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    World Cup winner and Lionel Messi enforcer Rodrigo de Paul’s ex-Wag moves on with female footballer-turned-rapper

    WORLD CUP winner Rodrigo de Paul’s Wag has left him … for a female footballer-turned-rapper.Atletico Madrid star De Paul, 30, helped Argentina beat France to lift the 2022 World Cup.Rodrigo De Paul’s relationship with Tini Stoessel ended in August 2023Credit: AFPShe has since appeared to move on from the midfielderShe is now reportedly dating Young MikoCredit: GettyShe is a rapper with seven million followers on social mediaCredit: GettyThe midfielder was at the time in a relationship with Argentine singer Tini after splitting with longtime partner Camila Homs.However, Tini, a huge star in Spain and Latin America, and De Paul went their separate ways two summers ago.The 27-year-old pop star has since been romantically linked with rapper Young Miko.The Puerto Rican, also 27, played for her country’s Under-20 women’s team before switching careers to music.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLA former right-back or defensive midfielder, her full name is Victoria Ramirez de Arellano Cardona.The one-time tattoo artist came out as gay a number of years ago.Now a multiple award-winning singer, she has worked with top Latin American music stars including J Balvin and Bad Bunny.Tini, born Martina Stoessel in Buenos Aires, posted pictures on social media of herself with Miko.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSEven though the rapper’s face was not visible, fans quickly recognised her from her distinctive tattoos.And footage surfaced earlier this week of the couple together in a bar.Watch Argentina star Rodrigo De Paul SLAP Lionel Messi in face in training and ask ‘are you stupid?’De Paul currently plays for Atletico MadridCredit: ReutersTini Stoessel has insisted she is ‘happier than ever’Credit: AFPRecently quizzed about her personal life, Tini said she was in a new relationship – insisting: “I’m happier now than ever.”Tini has over 21 million followers on Instagram, while Miko herself boasts seven million fans on the site.De Paul played for Racing Club, Valencia and Udinese before joining Atletico in 2021.Capped 75 times, he has helped Argentina win the Copa America twice as well as the World Cup.During his time in the national team he has often been referred to as Lionel Messi’s enforcer and bodyguard.He has two children from his 12-year relationship with Argentine model Homs.He won the World Cup with Argentina in 2022Credit: Getty More

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    Glam boxing ring girl Sydney Thomas risks wardrobe malfunction as she attends glitzy ball hosted by rapper Nelly

    SYDNEY THOMAS risked a wardrobe malfunction during an appearance at a glitzy ball.The ring girl rose to fame after going viral on social media during Jake Paul’s victory over boxing legend Mike Tyson.Sydney Thomas risked a wardrobe malfunction at a glitzy ballCredit: InstagramShe was invited to Nelly’s Black and White BallCredit: GettyShe stunned in a revealing black dressCredit: GettyShe rose to fame as a ring girlSydney, 21, stunned at the party as she wore a beautiful black dress after being invited by rapper Nelly.She posted a picture of her bold outfit on Instagram and revealed how close she was to having a wardrobe malfunction.The low-cut nature of the garment proved potentially troublesome as she risked spilling out of it.She paired the dress with pearl bracelets and matching earrings.READ MORE ON SPORTThe ring girl also shared other insights from her night which included a photo-shoot with her friends in a picture booth.A video also showed her getting interviewed by the media at the event.The Black and White ball that Sydney attended has previously hosted some big names.Celebrity attendees include the likes of former boxer Evander Holyfield, singer Janet Jackson and Garfield: The Movie star Nick Cannon.Most read in BoxingShe made her spectacular return to the ring last week as she was on ring girl duty during the bantamweight contest between Antonio Vargas and Winston Guerrero.Fans were overjoyed with Sydney’s return to the ring as they reacted on social media.Stunning Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson ring girls oil up as they share behind-the-scenes video of Netflix fight Sydney also shared a fun photo booth snap with some friendsCredit: instagramShe has racked up over 800k followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram/iamsydneythomasFans claim she stole the show at Jake Paul’s fight against Mike TysonCredit: INSTAGRAMShe was last on ring girl duty for Antonio Vargas’ win over Winston GuerreroOne posted: “People will watch for you now. I hope you’re pricing that into your fee.”A second wrote: “It’s crazy more people are gonna tune in for a ring girl than the fights.”Meanwhile, Sydney caused many of her new admirers to celebrate earlier this month.This was down to her breaking up with her boyfriend shortly before becoming famous.She also declared “I’m legal” on her 21st birthday in November.She also stunned during an appearance at the NFL fixture between Denver Broncos and the Las Vegas Raiders at the Allegiant Stadium.She has also worked as a modelCredit: Instagram/iamsydneythomas More

