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    German Cup clash suspended by ultras as club post incredible picture and say ‘you can see why’

    A GERMAN Cup quarter-final was halted after an incredible wall of smoke from ultras left the pitch INVISIBLE from the stands.Koln posted a photo of the extreme scene from their tie at Bayer Leverkusen and added: “The game has just been interrupted. You can see why.”This post from Koln’s media team made the situation clearLeverkusen’s Edmond Tapsoba prepared for the tie in bizarre conditionsCredit: GettyThe situation was already murky when Leverkusen warmed upCredit: GettyThe match went on to end just as dramatically because Leverkusen fought back from 2-0 down to win 3-2 after extra time.But the bizarre problems at the start will remain just as bright – or dim – in the memory.Players warmed up in ominous conditions – with a blanket of smoke already descending across the pitch.And after just 13 minutes of action referee Frank Willenborg bowed to the inevitable by suspending play.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe smoke was so thick by then that many spectators could not even see the pitch.One fan said: “Everything is shrouded in thick fog” – which looked an understatement. And another observer blamed pyrotechnics from offending supporters as he blasted their “totally stupid” behaviour. A third supporter reckoned the game “should be cancelled” due to the offenders. Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSPlay eventually resumed – with Damion Downs then slotting the opener for Koln TEN MINUTES into the 11 minutes of first-half stoppage time.That left the visitors dreaming of a major upset.Angry Premier League flop says ‘I’ll probably get biggest fine in Bundesliga history’ as he swears in live TV interviewKoln are two points clear of Hamburg in the German second tier.But Leverkusen are behind only Bayern Munich in the top tier, having won the Bundesliga for the first time ever last season.So when Linton Main doubled Koln’s lead early in the second period a noticeable shock looked on.This time USA Under-23 striker Downs was the supplier following a swift counter-attack.But Patrik Schick halved Leverkusen’s deficit from an acute angle just past the hour mark.And Jeremie Frimpong teed up Schick six minutes into time added on to take the tie into an extra half-hour.READ MORE SUN STORIESVictor Boniface then fired Leverkusen’s winner. But even after that Koln frontman Imad Rondic hit a 110th-minute equaliser that VAR ruled out. More

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    Duncan Ferguson gets public apology from non-league club after he’s caught on camera throwing cup of tea away

    A NON-LEAGUE club has apologised to Duncan Ferguson after he was spotted throwing away a bad brew from the stadium canteen.Cymru Premier side Flint Town United caught the former Everton star quite literally ‘spilling the tea’ during a recent match at the Essity Stadium.Duncan Ferguson was caught on camera trying a cup of tea from Flint Town UnitedCredit: X @FlintTownFCThe Scot didn’t seem to like it and quickly poured it onto the floorCredit: X @FlintTownFCDuring the game, a camera zoomed in on Ferguson just as he was taking a sip of the beverage.The Scot pulled a face before looking back down at his cup.He then looked around before flinging his entire drink on the floor and walking away.The video was shared on social media by Flint Town with a comment that read: “We would like to apologise to Big Dunc, and hope his next brew at the Essity Stadium is far more enjoyable!”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLA canteen assistant from the club was then quick to write: “As a level 1 catering assistant in said canteen I like to make the following statement: 1) We use Tetley tea bags. 2) The individual is in charge of making his own brew. 3) Our prices are the best in the town.”Big Dunc come back for a famous Keith burger next time.”Football fans loved the social media exchange, with one person writing: “That is absolutely fantastic 🤣.”Another commented: “This is amazing!”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSWhile a third joked: “He should’ve gone with the Bovril instead!”Ferguson retired from professional football in 2006 following a six-year spell with Everton.Ex-Rangers star Duncan Ferguson spotted shovelling snow off Inverness pitch as he leads ‘army’ of helpers-The 53-year-old has since been placed in charge of the Toffees twice on an interim basis.He last took charge of Inverness Caledonian Thistle in 2024.Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club. More

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    Glam footballer Alisha Lehmann poses in racy lingerie as she lands deal with major underwear brand

