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      Ex-Chelsea and England star Wayne Bridge shows off results of hair transplant after go-ahead from Loose Women star wife

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      WAYNE BRIDGE showed off the results of his hair transplant – after getting the green light from his Loose Women star wife.Bridge, 44, made his name and fortune after breaking through at Southampton to earn his transfer to Chelsea in 2003.Wayne Bridge has undergone a hair transplantCredit: CavendishThe former footballer got the work done at a top London clinicCredit: CavendishHe was given the green light from wife FrankieCredit: GettyAfter six years at Stamford Bridge, he joined Manchester City then finished his club career with Reading in 2014.He also racked up 36 senior England caps, including featuring at the 2002 World Cup.But since hanging up his boots a decade ago, the former left-back has noticed he has been thinning on top.And so he opted to get the treatment done to give himself a thicker mop – in turn giving himself a new boost of confidence. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLBridge is married to former Saturdays singer and Loose Women host Frankie Sandford and revealed she was on board with him getting the procedure done.The ex-footballer headed to a high-end Harley Street clinic – DHI Global – to get the work done.It involved removing 4,085 hair follicles individually and then replanting them in the balder areas with a special pen – without the need to shave the whole head. Bridge said: “I had the hair transplant because I wanted to boost my confidence.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I have been suffering from hair loss since my mid-30s and I just felt it would give me a bit of a boost to get it sorted. So many men are getting help with their hair and it is really no big deal. “I told Frankie what I was doing and she was really supportive. Frankie Bridge shows ‘what’s in my bag’ including Christmas snack she eats for breakfast & item she had to stop husband Wayne stealing”She said, ‘Go for it,’ and supports anything that makes me feel better about myself.”Bridge added: “I used to like wearing my hair long but my thinning hair became more noticeable when I grew it. I thought of just shaving it all off but a better solution was a hair transplant.”You hear about women having procedures to improve their appearance all the time and it is great that it is no big deal for men now, too. “It is great that we can all be open about it and hopefully we will inspire more men to seek help. The boost in confidence can be really good for your mental health.”The 4 stages of the hair growth cycleHair experts at Philip Kingsley shared the four stages of the hair growtn cycle are: Anagen, Catagen, Telogen and ExogenAnagen Phase: Also known as the ‘Growth Phase’ or ‘Active Phase’, is when the cells in the root of your hair are most rapidly dividing so more new hair is formed.During the Anagen Phase, hair grows around half an inch a month [about six inches a year], and faster in the summer than in winter.This phase of the hair growth cycle lasts an average of three to five years. Catagen Phase: Following the Anagen Phase, your hair cycle enters a short transitional phase known as the Catagen Phase, which signals the end of active hair growth and cuts individual hairs off from the blood supply and from the cells that produce new hair. Approximately three percent of all hairs are in this stage at any time and it lasts for around 10 days. Telogen Phase: The third stage of your natural hair growth cycle is the Telogen Phase, a resting period when strands remain in their follicles but are not actively growing. An estimate of 10-15 percent of your hairs are in the Telogen Phase at any given moment.The Telogen Phase lasts around three months or 100 days.Exogen Phase: The final stage of the Hair Growth Cycle, when individual hair strands are released from their follicles and fall out. Now the whole process begins again. Bridge revealed he was inspired to get the treatment after a celebrity friend recommended the London specialists, whose treatments start from £3,000 and where cricketer Phil Tufnell went for his new look.He explained: “I bumped into him at a wedding and his hair looked great. “He explained that he had gone to DHI because the treatment is so discreet and no one knows you have had it done until all the hair has grown back.”I wanted the very best treatment in the world with the shortest downtime and that was always going to be DHI.HAIR WE GO”You read about patients going abroad for hair transplants but that was never going to be an option for me.”The best clinics in the world are here and it is reassuring to know that the team is next to Harley Street for the aftercare. Who wants to jump on a flight to check on their hair if something goes wrong?”What I particularly like about this treatment is that you don’t have to have your entire head shaved. “They literally pick the donor hairs out and then implant them directly where you have the bald spots with very little fuss. “There is very little disturbance to the scalp and the final results are completely natural.”It means the downtime after the operation is minimal and I can quickly get back to doing what I love, which is staying fit and enjoying time with my family.”Bridge tied the knot with glamorous Frankie in July 2014 – nine months after their son Parker was born. Their second son Carter arrived in August 2015.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe ex-footballer appeared in the 2016 series of I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here and then won the debut season of SAS: Who Dares Wins after trekking a glacier in Chile.He is also a keen poker player and admitted his style can be “kamikaze” when he appears in tournaments. The procedure involved extracting and replanting more than 4,000 hair folliclesCredit: CavendishBridge was raving about the work done to boost his confidenceCredit: CavendishBridge showed off his new look after undergoing the procedureCredit: CavendishHe got engaged to Frankie in 2013 then tied the knot the following yearCredit: MegaThe couple have two children togetherCredit: GettyBridge joined Chelsea in 2003Credit: GettyHe earned 36 caps for EnglandCredit: Getty More

