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      Rangers hero Nacho Novo launches shock new career as a BOXER as exact date of first fight revealed and tickets on sale

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      RANGERS Uefa Cup hero Nacho Novo is used to playing in front of packed crowds.Now he’ll do the same – in the BOXING RING.Nacho Novo’s career has taken a twistHe’s a Rangers hero after scoring in FlorenceCredit: Andrew Barr – The Sun GlasgowSocial media star Caz Milligan will be in the red cornerThe former footballer will step between the ropes at the OVO Hydro for a bout against social media star Caz Milligan in August.Tickets are already on sale for the fight priced £47 each.The Gers striker’s post-Ibrox career has taken various twists since he left the Gers.He scored the winning penalty to send Rangers to Manchester and the 2008 Uefa Cup Final.But after hitting 71 goals in 255 appearances, Novo moved on to Sporting Gijon in his native Spain and had spells in Poland, Northern Ireland, USA and back in Scotland with Morton.He also opened a bar in Paisley Road west and became a coach with Lexinton SC in Kentucky.In 2018 he suffered a suspected heart attack while playing for Rangers veterans in a tournament in germany.He also revealed he’d suffered a stroke months after his health scare.Most read in FootballHe’ll come up against social media star Caz Milligan – who boasts more than 113,000 followers on TikTok.He has a background in boxing – much like social media star turned fighting brothers Jake and Logan Paul.Ex-Rangers star Nacho Novo in TikTok fail as son Javi punches him in the privates Milligan used his platform to promote the fight and squared up to Novo outside his old stomping ground at Ibrox as tickets went on sale this morning.Briefs begin at £47 rising up to £250 including fees for the fight.Milligan said: “Twenty years ago Novo was my highest goalscorer on FIFA.Novo said: “Twenty years ago I used to score goals for Rangers. Now I’m fighting my biggest fan.”What I have been passed through, I’ve had lots of probelms in my life – health problems. “Whatever happens in life you can push through yourself and try to do whatever you want to do.”I’m excited for this event and hope everybody can come and support me and enjoy.”Milligan went on: “We’ve put together the most insane card with Caz Milligan v Nacho Novo as the main event.”I’m doing this for the kids who want to dream.READ MORE SUN STORIESI used to be a kid with Novo number 10 printed on my back. Now I’m going to have the referee counting to ten with Nacho Novo on his back.”Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page More

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      Watch former Chelsea star N’Golo Kante reduce fans to tears with incredibly humble arrival to France’s Euro 2024 camp

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      FANS have been left in tears after seeing N’Golo Kante arrive for France’s Euro 2024 training camp.The Premier League legend was called up by coach Didier Deschamps after his two-year absence from the team.N’Golo Kante arrived at Clairefontaine for France’s training campCredit: XHe was his usual, happy self as he was picturedCredit: ReutersKante, 33, arrived at Clairefontaine in his casual clothes in a Les Blues-styled car.The midfielder was seen smiling as he exited the car and shut the door behind himself.A video of the former Chelsea and Leicester City ace went viral on social media.Fans loved seeing Kante smiling as they made their comments.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLOne posted: “Still love him so much man, few better feelings than Kante robbing players of the ball. He did it so elegantly.”A second commented: “I’m smiling from ear to ear watching him smile again, I miss this dude.”A third wrote: “You just can’t hate him.”A fourth said: “I miss him.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnother added: “I love him so much, he makes me want to cry.”Kante is currently playing his football in Saudi Arabia with Al-Ittihad.Young stars set to shine at Euro 2024He has multiple high-profile team-mates in the squad such as Karim Benzema, Jota, Fabinho and Luiz Felipe.Kante will get the chance to add to his 53 caps, which include two goals.The ex-Caen star will also look to complete the trifecta after already winning the 2018 World Cup and the 2021 Nations League title.Kante has also won every available silverware on the club level, starting with Leicester’s sensational Premier League triumph in 2016.The France international was among the players that led the Foxes to the greatest underdog story in football history.Kante then moved to Chelsea the same summer and went on to lift another Prem title in 2017.The midfielder also won the FA Cup in 2018, the Europa League in 2019 and the Champions League in 2021.France’s Euro 2024 squad
      Here’s who France boss Didier Deschamps called up for this summer’s Euro 2024
      Goalkeepers: Alphonse Areola (West Ham), Mike Maignan (AC Milan), Brice Samba (Lens)
      Defenders: Jonathan Clauss (Marseille), Theo Hernandez (AC Milan), Ibrahima Konate (Liverpool), Jules Kounde (Barcelona), Ferland Mendy (Real Madrid), Benjamin Pavard (Inter Milan), William Saliba (Arsenal), Dayot Upamecano (Bayern Munich)
      Midfielders: Eduardo Camavinga (Real Madrid), Youssouf Fofana (Monaco), Antoine Griezmann (Atletico Madrid), N’Golo Kante (Al-Ittihad), Adrien Rabiot (Juventus), Aurelien Tchouaméni (Real Madrid), Warren Zaïre-Emery (Paris Saint-Germain)
      Forwards: Bradley Barcola (Paris Saint-Germain), Kingsley Coman (Bayern Munich), Ousmane Dembele (Paris Saint-Germain), Olivier Giroud (AC Milan), Randal Kolo Muani (Paris Saint-Germain), Kylian Mbappe (Paris Saint-Germain), Marcus Thuram (Inter Milan) More

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      World’s sexiest tennis star ‘sings Lewis Hamilton a sad pop song’ as she stuns in elegant outfit after F1 Monaco GP

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      MARIA SHARAPOVA stunned in an elegant outfit while she “sang a sad pop song” with Lewis Hamilton.The world’s sexiest tennis ace and the F1 star were pictured together speaking on a panel at the Monaco GP.Maria Sharapova joked that she had been pictured ‘singing Lewis Hamilton a sad pop song’Credit: https://www.instagram.com/mariasharapova/Sharapova was in Monaco for the iconic Grand PrixCredit: https://www.instagram.com/mariasharapova/She was dubbed the world’s sexiest tennis player throughout her careerCredit: https://www.instagram.com/mariasharapova/Sharapova, 37, shared the picture on her Instagram account along with a few more snaps of her trip.In the pictures she was wearing an stunning red dress made by Stella McCartney.On the snap of the two of them together, she joked that it looked like they were signing a “sad pop song”.She captioned the post: “A few more from Monaco…🏁READ MORE F1 NEWS”Just singing a sad pop song with Lewis Hamilton.”And a hot red @stellamccartney number.”Sharapova is a huge F1 fan and has been a long-time friend of the future Ferrari driver.Her 4.6million followers loved the snaps as they flooded the comment section.Most read in MotorsportOne posted: “Gorgeous in red.”A second commented: “Meeting of the GOATs of their respective sports.”Lewis Hamilton grimaces as he ‘eats a dog biscuit’ in NFL schedule release video for team F1 star part ownsA third wrote: “So much talent in this picture!”A fourth said: “Queen. I would love to hear you sing, though.”Another added: “Maria is definitely singing a Kylie Minogue ballad to Lewis.”The 37-year-old retired in 2020 after claiming over £30million in career prize money.She had even been dubbed the “world’s sexiest tennis star” during her career.Sharapova has since regularly shown off her bold outfit choices on social media to the delight of her 4.6million Instagram followers.READ MORE SUN STORIESShe wowed fans earlier this month with a “fairy tale” dress at the Met Gala in New York.Meanwhile, Sharapova also rocked another bold outfit on a recent awards show red carpet as she turned heads at the event.Sharapova is a big F1 fanCredit: SplashAnd she loves to spend time on the catwalkCredit: RexShe has built up a huge online followingCredit: SplashThe tennis star has 4.6million followers on InstagramCredit: Rex🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁  More

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      Man Utd ace Marcus Rashford to come off social media as he hands parting dig to fans who criticised him

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      MARCUS Rashford has announced that he will be taking a break from social media for a “few weeks” after a challenging season.The Manchester United forward revealed his decision tonight on a post on X, formerly Twitter.Marcus Rashford has announced he will be taking a break from social mediaCredit: RexRashford helped the Red Devils win the FA Cup just days agoCredit: GettyRashford made the announcement on TwitterCredit: TwitterThe Premier League ace reminded critics that United “always stick together”.He wrote: “It’s time to come off Socials for a few weeks. “I plan to rest and reset mentally after a challenging season individually and collectively. “Thanks to the fans that stood by me through a difficult period. Read More in Football”To the ones that didn’t just remember at United, we always stick together.”Fans were quick to comment after the star revealed he was coming off social media.One said: “Marcus Rashford will come back stronger!”Another wrote: “Best thing for him tbh, get his head down and work harder than ever.”Most read in FootballRashford started the FA Cup final after missing a few games through injury in what was his first start since the semi-final victory over Coventry on April 21.And the Red Devils star played a massive role for his club in a magnificent 2-1 victory over Manchester City at Wembley on Saturday.Marcus Rashford should be scoring up to 35 goals a year but ‘needs support’ says Man Utd boss Erik ten HagWith United leading 1-0, Rashford pinged a brilliant ball out to Alejandro Garnacho, who picked out Bruno Fernandes to tee up Kobbie Mainoo for the second.Mainoo’s goal stunned the Premier League champions before the break with the Red Devils fully deserving to be in front.Jeremy Doku scored a late goal to give City a lifeline but United held on to win Ten Hag a trophy in what could be his final game in charge.As the final whistle rang, Rashford was seen breaking down in tears after a disappointing season ended with silverware.Captain Bruno Fernandes also broke down whilst discussing Erik ten Hag’s future at full-time.Following the win, players and staff celebrated in the dressing room, with footage showing the post-match scenes.In a video shared to the club’s official Instagram, Marcus Rashford can be seen smiling and jumping up and down.He also joined team-mate Lisandro Martinez in song to the delight of supporters.The local lad has been linked with an exit this summer but there have been plenty of calls for him to stay.Paris Saint-Germain have previously held interest in the United academy graduate.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe forward has been omitted from Gareth Southgate’s provisional 33-man Euro 2024 squad.It will give him time to rest and reset ahead of Manchester United’s next campaign. More

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      British boxing legend, 37, touted for comeback with huge KSI fight as YouTube star reveals talks

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      AMIR KHAN is being lined up for a return to boxing with the potential of a huge fight against KSI. The British boxing legend retired after his final 2022 defeat to bitter rival Kell Brook. Amir Khan is being lined up for a return to boxingCredit: ReutersKSI could be a future fight for KhanCredit: GettyBut Khan actually failed a drug test – taken on the night of the grudge bout – for a banned substance ostarine. He served a two-year suspension in retirement and his argument of not knowingly taking the prohibited substance was accepted. Khan, 37, has kept the door open to a comeback after being linked with a fight in Saudi Arabia against Manny Pacquiao, 45. But now the world of crossover boxing looks to be calling for the 2004 Olympic silver medallist. READ MORE IN BOXINGAs YouTuber-turned boxer Slim Albaher revealed Misfits Boxing – home to celebrity-style bouts – offered him a fight with Khan. He posted online: “I was offered Amir Khan. One of the best fighters to lace up the gloves from the UK. “They really doing Anything they can to keep me away from KSI.” Albaher was told the winner between him and Khan would be guaranteed a fight with KSI, who the social media star continues to call out. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut he claimed the offer of Khan – a former world champion – was a clear effort to try and prevent him from ever facing KSI. Albaher is 7-0 as a boxer with five knockouts, most recently stopping TikToker Salt Papi in October. The Sun’s Wally Downes Jr and Chisanga Malata discuss the rise of influencer boxing and Mike Tyson’s bout with Jake PaulLater that night, KSI was beaten for the first time in the ring, losing a controversial decision against Tyson Fury’s 25-year-old brother Tommy. KSI , 30, has not returned since but confirmed after time out of the sport that he will come back this year. YouTuber Slim Albaher said he was offered a fight with KhanCredit: GettyKSI pictured with Khan back in 2014Credit: @amirkingkhan More

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      Fans say ‘Ten Hag has got his aura back’ amid claims Man City were leaked FAKE Man Utd FA Cup final line-up

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans went into meltdown amid claims their FA Cup final line-up was leaked.But in a twist worthy of a Wembley showpiece the team that was doing the rounds proved to be incorrect.Has Erik ten Hag pulled off an FA Cup final trick?Credit: GettyMarcus Rashford will play from the startCredit: ReutersNow, some fans are even saying the leak was a ploy orchestrated by Erik ten Hag to confuse Manchester City.Team news being revealed ahead of time has been a problem for United this season.So fans were fuming when it was suggested Rasmus Hojlund, who started the last two matches on the bench, would play ahead of Marcus Rashford.It was also claimed that Sofyan Amrabat got the nod over Casemiro.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSUnited influencer Mark Goldbridge claimed to have seen the XI YESTERDAY.He wrote: “Leaking the team the night before is a bit week tbh (to be honest).”Yes players are leaking it but doesn’t mean journalists have to. “Many of us know the leaked one since yesterday lunchtime but understand it’s a cup final ffs.”Most read in FA CupCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut United’s official team announcement featured Rashford and Amrabat – meaning the leaks were either false or a deliberate red herring.One fan tweeted: “Ten Hag got his Aura back.”Who could be Man Utd’s next manager after Ten Hag?Another added: “Did ten hag fake a lineup???”A third posted: “Ten Hag putting out one last pump fake before he goes out.”Casemiro was meant to be on the bench today but was replaced by Willy Kambwala in a dramatic late twist.United face an uphill task this afternoon against the Premier League champions.But it is unlikely that veteran boss Pep Guardiola will be knocked out of stride by a social media line-up.And Ten Hag is expected to lose his job even if he wins this afternoon. More

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      Monaco Grand Prix narrowly avoids catastrophe after devastating F2 near miss leaves Oliver Bearman stunned

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      OLIVER BEARMAN was left stunned after catastrophe was narrowly avoided at the Monaco GP.F2 star Ritomo Miyata, 19, was driving through the famous tunnel on the track when he was almost smashed into.Ritomo Miyata was almost smashed into by Isack HadjarCredit: X@SkySportsF1Oliver Bearman was shocked at Hadjar’s reactionsCredit: X@SkySportsF1Miyata had slowed down due to a flashing white light telling him that there was a safety car.Isack Hadjar, 19, was driving at speed when he entered the tunnel in his car.The French-Algerian driver, however, displayed some incredible quick reactions to steer away from the Japanese star.Hadjar avoided driving into the back of the Toyota Gazoo Racing car and continued down the tunnel.READ MORE F1 NEWSCameras caught Ferrari Driver Academy ace Bearman’s reaction to the moment.The 19-year-old was visibly shocked as he exhaled heavily.Fans were also shocked after seeing the moment on social media as they commented.One posted: “That could’ve been really bad.”Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA second wrote: “That could have been catastrophic! Credit to the driver’s reactions to avoid it.”A third commented: “My heart skipped a few beats.”Greatest F1 track on Earth’ created featuring iconic parts from Silverstone, Spa and SuzukaA fourth said: “That is something else, skills.”Another added: “That would have ended the Monaco GP permanently if they had connected there.”The F1 Monaco GP will take place on Sunday as Max Verstappen will be aiming for back-to-back wins.The Belgian-Dutch driver won last time out at Imola in Italy.🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁  More

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      I make hundreds of thousands on OnlyFans but now I want to become a world champion after boxing changed my life

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      ELLE BROOKE has made fortunes from her OnlyFans career – but now she is seeking something money can’t buy.The adult film star has been living the life of a professional fighter for the past two years after signing for Misfits Boxing. Elle Brooke wants to become a champion in boxingCredit: GettyThat is despite raking it in as an OnlyFans starCredit: TwitterBrooke has been boxing for two yearsCredit: Instagram / @thedumbledongBrooke has been known to make up to £60,000-a-MONTH through her racy online content. But her pursuit of boxing success is actually costing her financially after forking out for top coaches and training camps. Probed on her earning potential outside the ring, Brooke told SunSport: “Oh my God, hundreds of thousands! “It’s a lot of money, I don’t even want to say how much because you’re going to be like, ‘No way.’READ MORE ON ELLE BROOKE”And my boxing career hasn’t made me a lot of money. I pay a lot in coaches and training – and a lot of people don’t believe that.”For my first Misfits fight I got paid $10,000 which sounds like a lot but once you get your kit, paid my team, all the percentages, I was at a loss.”For my KingPyn fight that went bust I literally lost for free.”Brooke was waking up to thousands in her bank before beginning boxing in 2022. Most read in BoxingNow she is trained by top coach Mark Tibbs, who puts her through gruelling and exhausting sessions But why continue with so much fame and fortune already? Elle Brooke’s 10 most liked Instagram postsBrooke answered: “If something’s easy then it’s not really worth having anyway.”And OnlyFans is quite quick money whereas at least when I die or I’m on my death bed I can at least say I can say I did this and I tried my hardest at it.”It gives me something to be really proud of. Not that I’m not proud of OnlyFans but boxing is earned. “There’s two people in the ring and only one of them wins. OnlyFans it’s a lot easier to be successful on.”Brooke, 26, has ditched drug and booze benders for straight and narrow boxing camps and credits the sport for changing her life. She said: “In terms of lifestyle, mentality, the friendships I have I’m just surrounded by likewise people who all want to do well.”I’ve quit drinking on the weekends, going out, I’m more focused, I’m at home. I’m more grounded into a routine that I love.”Brooke has been touted to go all the way in the sport by her esteemed coach Tibbs and ex-champion mentor Ebanie Bridges. She revealed: “Mark has so much trust in me, he’s like, ‘You could be world champion one day.’ He says stuff like that all the time. And I would love that.Brooke has been backed to win a boxing titleCredit: Instagram / @thedumbledongShe currently fights for Misfits BoxingCredit: GettyEx-world champ Ebanie Bridges with BrookeCredit: Getty”And having Ebanie as my number one role model when I started boxing always showed me that I could do that.”She had a little bit of combat sports experience but she stated when she was 30, I started when I was 24 so I already have a six year jump ahead of her and look what she’s achieved.”So it’s doable and being around that, especially when you’re brand new makes you realise your dreams aren’t always so far away.””I think I could. I think I have everything you need to become a world champion. “I might not be the most technical boxer in the world but I’m strong, I’m powerful and I’m tough.”And that beats the technical boxers if you really want it.”Before Brooke can dream of world title glory, she returns this weekend in Texas against former UFC star and fellow OnlyFans earner Paige VanZant. VanZant – who went 8-5 in the UFC – began training in martial arts as a teenager – a far cry for Brooke’s early years. She said: “I think through our teenage years she would’ve been in the gym training and I would’ve been getting drunk in a park bench every weekend.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I was partying every weekend till I was 23. Very different. But I followed her on Instagram and I was familiar with her name but not necessarily her fighting.”She was a fighter-turned-OF star, so that’s why I originally followed her, not from her fighting background.”Brooke facing off with Paige VanZantCredit: @MisfitsBoxing More