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    ‘He’s tired’ – Pep Guardiola lets slip Erling Haaland has become a DAD with partner Isabel Johansen after Man City win

    PEP GUARDIOLA let slip Erling Haaland has become a DAD in his Manchester City post-match interview.Haaland scored his first goal in five games as City secured a much-needed victory over Leicester on Sunday.Erling Haaland has been a shell of his usual self this seasonCredit: REXThe Norwegian ended his mini-drought in Man City’s 2-0 win over Leciester on SundayCredit: REUTERSManager Pep Gurdiola has leapt to the defence of the under-fire NorwegianCredit: RexGuardiola casually revealed Haaland has welcomed his first child into the world with girlfriend Isabel JohansenCredit: SPLASHAnd his boss revealed the strike came at the end of a memorable week for the Norwegian superstar and partner Isabel Johansen.Guardiola, who celebrated his 500th game in charge with his team’s first win since December 4, said: “Sometimes, Erling has been judged badly but it’s part of football.“He’s tired, he’s played a lot of minutes.“He’s become a father for the first time in the last few days, a lot of emotions and an exciting few days for him.”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSHaaland was so pumped that he turned the air blue after his second-half header sealed the points for the struggling champions.The Norwegian striker said: “S**t happens.“It’s always a relief when you score.“Leicester did a really good game, we knew it was going to be difficult.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSErling Haaland and Isabel Johansen have been dating since they were both at Borussia DortmundCredit: Getty“It’s been a difficult time. I’m just happy we’re winning.”Guardiola seconded that emotion after City had won just one and lost NINE of their previous 13 games in all competitions.Erling Haaland does pull ups on cliff edge and runs with wolves as Man City ace stars in insane Beats by Dre advert The City boss said: “The right word to use, more than happiness, is relief.“As a performance it hasn’t been the best, I couldn’t expect differently.“Against Everton, the performance was better by far but today we won and that’s what we need to clean our minds and souls and see we can win games.“I know the last 13-14 games have not really been good but comparing that to 500, we have to be so pleased and so happy with what we have done together.“We have done a lot of things that will be a memory forever.“Maybe that period, the month and a half to two months that feels like 500 months, will make you realise how nice it was.Erling Haaland and Isabel Johansen have yet to officially announce the birth of their first childCredit: GETTY“Hopefully we can come back. Maybe we will not be what we were but closer than now. “Leicester boss Ruud van Nistelrooy was left to rue captain Jamie Vardy missing a golden chance as his side failed to turn an encouraging display into points.The Dutchman said: “That’s why it hurts a bit that we didn’t take anything off the game, because of the performance.“We created these moments in a great way.READ MORE SUN STORIES“As a striker, you need a bit of luck in taking these moments.“But of course it’s where games are decided.” More

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    Man City love rat Kyle Walker did not give Christmas gifts to his children with Lauryn Goodman despite £27m fortune

    FOOTIE ace Kyle Walker did not send Christmas gifts to his two kids with Lauryn Goodman.The Man City star, 34, worth an estimated £27million, missed out son Kairo and daughter Kinara for a second year despite promising friends he’d do the “right thing”.Lauryn Goodman feels let down by Kyle Walker, say mutual palsCredit: AlamyWalker missed out son Kairo and daughter Kinara for a second year — despite promising friends to do the ‘right thing’Credit: Instagram @lauryngoodman91Annie and Kyle spent Christmas Day together despite her filing for divorce in OctoberCredit: InstagramA source close to Kyle said: ‘He provides for the children financially’Credit: AlamyIt has left Lauryn feeling the humbug spirit, say sources.One said: “All of their mutual friends have talked to Kyle.“They feel really upset for the children and for Lauryn who is always trying to do right by their kids.“They were hoping Kyle would put aside his differences for the sake of the children.Read More on Sport“But to leave them with nothing to open for another year is just really sad.”Chaos broke out last Christmas between Lauryn, Kyle and his then- pregnant wife Annie.Lauryn broke the news of her second child with Kyle on December 27 in a text to Annie — leading to a huge public feud.Kyle later admitted he’d lied to both women and moved out of the family home in Cheshire.Most read in FootballAnnie filed for divorce this October and is preparing to seek half his fortune. It comes after The Sun revealed Kyle spent a couple of hours on Christmas Day with Annie and their four sons before going to training.Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner files for divorce and gears up to fight for star’s £27m fortuneLauryn became pregnant while Kyle was on a break from Annie in 2019 and Kairo was born the following year. He and Annie rebuilt their relationship and got married in 2021.Kyle and Lauryn stayed in touch, started to spend time together and had days out with Kairo, and then briefly rekindled their relationship before Kinara was conceived.The source added: “Kyle told mutual friends that the kids would get gifts this year. “They still believe he will do the right thing and some will be delivered in the New Year to show them Kyle does care.”A source close to Kyle said: “He provides for the children financially.READ MORE SUN STORIES“He’s never been a part of Lauryn’s Christmas celebrations with the children. “There’s no reason this year would be any different.” More

