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    Watch awkward conversation between pole vault finalists as they decide whether to share World Championships gold medal

    THIS is the moment two pole-vault legends had their most awkward chat ever – deciding whether to share gold after an exhausting final.Huge rivals Katie Moon and Nina Kennedy looked drained after the 130-MINUTE showdown for the World Championships crown in Budapest – but split opinion on social media with their resulting conversation.
    Katie Moon and Nina Kennedy initially stood poles apart as they discussed what to do after a long and tiring pole-vault final
    Kennedy in particular was overcome with emotion after their eventual decision, but USA star Moon also appeared happy and relieved at the outcome
    Both cleared 4.90metres – then missed all three attempts at 4.95m.
    They spoke a few metres apart at the stadium in Budapest, with a mixture of nodding, grimacing and smiling.
    And it appeared to be Moon, the USA’S Olympic 2020 gold medal winner, who suggested the extremely rare outcome of a joint crown.
    Defending champ Kennedy, from Australia, swung her hands nervously together as they discussed the idea.
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    The pair got closer to each other, and finally agreed to share gold – whilst dividing opinion amongst athletics fans.
    The two athletes hugged, with Moon kissing her opponent on the cheek as they let out big grins and seemed relieved.
    Kennedy broke down in tears and put her hand to her mouth at their golden moment.
    But one observer tweeted, “Should have been a jump-off” and another hit out: “Give them both a silver.”
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    The two greats of their sport finally agreed to share gold
    Moon and Kennedy appeared dazed as well as delighted as they celebratedCredit: Reuters
    But on the opposite side of the track were verdicts like, “Wonderful moment, sport at its best” and “Ah, lovely”.
    Moon, 32, admitted: “When the final started I didn’t think about sharing a gold medal would work for me but now I am completely satisfied.
    “What a battle it was, oh my. What an amazing night, I hope everyone enjoyed that one. We did.”
    Kennedy, 26 seemed just as satisfied – as it was a “dream come true”.
    She added: “I jumped out of my skin tonight. It was super crazy.
    “I felt like the whole stadium was watching every single jump.
    “They were all around us tonight, it was really incredible.”
    Their arrangement follows a famous shared victory for high-jump pals Gianmarco Tamberi and Mutaz Barshim at the last Olympics in Tokyo.
    They too chose a gold apiece rather than a jump-off. More

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    Furious Bruno Guimaraes hits out at Newcastle fans with ‘short, stupid memories’ in now-deleted tweet

    FURIOUS Bruno Guimaraes hit out at moaning Newcastle fans with “short, stupid memories”.Some Toon supporters were quick to hammer their players on social media following Saturday’s 1-0 defeat at Manchester City.
    Newcastle stars were singled out for criticism following their 1-0 loss to Man CityCredit: Getty
    But Bruno Guimaraes hit back at the claimsCredit: Alamy

    NUFC360, a popular fan account with just under 134k followers, tweeted: “Is it too early in the season to start focusing blame onto individual players?
    “Was there an overreaction to the loss to Man City?”
    Brazilian midfielder Bruno, 25, was pictured in the post alongside Joelinton, Dan Burn and Miguel Almiron – none of who were at their best at the Etihad. 
    Guimaraes joined Newcastle from Lyon in January 2022 when the Magpies were battling relegation but admitted in July there are “doubts” over signing a new deal.
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    And he hit back: “Is this serious? We are in the Champions League, we lost against maybe one of the best teams in the world.
    “We have lost one game!
    “Support in the best moment is easy. Short, stupid memories you all have.
    “Look what we have done for the team in this year and a half.”
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    Bruno deleted his Tweet and NUFC360 backtracked, replying: “We are with you Bruno, this post was a way to try and focus on the craziness of those trying to find players to blame after two games.
    “I’m sorry if this was not expressed on that matter.” More

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    Footballer-turned-OnlyFans star Madelene Wright leaves fans in disbelief as she shows off incredible figure in lingerie

    FORMER footballer Madelene Wright has left her fans speechless as she posed for a new Instagram post. The ex-Charlton player shared a series of snaps with her followers on the social media app.
    Madelene Wright posed in a lingerie set in latest Instagram snapsCredit: Instagram @Madelene_Wright
    The former footballer left her fans amazedCredit: Instagram @Madelene_Wright
    Madelene has 323,000 Instagram followersCredit: Instagram / @madelene_wright
    She has also started an OnlyFans pageCredit: Instagram / @madelene_wright
    The 24-year-old posed in a hotel room mirror whilst sporting a lingerie set.
    And her fans were taken aback by the racy photos and rushed to the comments section to shower her with compliments.
    One fan wrote: “You’re always such an iconic queen of beauty.”
    Whilst another added: “You are perfection.”
    A third posted: “Definitely the most beautiful of the most beautiful ever.”
    And a fourth simply commented: “Goddess.”
    Madelene swapped her football life for a career in social media and also has her own OnlyFans account.
    She has made a name for herself online with an impressive 323,000 followers on Instagram.
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    Despite her new found career she has previously expressed her wish to get back out on the pitch and restart her football career.
    However her new earnings may soften the blow with Madelene claiming to rake in around £500,000 a year through OnlyFans.
    Madelene used to play for Charlton WomenCredit: Instagram @madelene_wright
    She has made a name for herself on social mediaCredit: Instagram @Madelene_Wright
    She regularly shares racy snaps with her followersCredit: twitter @MaddieMadelene More

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    Shakira takes thinly veiled swipe at ‘empty’ ex Pique with sultry hip-thrusting lip-sync video sending fans wild

    SHAKIRA took to Instagram to take a swipe at her ex Pique while sending fans wild with her sultry hip-thrusting dance moves.In the clip, the Colombian pop star can be seen lip-syncing her song Copa Vacia while sporting a strappy orange tank top and skintight jeans.
    Shakira showed off her stunning figure while lipsyncing her song Copa VaciaCredit: Instagram
    The pop star took a swipe at her ex Pique through her song that translates to ‘Empty Cup’Credit: Instagram
    Viewers were left hot under the collar as the singer thrust her hips to the beat of the songCredit: Instagram
    As she poses up in front of the camera, the 46-year-old shows off her stunning figure and iconic dance moves while mouthing the chorus to her song which translates to “Empty Cup”.
    The superstar sent her fans into a meltdown as she thrust her hips and gave watchers a side-view of her curves – all while taking a brazen swipe at her ex.
    She lipsyncs the words: “It’s been a while I’m thirsty for you, I don’t know why.
    “I’m left wanting more, wanting to drink from an empty cup”.
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    The chorus is repeated twice as Shakira demonstrates her sultry dance skills – seemingly calling her relationship with Pique an “empty glass” that she can’t drink from.
    While the post racked up over nine million views, eagle-eyed fans spotted the secret message and flocked to the comments to leave their thoughts.
    One wrote: “Pique crying right now”.
    Another said: “I don’t know what were in Pique’s mind to mess up with her but dude really f***** up”.
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    A third commented: “Pique lost this woman!?”
    But this isn’t the first time Shakira has lipsynced to Copa Vida on Instagram as she shared a clip earlier this month of her dancing and mouthing the lyrics in a bedroom while wearing tight black leggings and a crop top.
    Copa Vacia was released in June where Shakira transformed into a mermaid in shackles for the stunning music video.
    She took to Instagram at the time to reveal that the song has a symbolic meaning for her.
    The singer said that the mermaid represents her because she is on “the journey to becoming one with herself again.”
    Shakira noted that the mermaid “sacrifices a lot for love, ending up in the rubbish amongst rats.
    Taking another swipe at Pique following their public break up, the She Wolf singer joked: “Any resemblance to reality is pure coincidence.”
    The video shows the mum-of-two turning into a stunning mermaid with pink locks as she is trapped in the ocean.
    The single, featuring Manuel Turizo, talks about wanting more in a relationship that feels like drinking out of an empty cup.
    But Shakira has taken herself out of the ocean and into West Hollywood, California after she and Drake were spotted discreetly leaving the same afterparty “within minutes” of each other last week.
    The pair have since sparked dating rumours with fans going wild after the photos of the duo went public.
    “Nooo he took my wife,” tweeted one fan.
    “Damn godly duo,” wrote another fan.
    A third wrote: “Shakira ft. Drake coming.”
    Shakira has also allegedly enjoyed three secret meetings with Lewis Hamilton at her Ibiza villa, an insider claimed.
    The star and F1 ace have sparked dating rumours after being spotted getting cosy at a string of events in recent months.
    Paparazzo Sergio Garrido told Spanish TV channel Telecinco that the pair met “three times in the Ibiza villa” where Shakira was staying earlier this month during a break in the F1 season.
    “When the workers left, the singer stayed alone with her private escort and received a visit from Hamilton,” he said.
    However, Pique was filmed earlier this month demanding “nobody” fans to “shut up” at a Madrid nightclub after partygoers began chanting Shakira’s name.
    This led to Pique reportedly biting back to the trolling by saying: “What’s wrong? I am the world champion and you are nobody.”
    Former Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas then appeared on the scene and seemed to make matters worse as he asked the DJ to play Waka Waka – which of course was sung by Shakira.
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    Shakira and Pique, 36, called time on their 11-year romance last June before he then went official with his new girlfriend Clara Chia, 24.
    It was alleged by the Spanish media that Pique cheated on Shakira, although that has never been confirmed.
    Pique, 36, and Shakira split last year and he later went official with his new girlfriend Clara Chia, 24.Credit: Getty Images – Getty More

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    I fully accept mistakes & will continue my career elsewhere, Mason Greenwood says in statement as he leaves Man Utd

    MASON Greenwood has today broken his silence as Man Utd revealed his career with Old Trafford was over.The striker, 21, had been eyeing a comeback to the Premier League side after the attempted rape case against him was dropped earlier this year.
    Mason Greenwood has spoken out after Manchester United revealed he would not return to the clubCredit: Getty
    The striker has been suspended since being arrested on suspicion of rape and assault last JanuaryCredit: Getty
    However, concluding its investigation, the club said that it had been “mutually agreed” that he would not make a return.
    In a statement this afternoon, Greenwood said he “fully accepts” his mistakes and vowed to continue his career elsewhere.
    Greenwood said: “I want to start by saying I understand that people will judge me because of what they have seen and heard on social media, and I know people will think the worst.
    “I was brought up to know that violence or abuse…is wrong, I did not do the things I was accused of, and in February I was cleared of all charges.
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    “However, I fully accept I made mistakes…and I take my share of responsibility for the situations which led to the social media post.
    He added: “I am learning to understand my responsibilities to set a good example as a professional footballer, and I’m focused on the big responsibility of being a father, as well as a good partner.
    “Today’s decision has been part of a collaborative process between Manchester United, my family and me.
    “The best decision for us all, is for me to continue my football career away from Old Trafford, where my presence will not be a distraction for the club.
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    “I thank the club for their support since I joined aged seven. There will always be a part of me which is United. I am enormously grateful to my family and all my loved ones for their support, and it is now for me to repay the trust those around me have shown.
    “I intend to be a better footballer, but most importantly a good father, a better person, and to use my talents in a positive way on and off the pitch.”
    Greenwood has been suspended since January last year when he was arrested on suspicion of rape and assault.
    Charges of attempted rape, assault and coercive and controlling behaviour were brought against him in October but were dropped in February this year.
    The Crown Prosecution Service said that “key witnesses” had withdrawn from the investigation and “new information” had come to light.
    However, he remained sidelined by United while an internal probe was carried out.
    The Sun exclusively revealed last week that club bosses were set to bring Greenwood back into the fold.
    The reports prompted a significant backlash from fans in the run-up to today’s decision.
    Prominent fans including Countdown’s Rachel Riley urged the club not to allow Greenwood to return, with the TV star even saying she would pull her support if they did. More

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    Man Utd statement on Mason Greenwood in full as club says they have ‘mutually agreed’ striker will leave Old Trafford

    MANCHESTER United have announced that Mason Greenwood will not return to the team as they have “mutually agreed” that he will leave.Bosses at Old Trafford have now completed the internal investigation into the allegations of attempted rape and assault made against the 21-year-old striker.
    Manchester United have announced that Mason Greenwood will not return to the clubCredit: Getty
    Club bosses have ‘mutually agreed’ to part ways with the striker after an internal investigation into allegations of attempted rape and assault against himCredit: Getty
    A club spokesperson said: “Manchester United has concluded its internal investigation into the allegations made against Mason Greenwood.
    “Our process commenced in February 2023, following all charges against Mason being dropped.

    “Throughout, we have taken into account the wishes, rights and perspective of the alleged victim along with the club’s standards and values, and sought to collate as much information and context as possible.
    “This has required us to proceed with sensitivity and care to obtain evidence not in the public domain, including from those with direct knowledge of the case.”
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    They added: “Based on the evidence available to us, we have concluded that the material posted online did not provide a full picture and that Mason did not commit the offences in respect of which he was originally charged.
    “That said, as Mason publicly acknowledges today, he has made mistakes which he is taking responsibility for.
    “All those involved, including Mason, recognise the difficulties with him recommencing his career at Manchester United.
    “It has therefore been mutually agreed that it would be most appropriate for him to do so away from Old Trafford, and we will now work with Mason to achieve that outcome.”
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    Greenwood has been suspended since January last year when he was arrested on suspicion of rape and assault.
    Charges of attempted rape, assault and coercive and controlling behaviour were brought against him in October but were dropped in February this year.
    The Crown Prosecution Service said that “key witnesses” had withdrawn from the investigation and “new information” had come to light.
    However, he remained sidelined by United while an internal probe was carried out.
    The Sun exclusively revealed last week that club bosses were set to bring Greenwood back into the fold.
    The reports prompted a significant backlash from fans in the run up to today’s decision.
    Prominent fans including Countdown’s Rachel Riley urged the club not to allow Greenwood to return, with the TV star even saying she would pull her support if they did.
    A spokesperson for Women’s Aid said: “This needs to involve addressing the attitudes that underpin domestic and sexual abuse, and working with players from a young age to make it clear that clubs stand against sexism and misogyny.
    “This is an issue that reaches far wider than football, with misogynistic content widely available on social media, so it is important to recognise how widespread harmful attitudes are and address this.” More

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    Alan Shearer’s glamorous daughter Hollie wows fans as she joins no bra club and shows off toned abs in tiny crop top

    HOLLIE SHEARER wowed fans in her latest Instagram post.The glamorous daughter of Premier League legend Alan has become an icon in her own right on social media.
    Hollie Shearer wore a double denim top and skirtCredit: instagram @hollieshearer
    She has 82,000 followers on InstagramCredit: instagram @hirestreetuk
    Hollie often wows fans with pics from her holsCredit: Instagram @hollieshearer
    She has a following of over 82,000 on Instagram.
    And her latest post showed exactly why.
    Hollie, 28, posted a video to her page wearing a braless double denim crop top and skirt combination.
    In the video she can be seen twirling her hair.
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    She then adds some sunglasses to her look before doing a little dance.
    In response, one fan said: “Double denim ..90s b*witched vibes , looking good Hollie 💙.”
    A second wrote: “You should take shades of you eyes are stunning.”
    Hollie is the daughter of Prem legend AlanCredit: Instagram
    One fan declared she was ‘stunning’Credit: Instagram @hollieshearer
    Another replied with a number of blue heart emojis.
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    While others commented with fire emojis.
    When not setting pulses racing online, Hollie can be seen performing her songs on stage.
    She is currently dating England rugby star Jack Marchant.
    And she even performed alongside Sam Fender at her dad’s fundraiser earlier this year.
    She is often seen glamming upCredit: Instagram
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    Ultimate Premier League Wags Insta rich list includes ‘world’s hottest Wag’ & savvy reality star who out-earns boyfriend

