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      ‘Kinda weird’ – Unusual reason why Cole Palmer was spotted running out of Stamford Bridge emerges

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      CHELSEA star Cole Palmer left fans stunned when he was spotted running out of Stamford Bridge after Saturday’s match with Everton.The Blues’ supporters couldn’t believe the sight of Palmer, 22, – wearing a black hoodie with one phone on his ear and another in his hand – jogging away from the stadium in front of the crowd.Chelsea star Cole Palmer left fans stunned when he was spotted running outside Stamford BridgePalmer was running to collect a pair of boots at a petrol stationPalmer disappointed for Chelsea against EvertonA clip showing the bizarre incident made the rounds on social media and fans tried to understand what was going on.And it turns out the England international was in a hurry to meet a fixer to collect a pair of Prada shoes at a petrol station.A TikTok account from the delivery man posted a video of Palmer receiving the expensive footwear.In a video they explained the long journey to make the delivery: “I got a message late last night when I was in the Middle East. Read More on Chelsea”Touchdown in London this morning, had to sort everything out super last minute.”Caught a little bit of the game on TV. Listen, if you know how we do things here, we always deliver. Checking the pair out and making sure everything is all good.”He got absolutely swarmed by fans driving out the game. Here he is signing his match top for me, always super easy to deal with – and yeah guys, as always, sorted!”The news of what Palmer was up to has led to a mixed reaction from the Chelsea faithful.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSOne fan tweeted: “Kinda weird that on a huge matchday Cole is thinking about shoes and not 3 points. Still love him but like.”Another commented: “Wait, what?”Fans beg Cole Palmer ‘never change’ as footage of Chelsea star asking waiter bizarre question emerges A third wrote: “First case where a footballer legitimately got a call and was in a hurry, and not just avoiding the fans?”This fan said: “What a lad.”And that one posted: “Just Palmer things.”Chelsea managed to pick up an important 1-0 win over Everton but Palmer continued his rotten run of form, earning the WORST rating in SunSport’s player ratings for the game.Nicolas Jackson’s strike was enough to earn the West Londoners the three points, but the forward put in a particularly poor display by his usually lofty standards.Another blank means the ex-Manchester City ace has now failed to score in his last 17 games.Chelsea player ratings vs EvertonBy Lloyd CanfieldENZO MARESCA watched on from the stands as Chelsea stole a 1-0 win at home to Everton. The game was shocked into life after 26 minutes when good pressure from the home side saw Nicolas Jackson take the ball on the turn and rifle it into the back of Jordan Pickford’s net, his first goal since returning from injury. It was by no means easy after they grabbed the opener though, as the Blues dominated possession but failed to add more goals to their tally.So who was to blame for another lethargic display? Did Cole Palmer finally show signs of improvement?Check out our Chelsea player ratings. More

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      Cole Palmer spotted running away from Stamford Bridge as baffled Chelsea fans ask ‘where is he going?’

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      CHELSEA fans were left baffled after they spotted Cole Palmer running away from Stamford Bridge.A video shared on social media showed the Blues star wearing a hoodie and shorts running through a crowd of fans while holding a phone to his ear and another in his hand.Cole Palmer was seen running away from Stamford Bridge in a social media video released todayCredit: XPalmer was seen wearing a black hoodie while holding a phone in each handCredit: XFans chased after the Chelsea star outside of the BridgeCredit: XIt is not clear when the video was takenCredit: XFans were seen running after Palmer in the bizarre clip.The 22-year-old starred during today’s 1-0 win over Everton at Stamford Bridge.However, it is unclear when the video was taken.Regardless, fans were left baffled by his appearance in the video by the club stadium.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLReacting on social media, one fan said: “What’s going on?”A second said: “New meme template dropped.”A third added: “Lmao! The team bus left him behind.”Another said: “What’s he doing?”Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Stamford BridgePalmer continued his rotten run of form on the pitch against the Toffees, earning the WORST Chelsea rating in SunSport’s player ratings for the game.Nicolas Jackson’s strike was enough to earn Chelsea the three points, but Palmer put in a particularly poor display by his usually lofty standards.’Reminded me of Gerrard at Liverpool’ – Cole Palmer told he needs to LEAVE Chelsea and has outgrown the club alreadyAnother blank today means Palmer has now failed to score in his last 17 games, while Jackson’s goal ended his 13-game streak.Manager Enzo Maresca had said before the match that the England international’s problem was “mental” and not tactical.He said: “For sure it’s a mental thing, it’s not tactical or technical.”Cole is still the player who scored 14 goals in 20 games. The style is the same, the manager is the same, the club is the same. Nothing has changed around Cole. It’s just mentally in this moment.“You can see he’s a little bit worried because he wants to help the team. You can see he’s struggling a bit on that. “But he showed how happy he was after Fulham. It’s just a matter [of whether] we can win games. For sure he’s going to score goals.Read More on The Sun“If you go back game by game, he had at least every game one or two chances, so it’s not about how the team is playing.”The early kick-off win had moved the club up to fourth in the Premier League, although a 3-0 win for Newcastle over Ipswich later on saw them dropped back down to fifth.Cole Palmer’s goalless run is now up to 17 gamesCredit: Rex More

