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      The strangest cars footballers drive, from Balotelli’s camo Bentley to Stephen Ireland’s bizarre fleet of motors

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      THEY can’t help it.Sometimes, footballers make so much money they just don’t know what to do with it.
      Former footballer Stephen Ireland is a serial offender when it comes to car crimes
      Case in point, these car-lovers who seem to do their best to ruin their class motors with the oddest customising imaginable, or they just have rather unique tastes.
      The likes of Mario Balotelli, Stephen Ireland and Djibril Cisse have all committed crimes against cars.
      But who do you think is the worst offender?
      Join SunSport in giving you the definite run-down of footballers’ most astonishing looking cars.
      The ex-Stoke City midfielder loved customising his carsCredit: Cavendish
      Ireland once got his missus a special £260k BentleyCredit: Eamon and James Clarke

      Let’s start with Stephen Ireland…
      The ex-Stoke City midfielder has always been a little out there with his car choices, as you can see.
      A pink-trim Ranger Rover did little for his street-cred, while his blue and white resprayed Audi R8 (when he played for Man City) was flashy.
      What made his R8 even more ridiculous was its Superman petrol cap! Why?
      N’Golo Kante the world’s most loveable footballer
      Over the years, Ireland has splashed hundreds of thousands on garish motorsCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      He once bought his wife, Jessica Lawlor a £260k Bentley too, paying £1,000 to have the iconic ‘B’ motif on the bonnet changed to her initials.
      The car also featured red leather seats with ‘To Jess, Love from Stephen’ written in stitches on them, as well as hearts stitched on the headrests.
      The trouble with El Hadji Diouf…
      The notorious Senegal star regularly found himself in hot water, whether it was with managers, referees or even the authorities.
      El Hadji Diouf’s gold-wrapped Escalade was a fright for sore eyesCredit: Alamy
      On the pitch, Diouf was just as controversialCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      On the pitch, he liked to stand out from the crowd, showing off silky footwork with some crafty step-overs, sometimes bamboozling defenders.
      Off the pitch, he was equally as flamboyant and his gold-plated Cadillac Escalade was an ultimate statement of wealth.
      You could say he acted as inspiration for the Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, who covered his Lamborghini in a gold wrap.
      Go, Go Power Ranger…
      Nile Ranger wasn’t afraid to wear his colours on his carCredit: Rex Features
      Ranger’s customised Range even had his name on it
      Manchester United star Jesse Lingard shows off blingy handmade ‘JLingz’ jewellery as he heads to LA
      Former Newcastle star Nile Ranger wasn’t afraid to wear his colours on his car.
      He had his own customised Range Rover in white with a black strip running through the middle of it. But that wasn’t why it was offensive to the eye.
      The fact the bad boy swapped out ‘Rover’ on the bonnet for his own surname was a bit too much to take for us.
      The gall of Gallas…
      William Gallas had his car wrapped in chrome like a shiny disco ball
      Gallas committed a serious hate crime against his Mercedes McLaren SLRCredit: PA:Empics Sport
      When you’ve got an amazing car – in this case a Mercedes McLaren SLR – it’s beauty speaks for itself.
      But if you’re ex-Arsenal and Chelsea star William Gallas, you’ll want to add your own personal touch to proceedings.
      He had his £200k plus car wrapped in chrome, making it look more like a disco ball. What was he thinking?
      Must train harder…
      When David James was at Pompey he had to drive the club’s Robin ReliantCredit: The Digital South
      When David James was at Portsmouth, then manager Tony Adams made a rule that the worst trainer in the squad had to drive a 1992 Robin Reliant the next day to training.
      The ex England goalie was reportedly behind the wheel most days because he was terrible.
      And over the years, Pompey’s pros threw money at the vehicle to customise it – once making it look like Mr T’s A-Team van!
      Balotelli has balls…
      Mario Balotelli’s camo Bentley always caused a stir in ManchesterCredit: Splash News
      The controversial Italian striker once asked, ‘Why Always Me?’ on a hidden shirt revealed after he scored against Man United for his old club, City.
      And when he was in Manchester, he loved going out – and whether or not he was trying to be inconspicuous with his camouflage Bentley, we don’t know.
      But the garish sight certainly meant he stood out from the crowd.Wayne Rooney’s first car…
      Wayne Rooney’s first car was a Ford Ka
      Wayne Rooney hints he was forced out at Everton during D.C. United unveiling

      Since then, he’s definitely had an upgrade, eh? Over the years, we’ve seen Roon driving a Range Rover, a BMWi8 and even an Audi Q7.
      But when he was a whipper-snapper at Everton, the then-teenager invested in his first car.
      Rooney kept in sensible, getting himself a reliable Ford Ka – the sports model, need we add. Note the personalised reg plate.And finally…
      Djibril Cisse got his Escalade decorated with a snakeskin interiorCredit: YouTube
      French star Cisse also had this paintwork of his daughter on his Chrysler
      Cisse is a big fan of customising his cars
      And Cisse also has a rather unique taste in motors unlike any other footballerCredit: Northpix – England
      Djibril Cisse has always been a man who has been out there with his fashion choices.
      The ex Liverpool striker, who is now a DJ, had a snakeskin wrap on his Cadillac Escalade that took pride of place in his car collection.
      But that wasn’t his ultimate statement of individuality.
      On his Chrysler he had a painting of his daughter, Ilona front and centre on the bonnet.
      As touching a sentiment it is, it wouldn’t have done much for its re-sell value. More

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      How Messi spends his £123m-a-year salary, including buying a £5.5m home, £12m private jet, and crazy car collection

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      SO this is how Lionel Messi spends his money.The Barcelona legend’s contract was leaked by Spanish outlet El Mundo.
      Messi has built an incredible lifestyle in Barcelona
      And the 30-page document revealed the Argentine ace, 33, earns £123m per year with a host of bonuses too, including a £35m loyalty fee this coming summer even if he quits the club.
      It’s that salary that’s allowed Messi to live like a king in Catalonia.
      Here’s a glimpse into his amazing lifestyle, featuring a luxury mansion, fancy holidays, plenty of flash cars, and host of hotels, including a new spot in Andorra.
      HIS HOME
      Boasting sea views and being in a no-fly zone, Messi’s abode – valued at £5.5milion – in Barcelona offers a tranquil experience.
      Located in the exclusive suburb of Castelldefels, it’s the perfect spot for the six-time Ballon d’Or winner to reside.
      And he bought himself privacy by splashing out on his neighbour’s home, according to old team-mate Ivan Rakitic.
      Just 12 miles away from the Camp Nou, Messi’s home has a small football pitch, a swimming pool, an indoor gym and a playground for his three children.
      There’s also the incredible sight of the Balearic Sea to wake up to every day – you won’t get that in Manchester, Paris or London.
      Close friend Luiz Suarez used to live nearby while Philippe Coutinho still does should a team debriefing be needed.
      The Messis live in a stunning mansion in the exclusive suburb of CastelldefelsCredit: Instagram @antoroccuzzo88
      The home boasts a stunning and spacious loungeCredit: Instagram @antoroccuzzo88
      Messi has a room dedicated to a collection of shirts in his home
      Football is always on the TV and the family can keep warm by the fireCredit: Instagram @antoroccuzzo88
      Messi often plays football in his garden with his Dogue de Bordeaux called HulkCredit: Instagram @leomessi
      The Messi family regularly congregate in the kitchenCredit: Instagram @leomessi
      Family comes first for MessiCredit: Instagram @antoroccuzzo88
      PRIVATE JET
      If he’s planning on going anywhere in a hurry, Messi has the use of his own private jet that’s worth £12million and has his famous No10 on the tail.
      It was made by a company in Argentina and designed for Messi family with the names of his wife, Antonella, plus children Thiago, Ciro and Mateo featuring on the steps.
      It boasts a number of incredible features, including its very own kitchen.
      There are two bathrooms and enough seats for 16 people.
      Incredibly, the chairs can also be folded up and turned into eight beds too – providing ultimate comfort.
      Messi, however, doesn’t own it – he leases the jet. Still, it won’t come cheap.
      Lionel Messi has got a luxury planeCredit: Goal
      There are names on the steps and a No 10 on the tailCredit: Goal
      The plane was forced to make an emergency landing in Brussels after a technical fault was reported
      There are 16 chairs which can be folded into eight bedsCredit: Goal
      The private jet boasts a kitchen and two bathroomsCredit: Goal
      HOTEL
      With tourism being a huge trade in Barcelona (at least before the coronavirus pandemic hit), Messi has invested his money shrewdly.
      Like his footballing rival Cristiano Ronaldo, he has become a hotelier and bought a £26million hotel in the coastal town of Sitges – some 26 miles from the city.
      The four-star Hotel MiM Sitges is just 100m from the sea, has 77 bedrooms, including five junior suites and one suite, and costs around £105-per-night during high season to stay in a standard room.
      On top of that, there’s the rooftop Sky Bar that boasts panoramic views of the town and Mediterranean Sea, as well as a pool.
      If you’re looking to unwind even further, there’s a top-of-the-range spa that features a sauna, Turkish bath, sensory showers, a recreational pool, a cold plunge tub and a saltwater pool.
      Messi also owns hotels in  Ibiza, Mallorca, Baqueira and Andorra.
      Messi owns the Hotel MiM Sitges
      Sitges is a stunning coastal town just 26 miles from the city
      The hotel cost Messi around £26million
      CARS
      With Messi’s huge salary, he could probably afford to send his car collection over with him if he leaves Barcelona this summer.
      The pick of his motors, said to be worth around £3million, is a £1.5million Pagani Zonda.
      He also has a penchant for Maserati, with a £100,000 GranTurismo S and a GranTurismo MC Stradale in his garage.
      Messi has also been seen driving a Ferrari F43 Spider worth £173,000.
      Although with Barcelona’s deal with Audi ending last year, there were no more freebies from the German car giants.
      Messi boasts a car collection reportedly worth £3millionCredit: Getty – Contributor
      A rare Pagani Zonda worth £1.5million is the jewel of his car collectionCredit: Handout
      Messi seen behind the wheel of a Range RoverCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Messi loves Maseratis and has two different GranTurismosCredit: Xposure
      Barcelona’s sponsorship deal with Audi has since expiredCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      FANCY HOLIDAYS
      When it’s pre-season, Messi likes to let his hair down with a break away.
      But he doesn’t go too far – often picking to hire a private yacht and enjoy Ibiza and Formentera.
      In 2020, he and wife Antonella Roccuzzo were joined by pals Luis Suarez and Cesc Fabregas for a trip around the islands.
      They hired the stunning Seven C charter boat measuring nearly 92ft long that costs £40,000 per week to rent.
      Boasting luxury interiors throughout, the vessel sleeps ten guests in four rooms, including a master suite, a VIP stateroom and two twin cabins.
      Her sizeable deck area offers plenty of room for sunbathing and relaxing, while there’s an outdoor bar to cater for guest’s thirsts.
      Previously, Messi has also stayed at the luxury Caribbean holiday resort Jumby Bay, where private villas cost £5,000 per-night and Sir Paul McCartney has once stayed.
      Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Cesc Fabregas rented this stunning yacht in Formentera in 2020
      Suarez and Messi spent time on board the luxury Seven C yacht while in the Mediterranean with their WagsCredit: Splash News
      Seven C would’ve cost Messi, Suarez and Fabregas £40k-per-week
      Ten guests can sleep in the four cabins
      You can live like a king in the luxurious master bedroom
      All rooms are air-conditioned so guests are always in comfort
      No expense is spared with the luxurious interiors onboard the Seven C
      THE TRAINING GROUND
      Every day Messi hones his skills at the state-of-the-art Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper.
      Since 2009, Barcelona have made this their training ground. It also acts as a multi-sport pavilion for the other sports teams at the club, including basketball, futsal, and handball.
      After training, Messi and Co can use the gym, sauna, and a full-sized pool – all aiding their recuperation.
      Costing roughly around £65million, there are also living quarters where future Barcelona prospects border.
      It was named in honour of Joan Gamper, the founder of the Spanish club.
      Messi trains at the Ciutat Esportiva Joan GamperCredit: FC Barcelona
      The Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper boasts state-of-the-art facilitiesCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      The facility boasts several training pitchesCredit: FC Barcelona
      Barcelona’s professional basketball team is also based hereCredit: FC Barcelona
      Barcelona’s stars are put through their pacesCredit: Rex Features
      LOVE OF HIS LIFE
      Barcelona shares a special place in the heart of Messi and his wife Antonella Roccuzzo.
      Although they were childhood friends in Rosario, Argentina, Messi and Roccuzzo’s love blossomed in the Spanish city in 2009.

      They’ve set up camp, not only with a beautiful home and life, but three sons too – Thiago, Mateo and Ciro all Spanish-born.
      They shared their nuptials in their homeland in Rosario in a glitzy ceremony attended by Barcelona legends Xavi Hernandez, Carles Puyol and Samuel Eto’o.
      No expense was spared. And why not when banking a £123m a year salary.
      Antonella Roccuzzo is Messi’s love of his lifeCredit: Instagram, @antoroccuzzo88
      The stunning Wag was a childhood friend of Messi’s from RosarioCredit: Splash News
      The Messi family have settled in SpainCredit: Instagram @antonelaroccuzzo
      Will the Messi family move from Barcelona?Credit: Splash News
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      Santos wonderkid Kaio Jorge is following in the footsteps of Neymar and has been been linked with Arsenal and Chelsea

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      WILL Kaio Jorge follow in the footsteps of predecessors Pele and Neymar as a Santos legend?Those who follow the game in Brazil believe the forward, 19, has all the ability to match those luminaries.
      Kaio Jorge is the next Brazilian wonderkid, with big things expected of himCredit: AFP
      Jorge is looking to follow in the footsteps of Santos legend RobinhoCredit: Instagram @kaiojorgeramos
      Already Jorge has been labelled the ‘new Ronaldo’ by the Brazilian press, although his numbers don’t quite match that former wonderkid.
      But the precocious teen has still attracted the interest of Europe’s top clubs thanks to his potential.
      Arsenal’s technical director Edu is reportedly a fan, while Chelsea and Inter Milan have also been linked with a move for the youngster.
      With that kind of interest, it would seem Jorge can be Brazil’s next superstar.
      SANTOS YOUTH PRODUCT
      The 6ft forward is a product of Santos’ famed academy that has produced the likes of Neymar, Gabriel Barbosa and Rodrygo in recent years.
      He signed for the club as a 12-year-old in 2012. Three years later, he was remarkably promoted to the U20 side.
      At 16, Jorge made his debut for the first team, coming on as a second-half substitute for Bruno Henrique in a 1–0 home defeat of Atlético Paranaense.
      In doing so, he became the club’s sixth youngest ever player.
      At just 16 Jorge made his debut for the Brazilian clubCredit: AFP
      The press in Brazil see Jorge as the next superstar to rival talents like Neymar and RonaldoCredit: AFP
      A natural goalscorer, Jorge can operate as a No10, on the flanks or as a centre forwardCredit: AFP
      FUTSAL HELPED HONE HIS SKILLS
      Like many Brazil stars, Jorge’s touch and control were learned on the Futsal pitch.
      He first played for Pernambuco-based club Nautico, where he earned a reputation as a goalscorer.
      Jorge then moved to Sporting Recife, before giving up on Futsal in favour of the professional game.
      Santos’ youth side beckoned.

      Jorge honed his impressive skills playing FutsalCredit: Getty
      Blessed with close control and quick feet, Jorge made the transition to the professional game with easeCredit: AFP
      HIS DAD PLAYED TOO
      Football runs in Jorge’s blood.
      His father, Jorge Ramos was a pro and played centre-forward, so no doubt he would’ve learned something from his old man.
      However, Ramos didn’t hit the heights his son already has.
      Spells at Portuguese second division club Chaves, Sport Recife and now fourth division side Gama were as good as it got professionally.
      In recent years, Ramos turned to coaching lower league teams.
      JACK-OF-ALL-TRADES
      A little like Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli, Jorge can operate through the middle or on the flanks.
      Jorge lifts the Fifa U17 World Cup, as well as the top scorer bootCredit: Instagram @kaiojorgeramos
      Chelsea are one of many clubs watching Jorge closely, as a move to Europe beckonsCredit: Instagram @kaiojorgeramos
      As a youth star he operated as a No10 – proving to have a unique ability to thread a killer pass through the eye of a needle.
      Since he made his debut in 2018, Jorge has played in a variety of roles – from centre forward to winger and even a false nine.

      The latter helped him become a Copa Libertadores hit in the 2019-20 season – the same year he exploded on to the scene with Brazil’s U17 team, winning the U17 World Cup and the Golden Boot.
      Domestically, his fine performances led Santos to runner-up – scoring five goals in the competition aged just 18, and a star was born.
      However, can that star shine in Europe? The top clubs believe so, and it may not be long before Kaio Jorge is seen on a bigger stage.
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      Blackburn Rovers star Ben Brereton can help Chile’s golden generation in their World Cup qualifiers and Copa America

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      He was born in Stoke on Trent, he plays for Blackburn Rovers – and Ben Brereton has now received his first international call up… for Chile.But there is nothing forced or artificial about it. Brereton’s mother is Chilean – and that side of the family are understandably very excited to see their relative in the squad that travels to face Argentina on Thursday, and then host Bolivia five days later.
      Blackburn Rovers striker Ben Brereton was a surprise call-up by ChileCredit: Rex
      The Blackburn striker brings two important things to the Chile squad. One is youth. Brereton is 22. Many of his new international team-mates are a decade older.
      Chile still depend on their golden generation, the players who won them their first ever serious silverware with triumphs in the Copa America in 2015 and 16.
      Alexis Sanchez, Arturo Vidal, Gary Medel all came through the Under-20 side of 2007.
      Some are even older, such as the former Premier League pair of goalkeeper Claudio Bravo and left back Jean Beausejour.
      And back in March, in the only game so far under Chile’s new coach, the Uruguayan Martin Lasarte, there was a recall for one time West Ham playmaker Luis Jimenez.
      In his first international for almost a decade, Jimenez scored the opening goal in a 2-1 friendly win over Bolivia, playing as a centre forward in a 4-3-3. Approaching 37, Jimenez is hardly a long term solution.
      Brereton brings down the average age of the squad. And he also adds some physical power to the front line.
      Lasarte was questioned about his new inclusion by the Chilean press, most of whom had barely heard of Ben Brereton.
      Chile’s golden generation won two Copa America titles in a row in 2015 and 2016Credit: EPA
      Brereton will bring height and strength to Chile’s sideCredit: Reuters
      Much of the coach’s response stressed the height and strength of the Blackburn striker – attributes, said the coach, that are in short supply in Chile and are badly needed in the team.
      If Lasarte is going to stick with a 4-3-3 then Brereton would seem to be a good fit for the system. He usually operates wide, but could also fill the centre forward position if needed.
      And should he make a good impression over the next few days, there will be no shortage of opportunities.
      Straight after these two rounds of World Cup qualifiers comes the Copa America – almost certainly in Argentina – and then there are more qualifiers in September, October, November, January and March.
      Indeed, with the pandemic causing a fixture pile up, there could well be a total of 21 international matches to be played in a ten month period.
      On the road to Qatar Chile have lost both of their away games – to Uruguay and Venezuela – and picked up four points at home, drawing with Colombia and beating Peru.
      It is still early days, but at the moment they lie outside the qualifying positions.
      And they are still smarting about failing to make it to Russia 2018, especially as they were reigning South American champions at the time.
      Can Brereton revitalise a struggling Chile side ahead of the Copa America?Credit: Rex

      But in the closing stages of the Russia qualification campaign their results took a dive.
      It seemed that age had caught up with their golden generation. Three years later, little progress has been made.
      A fresh crop of players needs to emerge. The man from Blackburn wants to be part of a revitalised new Chile.
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      Inside Chelsea’s Wags Champions League celebrations with Thiago Silva’s wife on the pitch and Izabel Kovacic’s lucky hat

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      CHELSEA’s stars secured a memorable Champions League win for the West London club.And then partied through the night in Porto, after beating Manchester City 1-0 in epic night for Thomas Tuchel’s men.
      Goal hero Kai Havertz celebrates winning the Champions League with girlfriend SophiaCredit: Getty
      Izabel Kovacic was delighted for partner Mateo after Chelsea’s incredible successCredit: Getty
      Some of the heroes were joined by their other halves in Portugal – who looked like they were enjoying the party.
      From one Brazilian beauty running on the Estádio do Dragão pitch to another cuddling up next to the trophy, these stunners had their own celebrations too.
      SILVA LINING
      Although her beau was taken off injured, that didn’t stop outspoken Isabelle da Silva from getting onto the sacred turf of Porto’s den.
      The defender’s wife was delighted by the success, running onto the pitch with son Isago and shouting at the top of the lungs in her native Portuguese.
      Dressed in full Chelsea top, Isabelle let out a few “whoops” as she sprinted across the halfway line, while filming herself.
      She also enjoyed a loving moment with Thiago – calling him a champion as he gave her a kiss on the side of her head.
      Isabelle Da Silva made sure she enjoyed her husband’s moment with their familyCredit: Instagram @bellesilva

      LUCKY HAT
      Footy fan Izabel Kovacic is always supporting her man, Mateo.
      Her midfield husband didn’t start, but did make an appearance as a second half substitute.
      And the gorgeous model made sure she brought her lucky hat – branded with her children’s brand Lunilou Studios – for the occasion.
      Izabel also draped her hat on the arm of the silverware captioning a photo of Mateo holding it: “My lucky charm.”
      Izabel Kovacic was in party mood after the stunning victory over Man CityCredit: Instagram @izakova
      Kovacic brought along her lucky hat for the proceedings and later draped it on the trophyCredit: Instagram @izakova
      PARTY ON THE PITCH
      Even Thomas Tuchel couldn’t help but share Chelsea’s magical moment with his wife Sissi and their kids, Emma and Kim on the pitch at the final whistle.
      And the gaffer wasn’t the only one who wanted to celebrate with their beloved.
      The usually private Kai Havertz was joined by beautiful girlfriend Sophia Weber.
      Timo Werner and Julia Nagler smiled happily as they held the Champions League trophy.
      Captain fantastic Cesar Azpilicueta grabbed a kiss with his wife Adriana Guerendiain.
      Jennifer Giroud also got in on the act for a photo with the Champions League trophy and her family.
      Captain fantastic Cesar Azpilicueta smiles for the camera with his wife Adriana Guerendiain and their daughterCredit: Getty
      The German contingent Werner and Havertz pose for a snap with the trophy alongside girlfriends Julia and SophiaCredit: Getty
      Eduaord Mendy and his partner get their hands on the cupCredit: Getty
      Katrine Friis shows how proud she is of Andreas ChristensenCredit: Instagram @katrinefogtfriis
      Sissi Tuchel leaps on her victorious husband Thomas TuchelCredit: EPA
      Jennifer Giroud wasn’t going to miss out on the celebrationsCredit: Getty
      THE AFTER PARTY
      The celebrations appeared to continue through the night and even on the team’s plane back to London.
      Willy Caballero and his wife Lucia enjoyed a moment together at the team’s hotel.

      While at some point in the evening, Katrine Friis teamed up with Izabel Kovacic and their partners for a photo op together.
      The next day, Azpilicueta might’ve been forgiven for trading his wife for a morning coffee on his hotel room balcony with the trophy sat next to him.
      But these Wags certainly knew how to have a good time.
      Izabel Kovacic and Katrine Friis enjoyed the after party together with their partnersCredit: Instagram @katrinefogtfriis
      It was family time for Willy Cabellero and his wife LuciaCredit: Instagram
      Skipper Azpilicueta appeared to ditch his wife for a morning coffee in favour of the Champions League trophy
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      Meet the Chelsea and Man City Wags, as the two Premier League giants prepare to face off in Champions League final

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      THEY are the two best teams in Europe, and they’ll be well supported by these beautiful Wags.Chelsea and Manchester City lock horns in the Champions League final on Saturday evening with a point to prove.
      Sergio Aguero’s Wag Sofia Calzetti will be hopeful her man can lead Man City to their first ever Champions League titleCredit: Instagram
      Chelsea Wag and football fan Izavel Kovacic will be watching all the action on SaturdayCredit: Refer to Caption
      The Blues are desperate to end their season on a high after a disappointing FA Cup final defeat to Leicester City.
      While Pep Guardiola’s men will be looking to add a historic first Champions League title to their swollen trophy cabinet.
      Cheering them on will be these amazing Wags – from a model to a reality TV star and a pop singer.
      SOFIA CALZETTI
      Sergio Aguero’s 24-year-old girlfriend Sofia works as a model.
      They met at a mutual friend’s party in Buenos Aires and have reportedly been dating since 2019.
      The beauty, who has almost half-a-million followers on Instagram, is a brand ambassador for Be Dog and Everlast.
      Sofia Calzetti began dating Sergio Aguero in 2019
      24-year-old Calzetti is a model

      IZABEL KOVACIC
      Gorgeous Izabel is the wife of Chelsea’s midfield maestro Mateo Kovacic.
      Labelled Croatia’s answer to Shakira, the 28-year-old is the founder and owner of a successful range of organic and eco-friendly baby products Lunilou.
      Since 2015 she has run the company – which sells baby moccasins, pillows and other accessories – alongside her older sister, Ivana Lucic.
      And cheering the players will be their Wags, who will be hoping their fella can be the match-winner.
      Chelsea Wag Izabel is a successful businesswomanCredit: Alamy
      The 28-year-old beauty is the wife of Chelsea midfielder Mateo KovacicCredit: Refer to Caption
      TAYLOR WARD
      Man City ace Riyad Mahrez could make the move into reality TV once his football career ends.
      For the Algerian superstar dates stunning Real Housewives of Cheshire star Taylor Ward, 23.
      She is famously the daughter of former footballer Ashley Ward and reportedly once dated Mahrez’s team-mate Aguero.
      Riyad Mahrez dates reality TV star Taylor WardCredit: Instagram
      Ward has appeared on Real Housewives of Cheshire and is the daughter of Ashley WardCredit: Social Media – Refer to Source
      ISABELLE DA SILVA
      Outspoken Blues defender Thiago Silva’s wife isn’t afraid to voice her opinion about her hubby’s team-mates.
      After Timo Werner’s woes in front of goal continued in the 1-1 draw with Real Madrid in the Champions League semi-final, she was vocal about the German’s poor finishing.
      In a series of now deleted videos on Instagram, she lambasted the ex-RB Leipzig star.
      But when he made up for it in the second leg, Isabelle, 34, was quick to give Werner the thumbs-up.
      34-year-old Isabelle da Silva is the wife of Chelsea star Thiago Silva
      Isabelle was recently vocal about Silva’s team-mate Timo Werner’s poor finishing
      APRIL IVY
      Colossal Manchester City centre half Ruben Dias might be singing when he’s winning… with his other half.
      April, 21, is a pop star in her native homeland of Portugal – and once scored a No1 hit with her single “Be Ok” in the Portuguese iTunes chart.
      Recently, he revealed that she jokes about his football obsession and the fact he loves going to watch so many matches.
      Ruben Dias dates beautiful Portuguese pop star April IvyCredit: Instagram @aprilivymusic
      Ivy scored a No1 hit on the iTunes chart in her homelandCredit: Instagram @aprilivymusic
      SOPHIA WEBER
      The German brunette is childhood sweetheart of Kai Havertz.
      Sophia prefers a low profile and deleted her social media to remain private.
      However, Havertz sometimes gives us a glimpse into their private life. And they both appear to be Harry Potter fans, dressing up in character for a party.
      Sophia Weber and Kai Havertz are childhood sweetheartsCredit: Facebook
      The pair are fans of Harry PotterCredit: Facebook
      MICHELE LACROIX
      Michele is the wife of Man City’s talisman Kevin De Bruyne.
      Born in Gent, Belgium she began dating the playmaker in 2014 and their romance went from strength-to-strength.
      De Bruyne admitted he chatted Michele, 27, up on Twitter, after she liked one of his tweets.
      27-year-old Michele Lacroix is the wife of Man City ace Kevin De BruyneCredit: Instagram @lacroixmichele
      De Bruyne revealed he chatted Michele up on TwitterCredit: Instagram @lacroixmichele
      CHLOE WEALLEANS-WATTS
      Stunning model and pop star Chloe, 21, is believed to be in a relationship with Mason Mount, according to The Express.

      The 303 singer reportedly met the Chelsea star in 2017 and they soon started dating.
      Chloe shared a picture of them together on holiday in Dubai and Mount let it slip he was spoken for in a hilarious call with a veteran Chelsea fan.
      However, the pair like to keep their romance off social media and rarely share snaps together.
      Chloe Wealleans-Watts is the reported girlfriend of Chelsea playmaker Mason Mount
      Wealleans-Watts is a model and a pop star in the girl band 303
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      Meet the Chelsea and Man City Wags, as the two Premier League giants prepare to face off in the Champions League final

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      THEY are the two best teams in Europe, and they’ll be well supported by these beautiful Wags.Chelsea and Manchester City lock horns in the Champions League final on Saturday evening with a point to prove.
      Sergio Aguero’s Wag Sofia Calzetti will be hopeful her man can lead Man City to their first ever Champions League titleCredit: Instagram
      Chelsea Wag and football fan Izavel Kovacic will be watching all the action on SaturdayCredit: Refer to Caption
      The Blues are desperate to end their season on a high after a disappointing FA Cup final defeat to Leicester City.
      While Pep Guardiola’s men will be looking to add a historic first Champions League title to their swollen trophy cabinet.
      Cheering them on will be these amazing Wags – from a model to a reality TV star and a pop singer.
      SOFIA CALZETTI
      Sergio Aguero’s 24-year-old girlfriend Sofia works as a model.
      They met at a mutual friend’s party in Buenos Aires and have reportedly been dating since 2019.
      The beauty, who has almost half-a-million followers on Instagram, is a brand ambassador for Be Dog and Everlast.
      Sofia Calzetti began dating Sergio Aguero in 2019
      24-year-old Calzetti is a model

      IZABEL KOVACIC
      Gorgeous Izabel is the wife of Chelsea’s midfield maestro Mateo Kovacic.
      Labelled Croatia’s answer to Shakira, the 28-year-old is the founder and owner of a successful range of organic and eco-friendly baby products Lunilou.
      Since 2015 she has run the company – which sells baby moccasins, pillows and other accessories – alongside her older sister, Ivana Lucic.
      And cheering the players will be their Wags, who will be hoping their fella can be the match-winner.
      Chelsea Wag Izabel is a successful businesswomanCredit: Alamy
      The 28-year-old beauty is the wife of Chelsea midfielder Mateo KovacicCredit: Refer to Caption
      TAYLOR WARD
      Man City ace Riyad Mahrez could make the move into reality TV once his football career ends.
      For the Algerian superstar dates stunning Real Housewives of Cheshire star Taylor Ward, 23.
      She is famously the daughter of former footballer Ashley Ward and reportedly once dated Mahrez’s team-mate Aguero.
      Riyad Mahrez dates reality TV star Taylor WardCredit: Instagram
      Ward has appeared on Real Housewives of Cheshire and is the daughter of Ashley WardCredit: Social Media – Refer to Source
      ISABELLE DA SILVA
      Outspoken Blues defender Thiago Silva’s wife isn’t afraid to voice her opinion about her hubby’s team-mates.
      After Timo Werner’s woes in front of goal continued in the 1-1 draw with Real Madrid in the Champions League semi-final, she was vocal about the German’s poor finishing.
      In a series of now deleted videos on Instagram, she lambasted the ex-RB Leipzig star.
      But when he made up for it in the second leg, Isabelle, 34, was quick to give Werner the thumbs-up.
      34-year-old Isabelle da Silva is the wife of Chelsea star Thiago Silva
      Isabelle was recently vocal about Silva’s team-mate Timo Werner’s poor finishing
      APRIL IVY
      Colossal Manchester City centre half Ruben Dias might be singing when he’s winning… with his other half.
      April, 21, is a pop star in her native homeland of Portugal – and once scored a No1 hit with her single “Be Ok” in the Portuguese iTunes chart.
      Recently, he revealed that she jokes about his football obsession and the fact he loves going to watch so many matches.
      Ruben Dias dates beautiful Portuguese pop star April IvyCredit: Instagram @aprilivymusic
      Ivy scored a No1 hit on the iTunes chart in her homelandCredit: Instagram @aprilivymusic
      SOPHIA WEBER
      The German brunette is childhood sweetheart of Kai Havertz.
      Sophia prefers a low profile and deleted her social media to remain private.
      However, Havertz sometimes gives us a glimpse into their private life. And they both appear to be Harry Potter fans, dressing up in character for a party.
      Sophia Weber and Kai Havertz are childhood sweetheartsCredit: Facebook
      The pair are fans of Harry PotterCredit: Facebook
      MICHELE LACROIX
      Michele is the wife of Man City’s talisman Kevin De Bruyne.
      Born in Gent, Belgium she began dating the playmaker in 2014 and their romance went from strength-to-strength.
      De Bruyne admitted he chatted Michele, 27, up on Twitter, after she liked one of his tweets.
      27-year-old Michele Lacroix is the wife of Man City ace Kevin De BruyneCredit: Instagram @lacroixmichele
      De Bruyne revealed he chatted Michele up on TwitterCredit: Instagram @lacroixmichele
      CHLOE WEALLEANS-WATTS
      Stunning model and pop star Chloe, 21, is believed to be in a relationship with Mason Mount, according to The Express.

      The 303 singer reportedly met the Chelsea star in 2017 and they soon started dating.
      Chloe shared a picture of them together on holiday in Dubai and Mount let it slip he was spoken for in a hilarious call with a veteran Chelsea fan.
      However, the pair like to keep their romance off social media and rarely share snaps together.
      Chloe Wealleans-Watts is the reported girlfriend of Chelsea playmaker Mason Mount
      Wealleans-Watts is a model and a pop star in the girl band 303
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