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      I’m an ex-Man Utd and England star, the Sidemen stars ‘absolutely killed’ me when we played against each other

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      BEN FOSTER was left stunned when he faced off against two Sidemen Charity Match stars. The former Manchester United and England goalkeeper paired up with FIFA YouTuber’s Chris MD and Miniminter for a free-kick challenge in 2021.
      Ben Foster used to turn out for Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      Foster paired up with YouTuber’s Miniminter, left, and Chris MD, middleCredit: Facebook @TheCyclingGK
      Foster faced them in a free-kick challengeCredit: Facebook @TheCyclingGK
      The video, shared to Foster’s The Cycling GK social media pages, saw him face ten shots (five from each) from various shooting positions outside of the penalty area with a wall in place.
      Chris MD, who has almost six million subscribers on YouTube, stepped up to take first, with Miniminter – who has over ten million subs – taking second.
      And to everyone’s surprise, Chris buried a shot into the top corner leaving the then Watford goalkeeper on the floor in shock.
      Foster, 40, made sure to get his own back by stopping the next six shots from going into the net.
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      However, he was powerless to stop Miniminter’s fourth shot which curled around the wall and into the bottom corner with Foster rooted to the spot.
      The goalie found himself conceding again straight away as Chris buried a free-kick into the top right corner despite Foster getting a hand to it.
      After the goal Foster joked: “I am in the middle of off-season. I haven’t trained or caught a ball.
      “It’s probably been about six weeks or something so far so its understandable really, to be fair.”
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      Foster faced ten shots against themCredit: Facebook @TheCyclingGK
      The pair managed to get some shots past himCredit: Facebook @TheCyclingGK
      Foster said he was ‘absolutely killed’ by themCredit: Facebook @TheCyclingGK
      The final shot of the video went wide from Miniminter, but Foster was still in disbelief at the quality he had been put up against.
      He said: “I fully expected no goals there. And you’ve absolutely killed me.
      “Standard was incredible, I’m proud of you both. Well done.”
      Foster has collaborated with other YouTube stars in recent years, and it would be far from surprising to see him do it again following his shock retirement at Wrexham last month.
      In the meantime, both Miniminter and Chris MD will be in action during this Saturday’s Sidemen Charity Match.
      After the success of last year’s game which raised £1million for charity and was streamed 34 million times, organisers have gone bigger and bolder.
      This time around the match is being held at West Ham’s London Stadium – which has sold out it’s 62,000 seat allocation.
      It include huge viral stars including KSI, IShowSpeed, Theo Baker and Kai Cenat. More

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      I’m an ex-Arsenal star and played FIFA with KSI – millions watched it and he’s now worth £20m but I didn’t earn a penny

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      EMMANUEL FRIMPONG has claimed he was not paid for collaborating with internet sensation KSI. The ex-Arsenal midfielder starred in a number of videos on KSI’s YouTube channel in the early 2010s.
      Emmanuel Frimpong revealed he didn’t get paid for starring in KSI videosCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      KSI is now worth £20millionCredit: Darren Fletcher
      The pair faced off with each other playing FIFA in the early 2010sCredit: YouTube/KSI
      The videos saw them face off with each other in a number of videos on the FIFA video game series – re-branded this year to EA Sports FC.
      Speaking to BettingSites.co.uk about the link-up, Frimpong said: ” I did make videos with KSI around 12 years ago, when he was coming up in the YouTube scene, and now he’s done very well for himself.
      “We don’t talk because we’re not close friends but follow each other on social media because we have previously worked together.
      “If I did message him, I think he would be humble enough to message me back, but we have nothing to talk about!
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      “I congratulate him and wish him even more success because what he’s done and where he has come from is amazing.”
      YouTuber-turned-boxer KSI has amassed a huge following online, with more than 40million fans across his YouTube channels and nearly 34m on other major social media.
      His popularity has also helped him obtain a sizeable fortune, with the 30-year-old estimated to be worth a whopping £20m.
      However, Frimpong, 31, has revealed he was not paid for his appearances in some of the vids, despite them being watched by millions of people.
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      Frimpong left Arsenal in 2014Credit: Getty Images – Getty
      He added: “KSI didn’t pay me for the last couple of FIFA videos I did with him years ago, so I might have to give him a message and ask for it now!
      “I always looked to work with people who were talented like KSI, but I don’t think we can have another round of FIFA because he’s moved on from that type of content.”
      Frimpong made 16 appearances for Arsenal after emerging from the club’s academy.
      He would go on to leave in 2014 following loan transfers to Charlton, Fulham and Barnsley, before retiring in 2018 due to a persistent knee injury.
      KSI, despite building his name from gaming in his bedroom as a teen, is now just as well known for his exploits into music, films, influencer boxing and business ventures such as PRIME Hydration.
      KSI is lined up to fight Love Island star Tommy Fury on October 14.
      But before that he is due to star in the Sidemen Charity Match on Saturday.
      Last year saw a 15-goal thriller at Charlton’s The Valley which raised an incredible £1m for charities.
      And this year they are hoping to top that, upgrading their venue to West Ham’s London Stadium which sold out it’s 62,000 allocation.
      KSI will be starring in the Sidemen Charity Match 2023Credit: Darren Fletcher More

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      Sidemen Charity Match 2023: Who is playing? KSI and IShowSpeed set to feature in SOLD OUT clash at London Stadium

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      THE SIDEMEN are set for a huge charity match on September 9 with KSI and IShowSpeed among the stars to feature.Two teams made up of internet stars will go head-to-head in front of a sold out 62,000 crowd at West Ham’s London Stadium this Saturday.
      KSI will lead out Sidemen FCCredit: PA
      Speed will again feature in this year’s gameCredit: PA
      12 months ago the social media sensations raised an incredible £1million for charities as Charlton’s The Valley hosted the game.
      The Sidemen team beat the YouTube All-Stars in a frantic match that finished 8-7.
      Last year’s event has been streamed 34million times.
      But things are set to be even bigger this time round to the delight of good causes Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM), Teenage Cancer Trust and Rays of Sunshine.
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      Who is playing?
      Sidemen FC:
      KSI will lead his six Sidemen pals out at the London Stadium with them joined by usual friends Callux, Calfreezy and more.

      KSI
      W2S
      Miniminter
      Vikkstar123
      Behzinga
      Zerkaa
      TBJZL
      Callux
      Lazarbeam
      Tareq
      Calfreezy
      Randolph
      TBA
      JME

      YouTube All-Stars:
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      The YouTube All-Stars side is led by Cristiano Ronaldo super-fan IShowSpeed and Mr Beast, who has 181million subscribers online.

      IShowSpeed
      Mr Beast
      xQc
      Danny Aarons
      Chandler Hallow
      Niko Omilana
      Max Fosh
      Kai Cenat
      Airrack
      AboFlah
      Chunks
      ChrisMD
      Karl Jacobs
      Theo Baker
      WillNE

      Meanwhile, Elz the Witch and Big Zuu will be on hosting duty and YouTube comedian Stephen Tries is reportedly set to be involved in commentary.
      Sidemen FC won 8-7 last yearCredit: PA
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      For Sidemen FC, look no further than Miniminter, who scored a hat-trick last year.
      IShowSpeed is the man to watch for the YouTube All-Stars – the streamer may not be the best player on the pitch but managed to floor KSI with a brutal slide tackle after 20 seconds last year and then begun celebrating.
      The pair continued their friendly war in the stands as Arsenal beat Manchester United 3-1.
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      What have the Sidemen said?
      Joshua Bradley, known as Zerkaa, is thrilled to see the match grow in popularity over the years, saying: “This is a major milestone for us.
      “When we first set up this event back in 2016, we never thought we’d be playing in a stadium of over 62,000 people.
      “Not only are we able to give back to our loyal fans, but being able to raise further funds for charities that are so close to our hearts give us a lot to be proud and thankful for.”
      Meanwhile, Graham Gilmore, CEO of London Stadium, added: “This event goes from strength to strength.
      “The move to London Stadium demonstrating the success The Sidemen have built over recent years, not only in bringing so many great names together but raising money for important charities too.
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      “In addition, we will be delighted to welcome the huge global audience on streaming and digital channels, who will be joining the 60,000 plus fans in the stadium.”
      How to watch Sidemen Charity Match 2023

      The Sidemen Charity Match is expected to be broadcast live for FREE on the Sidemen YouTube, as was the case last year.
      Kick-off is at 3pm.

      West Ham’s London Stadium will play host to this year’s matchCredit: Getty More

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      When is Sidemen Charity Match 2023? Date, live stream info, team line-ups and confirmed venue

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      THE Sidemen return this summer with another bumper charity football match – and this time they’re going bigger than ever.Sidemen favourites such as KSI, Miniminter and Zerka all turned out last year at Charlton’s Valley Stadium for their last game.
      KSI and Chunkz battle for the ball during last year’s Sidemen Charity MatchCredit: PA
      Plenty of stars turned out for the Sidemen Charity Match in 2022
      They managed to raise more than £1million for charity, and they’re hoping to do it all again in September at West Ham’s London Stadium.
      “This is a major milestone for us,” Joshua Bradley, known as Zerka, said.
      “When we first set up this event back in 2016, we never thought we’d be playing in a stadium of over 62,000 people.
      “Not only are we able to give back to our loyal fans, but being able to raise further funds for charities that are so close to our hearts give us a lot to be proud and thankful for. We can’t wait to see all of you in September.”
      When is the Sidemen Charity Match 2023?

      The Sidemen Charity match will take place on Saturday, September 9.
      The game will kick off at a time yet to be determined.
      60,000 fans are expected to fill the London Stadium.

      How to watch Sidemen Charity Match 2023

      The Sidemen Charity Match is expected to be broadcast live for FREE on YouTube, as was the case last year.

      Team line-ups

      There has yet to be a full announcement on which stars are set to play in the match.
      But last year Chunkz, IShowSpeed, Cal The Dragon, Noah Beck and Harry Pinero all appeared.
      This year, all the Sidemen members have already been confirmed, including Miniminter, KSI, Zerkaa, Behzinga, TBJZL, Vikkstar123 and W2S.

      Where is it taking place?

      West Ham’s 62,000-seater stadium will play host to the Sidemen’s latest charity match.
      Ticket sale announcements are expected to be made in due course.

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      KSI spotted at Sikh temple after visiting mosque amid fallout from using vile racial slur in YouTube video

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      YOUTUBE star KSI has been spotted at a Sikh temple after being blasted for using a “disgusting” racial slur. The influencer and boxer has been slammed in recent days for saying the word “p***” in a video posted online.
      KSI was spotted at a Sikh temple in recent days amid the fallout he’s facing for making a racial slurCredit: Twitter/@UB1UB2
      The Youtuber was blasted for saying the slur during a skit on Sidemen SundayCredit: Ruckas
      KSI, whose real name is Olajide William Olatunji, quickly backtracked and apologised.
      The influencer said there was “no excuse” for using the term – which he said deeply hurt South Asian communities.
      In the days after he caused the uproar, the 29-year-old visited a mosque and spoke to the imam.
      And now a video has been posted to Twitter of him at a Sikh temple in Kent.
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      In the clip the Youtuber-turn boxer, who has 12.7 million Instagram followers, can be seen chatting and laughing away at Siri Guru Nanak Darbar Gudwara.
      KSI was forced to make a public apology after he said the racial slur in a now-deleted video.
      The influencer was taking part in a ‘Countdown challenge’ stunt with a group of influencers called The Sidemen.
      Much like the hit daytime English and maths quiz show, the group had to try to come up with a nine-letter word using the characters on the screen.
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      It was then that KSI said his team “need points” and spat out the term.
      Fellow hosts Chunkz and Filly fell about laughing at KSI’s answer, while he jokingly said “sorry”.
      But, the moment sparked fury online.
      BBC presenter Bobby Friction posted: “I had this racial slur thrown at me and got physical beats by racists for my entire childhood.
      “Genuinely upset that KSI (a guy my children love) did this and thought it was funny.
      “The rest of them laughing can go f*** themselves too. People dehumanising brown people like it’s normal.”
      Meanwhile, teacher and broadcaster Mehreen Baig added the comments and reaction was “horrifically disappointing from KSI and his crew”.
      Renowned health presenter Dr Ranj Singh blasted the internet sensation saying: “I’m not just upset, I’m disgusted.”
      KSI – whose YouTube videos have clocked up over 11 billion views – issued a grovelling apology on Twitter just hours after Sunday’s incident.
      He wrote: “I wanna apologise for saying a racial slur in a recent Sidemen video.
      “There’s no excuse, no matter the circumstances, I shouldn’t have said it and I’m sorry.
      “I’ve always said to my audience that they shouldn’t worship me or put me on a pedestal because I’m human.
      “I’m not perfect, I’m gonna mess up in life, and lately I’ve been messing up a lot.”
      Genuinely upset that KSI (a guy my children love) did this and thought it was funny.Bobby FrictionBBC presenter
      KSI wrapped up the statement by saying he was also going to take a break from social media.
      He then repeated his apology ahead of his fight with Joe Fournier on Wednesday.
      The rapper said: “I want to take this opportunity to offer my deepest and most sincere apologies for my words and actions.
      “In a recent video I used a racial term that is offensive to so, so many especially in the South Asian community.
      “There are no excuses for what I said and I recognise that I’ve caused a lot of hurt and disappointment to so many people that look up to me, and my ignorance has only reinforced the negative stereotypes that have existed for way too long in this country.
      “I want to express my heartfelt regret for what I said and I want you to know I am genuinely ashamed and deeply sorry for any pain or suffering I have caused.
      “I realise my words have consequences and as a public figure I have a responsibility to use my platform for good rather than perpetuating discrimination and this week I have failed to do this.”
      The Sidemen also took to social media and said the clip “was completely unacceptable and inexcusable”.
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      They added: “The fact the incident was made light of on the show was wrong and compounded the hurt.”
      The group said they have been left “truly ashamed” by their actions.
      The 29-year-old has said he will now take a break from social mediaCredit: Getty
      The influencer and boxer was said to have visited Siri Guru Nanak Darbar Gudwara in Kent in recent dayCredit: Twitter/@UB1UB2 More

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      Crawley sign Sideman star Tobi’s brother Jed Brown on one-year contract… but fans are NOT happy about it

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      CRAWLEY TOWN have signed internet stars Tobi and Manny Brown’s brother Jed on a one-year contract.Brown joins after completing an extended trial with the League Two outfit.
      Crawley fans have not been impressed with the club’s signing of Jed BrownCredit: Instagram @officialcrawleytownfc
      He will be involved in the club’s B team as he is on a development contract.
      Speaking on the deal, co-chairman Preston Johnson said: “Jed is a young player who has acquitted himself well during previous training sessions with the team, and we’re happy to have him continue his development as a member of our B team.
      “While he may not currently be part of our first-team plans, we welcome Jed to the club and look forward to his continued growth as he trains alongside his new teammates.”
      Brown started his trial with the club in November 2022 alongside his brothers.
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      Tobi and Manny are part of the YouTube collaboration Sideman, and have almost nine million subscribers between them on their individual channels.
      However, Crawley supporters are not impressed with the club announced with them, making the thought known on social media.
      One tweeted: “Just not the right time.”
      A second commented: “Absolute joke. Just when I think things can’t get more ridiculous, you lot have a way of topping it. #wagmiout.”
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      A third wrote: “What are these owners doing 😂😂😂.”
      A fourth said: “Makes a mockery of professional football. Embarrassing 🤢🤢🤢.”
      A fifth added: “Hahaha. More PR stunts than wins. Wagmi out.”
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      KSI looks dapper in suit and hat as he and Sidemen stars Tobi Brown, Joshua Bradley and Vikram Barn watch West Ham clash

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      YOUTUBE sensation KSI dressed up sharply as he and his fellow Sidemen stars watched West Ham’s clash against Crystal Palace. A late Michael Olise strike put on a dramatic finish to the game as The Eagles took all three points back to South London.
      KSI appeared to be enjoying his time in the suitCredit: Rex
      The Sidemen group posed for a photo next to West Ham icon Carlton ColeCredit: Rex
      The group also held custom-made shirts, each with their own gimmicksCredit: Rex
      Seemingly taking a break from their own jobs as entertainers, four members of the Sidemen were in attendance at the London Stadium.
      And they came suited and booted with a dazzling array of suits and hats.
      KSI, founder of hydration drink PRIME alongside Logan Paul, rocked up in a blue suit with a pink interior paired with a bow tie and hat.
      Tobi Brown, also known as “TBJZL”, went with a more clean and less eye-catching look than his co-star, though that’s not to say it wasn’t as sharp.
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      Tobi was denied the opportunity to make his pro debut in the FA Cup on Saturday after being handed a trial by Crawley.
      However, despite not featuring during the game against Accrington, Tobi and his fellow trialist brothers may still feature for the club in the future.
      Joshua Bradley, who goes by the name “Zerkaa”, countered Tobi and KSI with an appropriate claret suit.
      He was followed in this by Vikram Barn, also known as “Vikkstar”.
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      But while Josh went for a suit with a similarly clean look to Tobi’s, Vik donned a fit blended with some slightly more vibrant diamond shapes.
      The quartet even had time to pose alongside West Ham icon Carlton Cole, which Ethan Payne – one of the group’s missing members – would have loved due to being a fan of the Hammers.
      The Sidemen group is made up of seven members and boasts a following of over 17 million on YouTube making them the UK’s largest YouTube collective.
      Each of them starred in the thrilling Sidemen Charity Match in September, which sold out Charlton’s ground The Valley and had a peak viewing of 2.5m on YouTube. More

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      Sidemen star Tobi Brown and brothers in line for professional football debuts after impressing Crawley Town

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      SIDEMEN star Tobi Brown could have a future in professional football after he impressed Crawley Town.Tobi and his two brothers, Jed and Manny, did not feature in Saturday’s FA Cup defeat to Accrington Stanley despite training with the League Two club this week.
      Sidemen star Tobi Brown and brothers Jed and Manny have been on trial with CrawleyCredit: BackGrid
      Tobi impressed on the Internet with his football skills and is part of the Sidemen group
      Jed has impressed the most on trial but could not play as he is already contracted to Non-League side Fisher FC.
      The game ended in disappointment for caretaker manager Lewis Young, but when quizzed after the game, he could only speak glowingly of Sidemen star Tobi and his siblings.
      And he hinted that they could have a future with the club.
      Young told SunSport: “It was over my head as to why they couldn’t play.
      “It is something that the owners are big on, but unfortunately they couldn’t be involved today.
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      “But I do believe that they are going to be signed for the foreseeable, so as long as they are training well they will be up for selection.”
      He added: “We are just trying to get results and obviously if they are good enough then they will be involved in the match day squad.
      “I’ve just had a look on everyone as a whole, and I base my team selection on that, everyone has trained really, really well.”
      I do believe that they are going to be signed for the foreseeable, so as long as they are training well they will be up for selection.”Lewis YoungCrawley Town Caretaker Manager
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      With Tobi’s commitments to The Sidemen, his clothing brand Illvzn and his own YouTube channel, it seems to be youngest brother Jed who looks destined for greatness as a professional footballer.
      Crawley perhaps could have done with Jed in their ranks today, as they were beaten 4-1 at home by League One side Accrington Stanley.
      Tobi has previously claimed that Jed has the potential to play at a higher level after one of their training sessions in midweek.
      He said to SussexExpress: “One of the main reasons I agreed to do this with Crawley and WAGMI United was because I wanted to Jed a chance to get trained at a higher level.
      “Everything he knows is self-taught and I want to see how far he can go with the opportunity I never had.” More