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      Prince William sends jubilant message to Aston Villa as club seal Champions League spot and ‘can’t wait for next season’

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      PRINCE WILLIAM hailed Aston Villa’s new highness – as his message hailing his heroes’ historic Champions League qualification went viral.The first in line to the throne “can’t wait for next season” after Villa were ensured the Premier League’s fourth and final spot at Europe’s top table.Big fan Prince William will see Villa in the Champions LeagueCredit: ReutersWe are Champions League! A historic season and an amazing achievement. Thanks to Unai, the whole squad and everyone at @AVFCOfficial. Can’t wait for next season. #UTV! W https://t.co/u2px5yLqkR— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) May 14, 2024

      The Prince must be looking forward to big European nightsCredit: RexHis favourite club will be in the continent’s top cup competition for the first time since 1982-83 – when they entered what was then called the European Cup as defending champions.The Prince went straight on social media to share his joy at Villa’s royal ascent – after Manchester City’s 2-0 defeat of Tottenham meant fifth-place Spurs can’t catch his team.Via his official account with the Princess of Wales, he posted: “We are Champions League! A historic season and an amazing achievement. Thanks to Unai, the whole squad and everyone at @AVFCOfficial. Can’t wait for next season. #UTV! W”Villa players leapt and danced with joy in a video of Unai Emery’s men watching on a large screen at their end-of-season awards-do as City won.READ MORE TOP STORIESDefender Lucas Digne’s crazy revelling impressed viewers, while keeper Emi Martinez was on hand to shower his team-mates with champagne.However, Ollie Watkins looked less happy – with some observers mischievously speculating that was because he’s an Arsenal fan who had just seen City virtually seal a fourth successive title.Nonetheless, individual plaudits at Villa this season have focused on that same striker – as well as boss Emery’s awesome 19-month reign.Watkins’ red-hot form means the Englishman could even have hopes of a Euro 2024 starting place, let alone just a squad spot.Most read in Champions LeagueMan City’s Erling Haaland tucked home a penalty to finish off Spurs and ensure Villa earned a Champions League spot via fourth place in the PremCredit: ReutersBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMeanwhile, there have been widespread calls for ex-Arsenal chief Emery to be named manager of the year.Soon after completing the double over the Gunners, Villa roared back for a 3-3 home draw with Liverpool on Monday, thanks to sub Jhon Duran striking twice in the closing minutes.Forgotten five-time Champions League winner, 32, wins 19th MOTM award in just 28 games after stunning career revival And after Erling Haaland’s two goals downed Spurs 24 hours later, Prince William’s regal rejoicing spread the joy.But despite his jubilant post on X, he was quickly corrected on his language by one royal jester.That fan suggested the Prince should be chanting: “One is Champions League! I say one is Champions League!”But as Pep Guardiola’s men look certain to clinch yet another crown ahead of Arsenal on Sunday’s final day, one fed-up supporter asked William to have a word in the right ear.He wrote: “Can you tell your Dad to relegate City? Please and thank you.”King Charles might be too diplomatic for that – but on the other hand he no longer has much skin in the game now that his favourite team, Burnley, have been relegated.Supporters on social media were thrilled to see Prince William’s contribution to Villa’s joy.READ MORE SUN STORIESOne said: “Imagine having the future King of England as one of your fans. You can’t beat that.”Another asked: “Any room for me and my lad in your royal box next season, couldn’t get him a ticket all season.”Lucas Digne revelled at Villa’s end- of-season awardsCredit: https://twitter.com/AVFCOfficial More

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      Aston Villa stars and Wags go wild as Emi Martinez soaks team in champagne after Haaland goal secures Champions League

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      ERLING HAALAND sparked raucous joy amongst Aston Villa players and Wags as he booked them an historic Champions League spot.The striker’s double sunk Tottenham to put Manchester City on the brink of a fourth straight Prem title and ensure fourth place for the Villans.Lucas Digne was particularly ecstatic amid Villa’s joyCredit: https://twitter.com/AVFCOfficialKeeper Emi Martinez got the champagne outCredit: https://twitter.com/AVFCOfficialBoss Unai Emery shared the joy at the awards nightCredit: https://twitter.com/AVFCOfficialVilla players like Pau Torres went crazyCredit: https://twitter.com/AVFCOfficialHere’s the moment that left Villa stars roaring as Man City forward Erling Haaland finishes off Spurs from the penalty spotCredit: ReutersVilla keeper Emi Martinez led the wild scenes at the club’s end of season awards, soaking his fellow stars in champagne after they leapt from their seats to scream in celebration.But it was defender Lucas Digne who appeared the most ecstatic – dancing and yelling in font of the camera.Boss Unai Emery raised his arms in delight – knowing for sure now his squad will finish below only City, Arsenal and Liverpool.There was even royal rejoicing – via an official message from the Prince and Princess of Wales’ social media account.READ MORE TOP STORIESVilla-mad Prince William was behind it as the club’s post confirming qualification for the Champions League earned a regal re-tweeting.William and wife Kate wrote: “We are Champions League! A historic season and an amazing achievement. Thanks to Unai, the whole squad and everyone at @AVFCOfficial. Can’t wait for next season. #UTV! W”The players were watching City’s clash at Spurs on a large screen – in electric scenes shared by Villa on social media.The room hushed as Haaland lined up a stoppage-time penalty at 1-0 up.Most read in Champions LeagueWe are Champions League! A historic season and an amazing achievement. Thanks to Unai, the whole squad and everyone at @AVFCOfficial. Can’t wait for next season. #UTV! W https://t.co/u2px5yLqkR— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) May 14, 2024

      Haaland was the big-screen hero for VillaHaaland’s match-winning double at Spurs delighted Villa playersCredit: GettyCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd when the Norwegian thumped his spot-kick into the top corner to guarantee’s City’s victory, he became a Villa thriller – as the large indoor gathering 100 miles away exploded into ecstasy.Amid the back-slapping and whoops of excitement, fans noted the first reaction of many guests was to take pictures of others celebrating!Watch Gary Neville’s brilliant reaction to Aston Villa equaliser against Liverpool on live TV as fans beg ‘meme that'”Some party in here tonight!” posted one viewer.”Wild celebrations of people filming each other,” wrote another.A third observed: “Absolute scenes as everyone films everyone else. “Others put the achievement of reaching Europe’s top club tournament into spectacular context.Villa have never before qualified for the Champions League – and were last in its predecessor, the European Cup, as long ago as 1982-83, the season after they won that competition.The club only returned to the Premier League in 2018, via the play-offs, following two terms out.One fan said: “From Championship to Europe’s elite within 5 years. It’s been quite a journey.”READ MORE SUN STORIESIt was also not lost on many fans that Emery and Martinez are ex-Gunners.So this message in particular might be painful to Arsenal fans: “Unai Emery and Emi Martinez stopped Arsenal winning a title by taking 6 points off them? Sounds like karma to me.”Emery was at the centre of emotional scenesCredit: https://twitter.com/AVFCOfficialMartinez found it tough to take inCredit: https://twitter.com/AVFCOfficial”They were playing for the consequences of the result” 🗣Pep Guardiola on Ortega and his side’s response in the second-half 🙌 pic.twitter.com/hlSsJfgKUx— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) May 14, 2024 More

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      Arsenal youngster announces he’s quitting club after 13 years in emotional message about ‘growing from a boy to a man’

