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      DAZN host and Wag Diletta Leotta sizzles in tiny bikini as fans call Loris Karius ‘luckiest man in the world’

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      FANS have gone wild as Diletta Leotta sizzled in a tiny bikini during a boat trip.The DAZN host visited Sicily, Italy, on a recent holiday and showed off her figure on social media.Diletta Leotta stunned fans with her latest Instagram postCredit: instagram @dilettaleottaShe wore a tiny pink bikini as she posed on a boatCredit: instagram @dilettaleottaShe shared the snaps for her enormous fanbaseCredit: instagram @dilettaleottaThe pictures were taken during a trip to Sicily, ItalyCredit: instagram @dilettaleottaDiletta, 33, is married to former Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius after falling in love at first sight.The couple enjoyed a whirlwind romance since their meeting in late 2022 and have a daughter called Aria, who was born in August 2023.She has a huge fanbase on social media with 9.2million followers on Instagram.The Italian regularly wows her following with stunning pictures of herself.READ MORE IN SPORTShe has now done it again as the beautiful blonde wore a tiny pink bikini while on a boat.Diletta posted on the ladder above the water for multiple pictures which she has shared on social media.Fans loved the snaps as they flooded the comment section with many saying the same thing.One posted: “Karius is the luckiest man in the world.”Most read in FootballA second wrote: “Gorgeous is an understatement.”A third commented: “You are very beautiful.”Diletta Leotta wows in busty outfit at Fifa Club World Cup draw but fans baffled as Italy icon calls her an ‘immigrant’A fourth said: “Mamma mia what a ray of sunshine.”Another added: “Your body is amazing.”Leotta’s social media fame has been surpassed of late by her broadcasting career – as a Serie A specialist.Meanwhile, husband Karius is rebuilding his reputation at Schalke after poor Premier League spells at Liverpool and Newcastle.The 31-year-old had not played for 371 days before making his debut for the German second-tier club in February.A glimpse inside Diletta’s glamorous life with partner Loris Karius…Diletta Leotta and boyfriend Loris Karius saw in the new year togetherCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dilettaleotta/The footballer brought Diletta a cake to her hospital bed as she gave birth to their first child on her own birthdayCredit: INSTAGRAM / dilettaleottaThe pair posed together in ‘2023’ sunglassesDiletta is one of the Serie A’s best loved presentersCredit: GettyDiletta stunned as she presented the Turin derby on Italian TVCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaThe glamorous TV host put on a leggy display pitchsideCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaAnd boasts 8.9million followersCredit: GettyDiletta gave birth to her first child with Karius in AugustCredit: Instagram / @dilettaleottaDiletta is no stranger to some extravagant outfits on her InstagramCredit: @dilettaleottaDiletta and Karius in MilanCredit: The Mega AgencyThe Italian beauty on holiday with KariusShe has flipped between blonde and brunette looksCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dilettaleotta/She has previously worn an outfit similar to her Tomb Raider lookCredit: @dilettaleottaDiletta with a pared back lookCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaDiletta Leotta is reportedly dating Loris Karius after he visited her in MilanCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaLeotta has 8.6million Instagram followersCredit: GettyShe is a presenter for DaznCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaLeotta burst on to the scene with Sky SportsCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaShe posts regularly updates on Instagram to the delight of her fansCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaDiletta has 8.5million followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaThe Italian works for DAZNCredit: Instagram @dilettaleotta More

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      ‘I was faster than the boys’ – Alisha Lehmann opens up on her football beginnings and ‘moment everything changed’