    ALISHA LEHMANN took social media by storm in a racy lingerie photoshoot.Lehmann, 26, teamed up with major underwear brand Tezenis and shared pics of her shoot on Instagram.Alisha Lehmann took social media by stormCredit: Instagram @tezenisofficialLehmann posed in raunchy underwearCredit: Instagram @tezenisofficialLehmann shared the photos across social mediaCredit: Instagram @tezenisofficialLehmann’s photos received over 500,000 likes on InstagramCredit: Instagram @tezenisofficialThe forward posed in a black lace ensemble ahead of Valentine’s Day and the snaps received over 500,000 likes.Lehmann posted the following caption: “My first Valentine’s Day with @tezenisofficial.”The Switzerland international’s photos left her 16.7million followers in awe as they stormed the comments’ section.One fan commented: “Looking good.”Read More on FootballAnother posted: “You are wonderful.”A third wrote: “Always happy to see you.”This fan said: “Beautiful.”And that one gushed: “OMG.”Most read in FootballLehmann has been in a relationship with ex-Aston Villa star Douglas Luiz.The couple both left Villa for Juventus in the summer, making history as the first ever boyfriend and girlfriend transfer.Glam footballer Alisha Lehmann looks stunning as she shows off skills in a bikini leaving fans ‘jealous of Douglas Luiz’Luiz, 26, switched the Midlands for Turin in a £50million deal and reportedly signed a contract worth about £100,000-a-week.Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club.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 16.7million 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 now plays for JuventusCredit: Instagram @alishalehmann7Lehmann likes to travelCredit: instagram/alishalehmann7Fans cheer her on across the worldCredit: 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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    Tyson Fury casts further doubt on Anthony Joshua fight – but Frank Warren reveals what will tempt him out of retirement

    TYSON FURY has cast even more doubt over a showdown with Anthony Joshua coming to fruition.The Gypsy King seemingly put the final nail in the coffin of the long-overdue domestic dust-up last month by announcing his fifth retirement.Tyson Fury announced his fifth retirement from boxing last monthCredit: GETTYFury’s latest hanging up of the gloves has seemingly KO’d a fight with Anthony JoshuaCredit: REUTERSFury has revealed he’s ‘happy’ with his retirementCredit: INSTAGRAM@PARISFURY1Boxing fans and pundits alike aren’t buying what the Wythenshawe warrior is selling and reckon he’s hung up his gloves again to bump up his payday for the AJ fight.But he recently told promoter Frank Warren that he’s “happy” with his current life after boxing.The Queensberry Promotions chief revealed on The Ariel & Ade Show: “Can he walk away from the sport? He says he has.”And at this moment in time, he said to me, he’s really in a good place and that he’s very happy.READ MORE BOXING NEWS”And that, for me, is important that he is happy and that he’s in a good place. “He’s been one of the best two heavyweights of the 21st century.”And I just want him now to enjoy his family and his life. He had a hard year last year.”Three training camps one after another, one fight got cancelled because he got the cut eye.Most read in BoxingJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSView of The Sun’s boxing expert: ‘I think it’s a ploy’By Wally Downes JrCALL ME a miserable fat little boxing cynic, but Tyson Fury’s latest retirement just doesn’t wash with me.It wasn’t too long ago we were hearing he had a ten-fight deal with Saudi Arabia, that he was gonna fight Anthony Joshua twice, then he was going to face Joseph Parker twice.He was planning on doing every fight in the world – there was even talk he’d rematch Francis Ngannou and do a better job.IF he has retired, then he goes out with an incredible career having made over £300million in boxing events alone, let alone all the extra stuff.He does so having sacrificed bundles of his own life for such success.We know his wife Paris suffered a miscarriage going into the first Olesandr Usyk fight.We know for Deontay Wilder III, his little girl was put in intensive care, he barely even trained for that fight, he was sleeping on the hospital floor.IF he has retired, IF it is genuine, then it’s been an incredible career.And for the big showman, it’s probably a nice little short sharp way to go out by just posting a video while sat inside his car.But I can’t help but think that it’s a bit of a ploy to drive AJ a little bit crazy.AJ was at the Ring Awards the other day and put out a social media post saying “Fury, where are you? I’m looking for you.”It’s the only fight that AJ wants, and Fury being wise and looking at the Floyd Mayweather playbook, knows that once you retire, you have to be coaxed out of retirement.And how do you coax someone out of retirement? Loads more readies.The fact of the matter is, Fury has always told us: I’m a prize fighter, I do it for money, I’m gonna do it for as long as I can and make as much money as I can.So the idea that he suddenly ducks out now doesn’t seem to ring quite true.As Fury made the announcement, I was with Frank Warren and he said hadn’t spoken to Tyson about it today, but that he hopes that it’s true, that Fury’s done enough and made enough money.IF it’s true, then what an incredible career.Fury and AJ have put British boxing on the map where it’s not been for decades, not since Lennox Lewis 25 years ago.So thank you, but rather than being at his leaving party, which I’m sure The Sun would be invited to, I suspect we’ll see him boxing AJ in Riyadh in a few months. “He needs now to go enjoy his life and enjoy being with his family, which is what he’s doing.”As much as he wants Fury to enjoy the fruits of his brutal labour, Warren wouldn’t be surprised if the former heavyweight king’s competitive spirit gets the better of him.Amir Khan echos the nation in plead to Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua… and he speaks from experienceHe said: “I’ve not bothered him and I’ve certainly not spoken to him about fighting again.”And if he does, that’s got to be his choice. He’s a very, very wealthy guy, he’s made a serious amount of money.”He doesn’t need, financially, to fight. If he does fight, it’s because he’s got a fighting heart.”Obviously he’ll get well paid if he does fight. But he’s got a fighting heart.”Fury’s retirement came on the back of consecutive losses to former undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk.Tyson Fury hung up his gloves following back-to-back defeats to Oleksandr UsykCredit: GETTYPromoter Frank Warren reckons the Gypsy King could be tempted to return to the ringCredit: PAIn a video on his social media pages, he said: “Hey everybody, I am going to make it short and sweet. “I would like to announce my retirement from boxing.”It has been a blast and I have loved every single minute of it.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’m going to end with this – Dick Turpin wore a mask.”God bless everybody and see you on the other side.”Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club. More