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      ARSENAL academy stalwart Kido Taylor-Hart has confirmed he is leaving the club.The 21-year-old forward has been with the Gunners for 13 years.Kido Taylor-Hart joined Arsenal as a seven-year-oldCredit: GettyThe forward is a boyhood Gunners fanCredit: Kido Taylor-Hart instagramBut he has decided to look for first-team opportunities elsewhere.Taylor-Hart wrote an emotional social media post after ending his association with Arsenal.He posted a picture of himself wearing an Gunners top as a kid with the message: “First I’d like to thank all the staff, coaches, fans and players at arsenal that have shown me love and helped me in my 13 years at this Amazing Club I appreciate it more than I can explain.“The club has quite literally seen me grow up and go from a boy to a man.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“Saying that it’s time to move on and I’m excited for what the future of my career holds.”Taylor-Hart is currently on loan with National League Bromley, who recently secured promotion to League Two.He joined the Gunners aged seven and was a highly-rated prospect.But despite opportunities training with the first-team he has not kicked on and will look to rebuild at a lower level.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe England youth international is a trickster with bags of potential and regular football could unlock it and see him climb the pyramid.With a goal and assist in nine National League appearances, Bromley may offer him a deal after reaching the Football League.Former Arsenal legend confirms he will QUIT AC Milan in summer and join Hollywood star Will Ferrell’s clubHis former club are embroiled in a thrilling title race with Manchester City.The down-to-the-wire battle raises the interesting prospect of Tottenham fans hoping their team LOSE to Manchester City tonight.City are one point behind leaders Arsenal with a game in hand and can fire themselves into pole position with a victory over the Gunners’ North London rivals.Meet the Arsenal Wags from Strictly star to a flight attendant
      Tomali Benson – partner of Bukayo Saka
      Benson and Saka have kept information on their relationship largely quiet.
      They do not appear on each others Instagram pages but she was seen speaking to Saka at the 2022 World Cup.
      Helene Spilling – partner of Martin Odegaard
      A professional dancer from Norway who rose to fame in the country’s version of Strictly Come Dancing, the pair were first spotted together at the Football Awards in March 2023.
      Sophie Weber – partner of Kai Havertz
      Weber works as a model and social media influencer and is the most high profile member of the group on online with almost 400,000 followers on Instagram.
      They are childhood sweethearts having grown up in the same neighbourhood.
      Milly White – partner of Ben White
      The couple got engaged in 2022 before tying the knot officially in May last year. They have matching “I love you tattoos” on their wrists. Milly White works as a model.
      Laura Trossard Hilven – partner of Leandro Trossard
      The pair met in 2014 before getting married in 2019.
      They have two sons together, Thiago and Amadeo.
      Lauren Fryer – partner of Declan Rice
      Lauren Fryer and Declan Rice have been together since 2015. She tends to keep a lower profile compared to some of Arsenal’s other Wags but is no less stunning.
      She sadly deleted all pictures on her Instagram after suffering horrific abuse by vile trolls.
      Georgina Ramsdale – partner of Aaron Ramsdale
      Georgina Ramsdale works as a flight attendant.
      The couple got married last June after the Arsenal star proposed in 2022. They originally met in 2019. More

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      Real Madrid star and fellow Brazilian ace in bizarre WAG SWAP as couples flaunt new love on Instagram

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      REAL Madrid star Eder Militao and fellow Brazilian footballer Leonardo Pereira have done a couple swap.Pereira, who plays for top-flight Serie A side Flamengo, has spent the last few months flaunting his love for Karoline Lima who used to date Militao and has a child with him.Leonardo Pereira is now dating Karoline LimaCredit: Instagram @karolinelLima used to be the partner of Eder MilitaoCredit: Instagram / @karolinelBut Lima found love again with PereiraCredit: Instagram @karolinelMilitao is now dating Pereira’s ex Taina CastroCredit: Instagram @edermilitaoBut the Spain-based centre back has now gone public with his relationship with Pereira’s ex Taina Castro.The 26-year-old wrote: “My perfect couple” against a video he posted on his Instagram Live showing him playing Teqball, a fast-growing sport that combines football with table tennis with the gorgeous Brazilian against friends.Taina and Leonardo Pereira split in July last year but the footballer only confirmed his marriage was over in October, denying rumours he had been unfaithful and saying his break-up with the mother of his two children was by “mutual consent.”He is said to have met Karoline during a work commitment after being seen in the company of a Brazilian model.READ MORE ON SPORTThe couple have wasted no time showing off their passion for each on social media since they reportedly shared their first kiss last December.In March, they posted a selfie photo showing them locking lips and tongues before Pereira, who is also a central defender and has played for Brazil at U17 and U20 level, hoisted his new woman up in the air in a skimpy bikini by the beach in Brazil.Shortly after the footballer posted a picture of model and influencer Karoline sharing a cup success with him on the pitch and wrote: “Another one my love. We’re still invincible. It’s the beginning of a wonderful story that we’re going to build together. Thank you for everything, I love you.”Brazilian international Militao has been more discreet despite rumours beginning about his close friendship with Pereira’s ex since the Christmas holidays and recent social media posts showing Taina in Madrid for his mum’s birthday.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe footballer’s ‘perfect couple’ post on Instagram Live has been seen in their native Brazil as the confirmation they are dating.There is no suggestion any of the four are unhappy about the current situation.Meet Jude Bellingham’s glam new WagArgentinian Mauro Icardi propelled himself into the spotlight with his soap-opera style fallout over Wanda Nara with former friend and ex-Sampdoria teammate Maxi Lopez.Wanda divorced Lopez, her first husband and father of three of her five children, after accusing him of cheating on her.She married Icardi, now playing for Galatasaray, in May 2014 shortly after the divorce from Lopez was finalised.The love triangle between the two players and pretty WAG Nara was exposed in November 2013 when it was revealed Icardi had made moves on his former friend’s wife as their marriage fell apart.Lopez refused to shake his ex-pal’s hand when they met on the field in an April 2014 Serie A match between Sampdoria and Inter, leading the press to dub the game the ‘Wanda derby.’Things between them soured even more in June 2015 when Icardi tweeted a new arm tattoo of the three children Wanda had with Maxi Lopez with the message: “I love these three little angels.”Who are these famous footballers? More