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      Ex-Chelsea star Alvaro Morata forced to move house just days after moving in after town’s Mayor leaked new home

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      ALVARO MORATA has said he had to make an instant house move – after his new town’s mayor revealed where the striker lives.Spain captain Morata, 31, joined AC Milan in July after leaving Atletico Madrid.Alvaro Morata made an instant house move after his new town’s mayor revealed where he livesMorata made the reveal onlineThe ex-Chelsea striker moved into a luxury home in Corbetta, a town of 18,000 people west of Milan.But the former £60million Chelsea record buy felt his family’s security was endangered after Corbetta’s mayor Marco Ballarini posted news of their arrival on social media.The report swiftly went viral among townsfolk, prompting the Moratas to move out.Euro 2024 winner Morata fumed on Instagram: “Dear Mr Mayor, thanks for violating my privacy. Thankfully I don’t have anything of value.READ MORE IN football”The only treasures I have are my children, whose security has been jeopardised by you.”I thought that the town of Corbetta could afford me a certain amount of privacy.”Instead I find myself having to move house straight away, thanks to your inabilities to use social media and to safeguard your citizens.”Mayor Ballarini had previously proudly written: “Alvaro Morata is a Corbetta citizen. Here We Go!Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”The Spanish striker, newly signed by Milan, is finalising the paperwork for the move to his marvellous new home in our town.”I am a huge Inter Milan fan, but it is with pleasure that I offer Alvaro Morata a welcome to our big family in Corbetta.”Morata scored 24 goals in 72 Chelsea appearances following his 2017 arrival from Juventus.However, he spent just 18 months at Stamford Bridge before returning home to join Atletico.Premier League’s Biggest Spenders: Top 10 Seasons More

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      Next Man Utd manager: Five favourites to replace Erik ten Hag including Gareth Southgate and Old Trafford legend