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      ‘No wonder I didn’t play more’ – Darwin Nunez appears to take swipe at Liverpool as he reacts to transfer clause rumour

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      DARWIN NUNEZ has allegedly deleted a tweet criticising his lack of playing time at Liverpool this season.The Reds ace, 25, shared a cryptic social media post on Saturday morning where he appeared to take aim at his situation at the club.Darwin Nunez appears to have taken aim at his lack of starts at LiverpoolCredit: GettyThe now-deleted post criticised his lack of starts after a transfer clause rumour came to lightCredit: X @Darwinn99Nunez has made 42 appearances in Liverpool colours this season, but only 17 of these have come from starts, while he has 14 goal contributions with seven goals and seven assists in all comps.His frustrating lack of minutes led to a sensational report from Portugal earlier this week that Nunez was not being selected to start for financial reasons.A Bola claimed Liverpool would have to pay Benfica another £4.3million when he makes his 50th start in the Premier League and Champions League, though this was denied by manager Arne Slot.Nunez has started 49 Prem and Champions League games combined for Liverpool since joining from Benfica in an £85million transfer almost three years ago.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd in a now-deleted post on X, Nunez is said to have wrote: “No wonder I don’t play more, because the last game I started in the Premier League went well and suddenly…”The alleged Nunez comment was swiftly deleted from his page, before his profile picture was also changed.Nunez’s last Premier League start came against bottom-club Southampton in March, where he registered a goal and assist in a 3-1 win before he returned to the bench for the next game against Everton.However, Nunez’s general form and commitment this season have been openly questioned by fans and Slot alike.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKSlot previously said: “I helped him by saying you can miss a chance. I wasn’t only hard on him. But for the second time in a row I wasn’t happy with his work effort, against Wolves and against Villa.”I can’t accept if a player doesn’t give everything. That is clear. I can accept it once, but twice was a bit too much. That’s why I addressed it.”Shocking new footage of Darwin Nunez throwing CHAIR at Colombia fans emerges after Copa America clashThe allegedly removed post was replaced by another morning post where Nunez shared a selfie of himself alongside midfielder Alexis Mac Allister drinking Argentine staple drink, mate, captioned: “Good morning.”Liverpool look set to win the Premier League this weekend.Slot’s team need just a point to secure the title, so need at least a draw against 16th-place Tottenham at Anfield on Sunday.The title will be the club’s second of the Premier League era and 20th English league title overall, drawing them level with Manchester United. More

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      Diletta Leotta shows off new ‘Bond girl’ look as DAZN host puts on revealing display in low cut ski suit

