lewis Hamilton a sad pop song’ as she stuns in elegant outfit after F1 Monaco GP

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      MARIA SHARAPOVA stunned in an elegant outfit while she “sang a sad pop song” with Lewis Hamilton.The world’s sexiest tennis ace and the F1 star were pictured together speaking on a panel at the Monaco GP.Maria Sharapova joked that she had been pictured ‘singing Lewis Hamilton a sad pop song’Credit: https://www.instagram.com/mariasharapova/Sharapova was in Monaco for the iconic Grand PrixCredit: https://www.instagram.com/mariasharapova/She was dubbed the world’s sexiest tennis player throughout her careerCredit: https://www.instagram.com/mariasharapova/Sharapova, 37, shared the picture on her Instagram account along with a few more snaps of her trip.In the pictures she was wearing an stunning red dress made by Stella McCartney.On the snap of the two of them together, she joked that it looked like they were signing a “sad pop song”.She captioned the post: “A few more from Monaco…🏁READ MORE F1 NEWS”Just singing a sad pop song with Lewis Hamilton.”And a hot red @stellamccartney number.”Sharapova is a huge F1 fan and has been a long-time friend of the future Ferrari driver.Her 4.6million followers loved the snaps as they flooded the comment section.Most read in MotorsportOne posted: “Gorgeous in red.”A second commented: “Meeting of the GOATs of their respective sports.”Lewis Hamilton grimaces as he ‘eats a dog biscuit’ in NFL schedule release video for team F1 star part ownsA third wrote: “So much talent in this picture!”A fourth said: “Queen. I would love to hear you sing, though.”Another added: “Maria is definitely singing a Kylie Minogue ballad to Lewis.”The 37-year-old retired in 2020 after claiming over £30million in career prize money.She had even been dubbed the “world’s sexiest tennis star” during her career.Sharapova has since regularly shown off her bold outfit choices on social media to the delight of her 4.6million Instagram followers.READ MORE SUN STORIESShe wowed fans earlier this month with a “fairy tale” dress at the Met Gala in New York.Meanwhile, Sharapova also rocked another bold outfit on a recent awards show red carpet as she turned heads at the event.Sharapova is a big F1 fanCredit: SplashAnd she loves to spend time on the catwalkCredit: RexShe has built up a huge online followingCredit: SplashThe tennis star has 4.6million followers on InstagramCredit: Rex🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁  More

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      ‘Please don’t play that at matches next season’, beg Luton fans after Coldplay reveal new song for Hatters at festival

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      COLDPLAY paid tribute to Luton Town with a new song at the weekend – but some fans were far from happy about it.The band headlined BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend on Sunday at Stockwood Park in Luton.Coldplay singer Chris Martin dedicated a song to Luton while performing at Radio 1s Big WeekendCredit: GettyFans had a mixed response to the tuneTo close the festival, frontman Chris Martin took centre stage to sing a new song dedicated to the town titled ‘Orange’ – the colour of Luton’s home kit.Hatters fans had initially wanted Coldplay to change the lyrics to the song ‘Yellow’, which is a colour synonymous with the club’s arch rivals Watford.But instead, Martin sung: “It’s hard to be a football fan here in Luton town. Sometimes you do the best you can, still you find you’re going down.”We didn’t win all our matches, we didn’t win the Cup.Read More on Football”But when you get knocked down in Luton, you always get back up.”The official Luton Town X account shared a clip of the song online.A post also read: “Coldplay just said they love us 😁.”Some fans loved the tribute, with one person commenting: “RELEASE THE SONG.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnother wrote: “That’s a new club song right there.”While a third said: “Thank you Coldplay!”Devastated Luton boss Rob Edwards left in TEARS as West Ham loss leaves club all but relegated from Premier LeagueHowever, others were not so complimentary, with one person saying: “Please don’t put that on ever at one of our matches next season. It’s absolutely tragic.”Another added: “This is quite possibly one of the most horrendous things I’ve ever seen.”While another commented: “This is absolutely tragic and embarrassing.”Luton were relegated back to the Championship earlier this month after finishing 18th in the Premier League table. More