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    Fans joke Onana tried to ‘LEVITATE’ to put off Awoniyi as Man Utd keeper is questioned for unusual technique before goal

    MANCHESTER UNITED goalkeeper Andre Onana sustained ridicule on social media during the 3-2 win over Nottingham Forest.Taiwo Awoniyi broke through United’s defence in midfield during a dangerous counter-attack and found himself in front of Onana inside the box.
    Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana sustained ridicule on social mediaCredit: Getty
    Onana was slammed after Nottingham Forest opened the scoring with Taiwo AwoniyiCredit: Alamy
    Fans joked Onana tried to levitate to put Awoniyi off in a major blunder
    But the Cameroonian lost his balance and fell backwards just before Awoniyi hit his bottom left corner to open the scoring just two minutes after kick-off.
    And the 27-year-old’s error attracted some unwanted attention from fans on Twitter.
    Some joked Onana was trying to levitate to put Awoniyi off and others laughed off United’s claims that he is David de Gea’s successor after spending £47million to sign him from Inter Milan this summer.
    One fan tweeted: “Onana tried levitation to stop Awoniyi scoring…”
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    Another posted: “Onana is killing me man.”
    A third wrote: “Bro said, ‘It’s time to rest’.”
    This fan said: “Bro was doing yoga.”
    And that one commented: “‘De Gea upgrade’.”
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    Things got worse for United two minutes later as Willy Boly doubled Forest’s lead.
    However, Christian Eriksen got the Red Devils on the scoreboard in the 17th minute.
    Casemiro then equalised on 52 minutes and Bruno Fernandes turned things around from the penalty spot after 76 minutes to complete a dramatic 3-2 win. More

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    Watch awkward conversation between pole vault finalists as they decide whether to share World Championships gold medal

    THIS is the moment two pole-vault legends had their most awkward chat ever – deciding whether to share gold after an exhausting final.Huge rivals Katie Moon and Nina Kennedy looked drained after the 130-MINUTE showdown for the World Championships crown in Budapest – but split opinion on social media with their resulting conversation.
    Katie Moon and Nina Kennedy initially stood poles apart as they discussed what to do after a long and tiring pole-vault final
    Kennedy in particular was overcome with emotion after their eventual decision, but USA star Moon also appeared happy and relieved at the outcome
    Both cleared 4.90metres – then missed all three attempts at 4.95m.
    They spoke a few metres apart at the stadium in Budapest, with a mixture of nodding, grimacing and smiling.
    And it appeared to be Moon, the USA’S Olympic 2020 gold medal winner, who suggested the extremely rare outcome of a joint crown.
    Defending champ Kennedy, from Australia, swung her hands nervously together as they discussed the idea.
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    The pair got closer to each other, and finally agreed to share gold – whilst dividing opinion amongst athletics fans.
    The two athletes hugged, with Moon kissing her opponent on the cheek as they let out big grins and seemed relieved.
    Kennedy broke down in tears and put her hand to her mouth at their golden moment.
    But one observer tweeted, “Should have been a jump-off” and another hit out: “Give them both a silver.”
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    The two greats of their sport finally agreed to share gold
    Moon and Kennedy appeared dazed as well as delighted as they celebratedCredit: Reuters
    But on the opposite side of the track were verdicts like, “Wonderful moment, sport at its best” and “Ah, lovely”.
    Moon, 32, admitted: “When the final started I didn’t think about sharing a gold medal would work for me but now I am completely satisfied.
    “What a battle it was, oh my. What an amazing night, I hope everyone enjoyed that one. We did.”
    Kennedy, 26 seemed just as satisfied – as it was a “dream come true”.
    She added: “I jumped out of my skin tonight. It was super crazy.
    “I felt like the whole stadium was watching every single jump.
    “They were all around us tonight, it was really incredible.”
    Their arrangement follows a famous shared victory for high-jump pals Gianmarco Tamberi and Mutaz Barshim at the last Olympics in Tokyo.
    They too chose a gold apiece rather than a jump-off. More

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    Furious Bruno Guimaraes hits out at Newcastle fans with ‘short, stupid memories’ in now-deleted tweet

    FURIOUS Bruno Guimaraes hit out at moaning Newcastle fans with “short, stupid memories”.Some Toon supporters were quick to hammer their players on social media following Saturday’s 1-0 defeat at Manchester City.
    Newcastle stars were singled out for criticism following their 1-0 loss to Man CityCredit: Getty
    But Bruno Guimaraes hit back at the claimsCredit: Alamy

    NUFC360, a popular fan account with just under 134k followers, tweeted: “Is it too early in the season to start focusing blame onto individual players?
    “Was there an overreaction to the loss to Man City?”
    Brazilian midfielder Bruno, 25, was pictured in the post alongside Joelinton, Dan Burn and Miguel Almiron – none of who were at their best at the Etihad. 
    Guimaraes joined Newcastle from Lyon in January 2022 when the Magpies were battling relegation but admitted in July there are “doubts” over signing a new deal.
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    And he hit back: “Is this serious? We are in the Champions League, we lost against maybe one of the best teams in the world.
    “We have lost one game!
    “Support in the best moment is easy. Short, stupid memories you all have.
    “Look what we have done for the team in this year and a half.”
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    Bruno deleted his Tweet and NUFC360 backtracked, replying: “We are with you Bruno, this post was a way to try and focus on the craziness of those trying to find players to blame after two games.
    “I’m sorry if this was not expressed on that matter.” More

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    Footballer-turned-OnlyFans star Madelene Wright leaves fans in disbelief as she shows off incredible figure in lingerie

    FORMER footballer Madelene Wright has left her fans speechless as she posed for a new Instagram post. The ex-Charlton player shared a series of snaps with her followers on the social media app.
    Madelene Wright posed in a lingerie set in latest Instagram snapsCredit: Instagram @Madelene_Wright
    The former footballer left her fans amazedCredit: Instagram @Madelene_Wright
    Madelene has 323,000 Instagram followersCredit: Instagram / @madelene_wright
    She has also started an OnlyFans pageCredit: Instagram / @madelene_wright
    The 24-year-old posed in a hotel room mirror whilst sporting a lingerie set.
    And her fans were taken aback by the racy photos and rushed to the comments section to shower her with compliments.
    One fan wrote: “You’re always such an iconic queen of beauty.”
    Whilst another added: “You are perfection.”
    A third posted: “Definitely the most beautiful of the most beautiful ever.”
    And a fourth simply commented: “Goddess.”
    Madelene swapped her football life for a career in social media and also has her own OnlyFans account.
    She has made a name for herself online with an impressive 323,000 followers on Instagram.
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    Despite her new found career she has previously expressed her wish to get back out on the pitch and restart her football career.
    However her new earnings may soften the blow with Madelene claiming to rake in around £500,000 a year through OnlyFans.
    Madelene used to play for Charlton WomenCredit: Instagram @madelene_wright
    She has made a name for herself on social mediaCredit: Instagram @Madelene_Wright
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    Shakira takes thinly veiled swipe at ‘empty’ ex Pique with sultry hip-thrusting lip-sync video sending fans wild

    SHAKIRA took to Instagram to take a swipe at her ex Pique while sending fans wild with her sultry hip-thrusting dance moves.In the clip, the Colombian pop star can be seen lip-syncing her song Copa Vacia while sporting a strappy orange tank top and skintight jeans.
    Shakira showed off her stunning figure while lipsyncing her song Copa VaciaCredit: Instagram
    The pop star took a swipe at her ex Pique through her song that translates to ‘Empty Cup’Credit: Instagram
    Viewers were left hot under the collar as the singer thrust her hips to the beat of the songCredit: Instagram
    As she poses up in front of the camera, the 46-year-old shows off her stunning figure and iconic dance moves while mouthing the chorus to her song which translates to “Empty Cup”.
    The superstar sent her fans into a meltdown as she thrust her hips and gave watchers a side-view of her curves – all while taking a brazen swipe at her ex.
    She lipsyncs the words: “It’s been a while I’m thirsty for you, I don’t know why.
    “I’m left wanting more, wanting to drink from an empty cup”.
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    The chorus is repeated twice as Shakira demonstrates her sultry dance skills – seemingly calling her relationship with Pique an “empty glass” that she can’t drink from.
    While the post racked up over nine million views, eagle-eyed fans spotted the secret message and flocked to the comments to leave their thoughts.
    One wrote: “Pique crying right now”.
    Another said: “I don’t know what were in Pique’s mind to mess up with her but dude really f***** up”.
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    A third commented: “Pique lost this woman!?”
    But this isn’t the first time Shakira has lipsynced to Copa Vida on Instagram as she shared a clip earlier this month of her dancing and mouthing the lyrics in a bedroom while wearing tight black leggings and a crop top.
    Copa Vacia was released in June where Shakira transformed into a mermaid in shackles for the stunning music video.
    She took to Instagram at the time to reveal that the song has a symbolic meaning for her.
    The singer said that the mermaid represents her because she is on “the journey to becoming one with herself again.”
    Shakira noted that the mermaid “sacrifices a lot for love, ending up in the rubbish amongst rats.
    Taking another swipe at Pique following their public break up, the She Wolf singer joked: “Any resemblance to reality is pure coincidence.”
    The video shows the mum-of-two turning into a stunning mermaid with pink locks as she is trapped in the ocean.
    The single, featuring Manuel Turizo, talks about wanting more in a relationship that feels like drinking out of an empty cup.
    But Shakira has taken herself out of the ocean and into West Hollywood, California after she and Drake were spotted discreetly leaving the same afterparty “within minutes” of each other last week.
    The pair have since sparked dating rumours with fans going wild after the photos of the duo went public.
    “Nooo he took my wife,” tweeted one fan.
    “Damn godly duo,” wrote another fan.
    A third wrote: “Shakira ft. Drake coming.”
    Shakira has also allegedly enjoyed three secret meetings with Lewis Hamilton at her Ibiza villa, an insider claimed.
    The star and F1 ace have sparked dating rumours after being spotted getting cosy at a string of events in recent months.
    Paparazzo Sergio Garrido told Spanish TV channel Telecinco that the pair met “three times in the Ibiza villa” where Shakira was staying earlier this month during a break in the F1 season.
    “When the workers left, the singer stayed alone with her private escort and received a visit from Hamilton,” he said.
    However, Pique was filmed earlier this month demanding “nobody” fans to “shut up” at a Madrid nightclub after partygoers began chanting Shakira’s name.
    This led to Pique reportedly biting back to the trolling by saying: “What’s wrong? I am the world champion and you are nobody.”
    Former Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas then appeared on the scene and seemed to make matters worse as he asked the DJ to play Waka Waka – which of course was sung by Shakira.
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    Shakira and Pique, 36, called time on their 11-year romance last June before he then went official with his new girlfriend Clara Chia, 24.
    It was alleged by the Spanish media that Pique cheated on Shakira, although that has never been confirmed.
    Pique, 36, and Shakira split last year and he later went official with his new girlfriend Clara Chia, 24.Credit: Getty Images – Getty More

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    I fully accept mistakes & will continue my career elsewhere, Mason Greenwood says in statement as he leaves Man Utd

    MASON Greenwood has today broken his silence as Man Utd revealed his career with Old Trafford was over.The striker, 21, had been eyeing a comeback to the Premier League side after the attempted rape case against him was dropped earlier this year.
    Mason Greenwood has spoken out after Manchester United revealed he would not return to the clubCredit: Getty
    The striker has been suspended since being arrested on suspicion of rape and assault last JanuaryCredit: Getty
    However, concluding its investigation, the club said that it had been “mutually agreed” that he would not make a return.
    In a statement this afternoon, Greenwood said he “fully accepts” his mistakes and vowed to continue his career elsewhere.
    Greenwood said: “I want to start by saying I understand that people will judge me because of what they have seen and heard on social media, and I know people will think the worst.
    “I was brought up to know that violence or abuse…is wrong, I did not do the things I was accused of, and in February I was cleared of all charges.
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    “However, I fully accept I made mistakes…and I take my share of responsibility for the situations which led to the social media post.
    He added: “I am learning to understand my responsibilities to set a good example as a professional footballer, and I’m focused on the big responsibility of being a father, as well as a good partner.
    “Today’s decision has been part of a collaborative process between Manchester United, my family and me.
    “The best decision for us all, is for me to continue my football career away from Old Trafford, where my presence will not be a distraction for the club.
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    “I thank the club for their support since I joined aged seven. There will always be a part of me which is United. I am enormously grateful to my family and all my loved ones for their support, and it is now for me to repay the trust those around me have shown.
    “I intend to be a better footballer, but most importantly a good father, a better person, and to use my talents in a positive way on and off the pitch.”
    Greenwood has been suspended since January last year when he was arrested on suspicion of rape and assault.
    Charges of attempted rape, assault and coercive and controlling behaviour were brought against him in October but were dropped in February this year.
    The Crown Prosecution Service said that “key witnesses” had withdrawn from the investigation and “new information” had come to light.
    However, he remained sidelined by United while an internal probe was carried out.
    The Sun exclusively revealed last week that club bosses were set to bring Greenwood back into the fold.
    The reports prompted a significant backlash from fans in the run-up to today’s decision.
    Prominent fans including Countdown’s Rachel Riley urged the club not to allow Greenwood to return, with the TV star even saying she would pull her support if they did. More