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      JUVENTUS ace Alisha Lehmann looked back at her football beginnings before reaching fame on the pitch and social media.Lehmann, 26, has been a pro footballer since 2016 and saw her career take off when she started combining her day job with modelling on various platforms, such as Instagram.Alisha Lehmann looked back at her football beginningsLehmann combines her career in football with social media modellingLehmann came a long way until she joined JuventusLehmann started playing football from the age of sixThat earned the forward an audience of 16.4million followers and the nickname of the “world’s sexiest footballer”.The Switzerland international claims she knew she had a calling from the age of six when she played football with boys.The ex-Aston Villa ace even claims that she was “faster than the boys” and that led to her playing for a local club.Everything changed when Young Boys scouted her at the age of 11 as that was when her career officially began.Read More on FootballLehmann recalled her beginnings in football: “When I was six or seven, I joined a club. “As a child, I was very fast, faster than the boys. I started in my village and always wanted to play. “The moment everything changed was when I joined Young Boys: I was 11 or 12 years old. “At that time, we trained with the boys in the mornings and played with the girls on weekends…Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”I had fun, but I didn’t think I could become a real footballer. Women’s football wasn’t like it is today, and I believed that in Switzerland I would earn more with a normal job than as a footballer. “I never thought I would make it; I lived my life.Fans baffled as Mark Goldbridge ‘chats up Alisha Lehmann’ on Baller League live watchalong”I’m a girl, I’m feminine, and I like nails. I’m not a full-back, I don’t have to take throw-ins. “People talk about these things too much; they don’t influence what happens on the pitch in any way. “I’m always criticised for these things. I don’t care what they write.”Scroll down to see more of Alisha’s glam lifeAlisha Lehmann played for Aston VillaCredit: RexLehmann was one of the WSL’s top starsCredit: instagram/alishalehmann7She has amassed a loyal following onlineCredit: instagram/alishalehmann7Lehmann has millions of Instagram supportersCredit: Instagram @alishalehmann7Alisha posed for her 2024 calendarCredit: Instagram @alishalehmann7She regularly posts saucy snapsCredit: Instagram / @alishalehmann7Lehmann is not shy when it comes to the cameraCredit: instagram/alishalehmann7She plays as a forwardCredit: Instagram @alishalehmann7Lehmann likes to travelCredit: instagram/alishalehmann7Fans will be cheering her onCredit: instagram/alishalehmann7Alisha has joined the Prime teamCredit: Instagram / @alishalehmann7Lehmann looks delighted to be partnering KSI and Logan PaulCredit: Instagram / @alishalehmann7Lehmann is the most-followed female footballer in the world.Credit: instagramLehmann was asked if she could send Drake one of her football shirtsCredit: instagram/alishalehmann7She received a surprising request from rapper DrakeCredit: instagramAn A-list celebrity had offered her £90,000 for a night of passionCredit: Instagram @alishalehmann7The footballer is sponsored by PrimeCredit: Instagram / @alishalehmann7She is also a Switzerland internationalCredit: Getty More

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      Jack Grealish splashes £100k to whisk family off to see Rod Stewart in Dortmund as Man City star shows off singing voice

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      JACK Grealish hired a private jet to whisk family and friends to a Rod Stewart gig in an extravagant £100,000 act of love.And the Sailing rocker posed for snaps with the Manchester City star’s loved ones.Jack Grealish had an ‘incredible weekend’ involving Sir Rod StewartCredit: InstagramThe midfielder was there with parents Karen and KevinCredit: InstagramGrealish belted out a tune at the concert in GermanyCredit: InstagramThe kind-hearted £100million winger laid on a luxury plane for the gig in Dortmund on Saturday.He stood at the bottom of the jet’s steps in a blue hoodie and baseball cap welcoming his family, including his parents, onboard.They were met in Germany by a chauffeur-driven minibus and headed to the Westfalenhallen conference arena in style.Grealish, who had been an unused sub for City on Friday night in their 1-0 Prem win over Wolves, was then pictured inside the venue where his group stood arm in arm dancing to the classic hits.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe even showed off his own singing skills by belting out “I Don’t Want To Talk About It” and shared the video online.He beamed for the camera in a white top and denim jacket, showing off his new trimline hair-do.And he even laid on a backstage meet and greet with Rod, who happily posed up with Grealish’s family and friends afterwards.The Three Lions favourite shared a snap of his pal Henry sitting with father of eight Rod, wearing a white shirt and trousers, and wrote: “Bbbbbuzin with the big man’.Most read in FootballRod’s One Last Time worldwide tour is a last chance for fans to see the Da Ya Think I’m Sexy? 80-year-old star in major arenas.Grealish posed with his parents Kevin and Karen and Sir RodCredit: InstagramBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKA source told The Sun: “Jack gave his family and friends the night of their lives. It was a heartfelt gesture which brought them all so much joy.“His parents love Rod Stewart and so Jack planned the trip meticulously – even letting his group meet the great man himself.Ruben Dias and Maya Jama’s romantic debut at Baller League match“It was an experience they’ll all treasure forever. Rod is a huge football fan, and so was only too happy to lay on a VIP experience for Jack and his gang.”Grealish himself called it an “incredible weekend seeing the legend live”.He added on Instagram: “What a lovely guy. It was a pleasure to watch and meet you.”The Sun told last week how Grealish ditched his trademark hairstyle as he showed off a very different look – drawing comparisons to Hollywood heartthrob Orlando Bloom. The England ace subbed out his trademark ‘slicked back undercut’.Last month, the former Aston Villa ace was the victim of an assault when a Manchester United fan slapped him across the face while he was leaving the pitch at Old Trafford following the Manchester derby.He is a doting partner to influencer Sasha Attwood and dad to their four-month old daughter Mila-Rose.We told how Grealish showed off his nifty footwork as he staged a Michael Flatley-style Riverdance jig on a night out in Dubai. He lapped up the sunshine with Sasha and Mila Rose in what was their first foreign holiday together. Read More on The SunThe loved-up couple described her arrival as ‘the most special moment of their lives’. Grealish, linked with a summer transfer away from City, was the toast of the North East earlier in April after walking into a social club and getting a round in.The wideman bought 200 pints for lucky punters at the North Biddick Social Club in Washington.Grealish enjoyed his downtime in DortmundCredit: Instagram More