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    Kevin De Bruyne’s wife Michele wows as she goes braless in daring dress leaving fans speechless

    KEVIN DE BRUYNE’S wife Michele wowed as she went braless in a festive dress to leave fans speechless.The Belgian posted a series of pictures with Manchester City star De Bruyne including one with their three children. Kevin De Bruyne’s wife Michele wowed as she went braless in a dressCredit: Instagram @lacroixmicheleShe posted a series of pictures of the pairCredit: Instagram @lacroixmicheleShe also uploaded a solo photo wearing a maroon dress – as fans rushed to her comment section. One said: “OH SO CUTE.”Another added: “Beautiful couple.”A third gushed: “Gorgeous.”READ MORE ON WAGSOne simply commented: “Beautiful.”Michele reportedly started dating De Bruyne in 2014 when he was playing for Wolfsburg in the Bundesliga.She regularly posts selfies and photos of her family, and has racked up over 620,000 followers on Instagram.De Bruyne admitted that he may not have joined City if his girlfriend had not been pregnant at the time. Most read in FootballMichele gave birth to Mason Milian in 2016.De Bruyne showed his romantic side in December 2016 when he proposed to the blonde stunner beneath the Eiffel Tower in Paris.Pep Guardiola says ‘I’m the manager and I’m not good enough’ as Man City lose again They tied the knot in 2017 with a lavish wedding ceremony in Italy.A year later, their second boy Rome was born on October 31.They welcomed their third son, Suri, on September 5, 2020.The couple began dating in 2014They have three kids togetherCredit: RexMichelle is a big hit on InstagramCredit: Instagram @lacroixmichele More

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    Richarlison set to become a dad as Tottenham star and law student partner reveal they are having a baby

    RICHARLISON has announced he is to become a father with his partner pregnant.The Tottenham Hotspur star and Amanda Araujo made the announcement on social media.Richarlison is set to become a dadCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/DDaZGGkNvW0/?hl=en&img_index=1He and his partner are expecting their first child togetherCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/DDaZGGkNvW0/?hl=en&img_index=1Richarlison and Amanda Araujo made the announcement on social mediaCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/DDaZGGkNvW0/?hl=en&img_index=1She showed off their first baby scan picturesCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/DDaZGGkNvW0/?hl=en&img_index=1Richarlison, 27, shared the news on Instagram with a collection of pictures of himself and Amanda.In the snaps they can be seen posing with ultrasound pictures as well as a baby-sized pair of flip flops.He captioned the post: “Now there are 3 of us.”The happy couple were congratulated on their pregnancy by fans.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne posted: “Congrats to you to! Such wonderful news.”A second wrote: “Congratulations bro, God bless you.”A third commented: “Little Pombo is coming.”A fourth said: “Mini pigeon is coming.”Most read in FootballAnother added: “That’s right my brother! God bless too much.”Amanda has studied law at a private university in Sao Paulo Brazil.They were spotted for the first time together in July 2023 when they holidayed with friends in Brazil.Richarlison breaks down in tears as he reveals he wanted to quit football and would always Google ‘rubbish about death’The happy couple were congratulated on social mediaCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/DDaZGGkNvW0/?hl=en&img_index=1They are thought to have started dating in July 2023Credit: https://www.instagram.com/p/DDaZGGkNvW0/?hl=en&img_index=1Amanda has been a supportive partner to Richarlison during his injury troubles in North London.Last November she flew over to see him after he underwent groin surgery.He is still struggling with injury issues and has only featured in seven matches this season.The forward has not played since he withdrew from action against Aston Villa in November.Who are these famous footballers? More

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    Martin Odegaard becomes a dad as wife Helene gives birth to baby boy after Arsenal’s win over West Ham

    MARTIN ODEGAARD has welcomed a baby boy with wife Helene Spilling.The Arsenal midfielder announced in August he was expecting his first child with the professional ballroom dancer.Odegaard’s wife Helene shared this touching imageCredit: https://www.instagram.com/helenespilling/It’s thought the couple secretly wed last monthCredit: https://www.instagram.com/helenespilling/The pair shared a pregnancy pic in the summerCredit: Instagram @odegaard.98And Helene shared a picture of the couple holding the tot’s’s hand on social media.The 28-year-old added the words: “We love you so much, our little baby boy.” It’s understood the birth was last Sunday, following Arsenal’s 5-2 win over West Ham.A source said: “Martin and Helene have welcomed a baby boy.READ MORE ON ARSENAL“They are both absolutely delighted and Martin could not be prouder.” Odegaard, 25, and Helene, 27, only went public with their relationship in the summer of 2023.She was seen on the pitch hugging Odegaard following the end of the 2022-23 season.Last month the pair were reported to have secretly wed.Most read in FootballGunners’ skipper Odegaard is on a high on and off the fieldCredit: GettyAccording to Norwegian outlet Verdens Gang, the Arsenal star has changed his status to married in the national register.Helene also updated her name to include Odegaard’s surname.Inside Leandro Trossard’s 30th birthday bash after Man Utd win as Arsenal star parties with huge cutouts of his faceShe previously starred on Skal vi Danse, Norway’s version of Strictly Come Dancing.She won the competition in 2021 and as a professional ballroom dancer has won 17 gold medals in the Norwegian national championships.Odegaard was in the squad for the Gunners’ 2-0 victory over Manchester United at the Emirates on Wednesday night.Arsenal are now seven points from the top of the table, with Liverpool dropping points following their 3-3 draw against Newcastle.Odegaard is expected to start for Arsenal when they take on Fulham at Craven Cottage on Sunday at 2pm.He was out of action for two months with an ankle injury but is now back on form.Odegaard said: “I feel good, I think every game it’s getting better.“Being out for eight or nine weeks, it takes a little bit of time to get that rhythm back and to get full match fitness, but I felt pretty good. I think I’ve done a good job being out and working hard, so I feel good now.“It was the longest I’ve been out. I can’t remember anything else that I’ve had that’s been so long, so it was something new to me.“I’m not used to watching the games from the stand and not training with the team, so it was hard but the only thing you can do is work hard every day to make sure you come back as soon as possible stronger and better.READ MORE SUN STORIES“It was a chance to work on some other things, be a bit more in the gym and work on other parts of the body.“Also to watch the team from the stands is a bit different but I think you can learn a lot from that and that’s what I did.” More

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    F1 superstar Max Verstappen to become a dad as he and partner Kelly Piquet announce they are expecting baby

    FORMULA 1 world champion Max Verstappen has announced he is expecting a baby with partner Kelly Piquet.The Red Bull driver, 27, confirmed the news on social media on Friday morning.Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet are expecting their first child togetherCredit: GettyThe F1 driver announced the news with this picture on social mediaCredit: Instagram / @maxverstappen1Verstappen and Kelly have been dating for four yearsCredit: Instagram @kellypiquetThe Red Bull driver recently claimed his fourth consecutive drivers’ championshipCredit: GettySpeaking on Instagram, Verstappen, who claimed his fourth successive world title last month, said: “Mini Verstappen-Piquet on the way ❤️.We couldn’t be happier with our little miracle 💫.”While Kelly added: “Cannot express how happy we are. Thank you for all the sweet warm messages.”I understand how these announcements can be challenging for those who are longing for a child.READ MORE IN F1″While such news is often a joyous occasion, it can also evoke feelings of sadness, frustrating, or longing in those who are struggling with this.”If that’s you, I’m sending all my love, my deepest hugs and magic your way.”Dutchman Verstappen has been in a relationship with Kelly, 35, daughter of three-time F1 world champion Nelson Piquet, for four years.The pair met in 2016 – bonding over having fathers who were F1 drivers – with Verstappen’s father Jos having raced in the sport for more than 100 races.Most read in MotorsportVerstappen and Kelly live together in MonacoCredit: RexKelly is often seen in the F1 paddock supporting VerstappenCredit: GettyThe couple regularly share pictures together on social mediaCredit: instagram/kellypiquetLove blossomed in 2020 and they soon moved in together into a £13million Monaco mansion.Kelly previously dated former F1 driver Daniil Kvyat and has a daughter – born in 2019 – with the Russian.The richest Wags in F1 revealed with some earning thousands from InstagramIn June this year she was forced to address unsavoury accusations made against her relating to past relationships.She said: “A note from me and a gentle reminder to all…”The online world can be a wonderful place for various reasons, but a very scary one when wrong information and lies are thrown around.”I am unsure of the appropriate approach to address hate stemming from falsehoods. I have considered composing a response and letting it stand.”Verstappen has made headlines this week for a furious row with Mercedes driver George Russell.The world champion accused Briton Russell of lying to influence stewards in Qatar last weekend.Verstappen was handed a one-place grid penalty for driving “unnecessarily slowly” to block Russell during qualifying.Verstappen has made headlines for a row with George Russell this weekCredit: GettyVerstappen has accused Russell of lying, while the Brit came back with claims the Dutchman threatened to put him in the wallCredit: AlamyKelly previously dated ex-F1 driver Daniil Kvyat, right, and the pair have a daughter togetherCredit: GettyIn response to Verstappen claiming he has “lost all respect” for his rival, Russell hit back by claiming the Dutchman threatened to put his “f****** head in the wall”.Russell said: “Whenever anything is not going his way he lashes out with unnecessary anger and borderline violence.”He said to me he is going to purposely go out of his way to crash into me and put my ‘f***ing head in the wall’.”I saw in his eyes that he meant it. I’ve lost respect for him.”People have been bullied by Max for years. He’s been enabled because nobody’s stood up to him.”Verstappen denied the accusation, responding: “That’s not true. He’s trying to exaggerate it again.”He’s a backstabber. You shouldn’t talk too much about people like that, because they’re just losers.”I’ve never experienced anything like that from the stewards. I found his behaviour unacceptable.READ MORE SUN STORIES”It has nothing to do with him being head of the Drivers’ Association. He simply lied.”The F1 season concludes on Sunday in Abu Dhabi. More

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    Sasha Attwood and newborn daughter support Jack Grealish at Man City vs Tottenham clash in adorable photo

    JACK GREALISH’S partner and newborn daughter were in attendance at the Etihad to watch Manchester City take on Tottenham.Childhood sweethearts Grealish and Attwood celebrated becoming parents for the first time in with September with their baby girl Mila.Sasha Attwood and baby support Jack Grealish at match,Credit: InstagramAnd Sasha and Mila were seen at the Etihad on Saturday.Taking to Instagram, Sasha posted a photo of herself sitting down with a blue and white stripe coat while holding Mila.Grealish, 29, was named on the bench for the clash.That meant he was powerless to prevent Man City from going 3-0 down.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe then came on in the 74th minute to replace Rico Lewis.However, he was unable to turn the game around before Brennan Johnson scored a fourth goal for Spurs.That final goal compounded City to their fifth defeat in a row, something they have not seen since Stuart Pearce was in charge in 2006.It also saw Pep Guardiola suffer his worst ever home defeat.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSGrealish has played 11 games this season.He is yet to score but has contributed three assists in all competitions.Jack Grealish and Sasha Attwood announce pregnancySasha works as a model and influencer.She has been backed to make millions as the “ultimate muminfluencer”.Inside Sasha Attwood and Jack Grealish’s relationshipSasha Attwood and Jack Grealish have become parents for the first time, but their relationship started well over a decade ago…The pair met as teens in Solihull, West Midlands at secondary school, with Sasha previously saying they have been together since she was 15. Jack was already on his way to becoming a professional footballer when he met Sasha.Despite the long-term nature of their relationship, she remained on the sidelines when his career took off.However, intense interest in Jack’s private life came to a head in 2021 when England reached the final of Euro 2020, delayed a year because of the Covid-19 pandemic. Because of their romance, Sasha was cruelly targeted by trolls on TikTok and Instagram, receiving 200 death threats a day from “young girls”. The pair were spotted on holiday together following the tournament and slowly began showing more of their relationship on social media when the vile trolling died down. In 2022, they celebrated their 10-year anniversary and purchased a seven-bed mansion set in 24 acres worth £5.6 million.They moved in to the home in late 2023, but Sasha and members of Jack’s family were subject to a terrifying robbery while cheering on the Manchester City star during a televised match just after Christmas. Their latest milestone is Sasha’s pregnancy, which they announced on social media on July 7, and the birth of daughter Mila Rose on September 27. More

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    Chelsea star Sam Kerr and footballer partner Kristie Mewis expecting first child as they make heartwarming announcement

    CHELSEA striker Sam Kerr and West Ham midfielder Kristie Mewis have announced they are expecting a baby.The two WSL stars, who got engaged last year, shared the news on social media this morning.Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis have announced they are expecting a babyCredit: Instagram / samanthakerr20The couple have been together since 2021 and announced their engagement last yearCredit: Instagram / samanthakerr20Posting a collage of black and white photos, Kerr wrote: “Mewis-Kerr baby coming 2025!”In one of the images, the couple can be seen holding up a picture of an ultrasound scan.In another, Kerr points towards Mewis’ stomach.Several WSL players were quick to congratulate the couple, with England Lioness and Manchester City star Chloe Kelly writing: “Congratulations to you both!”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLArsenal midfielder Lia Walti commented: “Congrats to you two!”While Kerr’s former Chelsea team-mate Fran Kirby wrote: “Omg 😍 congratulations both of you!”Mewis has made one appearance for West Ham this season – against Manchester United on the opening day in September.Meanwhile, Blues forward Kerr has been out of action since January due to an ACL injury.Most read in FootballThe 31-year-old suffered the setback during a winter training camp in Morocco.She is yet to put a date on her return.Kerr found herself in a “racism” storm earlier this year.In January, she allegedly called a police officer a “stupid white b*****d” after a night out in Twickenham.She was later charged with intentionally causing racially aggravated harassment, alarm or distress to the male PC under section 31(1)(b) of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998. The case is due for trial next year.Chelsea currently sit top of the WSL table with maximum points from seven games. More