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      DILETTA LEOTTA fired a red arrow through the heart of her admirers with A View to a Thrill.Fans loved the DAZN presenter’s new “Bond girl” look as she wore a low-cut scarlet ski suit on the slopes.Diletta Leotta chose a look worthy of 007 movies but for adoring fans it was more swoon-maker than MoonrakerCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dilettaleotta/?hl=enFans were given a glam and glacial treatCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dilettaleotta/?hl=enThe wife of ex-Liverpool keeper Loris Karius hit new peaks for style as she wrote: “Summer starts at altitude.”Leotta was also called a “Beautiful Little Red Riding Hood” by one of her 9.2million Instagram followers.But the sports broadcaster claimed she had little time to enjoy her fairytale surroundings.Alongside snowy photos and video clips, Leotta wrote: “A quick escape to @stmoritz, just time enough to shoot, breathe and take it all in.READ MORE ON DILETTA LEOTTA”Grateful for the warm welcome and the beauty all around.”She reckoned her sleek outfit, complete with matching ski boots, was “timeless”.And it made for a red ‘Letta day for her admirers.Many were gasping, “Oh, Oh, heaven!” when seeing her sporty snaps from the Swiss mountains.Most read in FootballLeotta popped inside for selfiesCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dilettaleotta/?hl=en”Mamma mia!” exclaimed one.And a fervent, thesaurus-favouring follower described her as: “Gorgeous. Wonderful. Inimitable. Aesthetic icon of extreme elegance.”Diletta Leotta wows in busty outfit at Fifa Club World Cup draw but fans baffled as Italy icon calls her an ‘immigrant’While another fan posted: “I don’t know if it looks like a Vanzina film or a James Bond film.”Meanwhile a Fan with a Golden Gun of praise for her glamorous pics announced: “Perfect shooting!”Leotta’s social media fame has been surpassed of late by her broadcasting career – as a Serie A specialist.Meanwhile, husband Karius is rebuilding his reputation at Schalke after poor Premier League spells at Liverpool and Newcastle.The 31-year-old had not played for 371 days before making his debut for the German second-tier club in February.A lesser man could have faded away after a year in the wilderness.But tough cookie Karius decided it was No Time to Cry!A glimpse into the DAZN presenter’s life…Diletta is one of the Serie A’s best loved presentersCredit: GettyDiletta stunned as she hosted a Turin derby on Italian TVCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaAnd boasts 8.9million followersCredit: GettyThe glamorous TV host put on a leggy display pitchsideCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaDiletta gave birth to her first child with Karius in AugustCredit: Instagram / @dilettaleottaDiletta is no stranger to some extravagant outfits on her InstagramCredit: @dilettaleottaDiletta and Karius were spotted out in MilanCredit: The Mega AgencyThe Italian beauty on holiday with KariusShe has flipped between blonde and brunette looksCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dilettaleotta/She has previously worn an outfit similar to her Tomb Raider lookCredit: @dilettaleottaDiletta with a pared back lookCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaDiletta Leotta is reportedly dating Loris Karius after he visited her in MilanCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaLeotta has 8.6million Instagram followersCredit: GettyShe is a presenter for DaznCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaLeotta burst on to the scene with Sky SportsCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaShe posts regularly updates on Instagram to the delight of her fansCredit: Instagram @dilettaleotta More

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      Fire brigade rush to Championship stadium as blaze erupts in laundry room ahead of huge clash

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      FIRE CREWS were called to tackle a fire at Luton Town football club.Pictures and videos shared on social media showed the home of the Championship football club, Kenilworth Road, on fire on Friday evening.Fire crews were seen tackling a fire at Luton Town’s Kenilworth Road on Friday eveningCredit: https://x.com/dawkinscov1980/status/1915863364422586613The source of the incident was from a small appliance that had caught fire in the stadium’s laundry roomCredit: AlamyFirefighters were seen battling the blaze as black smoke billowed from the stadium.Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service were called to the scene at 8:08pm, with crews from Luton, Stopsley, Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard stations all responding.The fire brigade said firefighters wore breathing apparatus and tackled the blaze from an aerial platform and a 9-metre ladder using two hose reels during the incident.A thermal imaging camera was also used to check for hotspots in the operation.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe fire brought was under control and extinguished within two hours.A Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service statement confirmed crews remained on the scene and a full road closure was still in place on Hatters Way hours later.The shocking scenes came hours before the Championship outfit’s match against Coventry.The clash, which could be pivotal in the Hatters’ battle against relegation, was due to start at 12:30pm.Most read in FootballAnd a statement released by the club at 10:39pm confirmed there would be “no disruption” to the fixture with Coventry.The full statement read “We would like to advise supporters that following reports of an incident at Kenilworth Road this evening, there is no disruption to tomorrow’s fixture with Coventry City taking place.”Smoke was found to be coming from a small appliance that had caught fire in the stadium’s laundry room, which was contained within that area and has been dealt with swiftly to prevent any substantial damage.”We would like to offer a huge thank you to Beds Fire & Rescue for their quick intervention, along with club partners and staff who are also on site to help resolve the issue and ensure that everything is now safe.” More

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      ‘This cannot be real’ – Fans disgusted by ‘soulless’ new F1 track as driver-view video of street circuit revealed