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      Trent Alexander-Arnold ‘banned from Currys and Popworld’ after quitting Liverpool for Real Madrid in free transfer

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      TRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD has been “banned” from two major venues in Liverpool.It comes after he announced he would be leaving Liverpool when his contract expires at the end of the season.Trent Alexander Arnold announced he is leaving LiverpoolCredit: X @TrentAAPopworld in Liverpool announced he had been ‘barred’ from enteringCredit: GoogleCurrys jumped on the bandwagon to announce he was banned from all Liverpool storesCredit: AlamyAlexander-Arnold is ending a 20-year association with the Reds after breaking through the academy and helping the club win a host of major honours, including two Premier League titles and the Champions League.The 26-year-old called it “easily the hardest decision of my life”, with widespread reports suggesting he will be joining Real Madrid to link up with pal Jude Bellingham.However, in their own announcement, Liverpool FC issued a blunt statement about his exit and clearly indicated that the defender leaving was his own decision rather than one backed by the club.And the controversial decision prompted some disgruntled venues in the city to take extreme measures… with cheeky posts on social media declaring he was banned.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe first of these was entertainment venue, Popworld Liverpool, who simply posted on social media: “Barred @TrentAA.”The official Currys X account then weighed in by sharing a video of a staff member walking up to the window, where a poster with a photo of Alexander-Arnold was visible with the caption: “Banned. Please do not enter.”The electrical goods retailer added the caption: “Banned from all Currys stores in Liverpool.”Reacting on social media, one fan said: “Companies of culture.”Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKA second said: “I rate this.”A third added: “Hahahaha! I’m here for the pettiness!”Trent Alexander-Arnold announces he is leaving Liverpool after 20 years in emotional video LiverpoolAnother said: “Love this.”Reports have indicated Alexander-Arnold told the club and manager Arne Slot he would be leaving in March.Alexander-Arnold’s emotional statement saw him say: “After 20 years at Liverpool Football Club, now is the time for me to confirm that I will be leaving at the end of the season.”This is easily the hardest decision I’ve ever made in my life.”I know many of you have wondered why or been frustrated that I haven’t spoken about this yet, but it was always my intention to keep my full focus on the team’s best interests, which was securing No.20.”This club has been my whole life – my whole world – for 20 years.”From the Academy right through until now, the support and love I have felt from everyone inside and outside of the club will stay with me forever. I will forever be in debt to you all.”But, I have never known anything else and this decision is about experiencing a new challenge, taking myself out of my comfort zone and pushing myself both professionally and personally.”I’ve given my all every single day I’ve been at this club, and I hope you feel like I’ve given back to you during my time here.”From the bottom of my heart, I thank everybody – my coaches, my managers, my teammates, the staff and our incredible supporters – for the last 20 years.”I’ve been blessed enough to live out my dreams here and I will never, ever take for granted the special moments I’ve been fortunate enough to have lived through with you all.”My love for this club will never die.”Read More on The SunShould his expected transfer to Spanish giants Real Madrid happen, he will be only the seventh Englishman to star for the Bernabeu outfit.This includes ex-Liverpool players Steve McManaman and Michael Owen, who like Alexander-Arnold, quit Anfield for Madrid.Trent Alexander-Arnold’s Liverpool exit interviewTRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD spoke to Liverpool’s in-house club media to explain his decision to leave Anfield.Here are the key parts…I think first and foremost, I want to say it’s not an easy decision and there’s a lot of thought and feeling that has gone into it. I’ve been here 20 years now, loved every single minute of it, achieved all my dreams, achieved everything I’ve ever wanted to here. Giving everything day in, day out for 20 years, I’ve got to a point now where I feel like I need a change, a new challenge for me as a player and as a person. And I think now is the right time for me to do that.Obviously there’s been a lot of noise around what the decision was going to be and how that was going to look. I know a lot of people will say I should have said sooner, a lot of people will say maybe I waited for the right time. But I felt personally the focus should always be on the pitch.I’ve got full confidence in the manager and the staff and the club going forward. It’s not about me thinking we’re not going to fight for titles or fight for trophies season in, season out… it was never about not having confidence in that, it just boiled down to what I felt I needed, and that is a change.Growing up, seeing players leave that I’ve loved watching and have helped the team win trophies, you feel a connection to the players that you watch, especially when they bring success to the club as well. So, I completely understand the feelings that go with that and I’ve felt it myself so I completely understand that the news will disappoint a lot of people, will anger people, it will make them upset. Obviously that went into the decision as well – it’s something you don’t want to do, you don’t want to ever have these moments where you feel like you’re letting a lot of people down, you’re disappointing a lot of people. But I’ve had to make a decision for me, it’s as simple as that. It’s a difficult one, it’s one that has played on my mind for a long time but being able now to get it off my chest will feel like a weight is lifted. And I think it’s important for the fans to know where I stand and know what the truth is.I fell in love with the club from a very, very young age and that’s something that has grown and grown day in, day out. This club has given me the opportunities to achieve everything beyond my wildest dreams. I can never repay enough of what’s been given to me and I don’t take it for granted at all. I’ve given everything every single day for 20 years now. I’ve sacrificed everything. I know the news will take a bit of time to set in and people won’t be happy and they’ll be disappointed. At the end of the day, you can be angry and hurt at me but I just hope that the lads, the rest of the team, the staff, everyone else is able to feel how good a season this has been and able to feel the love and support from the fans as they have done all season.There’s no doubt about it, I’ll be back – I’d love one day to be able to bring my kids to Anfield and show them that that’s where I’ve played and show them the videos and highlights of what we were able to achieve together. So just a huge thank you for that, thank you for everything you’ve ever done for me. Thank you for the support, thank you for the love that I’ve always felt, thank you for always having my back. I will always love the club, I will always love the people of the club, I will always love the fans and the supporters. Even though I’m leaving as player, as a fan I’ll always be a Liverpool fan. More

