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      Erling Haaland reveals inspiration behind Saturday’s Champions League dream and Man City fans will not like it at all

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      ERLING HAALAND admits Manchester United inspired him to want to be a Champions League winner.The Manchester City goal machine, who faces Inter Milan in Saturday’s final, has dreamt of lifting the European Cup ever since he was seven and watched his club’s big rivals defeat Chelsea in the 2008 final when Alex Ferguson was boss.
      Erling Haaland admits Manchester United inspired him to want to be a Champions League winnerCredit: PA
      Man Utd’s 2008 triumph had a big impression on a young Haaland
      Haaland said: “I’ve been dreaming and thinking of winning the Champions League my whole life — it’s been my dream as long as I can remember.
      “In 2008, it was Chelsea-United. When I saw the celebrations, I wanted to do that as well and now we’re getting closer.”
      Haaland has netted 52 times in a phenomenal debut season with his City side a single win away from securing the Treble.
      He was even videoed playing the Champions League anthem in his car when he was a teenager at Red Bull Salzburg.
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      And Haaland told BBC radio: “I love this competition and I enjoy it, so that’s why I listened to it. It’s also a really nice song!”
      Haaland, 22, is under no illusions that City bought him from Borussia Dortmund in order to conquer Europe for the first time.
      He said: “The Premier League, they won it two times in a row before I came here so they know how to win the Premier League.
      “The only thing they miss now is the Champions League so you can read between the lines — I’ve been coming here for a reason.”
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      City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne says he is no longer the “mane man” in his household following 22-year-old Haaland’s arrival.
      The Belgian has been the club’s biggest star since arriving in 2015.
      But Haaland’s incredible first season has turned the heads of everyone — including KDB’s kids.
      The 31-year-old said: “All three children have long hair and Erling is a superstar. I see that with the kids at their school, too. They all have hair like that. It’s funny.”
      De Bruyne has won five Prems, two FA Cups and five League Cups but international team-mate Romelu Lukaku and his Inter pals stand in his way of completing the set by adding the Champions League.
      He added: “He’s one of my best friends in football. I’ve known him since 13, 14 years old.
      “In the end it’s football for 90 minutes, we try to win against each other and after that we will see each other with the national team.”
      Romelu Lukaku and Belgium team-mate Kevin de Bruyne go way backCredit: AFP More

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      West Ham to demand Prem record for Declan Rice as starting price in bidding war for Arsenal and Man Utd target revealed

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      WEST HAM will start a £110million bidding war for Declan Rice after owner David Sullivan finally confirmed their captain can leave.The Hammers will demand a Premier League record fee — in excess of the £106m Chelsea paid Benfica for Argentine World Cup winner Enzo Fernandez.
      Declan Rice has been told he can leave West HamCredit: PA
      Rice helped West Ham win their first European trophy in 58 years, but David Moyes will have to live without him next seasonCredit: Getty
      Rice, 24, led the Irons to their first major European trophy since 1965 on Wednesday.
      More than 70,000 fans lined the streets of East London to hail their heroes on their open-top bus victory parade.  
      Arsenal are expected to bid for England midfielder Rice in the coming days, while both Manchester clubs and Bayern Munich could soon follow.
      Asked if Rice had played his last game for West Ham, Sullivan said: “It has to be. We promised him he could go. He set his heart on going.
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      “You can’t ask for a man who has committed more to us this season.
      “In due course, he has to get on and we have to get a replacement — or several replacements.
      “It’s not something we want to happen. We offered him £200,000 a week 18 months ago. He turned it down.
      “It’s cost him £10m to stay at West Ham in that time [in lost wages].
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      “He wants to go. You can’t keep a player who doesn’t want to be there.”
      Rice emulated legendary skipper Bobby Moore by lifting a major European trophy, thanks to Jarrod Bowen’s last-gasp Europa Conference League winner to beat Fiorentina 2-1.
      Yesterday, Rice posted a photo on Instagram of himself holding the trophy in his Prague hotel bed with the caption: “Good morning”.
      He has a year left on his current deal and West Ham have the option to extend it until 2025.
      Rice has consistently expressed his desire to play in the Champions League and compete for major honours.
      On whether any bids had already been made, Sullivan told talkSPORT: “No. But I think the offers will start to come.