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      Wanda Nara risks Instagram ban as Mauro Icardi’s Wag goes completely topless for outrageous snap

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      MAURO ICARDI’S wife and agent Wanda Nara took social media by storm once more with another topless snap.Wanda, 37, has built an enormous fanbase on Instagram with over 17million followers and has treated them to plenty of raunchy pics.Mauro Icardi’s WAG Wanda Nara took social media by storm with a topless snapCredit: https://www.instagram.com/wanda_nara/This comes after Wanda issued a raunchy snap with a wardrobe malfunctionCredit: instagram @wanda_naraWanda announced she is joining an OnlyFans-style platformCredit: instagram @wanda_naraWanda’s followers will be joining her in her new platformThis time the Argentine model posed with nothing but a pair of jeans and left very little to imagination.Wanda issued the following caption: “Sunday put the phone on airplane mode.”This comes after Icardi’s wife announced she is joining an OnlyFans-type website called Divasplay, which is is a subscription platform for content creators.She made the announcement while wearing a Divasplay tank top that led to a wardrobe malfunction.Read More on FootballWanda announced: “I want to announce my contract signing to be the Image of Divas Play Worldwide!!!”The team that travels to Europe to be able to make it happen is amazing.”From today you’ll be able to find me at @divasplayok. “Very strong productions are coming! See you guys over there.”Most read in FootballMeet the ten Wags ready to stun at Euro 2024Wanda and Galatasaray star Icardi have been married for 11 turbulent years.The Argentinean beauty claimed she had split with the centre-forward two years ago.However, the controversial couple appear to have sorted their differences.Check out more of Wanda Nara below…  Wanda and Mauro Icardi regularly pose for pictures togetherCredit: INSTAGRAM Wanda is both the wife and agent of IcardiCredit: Instagram @wanda_nara She has accumulated a huge following on social mediaCredit: Instagram @wanda_nara Wanda often shares pictures of her stunning physiqueCredit: Instagram She has posed in lingerie and bikinis in the pastCredit: Instagram @wanda_nara More

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      World’s sexiest ref Claudia Romani shows off her bum in stunning bikini as fans call her ‘amazingly sexy’

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      CLAUDIA ROMANI left little to the imagination as she stunned fans with her latest bikini snaps.Romani – who is a fully certified referee – is no stranger to wowing her legion of followers with racy photos on social media.Claudia Romani is the ‘World’s Sexiest Referee’ who regularly flaunts her taut figureCredit: SPLASHThe 42-year-old recently shared more seductive snaps with her 1.3million Instagram followersCredit: INSTAGRAM@CLAUDIA_ROMANIThe Italian-American is supremely confident about her figureCredit: INSTAGRAM@CLAUDIA_ROMANIRomani treated her fans to a cheeky snap of her backsideCredit: INSTAGRAM@CLAUDIA_ROMANIBut she sent them into a real tizzy with her latest series of saucy snaps.The 42-year-old shared a string of pulse-racing photos of herself in various seductive poses on Instagram on Saturday evening.Romani flaunted her backside – which was barely covered by her thong bikini bottoms – in three of the snaps.Her bikini bra was covered by a black and white chequered top, which she perhaps wore to remind her followers of her refereeing credentials.READ MORE ON CLAUDIA ROMANIRomani’s accompanying caption for the post, which included three love-heart emojis, read: “More from last weekend.”Hordes of the Italian-American’s fans were quick to comment, with one writing: “Beautiful, spectacular.”Another said: “In splendid form.”And another said: “Amazing.”Most read in FootballClaudia Romani is no stranger to a risque oufitCredit: INSTAGRAM@CLAUDIA_ROMANIThe former ref is often found at the beachCredit: INSTAGRAM@CLAUDIA_ROMANIOne remarked: “Amazingly sexy.”Another chimed in: “I love the view.”Stunning Italian referee Claudia Romani set pulses racing yet again after she bared all for Playboy ItalyOne of Romani’s blown-away followers simply commented: “Fabulous.”Romani’s content – which she also shares on OnlyFans – has helped her amass over 1.3MILLION followers on Instagram.She’s modelled for numerous magazines over the years, including Cosmopolitan, GQ and Playboy.Romani no longer works as a ref in Italy and spends her time living in Miami.She ditched the gig after she was publicly criticised for openly supporting Serie A giants AC Milan.Claud Romani is a fully qualified refereeCredit: SPLASHShe quit refereeing after receiving criticism for her public support of AC MilanCredit: SPLASH More

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      Misfits Boxing 14 descends into chaos as chairs are thrown and mass brawl erupts in crowd

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      CHAOS struck the latest Misfits Boxing event as a mass brawl broke out in the crowd. The influencer boxing promotion – which is part-owned by YouTube sensation KSI – touched down in London on Saturday night for its latest card. Misfits Boxing 14 descended into chaos as a mass brawl kicked off in the crowdCredit: TIKTOK@MOEBATISTAChairs were thrown by the louts involved in the disgusting scenesCredit: TIKTOK@MOEBATISTAThere were thrills, spills and stoppages galore inside the ring.But there were plenty outside it as a major brawl broke out between paying punters. Fans in attendance at The Troxy looked on in dismay as the louts involved in the mass melee traded blows.And they were even more taken aback when chairs started being thrown. READ MORE ON MISFITSFootage of the incident spread like wildfire on social media, prompting a slew of comments from fans of the controversial promotion. One wrote on X: “More entertaining than the actual fights.”Another said: “This is so wrong.”And another said: “Embarrassing.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSPaying punters looked on in horror as the brawl edged towards themCredit: TIKTOK@MOEBATISTASecurity eventually managed to calm things downCredit: TIKTOK@MOEBATISTAOne remarked: “All that for a bunch of ‘influencers’ who can’t box.”Another chimed in: “Silly events attract silly people.”KSI reacts to Misfits Boxing 13 being EVACUATED mid-fight over ‘swatting’ inciden One stunned viewer said: “Homie came in with the chair.”Security, thankfully, managed to separate the parties involved in the disgusting scenes.Saturday’s brawl isn’t the first to have taken place at a Misfits event.Numerous shows have been marred by scuffles, including the weigh-in for Saturday’s fights.Misfits 14 was headlined by a bout between social media sensation Salt Papi and former MMA fighter Amadeusz Ferrari.Papi – real name Nathaniel Bustamante – won the five-rounder via third-round TKO.Salt Papi won the Misfits 14 main event via third-round TKOCredit: DAZNMisfits Boxing 14 ResultsSalt Papi def. Amadeusz Ferrari via TKO – Round 3, 3:00)Jully Poca def. 6ar6ie6 via unanimous decision (50-45, 50-46, 50-45)King Kenny def. Adam Brooks via TKO – Round 2, 2:29Mist def. Ryan Taylor via TKO – Round 1, 2:32 READ MORE SUN STORIESArgentinian King def. Pully Arif via unanimous decision (49-46, 50-46, 49-46)Tempo Arts def. Ben Knights via TKO – Round 5, 2:20 More

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      Cops closing in on racist online troll who targeted Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka

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      COPS are close to catching an online troll who racially abused footie ace Bukayo Saka, sources say.X/Twitter took four weeks to finally suspend the culprit’s account on Friday.The net is closing in on an online troll who racially abused Bukayo SakaCredit: GettyCops are investigating a photoshopped image and comment about the Arsenal and England winger.The Met has brought in specialist UK Football Policing Unit detectives to trace the racist and sources revealed they are “closing in”. Anti-racism campaigners had blasted the social media giant for still allowing the message to be displayed after we first reported it last month.Sunder Katwala, director of equality think tank British Future, said: “That it took a month to remove such blatant racism — even when reported in The Sun on Sunday — shows just how hit and miss the current systems are.”READ MORE BUKAYO SAKAThe vile taunt came after Saka, 22, had appealed for a late penalty in Arsenal’s Champions League defeat to Bayern Munich — with some accusing him of trying to con the ref.The troll continued to spew race hate towards Saka and other black players for more than a month.X/Twitter was approached for comment.Raging Bukayo Saka pushed away from referee after Arsenal are denied last-minute penalty against Bayern Munich More