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    Man Utd statement on Mason Greenwood in full as club says they have ‘mutually agreed’ striker will leave Old Trafford

    MANCHESTER United have announced that Mason Greenwood will not return to the team as they have “mutually agreed” that he will leave.Bosses at Old Trafford have now completed the internal investigation into the allegations of attempted rape and assault made against the 21-year-old striker.
    Manchester United have announced that Mason Greenwood will not return to the clubCredit: Getty
    Club bosses have ‘mutually agreed’ to part ways with the striker after an internal investigation into allegations of attempted rape and assault against himCredit: Getty
    A club spokesperson said: “Manchester United has concluded its internal investigation into the allegations made against Mason Greenwood.
    “Our process commenced in February 2023, following all charges against Mason being dropped.

    “Throughout, we have taken into account the wishes, rights and perspective of the alleged victim along with the club’s standards and values, and sought to collate as much information and context as possible.
    “This has required us to proceed with sensitivity and care to obtain evidence not in the public domain, including from those with direct knowledge of the case.”
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    They added: “Based on the evidence available to us, we have concluded that the material posted online did not provide a full picture and that Mason did not commit the offences in respect of which he was originally charged.
    “That said, as Mason publicly acknowledges today, he has made mistakes which he is taking responsibility for.
    “All those involved, including Mason, recognise the difficulties with him recommencing his career at Manchester United.
    “It has therefore been mutually agreed that it would be most appropriate for him to do so away from Old Trafford, and we will now work with Mason to achieve that outcome.”
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    Greenwood has been suspended since January last year when he was arrested on suspicion of rape and assault.
    Charges of attempted rape, assault and coercive and controlling behaviour were brought against him in October but were dropped in February this year.
    The Crown Prosecution Service said that “key witnesses” had withdrawn from the investigation and “new information” had come to light.
    However, he remained sidelined by United while an internal probe was carried out.
    The Sun exclusively revealed last week that club bosses were set to bring Greenwood back into the fold.
    The reports prompted a significant backlash from fans in the run up to today’s decision.
    Prominent fans including Countdown’s Rachel Riley urged the club not to allow Greenwood to return, with the TV star even saying she would pull her support if they did.
    A spokesperson for Women’s Aid said: “This needs to involve addressing the attitudes that underpin domestic and sexual abuse, and working with players from a young age to make it clear that clubs stand against sexism and misogyny.
    “This is an issue that reaches far wider than football, with misogynistic content widely available on social media, so it is important to recognise how widespread harmful attitudes are and address this.” More

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    Alan Shearer’s glamorous daughter Hollie wows fans as she joins no bra club and shows off toned abs in tiny crop top

    HOLLIE SHEARER wowed fans in her latest Instagram post.The glamorous daughter of Premier League legend Alan has become an icon in her own right on social media.
    Hollie Shearer wore a double denim top and skirtCredit: instagram @hollieshearer
    She has 82,000 followers on InstagramCredit: instagram @hirestreetuk
    Hollie often wows fans with pics from her holsCredit: Instagram @hollieshearer
    She has a following of over 82,000 on Instagram.
    And her latest post showed exactly why.
    Hollie, 28, posted a video to her page wearing a braless double denim crop top and skirt combination.
    In the video she can be seen twirling her hair.
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    She then adds some sunglasses to her look before doing a little dance.
    In response, one fan said: “Double denim ..90s b*witched vibes , looking good Hollie 💙.”
    A second wrote: “You should take shades of you eyes are stunning.”
    Hollie is the daughter of Prem legend AlanCredit: Instagram
    One fan declared she was ‘stunning’Credit: Instagram @hollieshearer
    Another replied with a number of blue heart emojis.
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    While others commented with fire emojis.
    When not setting pulses racing online, Hollie can be seen performing her songs on stage.
    She is currently dating England rugby star Jack Marchant.
    And she even performed alongside Sam Fender at her dad’s fundraiser earlier this year.
    She is often seen glamming upCredit: Instagram
    She is currently dating England rugby star Jack MarchantCredit: @slathelabel More