      “There are three or four clubs who have shown interest but out of respect to West Ham, while we’re still playing, you don’t make offers for players.”
      Following Wednesday’s historic win, Rice refused to confirm whether his 245th appearance for the club would be his last.
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      He said: “It’s flattering to be wanted but the badge on my chest is West Ham and ultimately it’s up to the people above.”
      Manager David Moyes’ future is also up in the air but he is now expected to stay on at the London Stadium to lead the search for Rice’s replacement. More

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      Ben White goes back to black as Arsenal star and new model wife Milly Adams wear matching outfits on honeymoon in Ibiza

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      ARSENAL defender Ben White showed a new type of dark arts as he and Milly Adams wore matching black for the beach on their Ibiza honeymoon.White and his model wife stood out from the crowd – especially as they added some fashionable flourishes to their attire.
      Ben White and Milly Adams turned up with a surprising lack of colourCredit: Splash
      It’s a black comedy for White and Millie as they share a jokeCredit: Splash
      The newlyweds rev up the knots after tying the knotCredit: Splash
      The England ace donned cravat-style blue neckwear with an open shirt and Milly wore frilly see-through leggings above a bikini.
      The couple wed at Old Marylebone Town Hall in London last month.
       And when they announced the news on Instagram, Milly said she had “married her best friend”.
      So maybe that extends to making a shared fashion statement.
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      They strode on to the beach on the Spanish island attired so differently from the colourful outfits of those around them.
      White can afford to be be extra relaxed as he’s missed selection for the Three Lions’ squad this month.
      Gareth Southgate’s men face Euro 2024 qualifiers against Malta on June 16 and North Macedonia three days later.
      And apart from the joy of marrying, the luxury get-away must be helping White recover from the disappointment of Arsenal losing out to Manchester City for the title.
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      Earlier in the week the 25-year-old was pictured hand in hand with Milly, 26, on the White Isle.
      On that occasion White wore just grey shorts and his partner was all in white – a crop-top and mini-skirt.
      But now they’ve gone black to basics to the opposite extreme.
      Milly has married her ‘ best friend’ White, having reportedly dated the four-cap Englishman since early last yearCredit: instagram
      The couple looked at ease in black on the White IsleCredit: Splash More

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      BBC forced to apologise as Declan Rice swears twice in X-rated interview during West Ham Europa Conference trophy parade

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      THE BBC were forced to apologise after Declan Rice swore twice when being interviewed during West Ham’s trophy parade. Rice captained the Hammers to the Europa Conference League trophy, their first success in over 50 years.
      The BBC were forced to apologise after Declan Rice swore twice when being interviewed
      Rice holds the trophy aloft as hundreds of Hammers fans cheer in East London
      The bus winds its way through the packed streets near the old Upton Park stadium
      David Moyes’ men were given a hero’s welcome upon their arrival back home and fans came out in their numbers to celebrate the moment with them.
      Rice was being interviewed after the parade when he accidentally let off an F-bomb.
      He said: “I’m lost for words.
      “You hear Billy Bonds, Bobby Moore and now to lift that trophy for this football club… it’s not hit me yet to be honest but it is so f****** special. I’m lost for words, it’s just incredible.”
      The first apology was issued on the BBC, but Rice could not contain himself as he continued: “These are the best fans in the world for me.
      “Two years in a row we’ve had European competitions, they travel all round the world to watch us, pre-season, Europe and to be honest I didn’t expect this many people here tonight.
      “But it is West Ham, we’re f****** massive, ain’t we?! Yes!”
      West Ham celebrated their first piece of European silverware since Bobby Moore’s Hammers won the European Cup-Winners’ Cup in May 1965.
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      Moore – who lifted the World Cup for England a year later – and his team-mates were greeted by fans from the balcony of East Ham Town Hall.
      This time, it was led by manager Moyes and club captain Rice, who may have played his last game in claret and blue.
      Hammers owner David Sullivan told talkSPORT: “I think it has to be [his last game].
      “We promised him he could go. He set his heart on going. You can’t ask for a man who has committed more to us this season.
      “In due course, he has to get on and we have to get a replacement – or several replacements.
      “It’s not something we want to happen. We offered him £200,000-a-week 18 months ago. He turned it down.
      “It’s cost him £10million to stay at West Ham in that time (in lost wages). And he wants to go.
      “You can’t keep a player who doesn’t want to be there.”
      Declan Rice and manager David Moyes with the trophyCredit: PA More

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      Man United consider sending Mason Greenwood out on loan to a European club for WHOLE of next season

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      MANCHESTER United are reportedly considering sending Mason Greenwood out on loan to a European club for the whole of next season.The young striker is still under an internal investigation by the club over charges of rape and assault that were dropped in February.
      Mason Greenwood could be spending a year on loan to a European clubCredit: AFP
      The striker hasn’t played for United since January 2022Credit: AFP
      Man United officials are said to be considering sending Greenwood out for an entire year, as their internal probe continues with several European teams showing interest.
      Mail Sport reports that the likely options are Italy, Spain and Turkey after the club stepped up their investigation into the 21-year-old.
      Last month, The Sun exclusively revealed that Juventus were keen to take on Greenwood – giving him a route back to top-level football.
      And the Italian club hope a long-term loan deal can be agreed this summer, while Milan and Roma are also keen on signing Greenwood.
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      It is unlikely the Bradford-born player will head to another Premiere League club.
      The footballer still has two years remaining on his £75,000-a-week contact and United fear they will struggle to attract a serious fee if they opted to sell.
      The club faces two options – either release the player following the probe if found to have brought the club into disrepute or send him overseas to allow time for further investigation.
      It provides United with a chance to gauge public reaction to the move and also to monitor Greenwood’s playing ability following his time away from football.
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      That makes a long-term loan his likeliest chance of a move, and that’s only as long as the club he joins agrees to cover his wages.
      The 21-year-old was suspended when the allegations were made against him in January of last year and he has not featured for United since.
      All merchandise bearing the No11’s name was axed from the official Utd site and teammates unfollowed him on Instagram.
      Greenwood was due to stand trial in November, 2023 after being accused of attempted rape, assault and coercive control.
      The Crown Prosecution dropped the charges, citing “a withdrawal of key witnesses and new material that came to light meant there was no longer a realistic prospect of conviction”.
      Greenwood could most likely be looking at a year-long move to Italy or SpainCredit: Getty More

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      Aston Villa star Alisha Lehmann shows off incredible figure in bikini while on Bahamas holiday

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      ALISHA LEHMANN went bananas over her Bahamas bikini shots.The Aston Villa striker was called “God’s art work” as she shared holiday snaps with 13.4million Instagram followers.
      Alisha Lehmann wowed fans with carefully-presented beach shotsCredit: Instagram / @alishalehmann7
      Alisha was happy to make tiny adjustments in blissful surroundingsCredit: Instagram / @alishalehmann7
      The Swiss ace is rated the most popular female footballer on social mediaCredit: Instagram @alishalehmann7
      The forward always makes the most of the coast with her posesCredit: Instagram @alishalehmann7
      The Switzerland star, 24, has just helped Villa finish fifth in the Women’s Soccer League.
      That was comfortably the best of the rest – with the big four of champions Chelsea, Manchester United, Arsenal and Manchester City well clear.
      And Alisha’s fans showed they were up for seeing her downtime with their delighted reaction to her beach photos.
      Posing in a pink outfit, she wrote: “When the sea matches the eyes.”

      Some fans noted her blonde hair mirrored the sand in the “wonderful” and “just lovely” photos.
      One follower posted: “So precious and beautiful you are.”
      “Just wow,” said another, as Alisha displayed dark make-up and white-painted fingernails.
      It’s more evidence of why she’s reportedly the world’s most-followed football heroine.
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      Alisha’s fanbase has soared since she moved from BSC YB Frauen in her home nation to West Ham five years ago.
      She helped the Hammers win the Women’s FA Cup in her first season.
      But she switched to Everton on loan in January 2021 before a permanent transfer to Villa at the end of that campaign.
      Alisha’s reputed annual salary of around £160,000 is more than topped up by lucrative sponsorship deals with Adidas and EA Sports.
      So it’s understandable the “gorgeous” influencer had a satisfied smile on her face as she lapped up the sun at her luxury West Indian resort.
      Alisha shows the toned physique she needs to keep on top of the gameCredit: Instagram / @alishalehmann7
      The ex-West Ham star buoyed her followers with this pic from a boatCredit: Instagram / @alishalehmann7
      Alisha helped Villa to fifth in the WSL but that was ten points behind the top fourCredit: Getty More

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      Thousands of West Ham fans line streets to cheer Europa Conference heroes at bus parade and say farewell to Declan Rice

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      THOUSANDS of West Ham fans lined the streets to cheer on their Europa Conference League heroes. The Hammers secured their first major trophy in over 50 years thanks to Jarrod Bowen’s 90th minute winner in Prague.
      West Ham players given a hero’s welcome back to East LondonCredit: AFP
      Match winner Jarod Bowen meets fans before the paradeCredit: PA
      Fans line the street at the parade in front of the statue of Bobby MooreCredit: PA
      Supporters were in party mood
      Hammers followers packed the streets and made the most of any view they could get
      The winners’ bus heads through the streets near their old Upton Park ground
      West Ham stars pose with the trophy as they head homeCredit: Instagram / @westham
      David Moyes’ men were given a hero’s welcome upon their arrival back home and fans came out in their numbers to celebrate the moment with them.
      The specially-commissioned open top bus travels from the old home at Upton Park to a reception at Stratford Town Hall.
      This is the club’s first success in Europe since Bobby Moore, Geoff Hurst, Martin Peters and Alan Sealey won the European Cup-Winners’ Cup at Wembley in May 1965.
      Moore, who would go on to lift the World Cup for England the following year, and his team-mates were greeted by fans from the balcony of East Ham Town Hall.
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      This time, it was led by manager Moyes and club captain Rice, who may have played his last game in claret and blue.
      Hammers owner David Sullivan told talkSPORT: “I think it has to be [his last game].
      “We promised him he could go. He set his heart on going. You can’t ask for a man who has committed more to us this season.
      “In due course, he has to get on and we have to get a replacement – or several replacements.
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      “It’s not something we want to happen. We offered him £200,000-a-week 18 months ago. He turned it down.
      “It’s cost him £10million to stay at West Ham in that time (in lost wages). And he wants to go.
      “You can’t keep a player who doesn’t want to be there.”
      Declan Rice may have played his last West Ham gameCredit: PA
      Manager David Moyes getting involved in the celebrationsCredit: Reuters
      Declan Rice holding the trophyCredit: Reuters More

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      Former Chelsea star looks unrecognisable as he dresses up as Super Mario character Luigi for go-karting stag do

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      A FORMER Chelsea star looked unrecognisable as he dressed up as Super Mario character Luigi. The 31-year-old, who won two Premier League titles at Chelsea, took to his Instagram to share a group photo.
      The former Chelsea star donned a Luigi outfitCredit: Instagram / @thibautcourtois
      In the photo the star donned an impressive outfit as he wore a moustache and Luigi hat with green overalls and blue trousers.
      The shot-stopper is also an avid Formula One fan, featuring in a number of E-races during and after the Covid-19 pandemic.
      He was even seen recently at the F1 Monaco Grand Prix, with Sky Sports presenter Martin Brundle accidentally mistaking the star for a Spaniard when he is actually a Belgium International.
      Have you guessed who it is yet?
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      Well the Luigi Cosplayer can be revealed as, Thibaut Courtois.
      On the stories he shared to Instagram, Courtois was part of a “bachelor weekend” which saw him enjoying some karting at the Carlos Sainz karting centre in Madrid, Spain.
      And while wearing a red race suit, he was seen on the top step of the podium, lifting a trophy before spraying his friends with champagne.
      The Real Madrid star, who left Chelsea in 2018, was enjoying the party ahead of his wedding to model Mishel Gerzig.
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      The mystery star is Thibaut CourtoisCredit: Rex
      Courtois celebrated winning a race after a spot of kartingCredit: Instagram / @shirkadosh11
      The Real Madrid star sprayed champagne while on the podiumCredit: Instagram / @shirkadosh11
      Courtois shared pics from the bachelor partyCredit: Instagram / @shirkadosh11
      Mishel Gerzig was present ahead of their wedding
      Courtois and Mishel have been dating since 2021Credit: Getty
      And since then he has gone on to add two La Liga titles, a Spanish Cup and a Champions League medal to his cabinet.
      However, this season Madrid’s campaign was far from stellar.
      Courtois made 49 appearances, but could not help the Whites avoid a semi-final exit from the Champions League and limping to second in La Liga.
      Off the pitch, Courtois recently invested into Lewis Hamilton’s vegan burger chain, helping to push its value to over $100million (£80m). More