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    ‘World’s most beautiful footballer’ abruptly walks out on Braga after revealing she ‘hates football’ in tearful video

    ANA MARIA MARKOVIC has walked out on Braga after just half a season.Markovic, 25, has often been dubbed by some as the “world’s most beautiful footballer”.Ana Maria Markovic has left BragaCredit: InstagramHer contract was mutually terminatedCredit: Instagram @anamxrkovicShe only joined the club in the summerCredit: Instagram @anamxrkovicShe is often hailed as the world’s most beautiful footballerCredit: Instagram @anamxrkovicShe has 3.1million followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram / @anamxrkovicLast month she made the shock admission that she “hates football” in a tearful video.She posted the clip as she said goodbye to her boyfriend and footballer Tomas Ribeiro, who signed for Farense.The stunning blonde has now made a change for herself after leaving Braga.She has insisted that she has been able to “develop” as a player before mutually agreeing to terminate her contractREAD MORE ON FOOTBALLTaking to social media, Markovic shared her statement on Instagram along witha pictures of her time at the club.She wrote: “Sometimes things don’t go as planned.”After just half a season, I decided to leave SC Braga.”It was a short but intense journey with ups and downs, but one in which I was able to grow and develop a lot as a footballer.Most read in Football”The best part? Definitely my teammates.”Thank you for your support, team spirit, and all the great moments on and off the pitch – you are amazing!”A big thank you to the club for their professionalism throughout my time here and to the fans, for the support.’World’s most beautiful footballer’ Ana Maria Markovic drives fans wild as she stuns in see-through outfit”The journey continues and I’m excited for what’s next!”Braga released their own statement to confirming her exit from the club.It read: “SC Braga informs that the Club and Ana Maria Marković have terminated, by mutual agreement, the contract that united the two parties.”The Croatian international played four games for the Gverreiras do Minho in her debut season in Portuguese football.”SC Braga thanks you for all the dedication, commitment and professionalism with which you have always represented the club and wishes you all the best in your professional and personal future.”Markovic hails from CroatiaCredit: InstagramShe used to play for GrasshoppersCredit: Twitter / @ana_markovic7The 25-year-old regularly posts stunning snapsShe recently stated that she ‘hates’ football sometimesCredit: Instagram @anamxrkovic More

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    Bizarre moment Enzo Fernandez gives fan his SHORTS after Chelsea clash… as thrilled supporter SNIFFS them on live TV

    A CHELSEA fan was caught SNIFFING Enzo Fernandez’s shorts live on Sky Sports.The bizarre moment happened after the Blues came from behind to beat the West Ham 2-1 at Stamford Bridge.Chelsea star Enzo Fernandez gave his shorts to a fan after the win over West HamCredit: GettyThe Chelsea fan appeared to bring Fernandez’s shorts towards his faceCredit: X @SkySportsPLPedro Neto cancelled out Jarrod Bowen’s opener before Aaron Wan-Bissaka deflected Cole Palmer’s cross into his own net to hand Chelsea a much-needed three points.But it was skipper Fernandez who was in hot demand after the final whistle.As is customary, many Chelsea stars took off their shirts to give to fans in the crowd.That seemingly didn’t work for Fernandez, who played the full 90 minutes, plus stoppage time, for Enzo Maresca’s side, as he whipped off his sweaty SHORTS instead.Read More on ChelseaFernandez, 24, failed to make it over the advertising hoardings with his first throw.But soon the cameras picks up a beaming supporter proudly holding onto the unexpected piece of kit.As Sky pundits Jamie Carragher and Gianfranco Zola, as well as host Dave Jones, watched on in the studio he then lifted the shorts towards his face.And to Carragher’s disgust, seemed to take a quick whiff.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSA shocked Carragher quickly said: “Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa.”While Jones added: “Get them straight in the washing machine, on a hot wash.”Chelsea vs West Ham: Player Ratings BreakdownHe then asked Zola: “Did you ever throw your shorts away to the crown, Gianfranco?”Zola, unsurprisingly, replied: “No.”Gobsmacked fans couldn’t help but comment on social media either.One user tweeted: “Yea keep the video out of my location.”Another commented: “That’s some serious fan dedication! Enzo really knows how to make a memory.”A third wrote: “Short.. Are you serious?”READ MORE SUN STORIESThis fan said: “This is generosity.”And that one gasped: “What d f***!” More

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    Mathys Tel makes dramatic Tottenham U-turn as he jets into London to seal transfer from Bayern Munich

    MATHYS TEL has made a dramatic U-turn after agreeing to join Tottenham on loan, reports say.Tel and his agent Gadiri Camara shared pictures of them travelling to London in a private jet today on deadline day.Mathys Tel has made a dramatic Tottenham U-turn as he travels to LondonCredit: RexTel was dressed to the nines on a private plane ahead of his shock last-minute moveHis agent Gadiri Camara posted snaps from a private jet on Instagram this morningTel will join Spurs until the end of the season, according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano.It is a straight loan deal, with NO option to buy in the forward’s short-term clause, meaning he will return to Germany in the summer.The structure of the deal is still being negotiated but Bayern have accepted Tel’s decision to try his luck in the Premier League.Agent Camara posted snaps of him and Tel looking suited and booted in a luxury private plane on Instagram hours before the close of the window at 11pm tonight.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSIt comes just days after Tel snubbed the chance to switch to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.The 19-year-old allegedly turned the North London club down, with Manchester United and Arsenal both interested at the time.Spurs had been negotiating with the French teenager after reportedly agreeing a £50million deal with Bayern.And chairman Daniel Levy even jetted to Germany to help try to seal a deal before Tel refused it.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBut now the teenager has seemingly gone back on his decision to reject Tottenham and will join Ange Postecoglou’s side.They are expected to cover his full salary until the deal expires in June.Inside making of Spurs whiz Bergvall who outshone Kulusevski and Gyokeres as kid Tel has been a fringe player at Bayern this season, playing only 344 minutes across their Bundesliga and Champions League campaigns.He is yet to score this term, but at 19 remains a thrilling talent.He scored nine goals and provided six assists across the Bundesliga and Europe last season – and mostly as a substitute. Bayern paid roughly £23m to land him from French side Rennes at the age of only 17 in 2022.Once confirmed, Tel will be Spurs’ fourth signing of the January window.His addition would come as a huge boost to boss Postecoglou, who has been calling for “help” to his frontline all transfer window.Kevin Danso was signed from RC Lens on Sunday on an initial loan with an obligation to buy for £20m in the summer.And 18-year-old Korean star Yang min-hyeok came during the first days of the window.Before young goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky was thrown straight into the starting XI after signing for £13.3m from Slavia Prague.Tel might jump start into Prem duties too, with Tottenham currently suffering from a horrific injury crisis.Spurs have NINE first-team players sidelined through injury, including Radu Dragusin and defenders Cristian Romero and Destiny Udogie.Keeper Guglielmo Vicario, Wilson Odobert, Timo Werner, Brennan Johnson, Dominic Solanke and James Maddison are also out.Postecoglou’s men sit 14th in the Prem, after winning just eight of their 24 games this season.READ MORE SUN STORIESSpurs had hoped to bring in Randal Kolo Muani from Paris Saint-Germain, but the France international joined Juventus instead.They currently have £65million striker Solanke sidelined and not expected back for another couple of weeks due to a knee injury. More