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      F1 FANS have been left disgusted at a new track after it was revealed in a computer-generated video.The organisers of the new Madrid Grand Prix released a simulation of what the new ‘Madring’ circuit would look like after it is finished.Fans have slammed a simulation of the new Madring circuitCredit: xThe simulation did not give the impression of a lot going on outside the circuitCredit: xThe car even struggled to stay on the track at timesCredit: xThe penultimate corner saw the car almost hit the wallCredit: xThe video shows an F1 car driving around the empty track and passing empty stands.Overlooking the track are a few trees and featureless buildings.Even the simulated car endured issues trying to stay on the narrow track at times.In the first chicane, the car struggles to follow the corners and instead cuts both of them and then almost spins out.READ MORE ON F1While in the penultimate corner, the car completely leaves the track after going too wide and almost hitting the wall.The clip was shared on social media, and fans have been left very unenthused by the potential addition to the race calendar.One posted: “It’s terrible, no soul.”A second commented: “Another s**t street circuit.Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSA third wrote: “This isn’t real right guys, tell me this isn’t real.”A fourth said: “This cannot be real surely.Iconic F1 Grand Prix at the Imola circuit has some challenging corners for drivers The track has a 10-year contract to host F1Credit: autosportAnother added: “It’s a brand new track… and there’s still no chance of overtaking. I’ve said it before, I’ll say it again, street circuits are rubbish.”The track will take an average time of 1.34.4 and has 22 turns throughout.The entire circuit is 3.3 miles long and cars can top out at 186.411mph.Construction is underway, and it is aimed to be completed by May 2026.This could then see the track make its debut in the F1 later that year.The Spanish Grand Prix has been held in Montmelo, Barcelona, for the last 35 years.Read More on The SunThe new track is also very close to the airport and passes right next to Real Madrid’s training facilities.It has a 10-year deal to host F1, ensuring the Madring will remain on the calendar until at least 2035. More

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      Red cards for diving, no more throw-ins and an end to 3pm blackout – top 20 things football fans want to see revealed

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      FANS have revealed their top 20 things that they would like to see implemented in football.This includes having diving players being instantly slapped with a red card and imposing salary caps.Some fans want VAR binnedCredit: RexOthers want to see red cards for divingCredit: ReutersA poll of 2,000 football supporters found some even want 3pm matches to be televised, which would end the traditional blackout.While others wanted a stop clock to be implemented so that injury time could be accurately tracked.One in 10 opted for a hint of nostalgia by suggesting the return of the Golden Goal rule to decide games, with other fun suggestions including ‘kick-ins’ to replace throw-ins, and no offsides.The research was commissioned by OLBG which has also created its own live poll to find out which rules fans want changed the most.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLJake Ashton, football betting expert at the brand, said: “Football gets fans going and people spend lots of time and money following their favourite team.“With the rules often evolving, it’s great to see what fans would want introduced if they were given the opportunity to take charge.“While we know lots on the list will never come to pass, there is definitely a case for some of them.”JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe research went on to reveal a quarter of those who had an opinion on the number of subs allowed in a game, want this changed back to a maximum of three.Most read in FootballOther things fans want reduced are the number of games available to watch (25 per cent).Liverpool fans work out where guard of honour could be with Steven Gerrard humiliation in line to be avenged a decade onFans have voted against an NFL-style half-time show in footballCredit: GettyThe majority of fans prefer to watch football from homeCredit: GettyOf these who said their screens are saturated with too much football, 40 per cent put the Europa Conference League as their top choice to chop.When it comes to getting to games, a quarter (26 per cent) of those who watch football admit to never going to watch a match in person.Three-quarters (75 per cent) prefer to watch their football on TV.TV isn’t just popular for watching games, it also ranks first for getting footie fans their news (69 per cent), with online articles (53 per cent) and social media (44 per cent) completing the top trio.Sitting in top spot in the table of fans favourite competitions is the Premier League with almost half (49 per cent) agreeing.And ‘goals’ scored highest (66 per cent) on the list of things they love about watching or listening to the game.Just as well, with the top players voted being Mo Salah (23 per cent), Lionel Messi (22 per cent) and Harry Kane (22 per cent) according to the OnePoll.com data.There doesn’t seem to be any need to inject more fun into football, with 52 per cent of fans not backing the suggestion of introducing NFL-style halftime shows into matches.Seven in 10 (71 per cent) agreed the game should get back to its roots, as it’s become too commercialised.Ashton added: “Whether fans can get to the grounds or choose to watch football on TV, its important they always get a good experience.Read More on The Sun“With a large portion of those who love the game agreeing it would be better sticking more to its roots, it shows the sport doesn’t always need these over-complicated rule changes.“This is something rule makers should keep in mind – sometimes less is more.”Top 20 rules fans would like to see implemented in footballHere are the top 20 rules that fans want to see in football…1. Salary cap on players2. 3pm kick-offs televised3. A stop clock to make sure injury time is accurate4. Red card to anyone who dives5. Stricter spending cap on clubs6. Referees have to wear microphones7. Change the rules around handball to make it simplified8. No more VAR9. Introduce sin bins10. Give penalties against teams who argue with the referee11. Get rid of transfer windows and let players move whenever they want12. The player fouled must take the penalty13. Bonus points if team scores 4 or more goals in a game14. Make it so clubs have to include a certain number of youth players in their starting line up15. Bring back golden goal16. Allow people to drink alcohol in the stands17. No offsides18. Get rid of draws and decide games which do end up in a draw with a penalty shoot-out19. Unlimited subs20. Allow kick-ins instead of throw-ins More

