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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

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    Watch Kylian Mbappe ‘fall in love in three seconds’ as he is caught out ogling glamorous influencer

    KYLIAN MBAPPE is seemingly enjoying himself ahead of his Paris Saint-Germain departure.The France international’s seven-year love affair with PSG is set to come to an end at the end of the month.Kylian Mbappe was recently spotted partying at the Majestic Hotel in CannesCredit: GETTYThe Frenchman was living it up with his soon-to-be former PSG team-mate Ousmane DembeleCredit: XThe striker ended up being blown away by a mystery womanCredit: XThe woman has reportedly been identified as an influencer called LeaCredit: Instagram @leatsa__Mbappe’s next move is currently unclear, although he seemingly isn’t thinking about where he’ll be playing his club football come August.Despite PSG still having to play the Coupe de France final, the 25-year-old is seemingly already in party mode.The prolific striker was spotted last weekend enjoying himself at The Majestic Hotel in Cannes with his soon-to-be former team-mate Ousmane Dembele.Not for the first time, Mbappe was surrounded by pricey bottles of booze and beautiful people – one of whom blew him away.READ MORE ON MBAPPEFootage of the former Monaco man being left in awe by a mystery woman went viral and was, unsurprisingly, turned into a meme.Social media went into a frenzy trying to find out the identity of the lady who drew such a stare from the ice-cold striker.And their wish was seemingly granted by one of her pals, who commented on one of the viral videos with her Instagram handle.They wrote: “@leatsa I think Kyck (Kylian) has his eye on you.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSLea boasted a mere 10,000 Instagram followers by she was outed as the woman Mbappe was staring atCredit: INSTAGRAM@LEATSA_The brunette beauty now has over 65,000 followersCredit: INSTAGRAM@LEATSA_Lea seemingly lives a glamorous life and travels the worldCredit: INSTAGRAM@LEATSA_The handle was for a stunning influencer and model simply known as Lea, who appeared to look exactly like the woman Mbappe was drawn to.Prior to her being tagged in the post, Lea had just over 10,000 Instagram followers.Kylian Mbappe finally announces PSG exit and hints at Real Madrid transfer to link up with Jude Bellingham and CoBut her account has well and truly exploded, with the brunette beauty now boasting 65,000 followers.Lea’s account only has 17 posts, although it’s clear she lives a life many are envious of.The majority of her posts are snaps of herself in luxurious locations, including Cannes, Miami and Monaco.And they’ve been inundated with comments from Mbappe fans, one of whom wrote: “What do you want from Kylian?”And another said: “Leave our boy alone.”And another said: “What do you want from Mbappe?”One remarked: “I hope he DMs you.”Another chimed in: “Pack your bags, you’re going to live in Madrid soon.”READ MORE SUN STORIESLea has yet to confirm she is the woman who caused Mbappe – as one social media put it – to “fall in love in three seconds.”Perhaps she’s remained quiet as she likes to keep a low profile, although, she’ll struggle to do that now with all her new followers.Lea has yet to confirm or deny if she’s the woman Mbappe was staring atCredit: INSTAGRAM@LEATSA_But that hasn’t stopped thousands of Mbappe fans from commenting on her postsCredit: INSTAGRAM@LEATSA_ More

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    I won biggest game of my club’s 148-year history at Wembley – 48 hours later I’m back at my humble day job