    THEY say that behind every successful man, there stands a great woman. That appears to ring true for players of the English Premier League, who are cheered on by their stunning wives and girlfriends.
    English Premier League footballers have some of the most glamourous WAGS by their side (pictured is Melanie Martial)Credit: Instagram/@melaniemartialdc
    With the season having kicked off this weekend, many will be in the stands cheering on their fellas, while others support them from afar.
    Some wags have amassed armies of fans of their own – and can rake in thousands by sharing a single Instagram post.
    The amount they can earn – estimated by HypeAuditor’s Instagram Money Calculator – is dictated by how many followers they have, average likes and the reach of their account.
    Here we reveal the ultimate Premier League Wag Instagram rich list – and some can even out-earn their footballer partners.
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    Cindy Kimberly – £9K
    Cindy gained social media attention when Justin Bieber posted a picture of herCredit: Instagram
    She is now with Everton star Dele Alli, who she’s been dating since last yearCredit: Instagram
    Dutch model Cindy, 24, has managed to build a huge online presence, largely thanks to Justin Bieber launching an internet hunt to find her.
    He posted her picture to millions of his followers with the caption “Omg who is this!!” back in 2015, when she was 17.
    Cindy has since modelled for huge fashion brands like Marc Jacobs, Savage x Fenty and Boohoo, and posed for Sports Illustrated among other top titles.
    She began dating Everton midfielder Dele Alli in 2022 and they’ve been spotted enjoying holidays and sharing loved up snaps of each other.
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    With 7million followers, Cindy reigns supreme when it comes to Instagram and is reportedly able to charge brands up to £9,000 per post – around the same as Dele, who has 8.5m followers.
    Dani Dyer – £5.7K
    Dani Dyer made a name for herself after winning Love Island in 2018Credit: Instagram
    She and Jarrod Bowen announced the birth of their twins earlier this yearCredit: Getty
    Love Island star Dani Dyer, 27, who won the series in 2018 with ex Jack Fincham, went public with West Ham star Jarrod Bowen in 2021.
    The pair delighted fans in May when Dani gave birth to their twins Summer and Star. Dani already has a two-year-old with her jailbird ex-boyfriend Sammy Kimmence.
    As one of the most popular Love Island stars, Dani has over 3.8m followers on Instagram – and with her likes averaging 221.7k, she’s allegedly able to demand £5,749 per post.
    Meanwhile Jarrod has 351K followers, and can earn an estimated £3,473 per post.
    Marta Diaz – £5.4K
    Marta, who is dating Sergio Reguilon, often posts racy pictures on InstagramCredit: Instagram
    She is only one of a few WAGs to have more followers than their significant otherCredit: Getty
    Marta Diaz, 23, certainly knows how to set pulses racing – she’s famous for her racy snaps on social media.
    The Spanish beauty is dating Tottenham star Sergio Reguilon, and previously admitted the couple went months without having sex because they were separated during lockdown.
    She is just one of a select few WAGs to have more followers than their partners.
    On YouTube she has over 2m subscribers, while over on Instagram she has more than 3.3m, and can make an estimated £5,400 per post.
    Sergio, meanwhile, has 1.8m Instagram followers – and can reportedly net £6,237 per post.
    Vlada Zinchenko – £3.9K
    Vlada is a sports journalist and has interviewed some of the biggest footballers in the worldCredit: instagram.com
    She and Oleksandr kept their relationship secret until they were ready to tell the worldCredit: Instagram

