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      I’m an ex-England and Arsenal star – I can’t remember my best moments after drink ruined my life but now I’m in recovery

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      ARSENAL legend Kenny Sansom reveals a life-threatening drink problem robbed him of his best footballing memories – but he’s now in recovery.The former England left-back says booze “ruined my life” but he finally “feels like I’m a dad again”.
      Kenny Sansom feels in a good place as he recovers from drink problemsCredit: David New – The Sun
      Sansom spent eight years with Arsenal and won 86 England capsCredit: Getty
      The Sun exclusively told last month how the 86-cap Londoner, 64, was “proud” to walk his daughter down the aisle.
      And he explained to the The Mail how he is putting some shocking low points behind him for more family highs as he continues to get better.
      The ex-Crystal Palace hero was in a coma at one stage, unable to eat or drink.
      He was diagnosed with Wernicke-Korsakoff and, after he caught pneumonia too, his family were warned he would not be resuscitated if his body failed.
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      Before that Sansom would often sleep rough – once estimating he downed nine bottles of wine a day.
      But as he rebuilds his life he said: “Sometimes I get the hump with myself, sometimes I feel happy. 
      “I think April will be three years without a drink – that takes some doing.
      “Drink ruined my life – that’s one thing I can say for sure. And I know that now, I physically know it, I’ll never drink again.”
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      He added: “I can enjoy my kids and my grandkids.
      “I can take them to football matches…I can take them wherever they want, when I want. It’s up to me. It’s all I want to do now.”
      “I feel like I’m their dad. Whereas before? I was a drunk.”
      Sansom was an England fixture at left-back from 1980-1988Credit: Getty More

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      Inside Nagelsmann’s brutal Bayern Munich sacking while he was on a skiing holiday as he emerges as Tottenham target

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      JULIAN NAGELSMANN has officially been sacked as Bayern Munich boss – and details behind his departure are beginning to emerge.Surprising reports last night indicated that the highly-rated German coach was on his way out, a move the club have confirmed this afternoon amid rich speculation over the motives.
      The German coach had been in charge of the club since July 2021Credit: Reuters
      Julian Nagelsmann arrived at the training ground to be sacked by club chiefs todayCredit: Reuters
      This is despite the fact that Bayern sit just a point off top spot in the Bundesliga and are into the Champions League quarter-finals where they will play Man City.
      But this was not enough to save the coach as he reached the end of his second season in charge.
      Sky Sports Germany have reported that club bosses have a number of reasons for pulling the trigger.
      They cite a lack of player development and “negative sporting development” as among the main reasons.
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      Bosses were also reportedly of the mind there was “too much theatre [and a] lack of results”, with some players even “complaining” about their manager.
      Ex-Bayern and Liverpool defender Markus Babbel told Blickch: “I know that Nagelsmann’s relationship with a BILD reporter was a huge topic in the dressing room. 
      “It didn’t go down well at all that he was with her. His girlfriend was therefore a big problem for Bayern.
      “There was a lack of trust because some players just weren’t able to communicate what they were thinking anymore.”
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      The Bayern hierarchy were believed to be taken by “surprise” at Nagelsmann, 35, going off on vacation to Austria during the international break while some of his players remained at the training ground.
      The German was on a skiing holiday in Austria when he was reportedly told about the decision to fire him.
      Former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel will replace him with Bayern also confirming that a deal was done.
      Tuchel, 49, has been out of a job since being given his marching orders by the new Chelsea owners last September.
      The shock managerial turnaround may have come as a surprise to Nagelsmann with Bayern able to regain control of the title race if they beat Dortmund on April 1 when club football returns.
      The Bavarian club also dispatched PSG in the last-16 and made an awkward assignment look largely straight-forward over two legs.
      Nagelsmann won 60 of his 84 games in charge of Bayern and secured the Bundesliga title last season along with two German Super Cups.
      His departure could potentially have a big knock-on effect for one Premier League club.
      The Telegraph report that Spurs are set to open talks with Nagelsmann after today’s decision.
      They claim the sacked Bayern manager has an “affinity” for Spurs and even used to own one of the club’s replica shirts.
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      Antonio Conte is believed to be at risk of the sack during this international break and thoughts have already turned to who could replace him.
      Nagelsmann was among the managers Spurs considered after they sacked Jose Mourinho two years ago.
      Ex-Dortmund manager Thomas Tuchel will be the next boss in the Allianz Arena hot seatCredit: AFP More

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      Wayne Rooney made massive gaffe when he rang Sir Alex Ferguson for the first time reveals pal

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      WAYNE ROONEY made a huge gaffe when he rang Sir Alex Ferguson for the first time – despite being warned!Ex-Manchester United sports therapist Rod Thornley revealed the then-teen sensation’s call ahead of his move from Everton in 2004.
      Wayne Rooney might have got it in the neck after his unfortunate first phone chat with legendary Man Utd boss Sir Alex FergusonCredit: Bradley Ormesher – The Times
      Rooney went on to become a Red Devils’ legend, winning the Champions League and five Prem titles as their 253-goal record scorer.
      But Thornley has now explained how the future England skipper briefly got on the wrong side of all-time great manager Fergie.
      He was with Rooney on Three Lions’ duty when the saga unfolded.
      Thornley told Fore Four 2: “He [Rooney] said to me ‘If I’m going to call your boss, what do I call him?’
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      “I went ‘what, do you mean Sir Alex? He’s my boss so I’d call him boss but you’d call him Sir Alex because you don’t really know him. Are you going to ring him? Are you coming to us?’
      “He said ‘well, what do you think? – I’m going to ring your boss’.
      “I said ‘right, well, just call him ‘Sir Alex’.
      ” And I’m buzzing now because my mate’s going to come and sign for us. I’m thinking ‘aww brilliant’. 
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      “So he gets his phone out there and then whilst he’s away with England…. ‘Alright, Alex, it’s Wayne’.”
      Thornley knew Fergie’s mood could become something like a dark knight if he wasn’t fully respected.
      He explained: “I know Sir Alex and he doesn’t like to be called Alex, he likes to be called ‘Sir Alex’.
      ” I’ve seen him many a time say to someone who’s gone ‘Alex, can you sign this for someone’ and he’d go ‘did I go to school with you? It’s Sir Alex to you’. 
      “That’s what he was like Sir Alex.”
      But of course not many players have made it up better to Fergie than Rooney.
      He spent 13 heady years at Old Trafford before returning to Everton in 2017.
      And he’s never recaptured the pomp of his peak United years – either on the pitch or in the dug-out.
      After a brief spell with DC United Rooney was Derby player-boss for two years.
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      And since returning to DC as manager in July 2022 he’s had a mixed time.
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      Everton could face POINTS DEDUCTION as Premier League charge strugglers over alleged financial fair play breach

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      EVERTON could face a huge points deduction after being charged with breaching Financial Fair Play rules.Prem chiefs have been scouring over the Merseysiders’ finances for the 2021/22 season – in which they brought a whopping 11 new faces to Goodison Park – for the last ten months.
      Everton are facing a points deduction due to an alleged breach of Financial Fair Play rulesCredit: REX
      The alleged violation of Profitability & Sustainability rules is said to have taken place during the 2021/22 seasonCredit: Getty
      The Merseysiders could potentially be slapped with a nine-point deductionCredit: PA
      And their books have prompted the Premier League to refer them to an independent commission for further analysis.
      Everton deny any wrongdoing.
      The Toffees have been charged with being in breach of Profitability & Sustainability rules – the same violation reigning English champions Manchester City are alleged to have committed.
      If found guilty, they could face a catastrophic points deduction.
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      A Premier League statement read: “In accordance with Premier League Rule W.82.1, the Premier League confirms that it has today referred an alleged breach of the League’s Profitability and Sustainability Rules by Everton Football Club to a Commission under Premier League Rule W.3.4.
      “The assessment period for which it is alleged that the Club is in breach is the period ending Season 2021/22.
      “Commissions are independent of the Premier League and member clubs.
      “The members of the Commission will be appointed by the independent Chair of the Premier League Judicial Panel, in accordance with Premier League Rules W.19, W.20 and W.26.
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      “The proceedings before the Commission will, in accordance with Premier League Rule W.82, be confidential and heard in private.
      “Under Premier League Rule W.82.2, the Commission’s final award will be published on the Premier League’s website. 
      “The League will be making no further comment until that time.”
      Prem strugglers Everton issued a statement in which they denied any wrongdoing.
      It read: “Everton Football Club is disappointed to hear of the Premier League’s decision to refer an allegation of a breach of Profit & Sustainability regulations to an independent commission for review.
      “The club strongly contests the allegation of non-compliance and together with its independent team of experts is entirely confident that it remains compliant with all financial rules and regulations.
      “Everton is prepared to robustly defend its position to the commission.
      “The Club has, over several years, provided information to the Premier League in an open and transparent manner and has consciously chosen to act with the utmost good faith at all times.
      “The club will not be making any further comment at this time.”
      In a statement last year, a club spokesperson said: “We have worked closely with the Premier League to make sure we are complaint.
      “We are comfortable that we have complied with the rules.
      “External auditors have told us what we can and cannot claim against the pandemic.
      “If clubs want to take legal action that’s their decision.”
      If Everton are found guilty of the FFP charge levelled at them, a potential punishment would be a points deduction – although it’s unclear whether they’d be hit with it now or next season.
      In November 2021, Derby County were deducted nine points for breaching the EFL’s Profitability and Sustainability rules over the £81m sale of Pride Park.
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      Everton currently sit in 15th place in the Premier League table – a mere two points above the relegation zone.
      Sean Dyche’s troops will be back in action a week on Monday, welcoming Champions League-chasing Tottenham to Goodison.
      Everton are precariously close to the relegation zoneCredit: REUTERS More

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      Diletta Leotta and Newcastle goalkeeper Loris Karius reveal she is pregnant in sweet Instagram post

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      NEWCASTLE goalkeeper Loris Karius and Diletta Leotta are expecting a child together.The couple confirmed that Italian TV presenter Diletta, 31, is pregnant in an adorable Instagram post.
      Loris Karius and Diletta Leotta announced they are expecting a baby togetherCredit: INSTAGRAM
      The couple hugged and kissed in an adorable Instagram videoCredit: INSTAGRAM
      Diletta is a TV presenter for DAZNCredit: Alamy
      Reports claim Karius and Diletta first got together last yearCredit: Instagram
      They announced “soon we’ll be three”.
      A video of them hugging and kissing read: “We need to tell you something… but did y’all know that yet?
      “We are bursting with joy! Us and my belly.
      “Soon we’ll be three!”
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      Diletta currently covers Serie A for DAZN, while Karius is on the books at Newcastle.
      The former Liverpool stopper has played once for the Magpies since joining the club in September.
      He stepped in for the Carabao Cup final defeat to Manchester United last month with Nick Pope suspended and Martin Dubravka cup-tied.
      Diletta jetted into the UK to watch Karius in action at Wembley.
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      Earlier on Friday Diletta, who has 8.6million followers on Instagram, sent fans wild with a stunning post.
      Diletta has 8.6million followers on InstagramCredit: Alamy
      She recently visited the Bernabeu, home of Real MadridCredit: Instagram @dilettaleotta
      Karius is currently under contract at NewcastleCredit: Getty More

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      Zinchenko screams out his car window after every Arsenal game and slams critics of club’s celebrations

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      OLEKSANDR ZINCHENKO has blasted critics of Arsenal celebrations after admitting he rolls down the window of his car after every game.Zinchenko joined the club in the summer from Manchester City and has been key in leading the Gunners on an unexpected title charge.
      Oleksandr Zinchenko has hit back at Arsenal’s criticsCredit: Alamy
      Zinchenko screams out his car window after every gameCredit: instagram: @v.lada_sefdan
      And the Ukrainian revealed he loves to soak in the fervour of the Gunners faithful after every game.
      Speaking to the Daily Mail, he said: “This is one of my favourite corners in London.
      “Every time I pass this pub – because it’s the way to my home – and every time there is a lot of Arsenal fans.
      “Every time I try to put my window down and scream because after (a game) I have incredible energy. And you just want to share these emotions with them.”
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      Arsenal have been slammed on a number of occasions this season for their overzealous celebrations.
      However, Zinchenko hit back at these claims, saying the emotion they feel is natural.
      He added: “We are not robots, we are human beings. We’re just doing our job and when this job is successful, why are we not allowed [to celebrate]? I don’t understand.
      “Of course we didn’t win the Premier League yet and there are still a lot of games to play.
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      “But every single game in the Premier League is so tough… that’s why we celebrate.”
      Zinchenko will next be in action for Arsenal on April 1 when they face Leeds.
      In the meantime, Zinchenko has reported for international duty with Ukraine.
      In his interview, the defender opened up the impact of Russia’s invasion of his nation.
      He said: “There is no one in Ukraine who didn’t lose something.
      “This war touched all of us and our mind completely changed since then.
      “Unfortunately, we already get used to it.
      “Still we don’t lose our hope that everything will be good in the near future.”
      He added: “I would like to say a massive thanks to our Ukrainian army for this opportunity.
      “That we can still play football, still play for Ukraine.
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      “To represent our country on this level, of course everyone understands the pressure… every single opportunity we have to play against someone, we play for our badge, our country.
      “We all understand the responsibility.” More

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      Ex-Man Utd star Juan Mata returning to Manchester for shock new role focused on his other passion

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      JUAN MATA is coming back to Manchester in the summer, but it’s not to rejoin Erik ten Hag’s revolution.According to the Manchester Evening News, ex-Manchester United star Mata returns to curate an art exhibition focusing on football.
      Juan Mata is coming back from Manchester shortly after leaving Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      Manchester United hero Juan Mata will curate an art exhibitionCredit: PA
      The Galatasaray ace left United in 2022 but will be attending this year’s Manchester International Festival.
      The playmaker is known for his artistry on the pitch as he won a raft of trophies with the Red Devils as well as Chelsea where he also conquered the 2012 Champions League.
      But now the former Spain international has turned his attention to actual art as he teams up with Hans Ulrich Obrist.
      Together they will produce new works inspired by the Trequartista, which is a legendary football position and style that is disappearing.
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      Mata said: “It is fantastic to be returning to Manchester, the city I called home for more than eight years, and to be part of Manchester International Festival for the first time.
      “I am thrilled to be co-curating ‘The Trequartista – Art and Football United’ with Hans Ulrich Obrist over the next two years, bringing together two of my passions: the worlds of football and art.”
      Mata joined the Premier League in 2011 when he signed for Chelsea from Valencia.
      The versatile forward amassed a total of 32 goals and 58 assists in 135 appearances with the Blues.
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      The 34-year-old also won the FA Cup and Europa League during his three-year stint at Stamford Bridge.
      Mata moved to United in 2014 and went on to register 51 goals and 47 assists in 285 appearances across all competitions.
      The Spaniard also won the FA Cup, EFL Cup and Europa League during his time at Old Trafford. More

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      ‘Gets in places where water can’t’ – Steve McClaren lookalike who went viral at World Cup spotted at England vs Italy

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      STEVE MCCLAREN’S viral lookalike was spotted at last night’s clash between Italy and England. The super fan likes to follow the Three Lions around whenever he can and gained popularity when he was spotted in the crowd during the World Cup.
      Steve McClaren’s double was in the crowd last night as Harry Kane made England historyCredit: Alamy
      His striking similarity to former England manager and current Manchester United coach McClaren helped him become an overnight celebrity among England fans.
      And one Twitter account picked him out in the away end in Naples last night as England bid to secure their first win it Italy since 1961.
      McClaren’s double could be seen with a wide smile as he watched the game with two mates.
      And fans online were delighted to see a man who they are now becoming very familiar with.
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      One said on Twitter: “Haha this guy pops up everywhere!!!”
      Another said: “What a legend. Club and country home and away, always with a smile. Love it”
      While another added: “Living the dream! Just cruises round the world watching football!”
      And another England fan said: “Gets in places where water can’t that man.”
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      McClaren’s lookalike was in the crowd for some England history as Harry Kane scored from the penalty spot.
      It was the 29-year-old’s 54th international goal which took him one clear of Wayne Rooney and made him England’s all-time record goalscorer.
      Declan Rice got the other goal to give England a 2-1 victory. More