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      ‘I love these fools’ – Chelsea fans react to stars’ wild dressing room celebrations after huge win over Liverpool

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      CHELSEA fans loved seeing the players’ wild dressing celebrations after the win over Liverpool.The Blues stormed to a 3-1 win over the newly-crowned Premier League champions at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.Enzo Fernandez celebrated Chelsea’s win over LiverpoolCredit: SnapchatJadon Sancho was also thrilled in the dressing roomCredit: SnapchatNoni Madueke took centre stage to show off his dance movesCredit: SnapchatEnzo Fernandez fired the hosts into the lead before Jarell Quansah put through his own net.Virgil van Dijk got one back for Liverpool before Cole Palmer put the result to bed with a 96th-minute penalty.The victory for Chelsea is a significant boost to their Champions League qualification hopes.The players were clearly overjoyed with the result as they celebrated in the dressing room.READ MORE ON CHELSEATrevoh Chalobah shared footage of his team-mates celebrating on his Snapchat, captioned “My team”.The video showed Enzo Fernandez shirtless and dancing before Noni Madueke took centre stage.The winger sprang up from his seat to dance in front of the whole squad, who all cheered him on.Fans loved seeing the players in a buoyant mood as they reacted on social media.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSOne posted: “I love these fools.”A second wrote: “Missed these vibes.”Chelsea star Cole Palmer explains how 100 versions of himself would beat one gorillaThe win has boosted Chelsea’s Champions League hopesCredit: GettyCole Palmer ended his 12-game goal drought against the RedsCredit: GettyA third commented: “They finally found their happiness.”A fourth said: “Most likeable Chelsea squad in a long time, full of vibes.”Another added: “Man, I love this squad.”The win puts the Blues fifth in the Premier League, level on points with fourth-placed Newcastle.Enzo Maresca’s squad take on the Magpies on Sunday in what could be a crucial match in the race for the Champions League.Chelsea then finish the season with matches against Manchester United and Nottingham Forest.Join SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Stamford Bridge More

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      Fans say Cole Palmer is ‘too funny’ as Chelsea star explains how 100 Cole Palmers would beat one gorilla

