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      Napoli social media executive QUITS after Victor Osimhen mocked in two separate TikTok videos

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      NAPOLI’S social media executive has quit after Victor Osimhen was mocked in two separate club TikTok videos.The striker was ridiculed for missing a penalty against Bologna before being called a “coconut” – widely viewed as a racial slur.
      Victor Osimhen was the subject of mockery from the Napoli’s TikTok accountCredit: Reuters
      Napoli added the caption “Gimme penalty please” to his spot-kick miss, plus a whining voice-over appearing to make fun of the ex-Lille star.
      Osimhen’s agent responded by threatening to sue the club, while the Nigerian refused to take a penalty against Udinese in mid-week.
      Napoli responded by stating no offence was intended but social media executive Alessio Fortino has now left the club.
      Fortino announced the news on Instagram, writing in a short statement: “Today, after 805 days, my professional adventure with Napoli ends.
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      “For many this job would be comparable to a dream, for me it was simple daily reality: a reality built on commitment and fueled by the constant desire to learn and play.
      “I cannot help but express my deepest gratitude to all the colleagues, collaborators, partners and supporters I’ve met along this long journey for making this experience so special.
      “Leaving the company with a baggage of great memories and an excitement for the new adventures that lie ahead.
      “Thanks again for everything and see you soon! Alessio’.”
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      Osimhen was benched against Lecce on Saturday but scored in a substitute appearance.
      Napoli boss Rudi Garcia claimed he was rested, rather than dropped, but the TikTok controversy has sparked speculation Osimhen could leave the club.
      Osimhen has since released a statement – breaking his silence on the matter. More

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      Mac Allister risks wrath of FA with ’12 players’ social media post as Liverpool ace gets in spat with Spurs rival Romero

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      ALEXIS MAC ALLISTER could face an FA wrap for suggesting referee Simon Hooper was against Liverpool in their defeat to Tottenham.The Reds had a perfectly legal goal ruled out in the first half of Saturday’s 2-1 defeat to the North Londoners, which they finished with nine men.
      Liverpool suffered a controversial 2-1 defeat to Tottenham on SaturdayCredit: REX
      The Merseysiders had a perfectly good goal chalked off in the 34th minuteCredit: REX
      Kop star Alexis Mac Allister suggested referee Simon Hooper was on Spurs’ sideCredit: ALAMY
      Argentina international Mac Allister vented his frustrations on social media after seeing countryman and Spurs defender Cristian Romero’s Instagram post praising the win.
      He commented: “Normal when you have 12 players.”
      Romero quickly got wind of his international team-mate’s suggestion that Spurs were aided by the ref, snapping back by saying: “Cry at home.”
      FA chiefs could potentially charge Mac Allister for questioning the integrity of referee Hooper.
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      Kop chief Jurgen Klopp was slapped with a two-match ban last season for improper conduct after accusing referee of Paul Tierney of bias during their 4-3 win over Spurs.
      Liverpool could very well lodge a complaint over the VAR shambles which overshadowed Saturday’s defeat to Spurs.
      On-the-field ref and VAR Darren England wrongly ruled out Luis Diaz’s 34th minute strike for offside.
      The Merseysiders’ misery was compounded a mere two minutes later with Son Heung-Min fired Spurs into the lead.
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      The Professional Game Match Officials Limited acknowledged the clanger and have axed England from his VAR duties for today’s match between Nottingham Forest and Brentford.
      A statement read: “PGMOL can confirm the following match official appointment changes for the remaining fixtures in match round 7 in the Premier League.
      “Darren England, VAR on the Tottenham Hotspur v Liverpool fixture, and Dan Cook, AVAR on the same game, have been replaced for the Nottingham Forest v Brentford and Fulham v Chelsea matches today and tomorrow night respectively.
      “Craig Pawson will now assume England’s duties as fourth official at the City Ground while Eddie Smart will take over from Cook as assistant referee at Craven Cottage.”
      A disappointed Klopp said of the decision to rule out Diaz’s goal: “I don’t think there is anything to say about the offside goal.
      “I knew about it at half-time. In the first moment, I thought it was clearly onside but you think they have a better view.
      “I am pretty sure whoever made the decision didn’t do it on purpose. It didn’t take extremely long to come to the conclusion.
      “That’s a bit strange but someone else has to explain.
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      “The linesman thought it was worth watching again – that’s why he raised the flag.
      “In the good old times, the linesman should have seen it was not offside because we had these situations quite frequently and when you see it back it is pretty clear.”
      Darren England has been axed for his VAR gaffeCredit: REX More

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      Napoli striker Victor Osimhen BENCHED for Serie A clash amid TikTok mocking storm… but comes on to score in Lecce win

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      NAPOLI benched Victor Osimhen against Lecce amid the controversial TikTok mocking of the striker.But he came off the bench to score with the Serie A champions winning 4-0 away from home.
      Victor Osimhen scored after coming off the benchCredit: Reuters
      Osimhen was subject to mockery from his own club as Napoli’s social media team called him a “coconut” in a TikTok video – widely seen as a racial slur.
      They taunted the Nigerian after he missed a penalty against Bologna – leading his agent to threaten legal action against the club.
      Osimhen then refused to take a penalty against Udinese and did not celebrate after scoring in the clash.
      Napoli boss Rudi Garcia decided to drop the forward against Lecce but insisted it was not because of the ongoing controversy.
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      He told DAZN: “There has to be squad rotation, it is almost a third of the team that changed since the game with Udinese, so it’s natural to look to everyone, including those who come off the bench.
      “The extra-sport issue is not important, I prefer to talk about what happens on the field and Osimhen has scored four goals in six games. The rest will take care of itself.”
      Napoli responded to the threats of legal action by stating “no offence was intended” and the bizarre clips were meant to be “light-hearted”.
      A statement read: “Calcio Napoli, wishing to avoid any exploitation of the issue, point out that we never wanted to offend or mock Victor Osimhen, who is a treasure of this club.
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      “As proof of that, during the summer training retreat, the Club firmly rebuffed every offer that was received for the striker’s transfer abroad.
      “Social media, in particular TikTok, has always used an expressive form of language with a light heart and creativity, without wanting to, as in the case with Osimhen as protagonist, have any intention of insult or derision.
      “In any case, if Victor perceived any offence towards him, this was not what the club intended.” More

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      Vile football fans laugh as they taunt Sunderland supporters with tragic Bradley Lowery pic – as cops launch probe

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      SHEFFIELD Wednesday has slammed fans for vile Bradley Lowery taunts at last night’s game against Sunderland. Shocking photos have surfaced of two men laughing as one holds up a photo of the youngster, who tragically died of cancer in 2017.
      Sheffield Wednesday is investigating after vile fans held up a photo of late Sunderland fan Bradley Lowery at last night’s matchCredit: Twitter/@sheffield wednesday
      Bradley tragically died in 2017 after battling cancer his whole lifeCredit: Twiter / @Sheffield wednesday
      The youngster struck up a friendship with Jermain Defoe when he played for SunderlandCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      The club today said it was probing the incident, and apologised to Sunderland fans and Bradley’s loved ones.
      The six-year-old Sunderland lover struck up a close bond with Jermain Defoe while the England international played for the club. 
      The youngster captured the hearts of Brits on and off the field, as he had battled cancer most of his short life before losing the fight six years ago.
      The photos circulating of the men online have today been slammed by dozens, calling for the vile pair to be banned from matches.
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      In response, Sheffield Wednesday said it was looking into the “outrageous and utterly deplorable behaviour”.
      The club said on social media: “We are aware of the images circulating and have launched an immediate investigation together with South Yorkshire Police.
      “We roundly condemn this outrageous and utterly deplorable behaviour.
      “We can only apologise for the undoubted distress caused to Bradley’s family and friends.”
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      The Sun has approached South Yorkshire Police for comment.
      Young Bradley was a regular Sunderland mascot, holding the hand of his idol Defoe.
      In June 2017, he penned an emotional tribute to his “best pal” Bradley – saying his favourite part of playing for Sunderland was walking onto the pitch with the brave youngster.
      Defoe said he was heartbroken when he discovered the brave child could only have weeks to live.
      In the wake of Bradley’s death social media became flooded with messages filled with blue heart emojis in a show of support for him.
      The Bradley Lowery Foundation was also set up to support other families going though a similar ordeal.
      Fans have now called for the vile pair to be banned
      The football-mad six-year-old captured the hearts of BritsCredit: Twiter / @Sheffield wednesday
      Sheffield Wednesdays apologised to Bradley’s friends and family – including mum GemmaCredit: Getty – Contributor More

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      Chelsea ‘line up Ivan Toney and Victor Osimhen in January’ as Pochettino demands greater role in transfer business

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      MAURICIO POCHETTINO is looking to add Ivan Toney and Victor Osimhen to his struggling squad this winter, it’s been claimed.Chelsea are currently toiling in 14th place in the Premier League table after just ONE win in their first six matches.
      Mauricio Pochettino is demanding more of a say in Chelsea’s transfers going forwardCredit: REX
      Brentford hitman Ivan Toney is on the Argentine’s winter wishlistCredit: PA
      Napoli striker Victor Osimhen is also a targetCredit: REX
      Blues co-owner Todd Boehly bankrolled a whopping NINE signings this summer, although the new arrivals have yet to hit the ground running.
      It’s understood that Pochettino wants more of a say on transfers and has informed the Blues brass of that desire.

      And according to reports, Toney and Osimhen are on the Argentine’s winter wishlist.
      The Guardian claim the 51-year-old believes the addition of the Brentford and Napoli forwards will give his side sufficient firepower for the second half of the season.
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      Toney is currently serving an eight-month ban from football for a “substantial number of breaches” of the FA’s betting rules but will be free to play come January.
      Chelsea will have to go toe-to-toe with their London rivals Arsenal for the signature of Toney, whom Brentford value at £80m.
      They’ll also have to break the bank for Osimhen – despite his Napoli future being up in the air.
      The Nigerian striker is contemplating taking legal action against the Serie A champions after their official TikTok account posted two videos mocking him.
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      One of the shocking clips – which went viral on social media – even included a racial slur.
      Napoli have since issued a grovelling non-apology to their striker.
      In it, they claimed their snubbing of multiple offers for his services last summer showed how much they value him.
      It read: “As proof of that, during the summer training retreat, the Club firmly rebuffed every offer that was received for the striker’s transfer abroad.
      “Social media, in particular, TikTok, has always used an expressive form of language with a light heart and creativity.
      “Without wanting to, as in the case with Osimhen as the protagonist, have any intention of insult or derision.
      “In any case, if Victor perceived any offence towards him, this was not what the club intended.”
      Chelsea will be back in action on Monday night, travelling across West London to take on their neighbours Fulham.
      Chelsea are currently toiling in 14th place in the Premier LeagueCredit: ALAMY More

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      Watch Victor Osimhen refuse to celebrate after scoring for Napoli hours after threatening legal action over shock video

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      VICTOR OSIMHEN broke his Napoli drought last night – but then REFUSED to celebrate his goal amid his potential legal action against the club.The Nigerian star, 24, grabbed his side’s second in the 4-1 victory over Udinese in Serie A.
      Victor Osimhen broke his mini-drought for Napoli against UdineseCredit: Getty
      The star refused to celebrate his strike amid the potential legal action against the clubCredit: Getty

      That ended his four-game wait for a goal but he showed little emotion after finding the net as the player’s relationship with the club soured over recent days over their shock social media antics.
      Osimhen, who usually celebrates emphatically, instead just stood mooted after firing past the goalkeeper as his team-mates raced over to congratulate him.

      The hotshot also opted against taking a penalty after being mocked by the Italian club’s TikTok account.
      Napoli’s official TikTok page shared a video mocking the forward for missing a spot kick in their 0-0 draw with Bologna on Sunday.
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      The now deleted clip enraged Osimhen and the rest of the squad – and that appeared to lead to him deciding against taking a pen yesterday as he handed over spot-kick duties to Piotr Zielinski, who made no mistake to put the Gli Azzurri 1-0 up.
      Another now-deleted post reportedly saw the club release a video featuring a cropped photo of Osimhen’s head on a coconut with audio over the clip saying: “I’m a coconut.”
      It’s widely viewed as a racial slur.
      Osimhen was linked with a host of Europe’s biggest clubs over the summer transfer window as both Manchester United and Chelsea chased his signature.
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      Now the Premier League duo and rivals Arsenal are on red alert after the controversial TikTok post left the player contemplating SUING his employers over the shock video.
      Osimhen’s agent, Robert Calenda, wrote on X on Monday: “What happened today on Napoli’s official profile on the TikTok platform is not acceptable.
      “A video mocking Victor was first made public and then, but now belatedly, deleted.
      “A serious fact that causes very serious damage to the player. And adds to the treatment that the boy is suffering in the last period between media trials and fake news.”
      He then added: “We reserve the right to take legal action and any useful initiative to protect Victor.”
      Osimhen earned legendary status last season by playing an instrumental role in Napoli ending their 33-year wait for the Serie A title as he scored 26 goals in 32 top-flight matches. More

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      Model turned boxer Avril Mathie stuns in tiny thong bikini as she gives fans inside glimpse of her beach vacation

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      BOXING star Avril Mathie dazzled fans with a social media post showcasing her vacation.The model turned boxer, 36, sent fans into a frenzy as she took to Instagram to display her time and trip to Europe. 
      Avril Mathie wowed fans with her latest social media postCredit: Instagram/avrilmathie
      Avril Mathie showcased her vacation to EuropeCredit: Instagram/avrilmathie
      Mathie shared a series of photos on her social media, showing off her activity-filled vacation.
      The Aussie fighter wowed her followers as she swam in the ocean, hiked through the mountains, rode jet skis, went to a silent dance party, and jumped off a balcony into an infinity pool overlooking the sea.
      She captioned the post reflecting the trip: 
      “A bunch of last-minute one-way tickets and saying yes to anything that sounded fun this past month turned out pretty magical.”

      Many of her 289,000 followers on the popular Meta app showered her with praise in the comments.
      One said: “Goddess of the ocean.”
      Another: “Looking good, champ!”
      A third expressed: ” So beautiful. What a Life.” 
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      A fourth stated: “That dive was scary but bada**.”
      And a fifth: “You are fricking incredible.”
      Mathie shot to fame and notoriety for her lingerie weigh-in attire and thrilling fight style.
      She began boxing as an amateur in 2012 and had 20 bouts before turning professional in 2017.
      But her talents do not stop in just the ring as she has a decorated career as a fitness model.
      Mathie won Miss Swimsuit USA International in 2014 and the $50,000 Las Vegas International Model Search a year later.
      Avril Mathie is a model turned boxerCredit: Getty
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      Victor Osimhen hands penalty to Napoli team-mate a day after club’s TikTok for mocked his spot kick miss in furious row

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      VICTOR OSIMHEN opted against taking a penalty for Napoli after being mocked by the club’s TikTok account.Napoli’s official TikTok page shared a video mocking the Nigeria international for missing a spot kick in their 0-0 draw with Bologna on Sunday.
      Victor Osimhen was back in action for Napoli on Wednesday after being mocked by the club’s official TikTokCredit: REX
      Napoli’s official TikTok shared a video mocking Osimhen’s penalty miss against BolognaCredit: REX
      Osimhen handed over penalty duty to Piotr Zielinski in Napoli’s clash with UdineseCredit: EPA
      The since-deleted video enraged Osimhen and his team – so much so the striker decided against taking a pen in their Serie A clash with Udinese on Wednesday.
      The striker – who is on the radar of Manchester United – handed over spot-kick duties to Piotr Zielinski, who made no mistake from 12 yards out to put the Gli Azzurri 1-0 up.
      It wasn’t long, however, before Osimhen’s name was on the scoresheet.
      The 24-year-old doubled Rudi Garcia’s troops’ lead in the 39th minute with a clinical finish inside the 18-yard box.
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      Osimhen’s long-term future at Napoli is well and truly up in the air following Napoli’s controversial TikTok post.
      The Nigerian is contemplating SUING his employers over the shock video.
      His agent, Robert Calenda, wrote on X: “What happened today on Napoli’s official profile on the TikTok platform is not acceptable.
      “A video mocking Victor was first made public and then, but now belatedly, deleted.
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      “A serious fact that causes very serious damage to the player.
      “And adds to the treatment that the boy is suffering in the last period between media trials and fake news.”
      He added: “We reserve the right to take legal action and any useful initiative to protect Victor.”
      Osimhen played an instrumental role in Napoli ending their 33-year wait for Serie A glory last season.
      He bagged an impressive 26 goals and racked up five assists in 32 league matches.
      He’s continued his rich vein of form this campaign, scoring four goals and bagging one assist in seven matches in all competitions.
      Victor Osimhen bagged Napoli’s second of the night with a clinical finishCredit: AP More