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      JUST nine games since being handed an improved contract, Erik ten Hag is back under immense pressure.The boss was on the brink of the sack for much of last season after the club crashed out the Champions League in the group stages and finished in their lowest ever Premier League position of eighth.Pressure is mounting on Erik ten HagCredit: GettyGareth Southate is one of the favourites to take overCredit: AlamyRuud van Nistelrooy could get a chance to prove himself on an interim basisCredit: GettyBut the Dutchman saved his job by winning the FA Cup and was then given the vote of confidence by Sir Jim Ratcllife despite initial talks with other managers.Yet Man Utd’s disastrous start to the season has led to calls for Ten Hag to be axed. A woeful display in the 3-0 defeat to Tottenham means he reportedly has clashes with Porto and Aston Villa to save his job. Should the Red Devils lose both, the club could then be on the lookout for their sixth permanent boss since the departure of Sir Alex Ferguson.READ MOE IN FOOTBALL SunSport take a look at the bookies’ five favourites to replace Ten Hag.Gareth SouthgateSouthgate has been heavily linked with the United job in the past and is currently unemployed after resigning as England boss after Euro 2024 heartbreak.United sporting director Dan Ashworth used to work at the FA and was given the job of creating an “England DNA” across the senior and youth sides in 2012.A year later, he was part of the group that appointed Southgate as Under-21s boss and then gave him a promotion to Three Lions gaffer in 2016.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSSouthgate has experience of working with United stars like Harry Maguire, Kobbie Mainoo, Mason Mount and Marcus Rashford.And he would make the Red Devils far more defensively solid, with them currently way too easy to carve open.Odds: 5/2’He’s done!’ | How woeful tactics & Dalot shocker saw Spurs smash Man Utd to spell end for Ten HagRuud van NistelrooyThe former Man Utd striker was appointed Ten Hag’s assistant in the summer but has so far seemingly been unable to install his ideas on the squad.Van Nistelrooy is an experienced coach, having worked with the Dutch national team and PSV youth sides.He managed the PSV senior side during the 2022/23 season and led them to domestic cup glory and a second place finish.However, he surprisingly quit the club over a lack of support.Van Nistelrooy could have a chance to stake his claim as United boss should he land the role on an interim basis if Ten Hag is axed.Odds: 2/1Thomas TuchelTuchel is a world-class manager and boasts an impressive CV.He has Premier League experience with Chelsea, winning the Champions League with them in 2021, and he has won the title at PSG and Bayern Munich.Tuchel landed his last two jobs mid-season and quickly established a tactical identity before leading them to a trophy later that season.Man Utd had face-to-face talks with the German over the summer and he appeared to be their number one target.But Tuchel turned down the job as he wanted time away from management.With him now feeling refreshed, Ratcliffe could try to pick up talks from where they left of.Odds: 6/1Thomas Tuchel held talks with Man Utd in the summerCredit: GettyGraham PotterPotter has been out of work since his sacking by Chelsea in April 2023 and he has declined offers to return to the dugout.He has been biding his time, with some believing he is holding out for the Man Utd or England job.Potter struggled to cope with Chelsea’s bloated squad and was sacked after just seven months in charge.But it was his stunning work at Brighton that got him recognition, developing the sort of clear style of play that Ten Hag has been unable to implement in his three years at Old Trafford.Potter built Brighton’s identity with chief Ashworth and the pair could be keen on reuniting.Asked about a return to football on Sky Sports on Monday, he revealed: “I have had lots of conversations with lots of people and I think out of respect to those people it’s best those are kept private.”Odds: 14/1Graham Potter has been out of work for nearly two yearsCredit: GettyKieran McKenna Just seven years ago, McKenna was guiding United’s Under-18s to Premier League glory and here he is linked with the first-team job.After his success with the kids, he was promoted to senior coach and the Northern Irishman formed part of the setup under Jose Mourinho, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Ralf Rangnick.He left when Ten Hag came in and in the mean time has transformed Ipswich, taking them from League One to the Premier League with a bold attacking style of play.His rise up the coaching ranks has been phenomenal and a return to Old Trafford could complete his remarkable journey. READ MORE SUN STORIESMcKenna signed a four-year deal at Ipswich in the summer and he would not be blamed for wanting to stay loyal and focus on keeping the Tractor Boys in the Prem.Odds: 14/1Kieran McKenna has led Ipswich to back-to-back promotionsCredit: Rex More

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      Peter Schmeichel reveals hotel corridor fight with Roy Keane and moment Man Utd legend was busted by journalist

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Peter Schmeichel has recalled a bust-up he once had with former team-mate Roy Keane.Schmeichel joined the Red Devils from Danish side Brondby in 1991 and quickly established himself as one of the most important players in Sir Alex Ferguson’s squad.Peter Schmeichel has recalled his bust-up with Roy KeaneCredit: Stick to FootballThe two United stars clashed at a hotel in SingaporeCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdThe goalkeeper went on to make 388 appearances during his eight-year spell at Old Trafford and won 11 major trophies.But things were not always perfect behind the scenes.Schmeichel once came to blows with fellow United icon Keane while on a trip to Singapore.Discussing the clash on the Stick to Football podcast by Sky Bet, Gary Neville said: “You ended up wrestling on the floor in a hotel corridor in Singapore with each other.Read More on Man Utd”It was two o’clock in the morning, it was late at night and you two ended up in the corridor with each other, basically brawling.”Schmeichel went on to explain: “You can take any footballer who has been in situations like that, and I don’t see that as important.”It irritates me that things like that are brought up sometimes because it’s so irrelevant. It goes back to the same thing.”We were those kinds of people back then and would do anything to win. It kept you in a certain mentality.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”Then you start playing and you become like that. There’s no way I can be like this now, it’s too much energy.”The former goalkeeper then added: “We were in Tokyo the next day and I had to do a press conference, and it was funny. I had a little scar, and the media asked where I got that from. Roy [Keane] hurt me.Sir Alex Ferguson picked on me after a Man Utd game but nearly sacked me for my reaction “They thought I was taking the p***, but it was just funny that we had to do that the next day.”Schmeichel left Man Utd on a high after winning the treble at the end of the 1998-99 campaign.He went on to play for Sporting Lisbon, Aston Villa and Manchester City. More

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      Premier League fans vote for major rule changes they would make including VAR scrapped and offsides gone

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      FOOTBALL fans revealed what they would change about the beautiful game – including bigger goals, an all-star match and fans live voting for substitutions. And scrapping VAR was not the No1 priority – with better scheduling and travel support for away games among the top picks. Football fans had their say on the changes they want to seeCredit: GettyPlenty of supporters want to see the back of VARCredit: PAA poll of 2,000 adults who attend football matches found 54 per cent think their away-day experience could be improved as fans bemoan inconvenient kick-off times and not being able to drink at their seats.One in four fans felt that better scheduling of away games should become a key focus for rulemakers. Two-thirds (67 per cent) reported increasingly feeling like an ‘afterthought’ from football’s authorities, with trouble tracking down tickets also among the reasons even the most loyal football fans miss out on attending games.But the most in-demand change was to introduce a salary cap for all teams. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe research was commissioned by UK shot brand, Fireball, which whisked away four Salford City fans with a thrilling helicopter ride to and from their team’s recent match against Newport County.Ex-England star and club co-owner Paul Scholes also surprised the supporters as they headed off on the 400-mile round trip to South Wales.He said: “We wanted to show fans that we massively value their support both home and away, and want to make the game day experience as fun and exhilarating for them as possible.“We’re already known for offering subsidised away travel, something which this research shows football fans clearly care about.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAccess to safe standing within football grounds emerged as one of the top three changes that fans want.Meanwhile, 19 per cent think managers should be able to challenge refereeing decisions.Eight bizarre football rules you may not knowAnd more than a tenth (12 per cent) would be happy to see an ‘All-Star’ game, made of two sides featuring the league’s best players.Among the more bizarre responses to what changes fans would like to see in the game were adding half-time musical performances (ten per cent) and half-time cheerleader displays as standard (13 per cent).There were even suggestions of live tweets and memes displayed around the pitch and binning offside altogether as well as fancy dress-themed matches and even the chance for regular punters to take to the field.The typical respondent who took part in the study by OnePoll.com stated they watch as many as 11 games live each year, with 70 per cent believing it is important for football rules to adapt and evolve in line with modern technology and play styles.Top 20 changes football fans wantIntroduce a salary cap for all teamsGreater travel support from clubs in getting to away gamesBring back/increase the number of safe standing terraces in stadiumsBetter scheduling of away gamesBanning VARAllow managers to challenge refereeing decisionsBan foreign ownership of clubsLetting fans drink alcohol at their seats in stadiumHalf-time cheerleader showsCreate an All-Star game with the league’s best playersDigital billboards showing funny football memes and live tweets mid-gameGetting rid of offsides so there are more goalsThe chance for regular people in the crowd to get brought onto the pitchSuperbowl-style half-time musical performancesPost-match fireworksLetting fans decide substitutions by live-votingIntroduce pre-game penalty shootouts to break potential tiesIncrease goal sizes to encourage more goalsIntroduce multi-ball for the last ten minutes of the gameFancy-dress themed matchesLorenzo Farronato, spokesperson for Fireball Whisky, said: “Our research has shown that the match-going experience isn’t always a party, especially for away games that often involve long journeys, late nights and high costs.“We think game day – as well as all other experiences shared amongst friends – should be fun and that fans should always come first.READ MORE SUN STORIES“Football is a dynamic and evolving sport, and fans are always seeking ways to make the game even more exciting.“We brought the heat to midweek for Salford fans, we’ll continue to infuse more fun and mischief into the moments they share with us.”Drinking in view of the pitch was another top priority for manyCredit: FireballPaul Scholes surprised four Salford City fans with a helicopter ride to and from NewportCredit: FireballCheerleaders were key for some supportersCredit: AFP – GettyFancy dress even made it into the top 20Credit: PA More

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      Micah Richards calls out winner of Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson after training session with Kate Abdo’s husband Malik Scott

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      MICAH RICHARDS wants to fight the winner between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson after training with Kate Abdo’s husband. The former Manchester City defender was taken on the boxing pads by coach and ex-fighter Malik Scott, who married presenter Abdo in September. Micah Richards wants to fight the winner between Jake Paul and Mike TysonCredit: CBS SportsMalik Scott training Richards on the padsRichards showed off his boxing skillsKate Abdo is now married to boxing coach ScottCredit: Instagram / katescottRichards fires off combinations to the surprise of his CBS panel including Jamie Carragher and Thierry Henry. Host Abdo asks: “Very nice. Misfits Boxing? Celebrity fight, will that be calling for you? “Have we got any beef with anyone we can settle? Let’s make some money.”Richards, 36, replied: “Jake Paul’s fighting Mike Tyson, isn’t he? So, I’m next. Iron Mike Jr is what they’re calling me.”READ MORE IN footballBut Arsenal legend Henry warned: “Be careful what you wish for.”YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul, 27, faces heavyweight boxing icon Tyson, 58, on November 15 in a controversial clash. Tyson has not fought professionally since 2005 and was forced out of the original July 20 fight after suffering an ulcer flare up in his stomach. But he has been deemed medically fit to resume training and will undergo additional brain and heart exams ahead of the fight. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSPaul, who is 10-1 as a boxer, spoke out amid criticism of the bout, which will be Netflix’s first live boxing event. He told the Daily Mail: “I would say say it to Mike Tyson’s face and see what happens.Mike Tyson sends chilling warning that Jake Paul ‘has to go’ as he claims ‘I started his career, now I’ll finish him’ “Mike does what Mike wants to do, and he’s the one that you know wanted to make this a pro fight. “He’s still wanting to do it, and he believes he can beat my ass truly behind the scenes. “To him, age is just a number, and he does look athletic, he does look strong, and he does look good on the mitts so we’ll see how it translates to the ring.”Mike Tyson faces Jake Paul on November 15Credit: Getty More

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      Former Newcastle boss Alan Pardew reveals why he axed Hatem Ben Arfa despite him being an ‘unbelievable talent’

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      FORMER Newcastle manager Alan Pardew has revealed why he axed cult hero Hatem Ben Arfa from the first team.Ben Arfa joined the Magpies in a permanent transfer from Marseille in 2011 and quickly became a fan favourite.Alan Pardew has revealed why Hatem Ben Arfa left NewcastleCredit: PA:Empics SportBen Arfa left the Magpies in January 2015Credit: Action Images – ReutersHe showed flashes of brilliance throughout his stay at St. James’ Park but struggled with consistency, largely due to a series of injury problems.The attacking midfielder eventually joined Hull City on a short-term loan before being released by Newcastle in January 2015.Ex-manager Pardew has now revealed why Ben Arfa didn’t always play despite being such a “talent”.Speaking on talkSPORT, the 63-year-old said: “Unfortunately for Hatem – who was an unbelievable talent and if you asked which player you’d want to give the ball to to beat two defenders of the players I’ve had in the past it would be him – but I did not play him all the time.Read More in Football”He antagonised staff and players. He had this way of upsetting the camp. His defensive work was zero. But he was a tremendous talent on the ball.”After leaving Newcastle, Ben Arfa joined French side Nice in a free transfer and was able to reignite his career.He scored 18 goals and provided seven assists in his first full season at the club.His impressive form saw him earn a move to Paris Saint-Germain.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe midfielder has since played for Rennes, Real Valladolid, Bordeaux and Lille.However, Ben Arfa has been without a club for the last two years.He left Lille on a sour note back in 2022 after falling out with several team-mates and then-manager Jocelyn Gourvennec.SunSport has contacted Ben Arfa for comment.Where are they now: The unusual careers of former footballers More

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      Bukayo Saka left looking ‘so helpless’ in bizarre moment Conor McGregor tries UFC moves on Arsenal star

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      CONOR McGREGOR had Bukayo Saka left looking “so helpless” after trying some of his famous UFC moves on the Arsenal star. The Irishman was a special guest at the Emirates as the Gunners beat PSG 2-0 thanks to goals from Saka and Kai Havertz. Conor McGregor tries his UFC moves on Bukayo SakaDeclan Rice and Saka pose with McGregorCredit: @thenotoriousmmaMcGregor poses on the Emirates pitchCredit: @thenotoriousmmaHe was the star of the show in North LondonCredit: @thenotoriousmmaMcGregor poses with the Arsenal VIP boxCredit: @thenotoriousmmaDespite the scoreline, McGregor was the real star of the show as footage emerged of him on the pitch with the likes of Declan Rice. But he hilariously gave Saka a quick MMA masterclass and began kicking and grappling the England international. Saka, not really knowing what to do, had fans feeling sorry for him. One said: “Saka looked so helpless.”READ MORE IN football Another added: “He literally tried to knee stomp the best player at Arsenal. Saka must have been so worried for his career.”One joked: “Dude’s like get off of me HAHAHAHA.”Another said: “When he went to grab Saka, I honestly thought he was going to take him down.”Manchester United fan McGregor posted behind-the-scenes snaps of his trip to North London. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe enjoyed a kickabout on the pitch and posed for photos with Rice and Saka while showing off his view from the VIP box. McGregor, 36, has not fought since 2021 when he broke his leg in the cage.And he suffered further setback when his June 29 comeback bout against Michael Chandler, 38, was cancelled amid a toe injury. McGregor now hopes to return to the octagon by next year. Conor McGregor names his top five MMA fighters of all time including WWE legend and actor nicknamed ‘The Handsome One’ More