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      COLE PALMER has been hailed as “too funny” after explaining his view on the viral debate over a fight between a gorilla and 100 men.The Chelsea star has weighed in on the question that has dominated social media.Cole Palmer has shared his thoughts on the 100 men vs gorilla debateCredit: https://x.com/CFCBlues_comHe left fans in hysterics with his responseCredit: https://x.com/CFCBlues_comPalmer thinks 100 of him could beat a gorilka in a fightFormer Manchester City star Joe Hart is on the side of the men, believing that teamwork is the key for them to win.Palmer, 22, also believes that if there were 100 versions of himself, then they could come out on top against the great ape.The midfielder was asked the question during a gym session and his response left fans in hysterics.He said: “Ah not this f***ing bulls*** again.READ MORE ON CHELSEA”I am saying yeah, if you had 100 men willing to fight and can actually fight, and the first 20 or 30, then the gorilla is going to do it.”If you have 100 of you [cameraman] the gorilla but not a 100 of me haha.”Nah I am only messing, it depends you know.”JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSFans reacted to his explanation on social media.Most read in FootballOne posted: “Cole Palmer is too funny.”‘S— happens’ – Sky Sports forced to apologise after Cole Palmer swears before slamming trolls in awkward interviewA second wrote: “God man I love him so much.”A third commented: “This boy is too silly. I love him.”A fourth said, “Palmer and the gorilla would end up being best friends, and the gorilla would protect him.”Another added: “I stand with Cole Palmer haha.”It is not the first time Palmer has been asked his opinion on the debate.Ahead of last week’s Europa Conference League clash against Djurgarden, team-mate Tosin Adarabioyo asked him. But he was not impressed as he gave a blunt answer, saying it would be tight.Fans have often been left laughing with the former Man City youth prospect.Many started changing their own technique for making a cup of tea after watching him make one.Palmer broke his scoring drought in Chelsea’s win over Liverpool on Sunday.Read More on The SunThe England international netted from the spot in the 96th minute to wrap up a 3-1 win at Stamford Bridge.It was his first goal in 12 matches, and it took his Premier League tally to 15 this season. More

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      Watch moment topless Championship ace in vicious ‘street brawl’ after ‘pub row’ spills into street

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      HULL City’s captain and his teammate and ex-pro boxer brothers have been involved in a daylight street brawl outside a pub.Footage appears to show the Championship club’s topless skipper Lewie Coyle, 29, being led away from a spat by his brother Rocco, 18, in Hull city centre yesterday evening.Footage shows what appears to be Hull City’s captain Lewie Coyle involved in a spatCredit: SuppliedThe professional footballer was filmed being led by his brother Rocco away from the incidentCredit: SuppliedA man was spotted with blood caked on his face following the scuffleCredit: SuppliedBrothers Lewie Coyle (left) and Rocco both play for Hull CityCredit: X/@HullCityStatsThe Championship team leader also supposedly was with his ex-pro boxer brother at the scene outside the Empress pub at around 8pm.A source, who recorded the incident while travelling home on a bus, said traffic had to come to a halt as the scrap had spilt on to the road.The brawl was spotted just off Alfred Gelder Street and the footage shows at least a dozen people involved.The Hull resident, who asked not to be named, said: “It all happened yesterday at around 8pm in town in Hull in the city centre.”I was just on my way home when I saw lots of people fighting. “At the time I wasn’t aware it was Lewie Coyle – I saw him being pushed by his brother.”The witness said the bus came to a stop as Rocco Coyle guided his brother across the road by putting both hands on his chest. Lewie walked backwards away from the scene to the other side of the road as two women walked with them.Most read in Football”The bus stopped because it was starting in the middle of the street,” the source added.”They were fighting right in the middle of the road so the bus was blocked.Bradford clash SUSPENDED with club seconds from promotion as fans storm pitch BEFORE full-time”This bus and the other side of the road were both blocked.”The source said he didn’t know why the pair were fighting but that there were “lots of people” involved.Once the camera pans back over to where the brawl happened a man can be seen with blood on his face surrounded by other men.The bloody bust-up reportedly happened after bank holiday drinks at the nearby boozer.Later it emerged that the fight started in a pub when the Coyles were in a bust-up with Norland Sharks rugby league ace James Sizer.CCTV shows the fight breaking out in the pub before spilling out onto the street. Pals said James was hospitalised in the incident, with a huge gash on his forehead.He was kept on a ward overnight, required multiple stitches to his wound, and had a CT scan to make sure there was no lasting brain damageA source told the Sun: “The CCTV that has been released in the pub is only a fraction of what went on. “Fans will be shocked when they see everything that happened. “Suddenly the whole pub seemed to be brawling. “It was like something out of the Wild West.”Hull City have acknowledged the video and said they are looking into the matter.The club released a statement today saying: “Hull City is aware of a video currently circulating on social media and has launched an investigation into the matter.”The club will refrain from making further comment until the investigation has been concluded.”BBC Humberside Sport shared the statement with the caption: “We’ve received this statement from Hull City after a video emerged on social media last night which appears to show club captain, Lewie Coyle and brother Rocco, who also plays for the club, involved in an incident in Hull city centre.”Hull City drew 1 – 1 with Portsmouth at Fratton Park on Saturday, securing their survival on the last day of the Championship.After the match, Lewie confessed that it’s been a “difficult year” but he’s proud of his team and grateful for the support that was showed to them on the final day.He admitted to ITV: “”It’s been a difficult year for us this year.”We’ve been at the other end of the table, which is not where we want to be. We’ve suffered a lot this year, at times. “A lot of it is down to our own doing. We have to take responsibility as players, we’ve not been good enough at times.”I know exactly what that means to everyone inside that dressing room, and I couldn’t be more proud of the lads. Read More on The Sun”When our backs were against the wall and the chips were down, I found out a lot about me and my teammates, and it’s made me very proud.”The Sun has reached out to Hull City and Humberside Police for comment.Who is Lewie Coyle?Lewie Coyle, 29, is a professional footballer who plays as a right-back and currently captains Hull City in the English Championship. Born in Kingston upon Hull on October 15, 1995, Coyle began his career at Leeds United before gaining first-team experience during loan spells at Fleetwood Town. His younger brother, Rocco Coyle, 18, is following in his footsteps as a promising midfielder in Hull City’s academy, having recently signed his first professional contract.Lewie currently plays as a right-back and currently captains Hull CityCredit: Getty More