    A NON-LEAGUE star has returned to his day job despite helping Romford win their first national cup competition.Romford trounced Great Wakering Rovers 3-0 on Saturday at Wembley to lift the FA Vase.Lee Hursit helped Romford to the FA Vase trophyThe cup victory has gone down as one of the greatest moments in the ninth-tier club’s 148-year history.After a goalless first half, Romford sprung to life as Hassan Nalbant broke the deadlock.Sam Deering doubled the lead in the 54th minute before Nalbant bagged his brace to seal the result.But unlike the eventual winners of the world’s biggest tournaments, the players afterwards returned to their day jobs.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThis is down to many of them being part-time footballers One such player was Lee Hursit, 27, who made a late appearance as a substitute in the match.He posted on social media that he would be back “cutting lawns”.He posted: “Back to cutting lawns today I guess.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFans were quick to spot the comment on social media as they hailed his modesty.One commented: “The life of a non-league footballer hahahaha, it keeps you honest and hard working.”Where the Soccer Saturday stars are nowA second said: “It still seems so unreal it’s like it didn’t really happen to me mad.”Hursit had been a regular for “Boro” throughout the season having made 43 appearances, scoring once.The midfielder was once of Hashtag United and had even scored a goal at Manchester United’s Old Trafford in a match against Tango Squad FC.It was not the only notable goal during his time at the club, as he also scored from halfway in 2021.Who are these famous footballers? More

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    Apollonia Llewellyn suffers wardrobe malfunction in see-through top with lewd two-word caption as she shows off new look

    APOLLONIA LLEWELLYN took social media by storm once more as she showed off her latest look – and plans to become a mum.This time Apollonia posed with a pair of cut-off jean shorts and a T-shirt that read “Future MILF”.Apollonia Llewellyn left nothing to imagination with another raunchy postCredit: instagram @apolloniallewellynApollonia accompanied her social media post with a lewd T-shirtCredit: instagram @apolloniallewellynThe boxing ring card girl, who risked exposing more than she planned with her daring shorts, accompanied the post with the following caption on Instagram: “What the top says, one day.”She also revealed her new purple hair in the cheeky shoot.The social media model’s 581,000 followers were left in awe as they rushed to the comments’ section.One fan posted: “Wow.”Read More on BoxingAnother commented: “Agreed.”A third said: “You look cute&sweet.”Another wrote: “You are so beautiful.”And a fifth added: “Such perfection.”Most read in BoxingApollonia regularly shares glamorous and racy snaps on social media.She made a name for herself as a model and ring girl, appearing at Misfits Boxing events in the past.Apollonia Llewellyn stuns in busty post as fans call her ‘goddess angel’ Fans were treated with some racy pics from her recent trip to Santorini.The boxing beauty got oiled up and straddled a quad bike in the Greek island.Inside Apollonia’s glamorous life as ring girl and model …Apollonia burst out of this tiny silver bikini as she drank her ‘morning juice’Credit: INSTAGRAMConor McGregor was among 8,000 fans who enjoyed this see-through lacy outfitCredit: INSTAGRAMThousands of Apollonia’s fans enjoyed the view on the ring girl’s holiday to New YorkCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia braved the snow in the Lake DistrictCredit: InstagramApollonia really enjoyed this bowl of pasta on her summer holiday to SantoriniCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia invited fans to ‘sit and stare’ at this picture, and thousands took her up on the invitationCredit: INSTAGRAMFans were worried Apollonia’s top had shrunk in the wash as she enjoyed this hearty breakfastCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia’s followers were in awe of the stunner’s new hairdo as she wowed in a tiny yellow bikiniCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia sent a cheeky message to her fans as she posed in this glamorous see-through numberCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia told fans ‘no caption needed’ as she squeezed into this skin-tight see-through playsuitCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia revealed he ‘idea of happiness’ is being ‘wind swept on the beach’ with this busty snapCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia left very little to the imagination as she ‘brightened fans’ Mondays’ in a skimpy wet T-shirtCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia shot to recognition as a member of the Misfits Boxing fight night teamShe has garnered her a huge social media presenceCredit: INSTAGRAM @apolloniallewellynApollonia has over 570,000 Instagram followersCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynShe has turned down a staggering £100,000 to pose nude beforeCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynThe model insisted she isn’t money-orientedCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynApollonia shows off her jet setting lifestyle onlineCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynShe also holidayed in New YorkCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynApollonia is no stranger to a bikini pictureCredit: INSTAGRAM @apolloniallewellynShe has built a huge following on social mediaCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynApollonia works as a model alongside her social fameCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellyn More