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      Inside Tyson Fury’s amazing car collection, from luxury Rolls-Royces and Ferrari supercars to a humble Mini Cooper

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      THE Gypsy King boasts chariots that have been the envy of the sporting world over the years.Tyson Fury, 33, is gearing up to face Deontay Wilder in a trilogy fight this weekend.
      Tyson Fury boasts an epic car collection through the yearsCredit: Refer to Caption
      Fury has also been seen cruising around hometown Morecambe in a £10k Mini CooperCredit: Refer to Caption
      And show he be victorious, the WBC champion – said to be worth around £40million – could add to his impressive car collection.
      Over the years, Fury has been seen behind the wheel of a beautiful Ferrari GTC4Lusso worth around £250,000.
      But on the opposite end of the scale, the heavyweight boxer has also squeezed his giant 6ft 9in frame into a 1993 Mini Cooper that would’ve cost not more than £10,000.
      Here’s a look inside Tyson’s motors through the years.
      THE FASTEST
      Fury is a big fan of the Ferrari brand, having previously owned a California which he sold to a pal.
      His GTC4Lusso is the priciest car in his garage, which has a value of around £250,000.
      He added it in 2019, after he confirmed his second fight with the Bronze Bomber.
      It’s a speedy supercar too – able to hit 0-62mph in just 3.4 seconds.
      Fury added a £250,000 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to his car collection in 2019Credit: BackGrid
      THE MOST EXPENSIVE
      The Rolls-Royce Phantom is one of the classiest motors you can get.
      And, of course, it comes with a hefty £360,000 price tag that only the mega-rich can afford.
      Fury had one, regularly posing on social media with it over the years.
      However, he sold it when he suffered with depression and his life spiralled out of control.
      The most expensive motor Fury ever owned was a £360,000 Rolls-Royce PhantomCredit: BackGrid
      Fury sold the car when his life hit rock bottomCredit: Refer to Caption
      LOVES A ROLLER
      Fury also owned a Rolls-Royce Cullinan alongside his brilliant Phantom.
      But again, with the trappings of fame and wealth too much to stand, he decided to flog it.
      The Wythenshawe fighter even posted an emotional video on YouTube waving goodbye to the motor as it left his drive.
      He claimed to have swapped it for a used Volkswagen Passat that cost him £500.
      Fury was also believed to own a Rolls-Royce Cullinan worth £300,000Credit: Alamy
      MOST RIDICULOUS
      Everybody knows a Mini Cooper isn’t exactly the roomiest vehicle on the market.
      Worse still, if you are as tall as 6ft 9in and weigh around 20 stone, it’ll be a tight a squeeze fitting into one.
      But that didn’t bother Tyson, who was seen in a £10,000 Mini Cooper driving around Morecambe.
      He even, unashamedly, shared an image giving the thumbs up inside the British icon.
      6ft 9in Fury squeezes his frame into his 1993 Mini CooperCredit: Refer to Caption
      ITALIAN STALLION
      He matches cars with his mate, Billy Joe Saunders.
      In 2019, Tyson showed off his red Ferrari Portofino motor, alongside Saunders’ similar model in a car park.
      The Portofino usually retails at around £170,000 for a base model.
      Astonishingly, it has a top speed of 198 mph.
      Tyson Fury shows off his matching Ferrari Portofino with friend Billy Joe SaundersCredit: Instagram @gypsyking101
      The red Portofino carries a price tag of around £170,000Credit: Instagram @gypsyking101
      OUT OF RANGE
      As Tyson began his recovery from mental health issues and substance issues, he treated himself to a Range Rover.
      But, he wasn’t going to get any old Range Rover – splashing the cash on a £65,000 Sport SVR.
      Even better, he got it wrapped in camo.
      “Massive thanks to @automotivefashion for wrapping my SVR, looks & feels great. Army edition,” he shared on social media with a snap of his motor.
      This £65,000 Range Rover Sport SVR was specially wrapped in camo for FuryCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd

      NICE WAGON
      In 2016, Fury was spotted driving a Mercedes-AMG G class SUV.
      The £160,000 is one of the most luxurious vehicles around and is favoured by plenty of Premier League stars.
      Fury’s is personalised with blacked out windows, with one having an etching of his famous nickname’s initial ‘GK’.
      A year before that, he took to Twitter to show off an original G Wagon from 1991.
      A personalised G Wagon with ‘GK’ signature on a blacked out window was Fury’s ride in 2016Credit: Maverick Photo Agency More

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      Inside Deontay Wilder’s amazing car collection, from a £430k alligator-skin wrap Lamborghini to a metallic bronze Hummer

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      THE Bronze Bomber loves his motors.Deontay Wilder, 35, has amassed a £30million fortune during a boxing career that’s left many of his opponents dazed and confused and hitting the canvas.
      Deontay Wilder, worth £30m, has splashed the cash on carsCredit: Instagram
      The motors in Wilder’s garage are a knockoutCredit: Alamy
      And his car collection is also a knockout, featuring a very special Lamborghini, a gentleman’s Rolls Royce, as well as a good, old American favourite.
      As Wilder gets ready to face Tyson Fury for a third time – at the T-Mobile Arena on Saturday – SunSport takes a look at the Alabama native’s fine garage.
      It’s just as impressive as his famous right hook.
      LAMBORGHINI AVENTADOR, £430,000
      In 2015, after claiming the WBC heavyweight title from Bermane Stiverne, Wilder wanted to treat himself – and why not?
      He rolled up to Exotic Euro Cars in Woodland Hills, California, and reportedly splashed around £430,000 on a special Lamborghini Aventador.
      What made this Aventador stand out from the crowd was its faux alligator-skin wrap that would even leave Floyd Mayweather jealous.
      This £430k Lamborghini Aventador is Wilder’s most extravagant possession and has a faux alligator-skin wrapCredit: Instagram
      Boasting a cream leather interior, it’s unlike any Lamborghini we’ve ever seen.
      A coat of bronze was added to the wrap – after all he is the Bronze Bomber – to complete the look.
      The Aventador can reach a top speed of 217 mph, and is one of the fastest Lamborghinis ever manufactured.
      It has a 700-plus horse power V12 engine that can reach 0-60 mph in just 2.6 seconds.

      ROLLS-ROYCE PHANTOM, £347,000+
      Every man of wealth should have a Rolls-Royce, after all it’s a true gentleman’s car. Lucky for Wilder he has two.
      His Phantom is a convertible, perfect to cruise around in with those hot, Alabama summers.
      You won’t be shocked to discover that the Phantom is the most expensive Rolls-Royce available on the market.
      Again, Wilder has his custom-made with a bronze metallic coat that’s fitting with his Bronze Bomber moniker.
      His model, the Phantom VII, has a 563 horse power V12 engine that’s capable of hitting 60 mph in 5.1 seconds.
      Deontay often shares snaps sat on the bonnet of this beast on social media, and who can blame him.
      It’s certainly a ride of beauty.
      Wilder rests on the bonnet of his Rolls-Royce PhantomCredit: Instagram
      A gentleman’s car, the Phantom is worth more than £347kCredit: Instagram
      Wilder often takes his Rolls-Royce for a spin with the hood downCredit: Instagram
      HUMMER H2, £70,000
      There was a time when you couldn’t move for Hummers in the US, especially among the sporting elite.
      However, the car manufacturer GM stopped making the Army-inspired SUVs in 2010.
      That’s now made the Hummer a collector’s item, something Wilder is well aware of, which is why he owns one.
      Reportedly worth around £70k, it’s bronze (again!) and it even has its own nickname – the Bomb Zquad Mobile.
      The 34-inch custom bronze and chrome star wheel rims are also engraved with the words Bomb Zquad on them.
      There was recent speculation that Wilder parted with his prized possession, but this was never confirmed.
      Another prized possession of Wilder’s is his Hummer H2, which was discontinued from 2010Credit: Instagram
      The nickname for Wilder’s Hummer H2 is the Bomb Zquad MobileCredit: Instagram
      ROLLS-ROYCE CULLINAN, FROM £269,310
      Wilder’s most recent purchase, he was spied driving the Rolls-Royce SUV back in August 2019.
      Just like his Lamborghini Aventador, the champ has wrapped the expensive motor in glorious fashion.
      His Rolls-Royce has a mottled black and bronze snakeskin finish, as well as a smooth leather interior.
      The hub caps surrounding the 26-inch wheels are customised with Wilder’s now famous logo.
      Wilder had his Roller souped up by Dreamworks Motorsports in North Carolina by Adam Wolfe.
      The moment it was delivered to him, he took to Instagram to record a video of his new wheels.
      Wilder shows off his recent wrapped Rolls-RoyceCredit: Instagram
      This Rolls-Royce Cullinan is a stunning vehicle that’s part of Wilder’s collection
      Wilder had it custom wrapped in a mottled black and bronze snakeskin finish
      Wilder took to Instagram to share his purchase with his followers
      DODGE CHALLENGER, £30,000+
      There’s nothing like a muscle car to complete your enviable garage.
      The cheapest motor in Deontay’s collection, you could argue that it’s his finest looking.
      His Dodge Challenger came with a starting price of around £30,000, but you can bet with extras and the custom paint job he had done to it, it’s now worth a lot more.
      Impressive hub caps, special side-opening doors and sprayed in shades of red – this motor looks like it belongs to the Fast & Furious franchise.
      We bet it drives like a dream too, thanks to a powerful 6.2-litre V8 engine.
      A £30k Dodge Challenger is the cheapest car in Wilder’s collectionCredit: Instagram
      Wilder’s Dodge Challenger looks like a car from the Fast & Furious franchiseCredit: Instagram
      SUZUKI HAYABUSA, FROM £14,500
      When four wheels won’t cut it, Wilder has been known to try two to get some kicks.
      Back in 2014, he shared an image of a Hayabusa that had been jazzed up with an exterior that looks like it belongs in a Mad Max film.
      The Hayabusa was designed with the sole intention of being the fastest production motorbike of its day.
      Incredibly, it can reach a top speed of 186 mph. Opening the throttle reveals its brutal power.
      “Imma keep riding my baby as long as the weather’s right,” Wilder wrote in a Tweet with a pic of the beautiful bike.
      Wilder’s Suzuki Hayabusa looks like something out of a Mad Max filmCredit: Instagram
      POLARIS SLINGSHOT, FROM £15,500
      The ultimate boy’s toy.
      Lewis Hamilton and Shaquille O’Neal also own the three-wheeled Polaris Slingshot that’s on every petrol head’s wishlist.
      And Deontay Wilder has shared images on social media, zooming around town on one.
      Launched in 2015, the Slingshot is capable of reaching 0-60 mph in under five seconds and is practically a street-legal go-kart.
      It’s powered by a 2.0-litre naturally-aspirated four-cylinder engine that was built in Germany alongside Mercedes-AMG V8 hardware.
      Who knew Wilder was such an adrenalin junkie?
      Like Lewis Hamilton, Deontay Wilder has a three-wheel Polaris SlingshotCredit: Instagram
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      River Plate beat Boca Juniors with ex-Man Utd defender Marcos Rojo getting a red card, but the fans are the real stars

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      CINEMA goers all over the world are watching the same James Bond film. They have no power to change the ending of ‘No Time To Die,’ even if they want to.Football is different. A football crowd is not made up of passive spectators.  The fans are an active participant in the spectacle.
      River Plate fans cheers on their side against rivals Boca JuniorsCredit: Getty
      They create the atmosphere – which is both an attraction in itself, and a factor able to influence what happens on the field.
      The crowd can lift a team to new heights, or the nervousness in the stands can transmit itself to the players.
      And the crowd can make you glad you went to a game even if the football was disappointing.
      This is especially true in Argentina, where the atmosphere is something special. The rhythm and the fervour of the chants can lodge in the brain.
      In recent times, when the best players are transferred abroad at an early age, the atmosphere created by the crowd can be the best thing about going to a game in Argentina.
      It hurt, then, to have eighteen and a half months without supporters in the stadium.
      But, with the coronavirus pandemic under relative control, fans were back this weekend for the first time since the middle of March 2020 – that is, home fans only – Argentina has a problem with fan violence.
      And, as yet, only half of stadium capacity.
      So there were around 35,000 in the ground for the biggest of them all – River Plate against Boca Juniors.
      It was no coincidence that this weekend was chosen for the return of supporters. The government did badly in recent mid-term elections.
      In a country where football is so important, bringing fans back was an obvious response, an attempt to raise the nation’s morale.
      And River v Boca is a huge event. There was plenty at stake on the field.
      With the championship at the half way stage River took the field in second place, while Boca have thrown off a bad start and put together an eight game unbeaten run to move up to sixth. 
      A win on Sunday would put them well into contention for a title bid.
      River Plate played host to Boca Juniors last weekendCredit: Getty
      Ex-Man Utd defender Marcos Rojo saw red in the fiery clashCredit: AFP
      But first they – and the River players – would have to get used to playing in front of fans again. The entire emotional dynamic of the occasion had altered – which became clear very early.
      Twice in the first few minutes there were mass flare ups, with players from both sides running to get involved in a pushing skirmish.
      After just seven minutes referee Fernando Rapallini brought the two captains together and issued a warning. Marcos Rojo was clearly not paying close attention.
      After shaking off some injury concerns, the former Manchester United player has become an important part of the Boca line up.
      His experience and quality, both defending and setting moves in motion, have been important in Boca’s run of good form. But his lack of cool now decided the game.
      Twice in quick succession he went to ground and committed risky fouls.  The first time Rappallini reached for the yellow card. And the second, too.  On another day Rojo might have got away with the second challenge.
      But the warning had already been given. Rapallini had made it clear that the only way to control the game was to take a hard line. And so, after just fifteen minutes, Rojo had seen red.
      It ended Boca as an attacking force – before they had begun. Their most creative player, Colombian attacking midfielder Edwin Cardona was sacrificed as Boca went to their bench to bring on another centre back.
      And if the River fans were singing then, they were soon screaming in joy. In the next few minutes Julian Alvarez scored two superbly taken goals.
      Alvarez, 21, is the best thing that domestic Argentine football has produced in the last few years.
      A mobile, talented and intelligent support striker, he was linked in the summer with Aston Villa, and, to these eyes at least, he has plenty in common with former Villa park idol Gary Shaw, whose brilliant career was so cruelly cut short by injury.
      The match turned into a celebration, with River fans giving vent to a year and a half of frustration at not being able to go to the stadium, which has been remodelled in their absence.
      River’s Julien Alvarez proved to be the match-winner with two goalsCredit: EPA
      But it was the fans, back in the stadium for the first time since March 2020, that were the stars of the showCredit: Getty

      Boca’s objective after the break appeared to be to keep the score down. River repeatedly came close to adding to their lead. Finally, inside stoppage time, Boca grabbed a consolation with their only serious effort.
      The final score of 2-1 gives them some dignity, but hands the points to River Plate.
      And without fans it could all have turned out very differently.
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      Meet John Fury, heavyweight champ Tyson’s bare-knuckle fighter dad who was once sent to prison for eye-gouging

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      TYSON FURY’S rise to heavyweight boxing glory is largely down to one man – his father John.The 33-year-old boxer’s life featured in ITV’s warts-and-all documentary Tyson Fury: The Gypsy King.
      Tyson’s dad John Fury was a boxer, going pro in bare-knuckle fighting
      John went to prison in 2011 after gouging another man’s eye outCredit: PA:Press Association
      His Irish-born dad was a boxer too, fighting 13 professional bouts.
      He also fought bare-knuckle fighting and claims he won £100,000 in one bout.
      John Fury, 55, also served four years of an 11-year sentence for gouging a man’s eye out in a sickening attack.
      And such is John’s influence on his son, it is believed he is the reason why Tyson parted ways with long-term trainer Ben Davison last year.
      Just like Tyson, life began in the ring for John.
      He had very little choice. Born in Galway, it was a family tradition to enter the fight game.

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      And he was good at it too.
      Standing at 6ft 3in, John fought 13 times as a pro boxer in the 1980s and 90s for a record of 8-4-1 at heavyweight.
      The fights I had were usually over within seconds. I weren’t an especially big puncher, but, once I got going, I’d not stop swinging until they were out coldJohn Fury
      His one title fight ended up being a defeat against Yorkshire-born Neil Malpass in 1989.
      Journeyman Malpass pummelled John and won on points in a ten-round contest.
      John fought four more times after that, retiring after losing his final fight against Steve Garber at the G-Mex Centre in Manchester in 1995.STREET FIGHTING MAN
      But he was also more than handy at bare-knuckle fighting.
      John, who later coached Tyson and his brother Love Island star Tommy, told the Daily Star: “In 1992, I fought the ­so-called ­champion at the time, an Irishman whose name I can’t even remember, over in Ireland.
      John Fury fought 13 times, winning eight fights during his boxing careerCredit: Rex Features
      John Fury was ringside to see Tyson Fury become heavyweight champion of the worldCredit: Mark Robinson – The Sun
      John believes he can be a mentor to son Tyson Fury now after his prison reformationCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      “With stakes and everything, I came up over a hundred grand.
      “The fights I had were usually over within seconds.
      “I weren’t an especially big puncher, but, once I got going, I’d not stop swinging until they were out cold.
      “I’d not come up for air. I just wanted to kill. I’d hit them with fists, elbows, head, teeth and feet until they dropped and give best [surrendered].
      “If they didn’t, I’d kick their face off, it was up to them. Afterwards, shake hands and on to the next one.
      “In my twenties I was a really ­formidable force.”
      When he quit fighting he became Tyson’s trainer, steering him to the British title after just eight contests.
      Born in Galway, Ireland Johns family were travellers who foughtCredit: Rex Features
      Tommy Fury returned to the boxing ring after becoming a huge reality TV starCredit: Getty Images
      NAMED HIS SON AFTER MIKE TYSON
      When Tyson Fury was born back in 1988, Mike Tyson ruled supreme as undisputed heavyweight champion of the world.
      But the baby was three months premature and weighed just 1lb.
      Fury was given slim chances of survival by doctors, but proved he was a fighter from birth.
      Father John Fury explained on ITV’s documentary Tyson Fury – The Gypsy King: “He was just a pound in weight.
      “The doctor said he probably won’t make it, he’s very weak.
      “I said to all them doctors, he won’t be small, I said he’ll be nearly 7ft tall, 20 stone, the next heavyweight champion of the world.
      “I thought, ‘There’s only one name fitting for him, he’s fought hard to become a person living in this world.’
      “Mike Tyson was the best in the world at that time.
      “Tyson Luke Fury – that’s his name.”
      A TIME FOR REFLECTION
      Fighting got John in serious trouble in 2011.
      A 12-year grudge with Oathie Sykes boiled over and John tried to gouge his foe’s eye out in a fight at a car auction.
      John, the self-confessed ‘hardest man in Britain’, broke down in court as he plead for a lenient sentence.
      He told the court: “I’m worried about my son. His boxing career is on the line.
      “If I could give my own eye to him to get back to my children I would do – I’m begging you for my life.”
      But Skyes offered a different testimony, saying: “It was like he was trying to pull his finger into my brains through my socket.”
      John Fury got in a row with Oathie Sykes, blinding his foeCredit: Rex Features
      Fury once called himself the hardest man in BritainCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      RELEASED WHEN HIS SON WAS CHAMP
      In 2015, John was released from prison after serving four years of his sentence.
      Two months later, his family were celebrating Tyson becoming heavyweight champion of the world after his epic victory against Wladimir Klitschko in Germany.
      John was ringside, and he couldn’t have been prouder of his boy.
      Reformed John was also ready to be a calming influence on his son’s life.
      John told the BBC: “Sometimes his mental state can carry him away but I can understand and help with that.
      “I’ve been very unlucky, but very lucky as well because my son has remained undefeated [during my time in prison] and come on in leaps and bounds.
      “But when I think he is going down the wrong way I can pull him up and tell him ‘we don’t need that’.”
      The Fury clan were happy to be reunited after John’s prison releaseCredit: Instagram @tommytntfury
      NOT AFRAID TO SPEAK HIS MIND
      Since his release, John has become a media pundit for his son’s fights, primarily those in the US because he can’t get a visa to travel to the States due to his criminal record.
      Fury admitted: “I’ve been a naughty boy and there is no point hiding it. I’m not allowed in the country.”
      He’s appeared on BT Sport, and was critical of Tyson’s trainer Ben Davison after his son struggled to overcome Otto Wallin, surviving a nasty gash on his eye that required plastic surgery to fix.
      It was no coincidence that Davison was relieved of his duties after that fight.
      He told BT Sport: “I’ve never seen him as bad.
      “He looked weight-drained, he looked like he’d left it all in the gym to be honest with you.”
      Not mincing his words, he added: “I’m being honest about it, he’s my son, I’m a straight talker, that’s the worst I’ve seen my son.
      John Fury often appears on BT Sport to talk about his son’s fights
      It is believed John Fury is the reason Tyson split with long-term trainer Ben DavisonCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      “But what I can say? I’m very proud of the way he mauled his way through it, he showed world class heart and he will come again.
      “He needs to go back to the drawing board and see what’s gone wrong here. And be honest to look in the mirror and say, ‘Things ain’t gone right.’
      “He needs to look where he’s gone wrong. I’ve half an idea, but that’s for my own.”
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      Inside Oldham’s crisis, as fans protest against owner with demos featuring a coffin and Boundary Park pitch invasions

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      FOR Oldham Athletic fans, the atmosphere at Boundary Park is toxic – and likely to only get worse.On and off the pitch, the Latics are a club in crisis with their followers pointing the finger at owner Abdallah Lemsagam.
      It’s the final nail in the coffin for Oldham Athletic fansCredit: Getty
      Fans have spent almost three years campaigning against owner Abdallah LemsagamCredit: Getty
      They have spent almost three years campaigning against the Dubai-based former agent in the fear that the club is heading for extinction under his regime.
      Since he took over in January 2018, Boundary Park has slowly but surely turned into a war zone with repeated protests by fan groups.
      Before a drab 0-0 draw with Hartlepool, police were forced to patrol a demo that featured a coffin inscribed : “RIP OAFC” and was placed outside the main door of the stadium.
      Supporters have taken to donning clown masks on a match day, echoing the belief that Oldham Athletic have become a circus.
      While there have also been pitch invasions, tennis balls and flares thrown onto the playing surface as the tensions rise.
      And although the club moved off the bottom of Football League Two last weekend on goal difference, despite losing at home 2-1 to Harrogate Town, the ill-feeling is still there.
      In 2019, fed up with not being heard, four fans launched Push The Boundary to communicate the concerns and dissatisfaction with the current owner regarding the handling of the football club, whilst raising awareness of its precarious state.
      Founding member Steve Shipman, 40, tells SunSport: “We started seeing the warning signs a few years ago and that things weren’t quite right.
      “We wanted to do something about it because we were just shouting into a big, black hole.
      “But we didn’t want to get to this point, where we’re near the bottom of the league, before people start to act and it’s too late.
      “We’ve been banging on the door for a couple of years. And initially we were trying to engage with the club, not necessarily saying we want the owner out.
      “We made the point of telling them fans weren’t happy, we gave them evidence of that through the form of surveys, but the owner chose to ignore it.
      Push The Boundary’s founding members, including Steve Shipman, far left
      Flares and tennis balls have been thrown onto the pitch as the fans protest against the clubs ownershipCredit: KIPAX
      “I think what we’ve seen recently with the protests is a culmination of that pressure, fans going on the pitch because they’re unhappy, and now he’s got no choice but to address it.
      “But the fact is, he could’ve done this a few years ago. Fans have got to a point now where enough is enough with the new manager appointments and false dawns.
      “And if he wasn’t going to listen to us, then the fans were going to take matters into their own hands.”
      SunSport has repeatedly highlighted the growing crisis at the club that was originally one of the Premier League’s founding members in 1992.
      Before the lockdown in March last year we reported that unless the controversial Moroccan paid debts of £575,000 to the ground’s leasehold owner Simon Blitz then he would put the club into administration.
      That threat, which Blitz would have carried out, followed a bitter war between the pair after Lemsagam sparked a two-month investigation by The Sun over his claims that he had found a £5.2M “hole” in the club’s finances
      Oldham Police were called in over Lemsagam’s allegations, relating to the construction of the ground’s new North Stand with £1.78M of local council money part of the so – called missing money.
      There was no case to answer by former director Blitz as SunSport confirmed.
      But depressed Latics supporters declare that Lemsagam very much does have one to answer following years of turmoil.
      And many believe that they are witnessing the last rites of the club founded 126 years ago.
      Abdallah Lemsagam has refused to cooperate with Oldham fans who don’t understand his intentions for the clubCredit: Rex Features
      An airplane displays a banner over Boundary Park calling for Lemsagam brothers to leave the clubCredit: Rex
      Shipman stresses what he would like to happen next.
      “The ideal situation would be if Lemsagam works with us and the supporters foundation to help facilitate his exit from the football club,” he says.
      “Let’s work towards something that gets him the most money that allows him to walk away.
      “But what we don’t want is if he brings someone in on his own accord, because he’s already proved he can’t be trusted.”
      Back in March, Lemsagam appointed Keith Curle as manager to save the club from relegation.
      Astonishingly, he is the ninth coach to work for the Moroccan, and before his arrival there were on-going accusations of Lemsagam’s interference in team matters, even down to the selection of certain of his favourite players against others.
      Lifelong Latics fan and Manchester United legend Paul Scholes lasted only 31 days in the job, saying he could not work due to Lemsagam’s meddling.
      Wages of players and staff have frequently been delayed, there have been near misses in terms of administration – not just with Blitz but with the tax man too.
      Yet experienced Curle has a managerial career that spans six previous clubs, including 2020 promotion to League One with Northampton Town.
      The 57 year-old is certain he can spark a revival and insists he is doing things his own way – as he has always done –  that he is his own man, not just a company man.
      Paul Scholes lasted only 31 days in the job at Oldham before walking awayCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Many fans are calling for Lemsagam to sell the clubCredit: Getty
      Curle hints that some of his predecessors may have taken the easy way out and allowed Lemsagam to carry the can rather than look at their own efforts.
      The former Manchester City captain declares that won’t be the case with him.
      He stresses that if he fails to keep Oldham up: “I’ll take all the blame. That’s what I do.
      “When we win a game I applaud everybody that’s helped.
      “When things aren’t going well I shoulder the responsibility. The easy thing to do is look at the past circumstances.
      “But I know when I have all of my players fit and available we will be competitive in this division.
      “I know where Oldham can get to but the route there is not a straight line.
      “A straight line is having £3M in the bank as your budget, you get the best players for the division, and you double up on it.
      Oldham manager Keith Curle is tasked with keeping the club up this seasonCredit: Getty
      Last weekend, Oldham lost 2-1 at home to Harrogate TownCredit: Alamy
      “As proven by Salford, it ain’t as straight a line as you think it is.
       “Whatever get thrown at me, I deal with it in eight words : it is what it is, deal with it.
      “It’s not arrogance, it’s not being aggressive or having a confrontational approach.
      “I’m just not one of those people that keep complaining about problems. I find solutions.
      “Being bottom of the league without ten injured players and working within the restrictions of an EFL transfer embargo is a problem.
      “But I know the solution and we continue to put things together to create that solution.”
      Lemsagam’s brother Mohamed is under fire from the fans, who believe the sporting director has only helped deepen the club’s crisis with dressing room interference.
      Curle stresses : “I don’t know what went on before, but it doesn’t happen with me.
      “That’s not the relationship that we’ve got. I make my own mind up, I make my own decisions, I pick the team.
      Curle insists he hasn’t had any issues with team meddling with the Lemsagam brothersCredit: Alamy
      However, should Oldham fall out of the National League they could be headed to extinctionCredit: Getty

      “How else can it work? It’s the only way I work.”
      Oldham fans will be praying his efforts save their side and their efforts in raising awareness of unrest might make the owners appear more transparent.
      Otherwise, if the club falls out of the National League, they could fall into oblivion like neighbours Bury. Imagine the fans protests then? More

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      Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s amazing car collection, from fleet of Ferraris, including a £1.4m Monza to stunning £650k Porsche

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      AT 40, Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s football career shows no sign of slowing down.And when it comes to his motors, he still loves them fast and incredibly expensive.
      Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s car collection includes a stunning Ferrari Monza
      Most recently, Ibrahimovic has been driving a £160k Lamborghini UrusCredit: Getty
      The Sweden legend, currently starring in Serie A for AC Milan, boasts an amazing car collection that’ll be the envy of all dressing rooms around Europe.
      From an impressive fleet of Ferraris, including the recent electric Sf90 Stradale worth £400,000 he added to his garage, to an astonishing £650,000 Porsche – Zlatan is a true petrol head.
      But, he remained true to his roots when he became an ambassador for car makers Volvo, even driving their modest £40,000 XC40 to training.
      THE NEW ADDITION
      Over the weekend, Zlatan turned 40 – and he really treated himself.
      Unlike us, where a set of Marks and Spencer socks might’ve done, he bought himself a £400,000 Ferrari Sf90 Stradale.
      He shared an image of his new addition on Instagram, captioning the snap: “Happy Birthday to Zlatan”.
      It’s Ferrari’s first foray into electric cars and can reach a top speed up to 211 mph.
      To treat himself for his 40th birthday, Zlatan splashed £400k on a Ferrari Sf90 Stradale
      THE MOST EXPENSIVE
      Zlatan clearly has a thing for Italian fast cars, and splashing out on a new set of wheels on his special day.
      In 2019, for his 38th, he bought a rare Ferrari Monza SP2 for a staggering £1.4million.
      He is only one of 499 people in the world that own the supercar.
      The superfast car can hit 0-60 mph in around 2.9 seconds.
      The Ferrari Monza is the most expensive in Zlatan’s car collection
      Capable of reaching 0-60 mph in just 2.9 seconds, the Monza is worth around £1.4m
      CURRENT RIDE
      However, standing at 6ft 5in Zlatan needs a car that offers him plenty of leg room.
      That’s why, when it comes to training, he prefers an SUV.
      Since returning to AC Milan, the centre forward has been spied arriving to training in a £160,000 Lamborghini Urus.
      The Urus is a favourite of footballers at the moment, including Cristiano Ronaldo who was recently seen driving to Carrington in one.
      Zlatan drives his Lamborghini Urus to training at AC MilanCredit: Getty
      STATEMENT RED
      Only 400 Ferrari Enzo cars exist in the world, and Zlatan has one of them.
      Seen as a collector’s item, it’s a motor that can be sold for over a million pounds at auction.
      It was developed in 2002 using Formula One technology, including a a carbon-fibre body and F1-style automated-shift manual transmission.
      Although, we’ve rarely seen Zlatan driving it.
      Zlatan is one of 400 lucky owners who have a rare Ferrari Enzo worth around £1m
      SPIDER MAN
      Between 2005-2009, the Ferrari F430 Spider was a footballers’ favourite.
      Chelsea legend John Terry, who himself is a Ferrari obsessive, was seen driving one around the streets of Surrey.
      When it was released, it carried a price tag of around £120,000.
      Nicknamed their ‘Baby Enzo’, it can hit 0-62 mph in four seconds.
      Over the years, Zlatan has got himself a fleet of Ferraris, including a 430 SpiderCredit: AFP
      When the Ferrari F430 was released in 2005, it carried £120,000 price tagCredit: Getty
      TOP OF THE RANGE PORSCHE
      Zlatan loves limited edition.
      Which is why he bought a £700,000 Porsche Spyder in and around 2014.
      Only 918 models were made of the supercar, which sold out completely in 2015.
      It was only the second plug-in hybrid car Porsche ever produced.
      Only 918 models of the Porsche Spyder exist in the world
      ANOTHER ITALIAN MASTERPIECE
      Italian gentleman’s car makers Maserati are renowned for their luxury vehicles.
      So, it goes without saying, Zlatan used his extensive time playing in Italy to research enough about the stylish car manufacturers.
      In about 2011, he bought a GranTurismo MC Stradale worth around £92,000.
      Under the hood, it boasts a 450 hp V8 engine and has a top speed of 187 mph.
      Luxury vehicles, like a £92,000 Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale, have also been part of Ibrahimovic’s fleet in the past
      The GranTurismo MC Stradale boasts a 450 hp V8 engine and has a top speed of 187 mphCredit: Handout
      COMPANY CAR
      In 2014, Zlatan began as an ambassador for Swedish car manufacturers Volvo, appearing in a series of ads.
      Now, many footballers won’t often be seen driving the cars they’re sponsored for.

      However, when Ibrahimovic was playing for Manchester United he was a happy with their XC90 model costing around £52,000.
      Often, he would drive it to training and park it amongst a fleet of Lamborghinis and Range Rovers.
      And you can bet no one would’ve been brave enough to give him any stick for it.
      Volvo made Zlatan an ambassador and he appeared in ads for the Swedish car brand
      Zlatan happily drove a Volvo XC90 costing around £52,000 into CarringtonCredit: iCelebTV
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      Deontay Wilder returns to same ring outfit designers for Tyson Fury trilogy fight, after claims costume was too heavy

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      DEONTAY Wilder’s ring outfit designers are BACK for the Tyson Fury trilogy fight, and promise a new costume won’t stop the Bronze Bomber from winning this time round.LA stylists Cosmo Lombino, 57, and Donato Crowley, 53, have contributed towards Wilder’s fierce walk entrances with elaborate designs, including leather bejeweled masks, crystallised crowns and feathered cloaks since 2018.
      LA designers Donato Crowley, left, and Cosmo Lombino, right, are working with Deontay Wilder again ahead of the Fury trilogy fightCredit: Instagram
      Wilder’s previous ring outfit he wore against Fury was a nod to Black History MonthCredit: Rex
      However, after Wilder, 35, was battered by Fury in 2020, one of the excuses that came out of the Alabama native’s camp was the ring outfit was too heavy and caused fatigue that aided a loss.
      Just days after Wilder’s defeat, Cosmo and Donato told SunSport they spoke with the heavyweight brawler to clear the air in an emotional phone call.
      Donato said: “We had an extensive honest conversation that put confusion and rumours to rest.
      “Reiterating that he considers us ‘family’, Deontay was very clear that he looks forward to future collaborations.
      “The subject of the call then turned to ‘Wilder vs Fury III’.”
      Cosmo added: “All of us consider it a privilege to contribute to the cultural professional legacy of the iconic Deontay Wilder.
      “As a fashion organisation, I see no greater honour or responsibility that our team could be entrusted with.”
      Revisiting that moment, the pair told SunSport exclusively their bewilderment at the criticism of their ring outfit, while revealing their excitement to be working with Deontay once again.
      “We were definitely surprised by Deontay’s coach blaming the costume weight for him losing the fight,” the pair told SunSport exclusively.
      “We went to great detail testing it to make sure that nothing would distract or get in the way of Deontay’s mental focus and ring walk.
      “The only additional weight in this costume would have been the lasers and battery packs.”
      Last year, Wilder’s outfit was a nod to Black History Month and cult 60s horror movie Devil Rides Out.
      This time round, Cosmo and Donato have teased a couture piece that’s an ode to Africa.

      Cosmo and Donato’s last creation was deemed too heavy and a reason for Wilder’s loss to FuryCredit: Reuters
      Clear the air talks allowed the parties to work together again, which Cosmo and Donato are very proud of
      It leans on Wilder’s roots going back to the Edo people found in Southern Nigeria.
      “This costume is very special to Deontay,” they told us.
      “He asked us to use red and black colours, which represent Wilder’s African roots.
      “The red represents war, while the black represents a funeral.
      “This time around, we created a couture surprise element that is sure to make heads turn and honour Deontay’s African Edo tribe.
      Cosmo and Donato understand the importance the ring walk has in providing the entertainment factor, as well as an important message.
      There’s also the fear factor it could bring, not that they feel Wilder needs that.
      “The ring walk is a powerful moment for the boxer to display to the world their chosen message in that moment,” they said.
      Cosmo and Donato began working with Wilder in 2018
      One of their creations was this elaborate crown and mask for Wilder’s fight with Luiz Ortiz back in 2019Credit: Getty Images – Getty
      Wilder also wore this mask and crown when he fought Dominic Breazeale in 2019Credit: Getty Images – Getty
      “For Cosmo and Donato our mission was to bring the embodiment of the Bronze Bomber to life in couture warrior form.
      “We’ve been privileged to be in the room with Deontay the day before a fight and were both astounded at the mental change that takes place when the Bronze Bomber enters Deontay’s psyche and remains until the fight is over.
      “We really don’t think Deontay needs an outfit to appear more intimidating, but we’ve had an absolutely amazing time designing these iconic looks.”
      Wilder’s ring outfits have been said to be worth up to £60,000.
      However, Cosmo and Donato are remaining tight-lipped on the cost of their recent designs.
      They revealed: “Well, the last costume was historic and priceless as far as we’re concerned.
      “We put our hearts, souls, blood, sweat and tears into that iconic and epic ring walk couture moment.
      “For his fifth one, well we’ll leave the price of that to Deontay to reveal.”
      On October 9, Wilder will be looking to avenge Fury’s knockout victory by defeating his old foe.
      Cosmo and Donato have revealed they’re backing their boy, who has never appeared more determined to succeed.
      Cosmo and Donato are tipping Wilder to defeat Fury in their trilogy fight
      Deontay Wilder, pictured with his training camp, has never looked more focused before a big fight, according to Cosmo and DonatoCredit: Ryan Hafey/ Premier Boxing Champions
      “It’s Deontay all the way for us,” they said.
      “We’ve never seen him more focused than he is now. There is definitely a determination and fiery redemption energy, along with a sense of calmness of spirit in him at the moment.
      “We believe he’s reconnected to his roots, a tribe of true warriors.
      “He looks better than he’s ever looked and happier than we’ve ever seen him.”
      Eddie Hearn says Tyson Fury ‘doesn’t look ready’ for Deontay Wilder trilogy fight but will still ‘win comfortably’ More

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      Inside Man Utd legend Roy Keane’s life – from 20-year marriage to wife Theresa to his controversial playing career

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      ON the pitch, he was the enforcer at Nottingham Forest, Man Utd and CelticOff it, he’s a milder family man, loyal husband of wife of 20-years Theresa, father of five kids and a generous son.
      Off the pitch, Roy Keane, pictured with wife of 20-years Theresa, is a mild family manCredit: Getty – Contributor
      On the pitch, Keane was the hardman of British football at Manchester UnitedCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      In recent years, Roy Keane, 50, has reinvented himself as a TV pundit on Sky Sports – championed for his sharp analysis, rapport with Micah Richards and wicked sense of humour.
      Although, he has made no secret that he would love to return to management, throwing his hat into the ring for the Celtic job back in April.
      But away from football, the Ireland legend lives a very private life.
      THERESA DOYLE
      This year, Keane surprised us all when he set up an Instagram page, where he’s uploaded pictures of his family, including his grandchildren.
      Still missing from it, though, is his wife of 20-years, Theresa Doyle.
      The pair met in 1992, when the midfielder was playing for Forest under Brian Clough.
      “I spotted a beautiful girl in a club in town. Her name was Theresa Doyle but she blanked me,” Keane once revealed of his encounter with the Nottingham-born beauty.
      “She was in a steady relationship and didn’t seem at all impressed by Roy Keane, the great footballer. In fact, I think my reputation was as a downer for all kinds of reasons.
      “From time to time we ran into each other around Nottingham. I knew some of her friends, who told me Theresa was a dentist’s assistant.
      Theresa Doyle, far right, has been married to Keane for 20-years and he describes her as his ‘rock’Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      Family man Keane joined Instagram and has been sharing pictures of his grandchildrenCredit: Instagram / @officialkeane16
      Since setting up an Instagram account in February, Keane has amassed 1.7m followersCredit: Instagram / @officialkeane16
      “Eventually, after her relationship broke up, she relented and we went out together. I was in love.”
      They got married in a private ceremony at the Church of Our Lady Crowned in Mayfield, Cork, where Keane is from.
      Keane rarely mentions his wife in public, but once opened up about their relationship in a revealing interview with the Sunday Times in the early 2000s.
      “I don’t really mention her in public, but in fairness to her, she has been a rock in my life. Just brilliant. She reads me better than I read myself,” Keane said.
      “I wouldn’t say Theresa likes every part of the package. She knows I haven’t got a halo over my head. Actually, that’s what she likes about me. She also knows I am not the nastiest person in the world.”
      FIVE CHILDREN
      Keane and Theresa have five children together, Shannon, Caragh, Aidan, Leah and Alanna.
      Even though the former footballer has tasted plenty of success on the football pitch, nothing comes close to spending time with his family.
      Even though he enjoyed plenty of success at Manchester United, Keane longed for family time instead of celebrating with team-matesCredit: Reuters
      Keane has five children with wife TheresaCredit: SNS
      In his autobiography, when writing about winning the Champions League in 1999, Keane said he “longed to go home to Theresa and the kids” and wasn’t interested in celebrating with his team-mates.
      However, despite his wish to spend more time with them after hanging up his boots, he previously admitted that they wanted him to get back to work after just two months.
      “My plan when I first stopped was, we’re going to go on some family trips, we’re going to be like the Waltons,” Keane joked.
      “We’re all going to spend time together, go walk in the park and after a month or two they didn’t have the same plan as me so I think they were kind of missing me going to work.
      “I got offered the job at Sunderland and I was away on a family holiday and my family were looking at me… not saying it directly but going we kind of enjoy your company but not too much of it so when the job came back up they were saying you should go for it.”
      MEET THE PARENTS
      Roy’s late father Maurice ‘Mossie’ Keane met his mum Marie at a local dance, and they married in 1963.
      They moved to the Mayfield suburb in Cork, where they raised five children, Denis, Johnson, Hilary, Roy and Pat.
      Keane shared a tight bond with his parents Maurice and MarieCredit: Sky
      Generous Keane bought his parents a home in the countryside in RathpeaconCredit: Instagram / @officialkeane16
      Keane always shared a close bond with his parents and regularly made sure they had tickets to watch his games at Forest and United.
      The generous son also bought them a home in the countryside in nearby Rathpeacon.
      In 2019, Keane was devastated when Maurice passed away after battling illness. He was 79.
      AS A PLAYER
      When Keane was a schoolboy, he began playing football for local side Rockmount AFC.
      From there, he moved to Irish First Division team Cobh Ramblers of County Cork in 1989.
      Keane was spotted by ex-scout Noel McCabe, who immediately recommended the talent to Brian Clough.
      After impressing on trial, he moved to Nottingham in 1990 and blossomed into one of the best young midfielders in the country.
      At Nottingham Forest Keane blossomed into one of the country’s best midfieldersCredit: PA:Empics Sport
      In 1993 Manchester United paid a British transfer record fee of £3.75m to buy KeaneCredit: Hulton Archive – Getty
      Sir Alex Ferguson brought Keane to Manchester United in 1993 for a British transfer record fee of £3.75million.
      Keane went on to become one of the Premier League giants’ greatest captains – winning seven Premier League titles, a Champions League, as well as four FA Cups.
      He retired in 2006, after one season in Scotland at Celtic where he played 10 times.
      IRISH FALLOUT
      Keane’s career has been rocked by scandal over the years.
      But nothing hurt more than missing the greatest football competition in the world in 2002.
      Keane played 65 times for Ireland between 1991-2005, but his international career is unfortunately remembered for his fallout with Mick McCarthy before the 2002 World Cup.
      Keane wasn’t happy with the Irish team’s set-up ahead of the prestigious football tournament and left the training camp.
      Keane’s international career is best remembered for his epic fallout with Mick McCarthyCredit: Reuters
      After he returned home from the 2002 World Cup, Keane was seen walking his dogs nearby his homeCredit: Reuters
      After a confrontation with McCarthy at the team hotel, he flew home and was famously quizzed by reporters about his acrimonious exit while walking his dog near his home.
      Without him, Ireland managed to reach the last-16 before they were beaten by Spain on penalties.
      AS A MANAGER
      Most recently linked with Celtic, Keane previous experiences have been varied in terms of being a success.
      In his first job as Sunderland boss, you could actually say he did well. He took over the Mackems in 2006 when they were second bottom of the Championship.
      In his first season, they managed to win the league and gain promotion. But he stood down from his post before Christmas – with Sunderland struggling in 18th position in the Premier League.
      Keane has had mixed results as a manager, but could return to management one dayCredit: EPA

      Then came a spell at Ipswich, where he failed in a promotion bid and was sacked in 2011.
      Keane returned to the international fold as assistant manager to Martin O’Neill, and was a key member of the coaching set-up that saw Ireland qualify Euro 2016.
      O’Neill and Keane left their jobs after a series of inconsistent results left their jobs hanging by a thread – and reunited briefly at Forest in 2019.
      Niall Quinn says refs were ‘scared stiff’ of Roy Keane as he remembers Man Utd getting an undeserved penalty More