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    Former Premier League star begins new career as rapper with debut album set to be released

    A FORMER Premier League star is set to release his debut album while competing in Serie A.The striker currently plays for Fiorentina but has found the way to share his time between the football pitch and the music stage.Fiorentina star Moise Kean is releasing his debut rap album ‘Chosen’Credit: Instagram @moise_keanKean used to play in the Premier League with EvertonCredit: GettyKean has been enjoying an impressive season with FiorentinaCredit: RexThat’s none other than Moise Kean, who made a name for himself during stints with Juventus, Everton and Paris Saint-Germain before linking up with the Viola.According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Kean, 24, will launch his debut album “Chosen” on December 16.The Italy international’s album comprises of a total of 11 rap tracks.The centre-forward has had a long passion for music and never hid it during his football career.Read More on FootballBack in 2019, the Italian appeared in a video by Turin rapper Boro Boro. And last year, Kean’s first single “Outfit” dropped and was seen performing with rap group 19F.The forward joins a group of footballers that have tried their luck in music.Fulham’s Alex Iwobi, Inter Milan’s Stefan de Vrij and Aston Villa’s Amadou Onana have all released songs.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBut Kean is one of few footballers to have managed to release an album.AC Milan star Rafael Leao also belongs in that small list as he dropped “Beginning” in 2021.Gutted Everton fan spent ‘all his savings’ travelling 10,000 miles for Merseyside derby before Storm Darragh KO’d matchIn fact, Kean recently revealed that he and Leao are working on an album together.The striker spent four years at Everton, three of which were out on loan, and only managed four goals and two assists in 39 appearances before his departure in 2023 for Juventus.Kean has rediscovered his goalscoring prowess in Italy as he’s stood out this season with Fiorentina by registering a total of 13 goals and one assist in 17 appearances.Who are these famous footballers? More

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    Fans convinced Eminem ended Abu Dhabi F1 show with gesture to Cristiano Ronaldo

    F1 fans are convinced Eminem gave a non-verbal shoutout to Cristiano Ronaldo before the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The rap superstar put personal tragedy aside to perform at the pre-race concert at Etihad Park on Saturday.Eminem closed out his gig at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix show in styleCredit: INSTAGRAM@VISITABUDHABIHe ended the show by shouting “Abu Dhabi” before spinning in a circle and jumping in the airCredit: INSTAGRAM@VISITABUDHABISome viewers of the gig are convinced the rapper was doing his impression of Cristiano Ronaldo’s siu celebrationCredit: GETTYJust days after the death of his mother, Debbie Nelson, the American performed in front of a crowd of 40,000 spectators.Eminem – real name Marshall Mathers – belted out several of his hits to the adoring crowd.And he signed off his show by shouting “Abu Dhabi” as he spun in a circle and jumped in the air.And watchers of the show are convinced the 52-year-old was doing his best impression of Ronaldo’s famous “siu” celebration.READ MORE ON RONALDOOne wrote on Instagram: “Eminem knows who is the GOAT.”Another said: “How amazing man CR7 all over the world.”And another said: “Funniest siuuu I have ever seen.”One remarked: “GOAT recognises GOAT.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnother chimed in: “End of debate.”Several Eminem, however, were quick to point out the supposed “siu” has been a staple of the closing moments of rapper’s shows for several years.Former Premier League star Van der Vaart reveals why he never saw ex-team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo naked One said: “As a Ronaldo fan, Eminem has been doing this for so long. This ain’t siuu.”Another said: “This wasn’t the siu, let’s be honest here.”And another said: “Eminem has been doing this in performances for a long time before Cristiano started doing it…. history lessons for y’all kids.”One remarked: “Ronaldo fans always make anything Eminem always does that on his tour.”Another chimed in: “Eminem has been doing this since 2010, Cristiano’s first siu was in 2013.” More