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    Fans in hysterics at Kasper Schmeichel’s ‘excellent use of the backstroke’ as Morgan Rogers scores hat-trick for Villa

    CELTIC goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel went viral after the Champions League clash with Aston Villa following a hilarious stunt.Villa punched their ticket straight into the last 16 after beating the Hoops 4-2 at Villa Park on Wednesday and finishing eighth in the league phase.Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel came up with a creative attempt to stop Aston VillaCredit: https://x.com/footballontntSchmeichel did the backstroke as he tried to deny Morgan Rogers a hat-trickCredit: https://x.com/footballontntSchmeichel’s unorthodox attempts were in vain as Celtic lost to VillaCredit: RexRogers sent Villa straight into the Champions League’s last 16Credit: GettyThat was thanks to Morgan Rogers’ hat-trick, which he completed during stoppage time.Dane Murray got careless in Celtic’s backline and was dispossessed by Ollie Watkins who burst into the visitors’ box.That was when Schmeichel, 38, was called into action as he lunged towards Watkins.The England international, though, managed to dribble past the ex-Leicester ace.Read More on FootballThe Danish star tried to follow up and came up with a very creative method.The Celtic keeper actually started crawling on his back leaving fans in hysterics due to its resemblance to the backstroke.One fan tweeted: “Incredible use of the backstroke by Kasper Schmeichel here.”Another wrote: “Nice move, definitely impressive.”Most read in Champions LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSA third posted: “That’s mint.”A fourth said: “Can anyone clip Schmeichel doing the back stroke?”Shock moment Aston Villa & Celtic fans clash before Champions League showdown as FLARE launched towards home supportersAnd a further comment read: “Kasper the backstroke pro.”Schmeichel’s unorthodox method proved to be fruitless as Watkins set Villa team-mate Rogers up to score his third goal in the first minute of stoppage time.Who faces who in the Champions League?Here’s a look at the ties across the competition…Teams who finished from ninth to 24th in the Champions League league phase will play off to decide who reaches the last-16. PLAYOFF ROUNDAtalanta vs Sporting Lisbon or Club BruggeBorussia Dortmund vs Sporting Lisbon or Club BruggeReal Madrid vs Celtic or Man CityBayern Munich vs Celtic or Man CityAC Milan vs Feyenoord or JuventusPSV vs Feyenoord or JuventusPSG vs AS Monaco or BrestBenfica vs AS Monaco or BrestWinners of playoff ties will then face the teams who finished in the top eight of the league phase in the last-16…LAST 16Liverpool vs PSG/Benfica/AS Monaco/BrestBarcelona vs PSG/Benfica/AS Monaco/BrestArsenal vs AC Milan/PSV Eindhoven/Feyenoord/JuventusInter Milan vs AC Milan/PSV Eindhoven/Feyenoord/JuventusAtletico Madrid vs Real Madrid/Bayern Munich/Celtic/Man CityBayer Leverkusen vs Real Madrid/Bayern Munich/Celtic/Man CityLille vs Atalanta/Borussia Dortmund/Sporting Lisbon/Club BruggeAston Villa vs Atalanta/Borussia Dortmund/Sporting Lisbon/Club Brugge More