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      Arsenal fans come up with wildest conspiracy theory yet as American VAR official makes big call in Crystal Palace clash

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      ARSENAL fans have leapt to the top of the table – for conspiracy theories!Gunners’ supporters noted an unusual twist as a huge VAR call in a 2-2 home draw with Crystal Palace helped put Liverpool on the brink of the Prem crown.Gabriel Martinelli had the simple task of putting the ball in the netCredit: RexJurrien Timber hooked the ball back in for Martinelli to volley inCredit: Sky SportsBut VAR ruled the ball had gone out before Timber crossed itCredit: Sky SportsBelow-par Arsenal were 2-1 up midway through the second period when Jurrien Timber hooked the ball over Eagles keeper Dean Henderson for Gabriel Martinelli to volley home from point-blank range.An assistant referee ruled it out for offside against Timber – but after a lengthy delay VAR decided that was the wrong call.Unfortunately for Arsenal, the video assistant also spotted that the ball had gone out of play just as the defender crossed it in, so the goal was disallowed after all.And having levelled brilliantly once, through Eberechi Eze, Palace went on to do it again, and arguably even better, through sub Jean Philippe Mateta’s long-range chip.READ MORE ARSENAL NEWSIt means Liverpool need just a point at home to Tottenham on Sunday to seal the title in Arne Slot’s first season in charge.But if the Gunners were disappointing on the pitch, their fans dazzled online – with their VAR conspiracies.One pointed out that the video assistant was an American – former Major League Soccer referee Alex Chilowicz.The New Jersey official, 37, who is also known to be a musician, switched to officiating in England two years ago.Most read in FootballDefenders William Saliba and Jakub Kiwior show Arsenal’s dejectionCredit: ReutersBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKHe became one of the first non-Brits to take charge of an EFL match in December 2023.And he finally oversaw a game on Premier League turf in August 2024, as Brighton took on Sussex rivals Crawley in the EFL Cup.Viktor Gyokeres responds as he is asked if he ‘likes London’ amid Arsenal transfer linksBut on Wednesday night he found himself under a far more intense microscope in a cagey contest refereed by Michael Salisbury.One fan described Chilowicz and Salisbury as a pair of “unknowns”.The supporter then added to his wacky thinking – with a surprise question.He posted on X: “I find it hilarious that the referee and VAR tonight for #Arsenal game are unknowns. None of the usual clowns. “Is it because @FA_PGMOL  are all with the Liverpool players ready to celebrate their title win if we lost tonight?”Another supporter was more blunt with his observation.He wrote: “VAR always works correctly when it’s against Arsenal lol.”A third claimed: “Now that the league is decided, they take their time on VAR calls involving Arsenal.”And a fourth hinted that, apart from terrible luck with injuries to strikers, the Gunners have had equally miserable misfortune up front – albeit off the pitch.With an apparent touch of suspicion, he lamented: “So many goals disallowed from VAR for Arsenal this year.”Other fans blasted the “ridiculous” length of time waiting for VAR to deliver a verdict.But at least one viewer suggested the incident was a VICTORY for the technology.He wrote: “You have to give the Premier League credit.”That Timber goal was inconclusive 3 months ago… VAR is awful but getting the tech in place to see an out ball is super stuff… Nobody hates VAR more than me, but credit where it’s due.”  Meanwhile, Prem chiefs acted to clear up debate over the disallowed goal with an explanation on social media.Read More on The SunThey posted: “VAR checked the referee’s call of no goal for Arsenal for offside against Timber – and established that he was in an onside position in the build-up. “However, the VAR also determined that the ball had gone out of play in the build-up and the goal should be ruled out.”  Boss Mikel Arteta was frustrated by Arsenal’s two dropped pointsCredit: Getty More