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    Fans convinced romantic Enzo Fernandez dedicated Chelsea goal to ‘new rapper girlfriend’ by referencing her song

    CHELSEA star Enzo Fernandez extended his impressive goalscoring form against Aston Villa.Fernandez, 23, helped the Blues beat Villa 3-0 on Sunday at Stamford Bridge as he netted the second goal.Chelsea star Enzo Fernandez has created a new celebrationCredit: GettyFans claim Chelsea star Fernandez is dedicating his goals to new love interest Nicki NicoleCredit: GettyThe midfielder has now scored or assisted in four consecutive matches for the West Londoners across all competitions.The Argentina international also appears to have adopted a new signature celebration he debuted during the 2-1 win at Leicester two weeks ago.Fernandez has been striking a phonecall pose, which some fans believe has a special meaning.According to The Mail, supporters claim the ex-Benfica star is dedicating his goals to a new love interest.Read More on ChelseaAnd that is Argentinean rapper Nicki Nicole, who released a popular song last year called Llamame (Call Me).Neither Nicole nor Fernandez have commented or confirmed the reports linking them together.According to La Nacion, however, the pair are believed to have met at the end of October at Buenos Aires nightclub Moby Dick.They were filmed talking in the nightclub on TikTok, but after the video went viral the singer shared a comment stating she had attended the party with “the person [she is] currently dating”.Most read in FootballFernandez separated from childhood sweetheart Valentina Cervantes, with whom he shares two children, Olivia and Benjamin, at the end of October.Reports suggest the Chelsea star and Nicole linked up after he broke up with Cervantes.Premier League’s Biggest Spenders: Top 10 SeasonsThe 24-year-old artist has a staggering 22.6million followers on Instagram and is thought to have previously dated Formula One prospect Franco Colapinto.Fernandez will have to put his phone away and concentrate on football this week, with the thrid-placed Blues facing away trips to Southampton and Spurs.Nicole released a popular song last year called Llamame (Call Me)Credit: INSTAGRAMRising Williams star Franco Colapinto is said to have dated NicoleCredit: RexNeither Nicole nor Fernandez have commented or confirmed the reports linking them togetherCredit: INSTAGRAMNicole has a staggering 22.6million followers on InstagramCredit: INSTAGRAMNicole is thought to have previously dated Formula One prospect Franco ColapintoCredit: INSTAGRAMNicole and Fernandez are thought to have met in a Buenos Aires clubCredit: INSTAGRAM More

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    Forgotten former Newcastle star who swapped national teams now a RAPPER after leaving Saudi minnows

    A FORMER Premier League star-turned-rapper has switched hitting crossbars to spitting bars.The 35-year-old has gone from being released by Saudi Arabian minnows Al-Orobah to releasing his fourth single earlier this year.Vurnon Anita played 155 times for NewcastleCredit: PA:Empics SportThe midfielder now balances football with rappingCredit: Dreams Never End Records
    Vurnon Anita is best known for the five years he spent at Newcastle.But he is now going down a different path under the pseudonym JR.He has gone from getting on the ball in midfield to picking up the microphone, having launched a career as a rapper.Anita’s biggest hit “On Top” has amassed 600,000 listens on Spotify and he averages 3,000 plays per month.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAs a player, he featured 155 times for Newcastle and won the Championship title with the Toon in 2017.The Ajax academy graduate also had a brief loan spell at Leeds the season after.Since leaving England, he has played for Bulgarian side CSKA Sofia, Willem and RKC Waalwijk in Holland and Al-Orobah in Saudi Arabia.He is currently without a club but is keeping busy in the music studio.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnita was capped three times by Holland and was included in their provisional squad for the 2010 World Cup.But he has since changed his allegiance represent Curacao.Where are they now: The unusual careers of former footballersThe country is a Caribbean island just 37 miles away from Venezuela that classes itself “within the Kingdom of the Netherlands”.Their national team, ranked 90th in the world, are managed by ex-Sunderland boss Dick Advocaat.Former Aston Villa star Leandro Bacuna and ex-Southampton defender Cuco Martina are their top two-capped players.Anita is not the only footballer with Dutch descent to try their hand at rapping.Memphis Depay, Ryan Babel and Royston Drenthe all had spells in the Prem and in the charts. Who are these famous footballers? More

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    Drake curse hits again as rapper loses huge £280,000 bet on Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson

    DRAKE saw his heavy losing streak continue after another failed bet before the blockbuster fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul.The popular rapper lost a staggering $355,000 (£281,440) after betting on Tyson, 58, against his much younger opponent Paul, 27 on Friday.Drake’s curse grew bigger as he lost another massive betCredit: GettyDrake bet $355,000 (£281,440) on Mike Tyson to beat Jake PaulCredit: ReutersHowever, the YouTuber defeated the legendary heavyweight via unanimous decision in a controversial fight that left many fans disappointed at the AT&T Stadium in Texas.Drake posted his bet online with the odds on Iron Mike being at 2.85, meaning he could have won a whopping $1,011,750 (£802,116).This poses as yet another massive loss for the Canadian singer and songwriter.The 38-year-old previously put down $1million (£790,000) for Argentina to beat France within 90 minutes at the 2022 World Cup final.Read More on BoxingHowever, Lionel Messi and co let Drake down as they couldn’t get the job done across both halves and instead won 4-2 on penalties.This is also the second time the artist gets it wrong with Paul as he placed $1.2m (£950,000) on the Problem Child to defeat Tommy Fury, who became the first person to beat the American last year.Earlier this year, Drake placed $565,000 (£448,000) backing Tyson Fury to overcome Oleksandr Usyk, who ultimately ended the Gypsy King’s legendary undefeated streak.To be fair, though, the singer did get major bets right in the past, such as back when he won $425,000 (£336,780) thanks to Alex Poatan beating UFC rival Jamahal Hill in April.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSDrake wasn’t the only celebrity left red-faced after the fight as UFC legend Conor McGregor also saw a $1m double bet go down the drain.The highly-anticipated bout, though, left others disappointed as well due to several issues.Jake Paul beats Mike Tyson in unanimous decision as crowd boo fightThe fight was shown live on Netflix but the streaming platform crashed multiple times before, during and after the undercard as well as the main event.And thousands of fans in attendance walked out of the Dallas Cowboys’ famous ground without knowing who won. More

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    Coleen Rooney ‘BANNED Wayne’ from going on wild $150,000 night out with disgraced Diddy as clip resurfaces