    Manchester City’s Oleksander Zinchenko married Vlada in 2020 after a romantic proposal inside the Olympic Stadium in Kyiv.
    The Ukrainian’s teammates helped keep their romance a secret until they were ready to tell the world.
    Now they are proud parents to two kids and regularly give fans glimpses into their family life on social media.
    Before becoming Mrs Zinchchenko, Vlada, 27, made a name for herself as a sports journalist and has interviewed some of the world’s top football players.
    On Instagram she has 683k followers, and can earn an estimated £3,900 per sponsored post. Her hubby has 2.5m followers.
    Melanie Da Cruz – £3.3K
    Melanie began dating Manchester United’s Anthony Martial in 2016
    Their relationship initially courted some controversyCredit: Getty
    Melanie, 32, is no stranger to the limelight – she made a name for herself on French TV and has been with Manchester United star Anthony Martial since 2016.
    Their relationship did not get off to a smooth start, however – eyebrows were raised when he dumped his former lover Samantha Jacquelinet and got together with Melanie soon after.
    Despite past allegations of infidelity, the pair appear to be loved up and regularly share snaps of them on holiday in destinations like Dubai and Santorini.
    Anthony is dad to son Peyton, whom he shares with Samantha, and also has Swan, who was born in 2018 with Melanie.
    Melanie’s 4.5million followers on Instagram means brands aiming to work with her could be paying up to £3,300 per post. Anthony has 6.3m followers and can ask up to £7.8K.
    Ainê Coutinho – £2.4k
    Ainê has been married to Philippe Coutinho since 2012Credit: Instagram
    They have adorable tattoo tributes to each otherCredit: Instagram
    The romance between Ainê and childhood sweetheart Philippe Coutinho has been hailed as one of football’s ‘great love stories’.
    The Brazilian pair first met as teenagers – Phillipe was 14 – at a friend’s party and have been inseparable ever since.
    She has always supported his football career and follows him whenever he moves to a new club.
    Ainê, 30, and Aston Villa star Phillippe, who married in 2012 and share three children together, often post adorable snaps of each other and their family. They even have sweet tattoo tributes to each other.
    With 979k followers on Instagram, Ainê is reportedly able to pocket up to £2,362 per post.
    Meanwhile her husband boasts a whopping 24.9m followers – meaning he can allegedly command up to £20K per post.
    Anna Mariana Casemiro – £2.2k
    Anna Mariana is married to Manchester United star CasemiroCredit: Instagram
    The couple share two childrenCredit: Instagram
    Anna Mariana, 34, has been extremely successful in her own right – she has a successful make-up range and works as a model on Instagram – when she is not busy being a mum.
    She is married to Manchester United star Casemiro and they share two kids. They began dating in 2011 and married three years later.
    Brazilian Anna – who holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration – met Casemiro while the midfielder played for Sao Paolo.
    With 504.6k followers on Instagram and an engagement rate of 3.6%, she is reportedly able to make up £2,284 on Instagram. Her hubby has 22.1m followers and can command an estimated £21K.
    Maja Nilsson Lindelof – £2K
    Maja has been named the hottest WAG in the Premier LeagueCredit: instagram @majanilssonlindelof
    She is married to Manchester United’s Victor LindelofCredit: Getty
    She has been called the sexiest WAG in the world and has been building an incredible Instagram empire.
    Married to Manchester United’s Victor Lindelof, Swedish beauty Maja, 29, is founder of the fashion brand Lis Bonne Atelier and also writes blogs for a glossy magazine.
    She’s also a human rights ambassador for UNICEF and often highlights the work being done to protect children around the world.
    Maja has an Instagram following of 252k and can allegedly charge up to £2,000 each time she posts an advert. Her husband has 2.3m followers, but can reportedly only command £2,684 per post.
    Izabel Kovačić – £1.9K
    Izabel often posts pictures of herself on holiday at exotic locationsCredit: Instagram @ izakova
    The couple got married in the same church they met as teenagersCredit: Instagram @izakova
    As far as glam WAGS go, it doesn’t get much better than Izabel, who is the wife of Manchester City central midfielder Mateo Kovačić.
    The pair’s relationship has been wholesome from the beginning – they even met at church while they were teenagers.
    And in 2017, they returned to that same church for their wedding.
    Since then, she has been living the ultimate Wag dream and is often seen vacationing at exotic locations.
    Isabel, 30 has an impressive social media presence – she’s followed by 457k people and is able to make £1,965 on the platform.
    It pales in comparison to her husband’s five million followers, however.
    Isabelle da Silva – £1.8K
    Isabelle da Silva is extremely active on social mediaCredit: INSTAGRAM/BELLE SILVA
    She has been married to Thiago Silva since 2015Credit: Splash News
    In 2020, Isabelle da Silva put her family’s business out in the open when she revealed she was trying to convince her Brazilian husband Thiago to have a vasectomy.
    The mum-of-two, 36, has been married to the Chelsea star since 2015 after being together for years.
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    She is extremely active on social media where she has over 669k followers. Isabelle regularly posts snaps of Thiago and their kids alongside sultry bikini shots.
    On Instagram, she is reportedly able to earn up to £1,817 each time she agrees to a sponsored post. Thiago, who has 22m followers, can earn an estimated £17K per post. More