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      F1 superfan Amanda Borges da Silva found dead at Tokyo hotel after horror blaze just hours before her flight home

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      A FORMULA 1 fan was found dead at her hotel in Tokyo – tragically just hours before she was due to fly back home.Amanda Borges da Silva, 30, who had travelled from Brazil to Japan to watch the Grand Prix was found dead after a fire was extinguished at the building.Amanda Borges da Silva was travelling to Japan to watch the Grand PrixCredit: NewsflashShe was tragically found dead in her hotelA man has been arrested in connection with the fire in Amanda’s buildingHer friends paid tribute to the Formula One fanCredit: NewsflashHer friend James Fernandes told Brazilian media that she was about to fly back from Japan to Brazil on Thursday.He said: “She was located near Narita airport in Tokyo, it was in the early hours of yesterday morning. Her flight was on Thursday. She had been out of Brazil since March.”Amanda, a researcher and avid Formula One fan, had travelled to Japan to watch the GP on April 6 – won by Max Verstappen.Japanese media reported that she had been in a building that had caught fire and that authorities have arrested a Sri Lankan man who is thought to have left the premises without extinguishing the fire.Read more on F1The cause of her death remains unclear.Amanda reportedly lived in Sao Paulo and had a Bachelor’s degree in literature, along with a Master’s degree in linguistics.She shared her love for Formula One with her followers on social media. Following news of her death, one of her followers wrote: “Thank you for all the reels, memes and all the chats, especially those about Formula One, that we talked about. Most read in Motorsport”I promise to never forget you, my dear friend. Watch over us from wherever you are.”Her family have reportedly asked the Brazilian authorities for assistance in repatriating her body.It comes after Max Verstappen became the first driver in history to win four straight races at Suzuka.The Red Bull superstar beat McLaren pair Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, who finished second and third, respectively.Meanwhile, at the Formula One Miami Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton has refused to apologise to his Ferrari bosses after his heated outburst on the team radio.The 40-year-old lost his cool after being told to hold position behind Charles Leclerc despite running on the quicker medium compound tyre as he wanted to catch Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli.He blasted down the team radio to engineer Riccardo Adami: “You want me to sit here the whole race?” with Adami then replying: “I’ll come back to you. Wanna keep the DRS to Charles.”Hamilton added: “This is not good team work, that’s all I’m going to say…”In China I got out of the way when you were on a different strategy… Have a tea break while you’re at it! Come on.”It is unclear if she died of smoke inhalation or was burned to deathCredit: NewsflashAmanda would often share her love of F1 with her social media followersCredit: NewsflashHer death is being investigatedCredit: Newsflash More