    THIS is the bizarre moment ex-Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney puts down a $150,000 bid to buy a wild night out with Diddy.After winning the charity auction Rooney’s girlfriend at the time and future wife Coleen banned the footballer from ever heading to New York for the party trip, according to Diddy.The England ace, sitting beside Ashley and Cheryl Cole, paid $150,000 for a Diddy partyCredit: ITVDiddy promised to turn Rooney into a ‘changed man’ following the ‘non-stop’ partyingCredit: ITVRooney’s future wife Coleen was left looking unimpressed with the star striker’s bid as she reportedly banned him from ever travelling to see DiddyCredit: ITVYears later on The Graham Norton Show Diddy revealed Rooney never came on the trip due to ColeenCredit: BBCResurfaced footage from a football charity auction in 2006 shows disgraced music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, 54, promising to take the England ace out on a “non-stop party with lots of sexy ladies”.The clip came 18 years before Combs’ arrest over a number of serious sexual allegations including racketeering, sex trafficking, and transportation to engage in prostitution.Combs has pleaded not guilty to all the charges against him.A 20-year-old Rooney can be seen in the clip laughing and joking with his England teammates and celebrities as Diddy stands on the stage next to auction hosts David Beckham and Graham Norton.read more in DiddyRooney, siting beside England teammate Ashley Cole and then wife Cheryl, was bidding on Beckham’s World Cup charity auction where the highest bidder would get the chance to spend the weekend with Diddy in New York. After placing the huge $150,000 offer, Diddy – dressed in a black tuxedo and thick sunglasses – assured that he would make Rooney a “changed man” before he returned home to Manchester. Grabbing the microphone, the rapper said: “After he comes to New York, we’ll probably be cousins. “It’ll be a non-stop party with lots of sexy ladies.”Most read in FootballCombs initially jumped on stage uninvited as he interrupted Beckham who was hosting the star-studded event at his mansion in Hertfordshire. The music star then offers himself out to those in attendance – promising the highest bidder either a night out in the US, a studio session or a weekend at his house in New York.I was 16 when I escaped Diddy’s freak-off party filled with sex, drugs, and candy – he chased me down the hallWhen talking about the wild evening of partying Diddy says: “I promise you, your a** will wake up Wednesday, laying beside me.”Several British legends were at the event and even placed their own bids on Combs such as Sharon Osbourne before Rooney upped the bidding and won Diddy’s company.Along with the winning offer Rooney reportedly asked to bring along a friend for the trip.The Sun has contacted Wayne Rooney’s representatives for comment.Over the past few weeks, several clips of Diddy have resurfaced with the producer making references to his party lifestyle.No, their wives wouldn’t allow them to come. I’m serious. I don’t know whySean Combsspeaking on The Graham Norton ShowA clip on The Graham Norton Show in 2011 is one of these where Norton references the auction.He asked Diddy about Rooney and star defender Rio Ferdinand who was also set to go and visit Combs in New York.Norton asks: “I always wondered; did they ever go? Did it ever happen?” To which Diddy responded: “No, their wives wouldn’t allow them to come. I’m serious. I don’t know why.”One saw him speaking on Late Night with Conan O’Brien over 22 years ago joking about locking up his female party guests in rooms.Wayne Rooney bought a night of partying with Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs at a charity football auction in 2006Credit: ITVDiddy and Graham Norton at the auction togetherCredit: ITVDiddy at a 1999 White Party with Leonardo DiCaprioCredit: The Mega AgencyThe videos have come into question since Combs was charged with several sexual allegations.He is also accused of having “abused, threatened, and coerced women and others around him to fulfil his sexual desires, protect his reputation, and conceal his conduct.”If Combs is convicted and receives the maximum sentence, he faces life in prison.The minimum sentence is 15 years.The court indictment against Combs revealed how he would often host lavish parties for guests which involved a number of “Freak Offs” events.At these “parties” he allegedly forced victims to have sex with hired sex workers while it was filmed on camera.Freak Offs often involved drug usage to keep participants “obedient and compliant,” followed by IV fluids to help them recover afterwards, the charges allege.Combs would then use the “sensitive, embarrassing, and incriminating” footage “as collateral to ensure the continued obedience and silence of the victims,” prosecutors claim.Diddy has already lost two appeals for bail, despite making multiple promises of better behaviour in exchange for his freedom.The evidence against Sean ‘Diddy’ CombsTHE months-long federal sex trafficking probe against Sean Combs has culminated in a searing indictment that was unsealed on Tuesday.Combs has been hit with one count of racketeering and one count of sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion, and one count of transportation to engage in prostitution.But behind those legal charges lies a mountain of alleged evidence of menace, violence, and horrific abuse of his fame.Combs “abused, threatened, and coerced women and others around him to fulfil his sexual desires, protect his reputation, and conceal his conduct.”He “created a criminal enterprise whose members and associates engaged in, and attempted to engage in, among other crimes, sex trafficking, forced labor, kidnapping, arson, bribery, and obstruction of justice.”The rapper assaulted women by “striking, punching, dragging, throwing objects at, and kicking them.”Combs “manipulated women to participate in highly orchestrated performances of sexual activity with male commercial sex workers” that he called “freak offs.”Freak offs “occurred regularly, sometimes lasted multiple days, and often involved multiple commercial sex workers.”During freak offs, he “distributed a variety of controlled substances to victims, in part to keep the victims obedient and compliant.”After freak offs, Combs and the victims “typically received IV fluids to recover from the physical exertion and drug use.”In March 2024, during searches of his residences in Miami and Los Angeles, “law enforcement seized various Freak Off supplies, including narcotics and more than 1,000 bottles of baby oil and lubricant.”During and separate from Freak Offs, Combs “hit, kicked, threw objects at, and dragged victims, at times, by their hair…These assaults often resulted in injuries that took days or weeks to heal.”He also used the “sensitive, embarrassing, and incriminating recordings” that he made during freak offs as “collateral to ensure the continued obedience and silence of the victims.”Combs himself “brandished firearms to intimidate and threaten others, including victims of and witnesses to his abuse.”During searches of his homes, “law enforcement seized firearms and ammunition, including three AR-15s with defaced serial numbers, as well as a drum magazine.”Associates “assisted him in locating and contacting victims who attempted to flee his abuse.”When witnesses to the abuse threatened his authority or reputation, he and members and associates of the enterprise “engaged in acts of violence, threats of violence, threats of financial and reputational harm, and verbal abuse. These acts of violence included kidnapping and arson.”Combs’ initial court appearance saw a judge order him to be held without bail, citing “very significant concerns” about his reported substance abuse and “anger issues.”An appeal led to Diddy’s three sons Quincy Brown, Christian “King” Combs, and Justin Combs co-signing a $50 million bail proposal.A second judge a day later once again denied the plea and ruled Diddy would remain jailed pending trial.The Metropolitan Detention Center where the hit producer and rapper is being held is synonymous with rat infestations, violent outbreaks, and being understaffed.The jail has a capacity of 1,600 inmates, often with celebrities among them.Two of the most high profile inmates include fellow musician R Kelly  and Jeffrey Epstein’s alleged acquaintance Ghislaine Maxwell.It comes as a Diddy accuser’s attorney has claimed a high-profile person was seen alongside the music mogul in a pornographic video.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe footage is said to be a pornographic film that allegedly shows someone “more high-profile” than the rapper and founder of Bad Boy, alongside the troubled hip-hop mogul.Ariel Mitchell-Kidd would not reveal who was the person in the video, allegedly shot in Diddy’s Atlanta mansion.What happened during Sean Combs’ ‘Freak Offs’?SEAN Combs’ infamous drug-fuelled freak offs, first revealed by his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura’s lawsuit in November 2023, have become a central narrative of the indictment.The allegations include:The music mogul “manipulated women to participate in highly orchestrated performances of sexual activity with male commercial sex workers.”Freak offs “occurred regularly, sometimes lasted multiple days, and often involved multiple commercial sex workers.”Combs “distributed a variety of controlled substances to victims, in part to keep the victims obedient and compliant.”He and the victims “typically received IV fluids to recover from the physical exertion and drug use” after the freak offs.Cops “seized various Freak Off supplies, including narcotics and more than 1,000 bottles of baby oil and lubricant” from his homes in Los Angeles and Miami.Combs “hit, kicked, threw objects at, and dragged victims, at times, by their hair,” during and separate from the freak offs, which “often resulted in injuries that took days or weeks to heal.”He also used the “sensitive, embarrassing, and incriminating recordings” that he made during freak offs as “collateral to ensure the continued obedience and silence of the victims.”Diddy with Victoria Beckham in 2003Credit: Selma FonsecaDiddy at one of his house partiesCredit: AlamyIf Combs is convicted and receives the maximum sentence, he faces life in prisonCredit: GettyA court sketch of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs More