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      Premier League cult hero unrecognisable as he poses with young Zlatan Ibrahimovic in throwback pic for touching tribute

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      A PREMIER LEAGUE cult hero looks unrecognisable in an old picture as he pays tribute to Zlatan Ibrahimovic.The Sweden legend, 41, announced he was hanging up his boots following AC Milan’s Serie A match against Verona.
      A Premier League cult hero paid tribute to former team-mate Zlatan Ibrahimovic after his retirement
      The pair played together at AjaxCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Ibrahimovic announced his retirement at AC Milan’s final game of the seasonCredit: Reuters
      Ibrahimovic was on the sidelines after a calf injury suffered in April ended his campaign.
      Zlatan was visibly moved by the reception he received and choked back tears.
      Emotional supporters were spotted crying in the stands, as their hero said goodbye.
      And after making his announcement many from the footballing world took to social media to pay tribute to the iconic forward.
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      One of which was a former team-mate of Ibrahimovic from his time at Dutch outfit Ajax.
      The pair took very different career paths as Ibra went on to play for Europe’s elite while the other striker made a name for himself in the Premier League.
      He turned out for clubs such as Tottenham, Middlesbrough, Wigan and West Ham before leaving England permanently in 2011.
      His most prolific spell came in his first year at Spurs as he netted 13 goals in 36 Premier League games while on loan from Roma.
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      The player was former Spurs star Mido that paid tribute to ZlatanCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd
      He also played for the likes of Wigan, Middlesbrough and West HamCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      And that player is of course… Mido.
      The Egyptian forward played with Ibrahimovic between 2001 and 2003.
      He posted a snap of himself and the newly retired striker from their youth after just winning the Eredivisie title.
      He wrote: “Congratulations @Ibra_official on a great career.
      “You did your country, family, but mostly yourself proud! Good luck in your next chapter you will do great in anything you will decide to do.
      “It was an honor to play alongside you I have learned a lot of things from you on and off the pitch.
      “God bless you and bless your Family.” More

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      Retiring Zlatan Ibrahimovic delivers one last piece of trademark arrogance as he brutally takes down booing Verona fans

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      ZLATAN IBRAHIMOVIC stunned fans with one last piece of trademark arrogance after announcing his retirement from professional football.The 41-year-old revealed he was hanging up his boots following AC Milan’s Serie A clash with Verona on Sunday.
      Ibrahimovic told Verona fans to ‘keep booing’Credit: AP
      The striker announced his retirement from football on SundayCredit: Getty
      In a touching speech, he said: “So many memories and emotions inside this stadium. The first time I arrived you gave me happiness, the second time, you gave me love.
      “I want to thank my family and those close to me for their patience. I want to thank my second family. The players, the coach and his staff for the responsibility they gave me.
      “I want to thank the directors for the opportunity they gave me. Last but not least, from my heart, I want to thank you, fans. You welcomed me with open arms and I will be a Milanista my entire life.
      “It’s time to say goodbye to football, but not to you.
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      “It’s too difficult, there are too many emotions. I’ll see you around if you are lucky. Forza Milan and goodbye.”
      Following his emotional farewell, Ibrahimovic then immediately snapped back into his brash persona to address the travelling Verona fans – who had booed him.
      He said: “Keep booing. This is the biggest moment in your year seeing me.”
      The striker burst onto the scene with Swedish side Malmo in 1999 and scored three goals in eight appearances before sealing a move to Ajax.
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      He spent three years with the Eredivisie giants before joining Juventus in 2004.
      Ibrahimovic also enjoyed spells with Inter Milan, Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United, LA Galaxy and AC Milan throughout his illustrious career.
      The Sweden Legend is not only admired for his goalscoring prowess, but also his iconic comments.
      Arsenal had attempted to sign Ibrahimovic from Malmo before he eventually moved to Ajax in 2001.
      However, Arsene Wenger wanted him to trial before they considered any offers.
      The striker subsequently refused to join the north London side.
      When speaking about the situation to Sky Italia, he said: “I went to London for an appointment with Wenger, who asked me to audition for the Gunners. I told him ‘I will not do a trial: either you take me or not, I’m not here to waste time’.
      “I already had that kind of trust, because in my mind I was the strongest of all even when I was young. I met Wenger because I expected him to tell me to start with them right away. But Ibra does not test.”
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      Ibrahimovic also once described himself as a “Ferrari” when speaking about his one-year spell at Barcelona.
      He said: “When you buy me, you are buying a Ferrari. If you drive a Ferrari you put premium petrol in the tank, you hit the motorway and you step on the gas. [Pep] Guardiola filled up with diesel and took a spin in the countryside. He should have bought a Fiat.” More

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      Watch supporter catch a FISH during football match as fans ask ‘what in the Captain Birdseye is going on?’

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      THIS is the bizarre moment a supporter catches a FISH during an Italian Serie A match.The hilarious incident occurred during Fiorentina’s trip to rivals Sassuolo on Saturday.
      A football fan stunned people by catching a fish at a gameCredit: TIKTOK/MODICA.MAURIZIO
      The Fiorentina fan landed the fish at Sassuolo’s stadiumCredit: TIKTOK/MODICA.MAURIZIO
      A moat separates away fans from the pitchCredit: TIKTOK/MODICA.MAURIZIO
      The visitors prepared for Wednesday’s Europa League final against West Ham by sealing an impressive 3-1 win.
      But the most exciting action of the game came in the away end.
      Sassuolo’s pitch famously has a moat in front of the visiting supporters to prevent them from rushing onto the pitch.
      The novel idea was first installed in 1995 and has so far done its job.
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      However, the waterway has since acquired a number of live fish.
      And away fans tend to make a habit of trying to catch them during games.
      An Inter Milan was famously successful as he landed a fish 18 months ago.
      But one Fiorentina fan joined the exclusive club as he hooked into one on Saturday.
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      The delighted supporter received a raucous response as he waved the creature towards the crowd.
      But fans left at home were left completely baffled by the surreal experience.
      One said: “What in the Captain Birdseye is going on here?”
      Another declared: “Bro just wanted to watch the football.”
      One noted: “Yeah mate I have no clue either.”
      Another added: “Fish and chips and watching Fiorentina.” More

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      Astrid Wett takes blame for Leeds relegation as she reveals flop midfielder was ‘too busy’ liking her sexy pics

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      ONLYFANS model Astrid Wett has jokingly taken responsibility for Weston McKennie’s disastrous loan spell at Leeds.McKennie joined the Whites during the final stages of the January transfer window from Juventus and was seen as a statement signing that would steer them away from the relegation zone.
      Astrid Wett jokingly took responsibility for Leeds’ Premier League relegationCredit: Twitter / @AstridWett
      Weston McKennie failed to live up to expectations at Leeds during his loan stintCredit: Getty
      Leeds were relegated to the Championship after losing to TottenhamCredit: Alamy
      Astrid claims McKennie failed at Leeds because he was busy liking her picsCredit: Twitter / @AstridWett
      Astrid issued a screenshot that showed McKennie liked six of her pics
      However, the midfielder failed to live up to expectations with a series of hapless performances at Elland Road.
      Astrid issued a tongue-in-cheek post on Twitter explaining why she thinks the player didn’t succeed at Leeds.
      The Chelsea fan suggested the USA international spent too much time liking her racy pics on Instagram rather than concentrating on the pitch.
      Astrid tweeted: “No wonder he has a s**t season he was too busy subscribing and liking my pics.”
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      The TikToker shared a screenshot showing McKennie liking six of her raunchy pics.
      The 24-year-old saw Leeds going down after a 4-1 thrashing to Tottenham at home during the final round of fixtures.
      The American came off in the hour mark when he was replaced by Georginio Rutter.
      That is when several fans were heard shouting abuse towards the versatile midfielder.
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      McKennie is set to return to Juve after his loan stint came to an end in Yorkshire.
      The No8 reportedly has a £30million option to buy following the end of the season.
      But relegation and a subsequent drop in income means the ex-Schalke star will be heading back to Turin.
      OnlyFans model Astrid is a well-known Chelsea supporterCredit: Twitter / @AstridWett
      Astrid has amassed a large fan section on social mediaCredit: Twitter / @AstridWett
      Astrid shares a raft of raunchy pics on her social media accountsCredit: Twitter / @AstridWett More

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      Inter Milan ‘desperate to sign Trevoh Chalobah in £25m transfer as Chelsea reject Brighton’s £30m bid for future star’

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      INTER MILAN are desperate to sign Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah this summer, reports claim.The Serie A giants have prioritised signing a new centre-back this summer, with star man Milan Skriniar set to join Paris Saint-Germain.
      Inter Milan want to sign ChalobahCredit: Getty
      Chelsea have already rejected an offer from Brighton for ColwillCredit: Getty
      And according to The Evening Standard, Chalobah is at the top of Simone Inzaghi’s transfer wishlist.
      Chelsea value the 23-year-old at around £25million and Inter are said to be willing to match the club’s asking price ahead of the 2023-24 campaign.
      Chalobah is reportedly determined to stay at Stamford Bridge despite his sporadic game time this season.
      The defender wants to fight for his spot under the management of new boss Mauricio Pochettino, who will officially take over on July 1.
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      The Blues could decide to cash-in on Chalobah this summer, with in-form Levi Colwill set to return from his loan at Brighton.
      Chelsea have already rejected a £30m bid from the Seagulls for the 20-year-old, indicating that he will likely play a part in Pochettino’s squad next season.
      Todd Boehly is understood to be willing to offer Colwill a long-term contract in a bid to keep him at the club for the foreseeable future.
      His current deal expires in 2026, but there is an option to extend if the defender makes a certain amount of appearances.
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      Chelsea are reportedly willing to let go of several fringe players this summer in order to free up space in the squad.
      Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Conor Gallagher, Callum Hudson-Odoi, Mateo Kovacic and Mason Mount are all expected to leave in the next few months. More

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      World’s sexiest referee Claudia Romani risks Instagram red card as she strips to tiny dress and thong to flash bum

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      CLAUDIA ROMANI risked an Instagram red card as she posed in a ref-themed dress.The former whistler donned the tiny outfit on the beach for her latest social media snaps.
      Claudia Romani posed in a red-themed outfitCredit: Splash
      Claudia risked an Instagram ban with this cheeky snapCredit: Splash
      The 41-year-old smiles in the sunshineCredit: Splash
      Claudia has previously modelled for Playboy, GQ and Cosmopolitan.
      But in these snaps she paid homage to her former profession, officiating.
      The 41-year-old became a Serie A and Serie B-licensed official in 2014.
      She caused a stir, however, when she posed in an AC Milan shirt two years later.
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      Claudia has since returned to modelling, having initially ditched it to try her hand at reffing.
      In her latest beach snaps she produced a variety of poses, bending over in one picture while smiling in her shades in another.
      She has amassed 1.3million Instagram followers.
      Claudia recently showed off her AC Milan allegiance on Instagram in recent weeks.
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      Claudia is a former Serie A and Serie B-licensed refCredit: Splash
      She has previously modelled for Playboy and CosmopolitanCredit: Splash
      She showed off her colours ahead of their Champions League semi-final clash with rivals Inter.
      The former ref will have been left disappointed, however, after her side were beaten by their city foes.
      Claudia has since revealed her NBA fandom of the Miami Heat, and will have been delighted when Erik Spoelstra’s men booked their place in the Finals by beating the Boston Celtics in Game 7 earlier this week.
      Claudia is a big AC Milan fanCredit: Splash
      She has previously gotten into hot water for displaying her Milan allegianceCredit: Splash News More

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      Tammy Abraham set to spark Premier League transfer scramble with Roma forced to sell ex-Chelsea ace to avoid rule breach

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      ROMA are reportedly ready to sell Tammy Abraham to avoid Financial Fair Play sanctions.The Serie A side had hoped to win the Europa League and qualify for the Champions League and claim the riches that would have followed.
      Tammy Abraham could reportedly be sold by Roma this summerCredit: Getty
      He has scored 36 goals in his two season in ItalyCredit: Getty
      However, defeat to Sevilla in a penalty shootout left the plans in tatters.
      And now Roma are set to spark a transfer scramble for Abraham by listing him on the transfer market, according to The Telegraph.
      The Italian outfit will accept a transfer for the “right price” in an attempt to “break-even” a rule that they had already broken and been fined for by Uefa.
      Roma signed Abraham, 25, for £34million from Chelsea in 2021, and the report claims that the club is optimistic about recouping a large portion of that fee.
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      The English striker has experience on the national stage with England as well as in the Premier League and the Championship.
      In his two years in Italy, he has managed to notch 36 goals.
      However, this season has been less fruitful for the striker, as he has only netted nine times in all competitions.
      Abraham will not be short of suitors from the Premier League as he proved to be quality striker at the level.
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      Clubs such as West Ham, Everton, Crystal Palace and Tottenham could all be on the hunt for a new striker this summer.
      And if Abraham is available for a reasonable fee for Premier League sides, it would seem an attractive option.
      Abraham has previously admitted that he is happy in Italy, as he said on Uefa.com: “I’ve become more confident and have learnt a lot about myself.
      “At Chelsea, I was known as ‘the academy player’, and I think coming here I’ve realised it’s time to bring out my personality and show the world what I can do.
      “It’s been an amazing experience learning about a different culture and seeing a different area of life.
      “It’s something I’ll treasure even more looking back when my career has finished.”
      If he is still happy to continue his career in Italy, then he could look for a club in Serie A, such as Inter Milan.
      The Italian giants are set to lose Romelu Lukaku once his loan spell expires while Edin Dzeko is approaching retirement and Abraham could be a smart move. More

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      Man Utd legend Gary Neville deletes tweet brutally slamming Jose Mourinho’s Roma following Europa League final loss

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      GARY NEVILLE has deleted his tweet that slammed Jose Mourinho’s Roma as a “disgrace” after their defeat in the Europa League final.The Serie A side were defeated by Sevilla on penalties after the two sides could not be separated during 120 minutes of action.
      Gary Neville’s deleted tweet branded Roma as a ‘disgrace’Credit: Getty
      After the Europa League final, Jose Mourinho slammed referee Anthony TaylorCredit: Alamy
      Roma lost the shootout 4-1 as Argentine World Cup hero Gonzalo Montiel scored the decisive penalty after the game ended 1-1 after Gianluca Mancini’s own-goal cancelled out Paulo Dybala’s opener.
      The Italians came under fire for playing a cynical brand of football as well as players continuously surrounding British referee Anthony Taylor to try and force decisions.
      Taylor waved away protests for two Roma penalties – while he also ordered Montiel’s crucial spot-kick to be retaken after encroachment from Roma and former Wolves goalkeeper Rui Patricio.
      Mourinho was fuming with the decision and lashed out at the official after the game, branding him a “f***ing disgrace” while in the stadium car park.
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      However, Neville claimed that Mourinho and Roma only have themselves to blame as he tweeted: “Roma were a disgrace” on Thursday morning.
      The tweet, however, has since been deleted, and Neville has not provided any further comment on the fixture.
      Taylor dished out 13 yellow cards to players and also handed one to Mourinho, who also made his feelings clear in his post-match interview.
      He told Sky Sports Italia: “Each of us react in a different way, one cries, another doesn’t, but the truth is we are all very sad.
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      “We return dead tired, dead with feeling it is unjust.
      “It was an intense, masculine, vibrant game with a referee who seemed Spanish. It was yellow, yellow, yellow all the time.
      “The injustice is shown by the fact Lamela should’ve had a second yellow, he didn’t, and he converted a penalty in the shoot-out.
      “What I said is we either leave here with the Cup or we leave dead. Well, we’re dead.
      “We’re dead tired physically, dead tired mentally, dead because we think it is an unjust defeat with lots of incidents that are debatable.”
      Ahead of the game, Sevilla paid tribute to former goalkeeper Sergio Rico, the stopper has been hospitalised after a horse-riding accident. More