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      Laura Woods sparkles as she wears dazzling engagement ring live on TNT Sports days after proposal from Adam Collard

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      LAURA WOODS stunned as she showed off her new engagement ring and baby bump live on TNT Sports.The presenter announced her engagement to Adam Collard earlier this week after he proposed on a recent trip to Cornwall.Laura Woods showed off her brand new engagement ring on TNT SportsCredit: GettyThe Champions League host also displayed her baby bumpCredit: RexBut her dazzling new ring took centre stageLaura announced her engagement to Adam Collard this weekCredit: InstagramThe couple revealed they were dating last yearCredit: InstagramThey have enjoyed a whirlwind romanceCredit: Instagram @adamcollardThe pair revealed they were dating last year and have enjoyed a whirlwind romance, often updating fans with loved-up pics together.Laura showed off her ring on social media as she announced the engagement and now it has been given its first public airing.The TNT Sports host returned to screens this week as part of the broadcaster’s Champions League coverage.Laura’s ring was centre stage as she presented the build-up to Manchester City vs Inter Milan.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhile her baby bump was also on display after the couple announced they were expecting back in July.They shared the news with a photo of an ultrasound alongside their pet dog Lu.And Lu featured once again in a snap Laura and Adam took together showing off the engagement ring.The proposal took place on a beach in St Ives where Laura says she “fell in love” with her now fiance.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHow Laura Woods tamed Love Island bad boy Adam CollardHE was one of Love Island’s most notorious bad boys – but one woman seems to have changed all that.Personal trainer Adam Collard, 28, has been dating Euro 2024 presenter Laura Woods, 36, since 2023.The former loverat has called her “The One,” spent Christmas with her – the first time he’s done so with a girlfriend since he was 21 – and kept their relationship relatively out of the limelight, seemingly on Laura’s wishes.It’s a far cry from the man who admits himself he’s been “ruthless” in the past, claims to have had 25 girlfriends, and spent many years partying and juggling flings with girls including Zara McDermott and Lottie Moss.Relationship expert Jo Hemmings says: “He’s now 28, he’s a professional with a job, and I think he just went off the whole idea of ever realistically meeting somebody on a TV show.“He’s now met somebody who is also a professional, and is only on TV as a byproduct of what she does in sport.“He’s got himself in a comfortable place. Financially, he’s older, he’s more mature, he’s more settled.“He once played into this roguish character that people saw him as, and became a parody of himself. But look who’s laughing now.“He’s got a fabulous girlfriend, they’re in a long term relationship, he’s well off, he’s still in the public eye, and he’s getting on with his life in the way that I think he always wanted.”Read the full article hereAdam spilled the beans on how he won over Laura following a string of dates including at the Black Bull pub in Trimdon, Co Durham.Meanwhile Laura returned to TNT Sports with a bang this week as she cracked a joke that left pundits Peter Crouch and Rio Ferdinand in stitches.Watch hilarious moment Laura Woods cracks cheeky joke live on TNT Sports leaving Ferdinand and Crouch in stitches More

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      Ebanie Bridges reveals pregnancy to the world with beaming boxer showing off baby bump as she arrives at Misfits event

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      BOXER Ebanie Bridges has revealed to the world she’s expecting her first child.The Blonde Bomber hasn’t set foot inside the ring since her decision loss to Miyo Yoshida last December, which saw her lose the IBF female bantamweight title.Ebanie Bridges has kept a relatively low profile since losing the IBF women’s bantamweight titleCredit: REUTERSThe 37-year-old made an appearance at the latest Misfits Boxing event and was sporting a baby bumpCredit: YOUTUBE / BOXING KING MEDIAThe radiating Bridges was all smiles as she was congratulated on her pregnancyCredit: YOUTUBE / BOXING KING MEDIAThe Aussie, 37, has kept a relatively low profile since the crushing defeat, keeping public appearances to somewhat of a minimum.But she made the trip to Newcastle on Saturday to watch her pal Elle Brooke headline Misfits Boxing’s 18th X Series event.And she proudly showed a baby bump upon arrival at the Utilita Arena, much to the surprise of some of her acquaintances.YouTube channel Boxing King Media revealed Bridges’ pregnancy to the world, briefly catching up with her before she entered the arena for the fights.READ MORE BOXING NEWSMotherhood is something Bridges has longed for but put off in order to pursue her dream of becoming a world champion.In an exclusive interview with SunSport two years ago, she said: “It’s a battle I have all the time, and it’s very heartbreaking.”I want nothing more than to have a family and have kids. It’s very important to me.”It’s getting harder and it’s a tough decision to make.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSEbanie Bridges put off motherhood in order to fulfil her dream of winning a world titleCredit: REUTERS”I am at the peak of my career, and to stop and have a kid.”Not only does that put me out for a year, but it makes it very hard to have a kid with my partner back home.Seven sports stars who started an OnlyFans including ex-footballer and British boxing icon”My career is over here, it’s not in Australia.”I can’t have a baby, then disappear and ask someone else to look after the baby and head to the UK for weeks while I’m in a training camp.”It’s not possible, it’s hard for me, it’s hard for my partner.”But, I have to go with my heart and believe that everything happens for a reason.”I’m just praying in a couple of years I’ve achieved what I want to achieve and can go off and then have children.”Brooke had a front-row seat for Brooke’s unanimous decision victory over Jenny Savage, which saw her retain the Misfits Women’s middleweight title. More

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      Ross Barkley and Wag Katherine congratulated by Molly-Mae Hague as they announce they’re expecting baby in adorable post

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      ROSS BARKLEY and his other half were inundated with scores of well-wishes after revealing they are expecting a baby.The Aston Villa midfielder and Katherine Pilkington went public with their relationship back in February 2022.Ross Barkley has been dating Kara Pilkington for over two yearsCredit: INSTAGRAM@KATHERINE.PILKINGTONThe couple have revealed they’re expecting their first child and received a slew of congratulatory messages on social mediaCredit: INSTAGRAM@KATHERINE.PILKINGTONThe pair were congratulated by Molly-Mae Hague on InstagramCredit: InstagramTheir love has blossomed over the last two years, with the couple now pregnant with their first child.The pair announced the news with a heartwarming video reveal of their ultrasound scan, which included their dog, in a joint Instagram post.Pilkington’s accompanying caption read: “We can’t wait to meet you.”Their followers were blown away by the emotional reveal and barraged them with messages of congrats.READ MORE FOOTIE NEWSAnd Katherine’s pal, Love Island star and influencer extraordinaire Molly-Mae Hague, was among the first to congratulate the happy couple.The mum-of-one – who is still dealing with an emotional break-up with Tommy Fury – wrote: “You’re going to be the best mummy.”One person wrote, on X: “Congratulations girl!!!!”Another said: “So happy for you guys, tooo cute.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWhile a third added: “Congratulations! So happy for you both.”Barkley, 30, also commented, leaving a single love-heart emoji.Molly-Mae Hague sparks ticket frenzy as she announces huge surpriseFormer Chelsea midfielder re-joined Villa from Luton in the summer for an undisclosed fee.He has made two appearances for Unai Emery’s side this campaign. More

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      Premier League legend, 36, welcomes first child with stunning model partner, 28, as Messi’s wife sends congratulations

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      MANCHESTER CITY legend Sergio Aguero’s stunning girlfriend Sofia Calzetti has given birth to their first child.The 36-year-old, who had to retire from football nearly three years ago because of a heart condition, confirmed yesterday he had become a father for the second time.Sergio Aguero posted a snap of his baby daughter clutching his fingerCredit: Instagram @soficalzettiThe Man City legend welcomed his second child to the worldCredit: Instagram @aguerobenja19Sofia Calzetti is Aguero’s girlfriendCredit: Instagram @soficalzettiThe beauty works as a modelCredit: Instagram @soficalzettiHe posted a picture of his newborn daughter Olivia clutching the happy couple’s fingers.Aguero wrote along the snap on his social media: “September 13 2024. Welcome Olivia. We cannot express in words so much happiness.”His model partner posted a congratulation messages they had received from friends and family along with more photos showing the ex-Argentina international cradling his baby.Aguero revealed in March he was expecting a child with Sofia, 28.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHis Instagram post at the time showed the loved-up duo holding each other by the hand with two pictures of the ultrasound showing their baby in her womb.The post was captioned: “Immense excitement. We’re waiting for you little girl.”On Tuesday, heavily-pregnant Sofia published a selfie photo showing her practising yoga at the couple’s home in Miami alongside an emotional message which said: “Last yoga class with my little one inside me. “Such strong emotions I can’t find the words to explain them.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS“In days or hours, perhaps, she will change my life for ever. I am going to begin to live what I dreamt of all my life, being a mummy.”One of the first to congratulate them was Sergio’s 15-year-old son Benji, whose mum Gianinna was one of Diego Maradona’s two daughters with his wife Claudia Villafane.Man Utd & Man City Premier League combined XILionel Messi’s wife Antonela Roccuzzo wrote “congratulations” on the couple’s Instagrams alongside several heart emojis.Aguero announced his retirement from professional football at an emotional press conference in December 2021.The five-time Premier League winner was diagnosed with an irregular heartbeat days after he was taken to hospital clutching his chest and complaining of breathing problems and dizziness during a game for Barcelona.He signed for Barca after becoming Man City’s record goalscorer during his decade in England.Aguero took a massive pay cut to join the Catalan giants after being offered the chance to team up with close pal Messi.But he played only five games for Barca with the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner.Who are these famous footballers?Sofia kept her 824,000 followers up to date with her pregnancyCredit: Instagram @soficalzettiAguero and Sofia have been together since 2019Credit: Instagram @soficalzettiShe reconciled with Aguero shortly after rumours emerged that they had broken upCredit: Instagram @soficalzettiLionel Messi’s wife Antonela Roccuzzo congratulated the coupleCredit: Getty More

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      Former Premier League captain cuts all ties with his father as he says ‘he did horrible things to people I love’

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      SHEFFIELD UNITED star Anel Ahmedhodzic has cut all ties with his father – claiming he has done “horrible things to people I love”.The defender’s allegations are the latest twist in a sad saga which also saw him withdraw from duty with Bosnia and quit international football.Anel Ahmedhodzic’s exit from Bosnia duty spilled into allegationsCredit: RexAhmedhodzic has won 24 Bosnia caps but suggested he’s had enoughCredit: GettyAhmedhodzic says he has reluctantly gone public after dad Mirsad alleged he was “under the influence of his wife and mother-in-law”.His father had earlier revealed he “did not consider” the 25-year-old his son “anymore” – suggesting he had been turned off his country by “bad people”.The former Blades’ skipper, whose club lost their Premier League spot last season, responded by accusing his dad of “manipulation, lies, scams and almost daily bullying”.The ex-Nottingham Forest man was “insulted” too by a claim his wife had “cast black magic” on him.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSAhmedhodzic explained he’d received hundreds of messages abusing him and his family after he pulled out of Nations League action.He blamed an injury, poor medical treatment and misinformation for his latest problems on international duty.Now Ahmedhodzic has spoken out on issues with his dad as “things can no longer be ignored”.In a statement shared by Balkan cable TV station N1, he said: “The only thing anyone wants from their father as a son is support and pride. Unfortunately, I got very little of that.Most read in Football”What I got most of the time was manipulation, lies, scams and almost daily bullying. “This is the type of man who shows his ‘power’ over women, but has never had the guts to stand up to another man.”Inside Angel Gomes’ rise from Man Utd wonderkid to England starAhmedhodzic added he had a “very good relationship with my mother” and supports her “financially”.He continued: “So when he [his father] says that I don’t care about my parents, it’s a complete lie. That’s not a man. “He goes after people I care about every time there’s a problem.  “He did horrible things to people I love but I don’t want to talk about that here. “There are so many reasons why I cut off contact with him. You will say ‘but he is your father, life is short’.”Trust me, I’ve tried many times to fix things, to forget what he did and every time I fix things, we end up back at the beginning and he doesn’t change at all, not even a little bit.”There have been many occasions when he has publicly insulted me since I married my wife, which he only does to make me angry and get a reaction from me.”Ahmedhodzic also reckoned his dad had “spoiled my reputation in England” with “completely untrue” statements that he “wanted to leave” the Blades. He insisted: “This is the city and the club that gave me the best memories of my life, including the birth of my son.”The Sweden-born ace, who joined United from Malmo two years later, also fiercely defended his partner.He said: “Saying my wife cast black magic on me is very insulting to me and especially to my wife because she is awesome.”It is very hard to find a woman who will take care of you like she does and I am very lucky that my son has such an amazing mother. Ahmedhodzic saw the Blades drop to the Championship this seasonCredit: Alamy”And then say that he doesn’t let me go to national team matches? It’s ridiculous.””She never missed a match, even when she was nine months’ pregnant… She is my biggest supporter and to say she won’t let me go is stupid, but what do you expect from a narcissist?”I am very disappointed, but not surprised that it has come to this. “I never wanted it to be public, but when you have a father who is actively trying to control you, push you down, and hurt your reputation, I had to do it.”Ahmedhodzic’s dad had earlier said: “No one is a better friend to my son than his parents, but when he listens to the wrong people, what happens to him happens.”That’s not my son anymore, I don’t consider him my son anymore. I wish him well. The best. “I fought the whole war, I was wounded three times. I wanted my son to play for the country that I created with my own blood, but he was turned away by bad people who think only of self-interest.” Ahmedhodzic Senior also suggested his son’s wife and her family had tried to separate Anel from his parents.He added: “I hid my feelings when they asked me how Anela was doing, I hid everything inside me.”It was difficult for me to answer the truth, I always said ‘he’s doing well, we talk to each other, etc.. I defended him. READ MORE SUN STORIES”I thought he would understand, forgive himself, but nothing works. They have it under control.”Ahmedhodzic Junior won a single cap for Sweden in 2020 before switching his allegiance the same year to Bosnia, for whom he played 24 times until apparently now having enough. More

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      Jack Grealish’s girlfriend Sasha shows off growing baby bump and posts message to England ace after goal against Ireland

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      JACK GREALISH’S girlfriend Sasha Attwood showed off her huge baby bump and shared a message to the England star after he scored against Ireland.The loved-up couple announced their pregnancy in July in a heartwarming social media post.Sasha Attwood showed off her growing baby bumpCredit: InstagramShe announced her pregnancy in JulyCredit: InstagramSasha has since shown off in different outfits offering advice to fellow mums-to-beCredit: SplashThe model signed a deal with PrettyLittleThing last monthCredit: SplashJack Grealish and Sasha are childhood sweetheartsCredit: Refer to CaptionShe is often at his matches cheering him onCredit: AFPAnd she shared how proud she was after Grealish returned for EnglandCredit: instagramNow Sasha has showed off her big bump as she tried on different comfy outfits as a guide for fellow mums-to-be.She has been ever-present on social media throughout her pregnancy, showing off in loungewear while also post make-up tutorials.And the model took to Instagram over the weekend to celebrate Grealish scoring on his return to the England team in the 2-0 win over Ireland.Sasha posted a pic of the Manchester City ace alongside the caption: “Proud of you.”READ MORE ON WAGSIt has been a good few months for the couple with Sasha also signing a huge modelling deal with PrettyLittleThing.Sasha, 28, raked in an eye watering five-figure paycheck after inking her signature on the big-money contract.Last month Sasha shared photos of herself outside in the sun wearing a sleeveless cardigan open at the bottom to reveal her growing tummy.The influencer held a drink she called “iced coffee to go” and explained her matching white top with black stripes and a matching skirt were from PrettyLittleThing.Most read in FootballIn July the couple announced they were expecting with Sasha posting a pic of her baby bump alongside the caption: “Half of me, half of you – beyond blessed.”Grealish, 28, wrote: “Life’s biggest blessing.”Jack Grealish’s pregnant girlfriend Sasha Attwood shows off her growing baby bump as she poses in bikini topThe England star was delighted to return against Ireland, despite being booed by the home crowd after switching allegiances.He said: “It was what me and Dec [Rice] expected. I said before the game, I think it is different.“Me and Dec have nothing bad to say, we both enjoyed our time with Ireland. I certainly did, and I have a lot of Irish in my family, so there is no bad blood from my side.“I need to start playing regularly and scoring goals, that is what I did today,” he admitted. “I still don’t feel 100 per cent fit but I am getting there. From a personal point of view, I am happy.“It meant everything, just going to the fans at the end and hearing them cheer my name and stuff.“Listen, there is no better feeling than playing for England, especially in games like this, when the whole nation is watching.“I have said it before in another interview, the summer was one of the worst of my life because you can’t not see what is happening in front of you. It was difficult but it has given me more resolve to bounce back.” More

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      Transgender parent-of-two Valentina Petrillo, 50, qualifies for Paralympics 2024 women’s 400m semi-final

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      AN ITALIAN runner who was born male has become the second transgender athlete to compete in the 64-year history of the Paralympics.Valentina Petrillo, 50, has a visual impairment and competed in the heats of the women’s T12 400m class on day five of the Paris Games.Valentina Petrillo of Team Italy made history during the Women’s 400m T12 Round 1 Heats on day five of the ParalympicsCredit: GETTYThe 50-year-old became the second transgender athlete to compete in the Games in its 64-year historyCredit: GETTYPetrillo was born a male and underwent hormone therapy in 2019Credit: GETTYPetrillo, who does not require a guide, qualified for tonight’s semi-finals at the Stade de France with a time of 58.35 seconds as she finished behind Alejandra Paola Perez Lopez of Venezuela in heat four but ahead of China’s Shen Yaqin.Without requiring the use of a guide runner, parent-of-two Petrillo qualified sixth overall and will be in contention for the podium spots at the Paras.She said: Petrillo said: “The atmosphere in the stadium is great, it’s just a dream come true. We are here finally, it’s September 2, 2024, let’s sign this historical date (in our diary).“From today I don’t want to hear anything more about discrimination, prejudices against transgender people.READ MORE PARALYMPICS NEWS“There are lots of people dying only for being trans, people are killed because they are trans, people commit suicide because they are trans and lose their jobs, or (they are) are not included in sport.“But I made it. If I can make it, everyone can make it. I thought about Paris from the day I knew I was not making it to Tokyo. I am here now. Finally, I made it.”In 2017, the disabled star shocked her wife, the mother of their two children, when she revealed she wanted to become a transgender woman – and within two years, she was undergoing hormone therapy.Running as a male, Petrillo won 11 Italian para-athletics titles but has started to win medals on the international stage since switching to female-only events.Most read in AthleticsIn March 2023, World Athletics – the governing body of able-bodied track-and-field – took a firm stance on this controversial topic.Officials decided to exclude male-to-female transgender athletes who had gone through male puberty from competing in international events for women.Imane Khelif wins Olympic gold in women’s welterweight final after huge gender row that has grabbed worldwide attentionSeb Coe, the president of the governing body, said “decisive action” was taken “to protect the female category in our sport”.While some might feel that Petrillo has a considerable physical advantage, despite being in her sixth decade on the planet, the International Paralympic Committee refused to implement any ban, saying they do not have any “framework” of rules.Channel 4’s Paralympics Line-UpChannel 4 have a star-studded line-up of hosts and pundits for their coverage of the 2024 ParalympicsA IPC spokesperson said: “We have had one previous transgender athlete at the Paralympic Games. “This was a Rio 2016 Paralympian who represented the Netherlands.“Our framework is very clear. The IPC have no specific rules on transgender.“It’s the responsibility of the international federations, which is a very similar approach to the IOC (International Olympic Committee).”Not everybody is convinced and some want a suspension to come into force.Germany’s Katrin Mueller-Rottgardt, who competes in the women’s long jump, said: “Basically, everyone should live in everyday life the way they feel comfortable, but I find it difficult in competitive sports.“Petrillo has lived and trained as a man for a long time, so there is a possibility that the physical requirements are different to those of someone who was born as a woman.Valentina Petrillo wants to be a role model for other transgender peopleCredit: GETTY”This could give an advantage.”Petrillo said: “I’m happy as a woman and running as a woman is all I want. I couldn’t ask for more.“I dream of a future where no one has to hear stories like mine anymore.“For 44 years I had no tools, I thought I was the only one in the world experiencing this situation.”I was born in Naples in the Seventies, where the ‘femminielli’ were considered the ‘scum’ of society.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I had an older relative who declared that she was trans and she was kicked out of the house by her father. I was scared and hid.“I dream of a future in which there are no longer children, girls, teenagers, forced to hide, to be afraid, to not be able to express themselves for who they are: in the family, in society, in everyday activities.” More

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      I dated football star for 2 YEARS before his ‘mask dropped’ when I fell pregnant – I can’t afford clothes for our boy

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      A WOMAN who dated a football star for two years says his “mask dropped” when she fell pregnant – claiming she now can’t afford clothes for their son.The struggling mum told how the married player paid her just £8 a month for maintenance.A football star paid a struggling ex-girlfriend £8-a-month maintenance payments — leaving her to raise their son on Pot Noodles (stock image)Credit: GettyShe claimed he hid his assets to make sure he qualified for nil rate child support.The woman dated the player for two years before she became pregnant.She said: “The mask fell. He said, ‘You can’t be pregnant, I’m married’. I was stunned.”The mum claims the former Championship player owes hundreds of thousands for the upkeep of their boy, now 14.Read More SportShe says records show he earns less than £7 a week.The girlfriend said: “My son has had to eat £1.80 packet noodles for dinner on really hard days. “He once asked me for an ice cream, I couldn’t afford it. It broke my heart.“He’s had to wear clothes that are too small. He wanted to go to boxing and basketball.Most read in Football”But I can’t afford the fees. Anything I earn goes towards him and my house.”She says she foolishly accepted the ex-player’s offer of £10,000 not to take their finance row to a tribunal.She added: “But I expected the basic child maintenance to continue, which to my surprise was abruptly stopped.”Officials tell me their records show he is earning less than £7 a week, so he can send what he wants.”He comes across as a jovial guy. His hypocrisy is jaw-dropping.” More