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      Tyson Fury’s car collection boasts TWO new luxury Rolls-Royces, Ferrari supercars and a humble Vauxhall Passat

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      THE Gypsy King boasts chariots that have been the envy of the sporting world over the years.Tyson Fury, 33, recently showed off TWO new Rolls-Royce Phantom Series II motors – priced at a staggering £384,000 each.
      Heavyweight star Tyson Fury boasts an epic car collectionCredit: Refer to Caption
      Fury showed off his first new Rolls Royce on InstagramCredit: Instagram @tysonfury
      Days later, he posted footage of a second Rolls Royce he added to his collection
      A £20k Vauxhall Passat was spotted on Fury’s drive, which he cleaned upCredit: Instagram
      The WBC champion was also spied buying a £140,000 Porsche Taycan – a month after disposing of Dillian Whyte at Wembley stadium.
      But he isn’t all flashy. Tyson was happy to share an instagram story of a £20,000 Vauxhall Passat that he was cleaning on his drive way.
      In the past, he drove a stunning Ferrari GTC4Lusso worth around £250,000.
      And 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 no more than £10,000.
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      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, with a value of around £250,000.
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      Fury added a £250,000 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to his car collection in 2019Credit: BackGrid
      He added it in 2019, after he confirmed his second fight with Deontay Wilder.
      It’s a speedy supercar too – able to hit 0-62mph in just 3.4 seconds.
      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.
      He has also been pictured in a Rolls-Royce Dawn.
      The most expensive motor Fury ever owned was a £360,000 Rolls-Royce PhantomCredit: BackGrid
      Fury pictured in a Rolls-Royce DawnCredit: 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 just £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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      David Beckham’s Inter Miami hopes to entice superstar transfer targets with fantastic beaches and celebrity lifestyle

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      DAVID BECKHAM’s Inter Miami project hasn’t quite gone to plan – but at least they can guarantee some sun.The MLS club’s 2021 season ended up going out with a whimper with the club missing out on the playoffs – with Phil Neville and Co clinging on to the final Eastern Conference post-season spot after 14 games in 2022.
      David Beckham is still hoping to attract a hoard of superstars to his Inter Miami sideCredit: Alamy Live News
      It was hoped the arrival of former Manchester United team-mate Neville as manager might improve things this term – but they are still finding their feet.
      The marquee signings of Blaise Matuidi and Gonzalo Higuain set the tone, before fizzling out. But Beckham’s dream is crystal clear.
      At a press conference initially announcing the club’s formation, the ex-England captain made noises that he was regularly speaking to the world’s best talent to lure them to his project.
      AC Milan striker Olivier Giroud was recently linked with a move to the club, and was reportedly offered a £4million apartment to live in. 
      While even Lionel Messi has hinted that he wants to play his final days in the US – with Miami favourites to land his signature.
      So what can any prospective transfer targets expect from a life in Miami?
      Join SunSport in lending the former Man Utd great a hand in making ‘The Magic City’ the go-to destination for the best footballers in the world.
      THE WEATHER
      While you may have to be wary of the odd tropical storm here and there, Miami weather is mostly perfect.
      January averages around 20 degrees Celsius, while winter highs range between 23-27 degrees Celsius.
      The wet season starts in May and ends mid-October, but the temperatures are between 27-35 degrees Celsius and it’s insanely humid.
      Good job the football season starts in May, otherwise it would be hell playing in those conditions.
      Blue skies and sunshine decorate the high skyscrapers of MiamiCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Miami Beach is the best place for a footballer to top up their tanCredit: Alamy
      THE BEACHES
      They say life’s a beach… Miami has several from Key Biscayne to North Beach, where prime athletes can bronze themselves on a daily basis.
      There’s the 21st to 45th street beach, which runs alongside the Miami Beach boardwalk and South Pointe Park.
      Some of the world’s best hotels and restaurants are nearby, so it’s the perfect spot.
      Anyone feeling active could head to Lummus Beach where volleyball courts are available to rent or there’s thatched huts to lounge under.
      Haulover Beach boasts white sands and a choppy sea, ideal for surfers.
      On Tuesday nights there’s a food truck festival with live music and local foods for the whole family.
      South Pointe Park is perfect for a stroll or jog for a Beckham transfer targetCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Miami Beach is the perfect location for any footballerCredit: Getty – Contributor
      David Beckham won’t have trouble selling the white sands of Miami BeachCredit: Getty – Contributor
      THE RESTAURANTS
      Miami’s cuisine is fit for a king and is influenced by the ocean with plenty of seafood on offer.
      Latin American foods are key here, so most restaurants boast many Cuban-influenced dishes – most meat-based.
      The most exclusive restaurants in town are Terrazza in the Shore Club Hotel, Zuma in the heart of downtown Miami and Jaya at the Setai Hotel.
      Jaya is a favourite of the likes of Jay Z and Bono whenever they’re in town, with menu highlights including a whole branzino for a reasonable £27.
      Terrazza’s Italian by-the pool fare will attract many footballers wanting to load up on carbs.
      While Zuma’s light Japanese meals will have weight-conscious footballers frothing at the mouth.
      Eating by the pool at the Shore Club Hotel is what most sports stars do in Miami
      Jay Z and Bono are fans of the Jaya at The Setai hotelCredit: Jaya at The Setai, http://www.thesetaihotel.com/
      Footballers will love the Asian cuisine on offer at the JayaCredit: Jaya at The Setai, http://www.thesetaihotel.com/
      Footballers could rest poolside at The Setai hotel during preseasonCredit: Jaya at The Setai, http://www.thesetaihotel.com/
      THE STADIUM
      Central to Beckham’s Miami franchise is a super stadium fit for the best players in the world.
      The 18,000 all-seater arena is in the Overtown neighbourhood, near the Miami River, and was originally met with some controversy from the locals who didn’t think a stadium should be built on the site.
      A world-class training centre sits next door to the stadium and boasts first class facilities.
      However, be sure that it will be a state-of-the-art venue, not only fit for football, but ready to house concerts featuring the world’s leading pop stars.
      Interestingly, it won’t be the biggest stadium in the country, but it’ll surely be a sellout week in, week out with Beckham involved.
      However, there are now plans to create a $1BILLON stadium, which will be ready for 2025 and hold 25,000 fans.
      Plans are almost in place for a new 25,000 seater stadium costing $1BILLION
      David Beckham’s Miami stadium is fit for any top footballerCredit: Splash News
      THE CELEBRITY CULTURE
      After all, this lot can’t be wrong.
      The most famous faces in the world choose Miami as a holiday destination, pouring in on their private jets regularly during the summer.
      Some celebrities even call Miami home, so any footballer who wants to embrace celebrity culture should look no further.
      Anna Kournikova and Enrique Iglesias, Lenny Kravitz, Sean Combs, Matt Damon and Jennifer Lopez all have lavish homes in Miami.
      Most opt for Star Island, so expect footballers to be checking out homes in that area.
      With footballers making the crossover into movies and TV, major productions in the city are on the rise.
      Could the team feature in The Rock’s show ‘Ballers’ in a future episode?
      A Miami-based footballer could be mates with Anna Kournikova and Enrique IglesiasCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Sean Combs loves living the Miami lifestyleCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      You could bump into Jennifer Lopez living in MiamiCredit: Fame Flynet
      Matt Damon is an active celebrity in Miami circlesCredit: Getty – Contributor
      SPORTS CULTURE
      Anyone moving to Miami will have to be very aware of the sports culture that runs through the city’s veins.
      Although the Miami Dolphins haven’t tasted Super Bowl success since 1974, they’re steeped in NFL history thanks to legendary quarterback Dan Marino.
      The NBA team Miami Heat was the one-time home of LeBron James when they picked up consecutive championships in 2012 and 2013.
      They’re also represented in the MLB by the Marlins, who are co-owned by NY Yankee great Derek Jeter and have won two World Championships.
      The Miami Heat are the most successful sports franchise currently in the cityCredit: USA TODAY Sports
      David Beckham’s football team could have cheerleaders like the Miami HeatCredit: Getty – Contributor
      David Beckham’s Miami franchise will rival the Miami Dolphins for fansCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Any single footballer may be interested in dating a Miami Dolphin cheerleaderCredit: Corbis
      The Miami Marlins are favourites of the Hispanic communityCredit: Getty – Contributor
      BAYSIDE MARKETPLACE
      For shopping and dining, incoming footballers will look no further than taking a stroll along Bayside Marketplace.
      Wrapping along the bay walls of the bank, it boasts designer shops, posh restaurants and a great vibe that encompasses all that’s great about Miami.
      Incidentally, Miami Vice often filmed episodes here, so if it’s good enough for Don Johnson…
      Bayside Marketplace offers fine dining and shoppingCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Bayside Marketplace was where Miami Vice was mostly filmedCredit: Getty – Contributor
      OCEAN DRIVE
      No doubt any big-name Beckham signing will be driving a fresh motor.
      With that in mind, they’ll definitely want to cruise down Ocean Drive with its surrounding Art Deco hotels and bars.
      The Clevelander Hotel, with its bar and massive swimming pool provide a great spot to grab a refresher in the hot heat.
      You’ll be mad not to be impressed by the architecture.
      It’s an amazing experience for any tourist and any future Beckham signing.
      So, where do we sign up?
      Ocean Drive boasts some of Miami’s best hotels and barsCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Ocean Drive is a haven for Art Deco buildings and is perfect for footballers to cruise downCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Ocean Drive comes alive at nighttime with its bustling nightlifeCredit: Getty – Contributor
      EVERGLADES
      On the list of must-do things in Miami – and Becks doesn’t even need to sell the tourist haven – is the Everglades.
      Unlike anything in the world, it’s your best chance of seeing a crocodile swimming in its natural habitat.
      Over 1.5 acres long, the wetlands begin in Orlando at the Kissimmee River and end at Lake Okeechobee.
      The Everglades is one of Miami’s most famous tourist attractionsCredit: Getty – Contributor
      You could see crocodiles on a tour of the EvergladesCredit: Getty Images – Getty More

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      TV presenter Jules Breach is Brighton fan who is Channel 4’s face of football who is hosting England against Hungary

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      CHANNEL 4’s Jules Breach is the friendly face greeting viewers as they tune in for England’s fixture against Hungary.The presenter has enjoyed a meteoric rise in the industry, leading presenting roles for BT Sport, Premier League Productions and CBS.
      Jules Breach is the new face of football on Channel 4
      Breach was in Paris for the Champions League final between Liverpool and Real MadridCredit: Getty
      Jules Breach is the one of the faces of BT SportCredit: Instagram
      Jules Breach spent the recent international break on holiday in Dubai
      And as Channel 4 have announced themselves as the home of England’s Nations League campaign, Breach is preparing to lead coverage of England’s games against Hungary, Italy and Germany.
      The Brighton fan, who was born on the south coast, enjoyed a childhood living in Jamaica until she was 14.
      The 35-year-old says she owes her allegiance to Graham Potter’s side to her cousins, claiming they “lived and breathed everything Seagulls.”
      She originally aimed to play tennis professionally, although time at university helped build her passion for the media.
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      Why Erik ten Hag is hell-bent on Frenkie de Jong transfer and three ways Barcelona star would transform Man Utd

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      MANCHESTER United’s new coach Eric ten Hag is determined to sign Frenkie de Jong from Barcelona.Is it just because United have needed a new midfield for seasons or is De Jong much more than just a replacement for Paul Pogba?
      Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong could be on his way to Man Utd
      Erik ten Hag wants to make his mark on Man Utd
      As Manchester United transition from their interim coach Ralf Rangnick to their permanent appointment, former Ajax head coach Eric ten Hag, the big question is who will they buy?
      There are key areas where the club need to add quality but part of this will also be informed by the players who are leaving the first-team unit. 
      The biggest area of weakness is the midfield where Pogba, Nemanja Matic and Juan Mata are leaving. 
      Ten Hag is determined to make the Dutch international Frenkie de Jong from Barcelona the first signing of his reign as manager. 
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      De Jong enjoyed a good working relationship with Ten Hag when the two of them were together at Ajax.
      So what would De Jong bring to Old Trafford and why is Ten Hag so keen on recruiting him.
      There are three main ways he would improve Man Utd next season, and it’s not great news for Bruno Fernandes.
      1. He would drive United forward
      Frenkie de Jong is perhaps best described in the modern game as an ‘8’ in that he wants to play as one of the more advanced midfield players. 
      If Ten Hag chooses to play in a 4-2-3-1 in order to play Bruno Fernandes as the ‘10’ then De Jong can play as one of two in a double pivot at the base of the midfield although he will break out and push forward in possession.
      De Jong is an elite ball carrier and when he drives at the opposition he will force multiple defenders to move towards him which creates space for teammates.
      De Jong has enjoyed a strong season at Barcelona
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      At Ajax, there were times in which De Jong was even used as a ball-carrying central defender, although that is not a role that we would expect to see recreated were he to move to Manchester.
      One of De Jong’s biggest strengths is his ability to carry the ball dynamically in central areas of the pitch. 
      He is a superb technical footballer and his ball control and balance are top-level. 
      As such he moves with the ball centrally and has the ability to engage and drive past opposition midfielders. 
      This ability is hugely disruptive for opposition teams as they need to commit more than one defensive player towards the ball when De Jong is in possession and this in turn creates space for his teammates.
      Crucially, when moving in possession of the ball De Jong will keep his head up and look for opportunities to play line-breaking passes.
      When De Jong drives forward in the midfield his passing ability is top level. He is capable of threading balls through the defensive line and finding ways to create goal-scoring opportunities for his team
      This ability to drive in possession or find progressive or line breaking passes is also extremely important when his side are in the build-up phase of the game. 
      De Jong will drop back and receive from his central defenders or fullbacks as the opposition look to press and engage high. 
      From these areas, he can then drive forwards or find ways to move the ball to the next level with quality.
      2. He perfectly suits Ten Hag’s style
      A large part of the problem that affected United over the course of last season was that they had little continuity in terms of the tactical principles that they would use. 
      When they switched coaches from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to Ralf Rangnick mid-season we thought there would be an implementation of the Red Bull Leipzig style of play which requires vertical passing and aggressive pressing.
      That did not, however, happen as the German coach realised that he did not have the players that would fit that style and as such United were caught between styles with no clear tactical identity.
      They seemed to want to play from the back and build-up through the thirds of the pitch but the lack of a true passer in the midfield area, especially when Fred was injured, made this extremely difficult.
      McTominay and Matic are not happy receiving the ball in these areas when facing their own goal. As such the defenders were less keen to trust them with the ball and the opposition were able to press high
      Man Utd missed Fred when he was out injured
      As they would look to play out from the back we would see a clear tendency to ignore the central midfielders or at least to only give the ball to them if it was absolutely necessary. 
      This was particularly true when Fred was injured.
      In these areas, we would expect to see De Jong demanding possession of the ball. 
      When the Dutchman receives the ball in these areas he does so on the half-turn with the threat to take a touch and drive it past the opposition midfield. 
      If the opposition players get too tight hen De Jong can roll them and drive into the space. 
      If the opposition sit off, however, De Jong will take possession of the ball and find driven passes to break the line of pressure and move his team into the midfield.
      It became common to see the United defenders trying to go long and to bypass the central midfielder
      By adding a dynamic ball carrier to their midfield unit, as well as a player who has elite ball progression numbers, United will be better placed to play the style of play that Ten Hag is likely to demand of his team.
      3. He can control the game in the final third
      Frenkie de Jong is also a player who can take control of the game as they move into the final third. 
      His ability to drive in possession but also to play with his head up adds something that the United midfield currently does not have.
      His decision-making in terms of when to take the ball and drive in possession and when to play short passes to shift the angle and move the opposition player is typically very good.
      United’s midfield was too passive last season with no real attacking intent. Here McTominay has the freedom to drive past the opponent and attack the space. Instead, he checks back and plays the lateral pass.
      Bruno Fernandes could find his role is limited if Frenkie de Jong joins
      De Jong is similar in many ways to the Liverpool and Spain midfielder Thiago in that his first instinct in possession of the ball is always to find ways to drive the play forward and to move the opposition back. 
      When United are in the more established attacking phase we would see De Jong look to press forwards and find pockets of space behind the opposition midfield or in the channels.
      From these areas, he would be able to receive the ball on the half-turn before really attacking the penalty area.
      In moments of transition last season we saw United move the ball forward to Ronaldo with no support behind the ball from the midfield.
      His ability to drive with the ball forces the opposition players to engage him and he has the ability to play through the pressure or find passes into space on the far side of the field should he want to change the angle and the point of the attack.
      When De Jong breaks into the penalty area he retains the ability to find creative passing angles but he also provides huge danger by holding the ball and looking to create shooting angles.
      Will he be United’s Thiago or another Donny van der Beek?
      Well, if United do splash a lot of cash on a player who has already said he’s quite happy staying at Barca, they are going to be hoping he is certainly more Thiago than Donny.
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      De Jong ticks a lot of boxes for United in general but then even more so when it comes to what Ten Hag is likely to try and do on the pitch.
      And he could also bring out the best in Van der Beek, which would be an achievement in itself.
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      Sports stars’ worst tattoos, from Beckham to Sancho, Bellerin, Dele, Hart and a Tokyo 2020 howler

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      THEY say money can’t buy you taste.And for all the millions today’s top athletes make – whether it be footballers or any other sports star – it appears that mantra has never been more true than when applied to tattoos.
      Goalkeeper Joe Hart is the latest footballer to get an eyesore of a tattooCredit: Refer to Caption
      Former England goalkeeper Joe Hart proved that with the massive block of ink across his right shoulder.
      And not even the unofficial King of Cool David Beckham is immune to an occasional style blunder.
      Here’s a look at some of the worst around.
      Dele Alli
      Dele Alli has a tattoo of Bamm Bamm from the Flinstones on his forearm
      Look past the gold bling and you will see Spurs star Alli’s permanent tribute to Bamm Bamm from the Flinstones.
      A somewhat unconventional choice, Alli – whose first name is Bamidele – is thought to have got it because his nickname is Bam Bam.David Beckham
      England Becks has an intricate grouping of planets inked on his headCredit: Rex Features
      A fashion icon the world over and hugely admired midfielder, we’ll let Becks off for this one given he’s barely put a foot wrong in the past, apart from that sarong, those cornrows and that all-leather get-up…
      Beckham has more than 40 tattoos but this one is probably the strangest, not least because of where it is.
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      Derlis Ayala
      Olympic runner got Tokyo 2020 tattooed on his calf – before the Games was postponed by a year due to coronavirus.
      The 32-year-old qualified for Tokyo after finishing fifth overall in the Buenos Aires Marathon in September 2019.
      Ayala – who represented Paraguay in the 2016 Olympics in Rio in the marathon where he finished in 136th place – got the Olympics rings plus the date and location inked on – but now he will need to change the 0 to a 1.

      Sergio Aguero
      Ex Man City star Sergio Aguero isn’t quite sure what his Lord of the Rings tattoo saysCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Those are not hieroglyphics down the prolific striker’s forearm but the Elvish language from Lord of the Rings.
      Aguero must be a pretty big fan of the film, then, huh?
      Er, no. But he must at least know what it means? Nope – he hasn’t even seen the movie.Nicolas Otamendi
      Most people get tattoos of the things that are most important to them – family members, dates and religious symbols.
      Former Man City ace Otamendi, though, clearly loves watching TV so much and has inked stars from hit shows Breaking Bad, Peaky Blinders and Vikings on his back.
      At the top of his back, the Benfica defender has Walter White, the main character in Breaking Bad, while lower down there is an image of Peaky Blinders protagonist Thomas Shelby.
      Nicolas Otamendi showed off his impressive tattoo collectionCredit: Rex Features
      The main characters from Breaking Bad – Walter White – and Peaky Blinders – Thomas Shelby – feature on the Argentinian’s back
      To the left appears to be Ragnar Lothbrok from Vikings.
      They make up what is an impressive collection including a pocket watch, a lion, a bear and the more regular tattoos such as names of some of his family members.
      Jadon Sancho
      Man Utd star Jadon Sancho sporting his cartoon tattoos at during a Borussia Dortmund training session
      It’s easy to make the link between rapid England winger Sancho and his tattoo of Sonic the Hedgehog.
      After that, things become a bit of a stretch.
      Having the Simpsons daubed on his arm can perhaps be likened to his former team Dortmund side’s famous Yellow Wall – if you were really trying.
      But Spiderman? There’s only so much Cartoon Network one man can need.Hector Bellerin
      Hector Bellerin has the word ‘two’ tattooed on his leg to match his shirt numberCredit: Getty – Contributor
      When he’s not flaunting questionable clobber at fashion shows, Bellerin likes to pose in retro-style photos, get tattoos and play football.
      Here, he dedicates his commitment to the Arsenal cause by getting his shirt number permanently etched on his thigh.
      That said, he’s looking for a move in the summer – so might have to get a new number tattooed on his body.
      Erik Lamela
      Lamela has a tattoo of a dog on his thighCredit: Reuters
      Dodgy tattoos have no allegiance and could not care less about who ruled North London.
      But when Erik Lamela was playing for Spurs, he showed off this corker of a tattoo/
      Yes, it’s a picture of a loveable bulldog.Artur Boruc
      Artur Boruc’s hideous monkey tattoo in all its gloryCredit: Willie Vass
      Word cannot do justice to just how bad the former Bournemouth’s keeper monkey tattoo is around his belly button
      Just awful.
      No. Not even doing a ‘monkeying around’ pun for this.Eljero Elia
      Eljero Elia spelled Feyenoord incorrectly and got the date of his Cup final win as May 24 rather than April 24Credit: Instagram
      Spell the name of your club incorrectly? Check. Get the date wrong of the final you played in and won? Check.
      Feyenoord winger Elia had a stinker with this tattoo back in 2016, but got it corrected to display the correct details.Uros Vitas
      Vitos’ inking was a nice thought… but should have remained just a thought
      Fair play to Serbian defender Vitas for showing off the love of his life, Andrijana, in tattoo form.
      Shame it looked so frightening.
      Marcelo Brozovic
      Brozovic’s weird hand tattoo is one of a kindCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Inter midfielder Brozovic got this ‘epic Brozo’ tattoo to match his equally epic celebration whenever he scores.
      Not only is it in a peculiar position on the top of his hand, he also opened a bar in his native Croatia with the name Epic Brozo and, yep, you guessed it, an image of the winking face.Amato Ciciretti
      How will Amato Ciciretti’s social media tattoo have aged by the time he’s 50?Credit: Twitter
      He is the journeyman Italian who plays for Como in Serie B, but Ciciretti must be social media famous to go to the lengths of having his Twitter handle tattooed on his calf?
      Surprisingly, no. Instead, the 28-year-old removed his account after amassing just over 2,000 followers, and tweeting just 31 times Any regrets, Amato?Nile Ranger
      Nile Ranger is among the footballers with the world’s worst tattoosCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Nile Ranger got his surname tattooed across his headCredit: Jamie McPhilimey – The Sun
      Perhaps it was just in case he forgot. Nile Ranger – or, as the tattoo would suggest, Nile Ranges – went through the unnecessary pain of having his surname printed above his eye.
      To be fair to the former Newcastle striker who has a smiley face tattooed inside his mouth, there wasn’t much space left on the rest of his body.
      Layvin Kurzawa
      The belly-button should have one job, and one job onlyCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Not quite as bad as Boruc, but here’s another footballer who mistook the belly-button’s purpose for postnatal artwork.
      The Paris Saint-Germain’s left-back needs to keep his shirt on with the terrifying face on his stomach.Daniele de Rossi
      Retired Italian midfielder sent a message to opponents with his calf tattooCredit: AFP
      At first glance, the retired Italian’s calf looks more like it should be placed outside the gents’ loo.
      Instead, De Rossi’s hazard warning tattoo backs up his hardman image as the tough-tackling midfielder snapping at opponent’s ankles.Marko Arnautovic
      Marko Arnautovic could not quite decide which font to haveCredit: Getty – Contributor
      A message of motivation is blazoned across the former West Ham forward’s stomach.
      The problem is Arnautovic seemed as certain about the font he wanted for the tattoo as he was about which club he’d be playing for the following season.Mauro Junior
      An iconic image with a motivational message?Credit: Getty – Contributor
      There was, perhaps, an oversight when PSV’s young midfielder got a famous image tattooed down his left forearm.
      Some will see King Arthur attempting to pull the legendary sword from a stone. Others? Well, we’ll leave that to you..Ricardo Quaresma
      Chelsea flop Ricardo Quaresma has some questionable facial tattoosCredit: —
      Is there something the former Porto and Chelsea man needs to tell us?
      In most quarters, teardrop tattoos tend to signify the amount of people the wearer had killed in prison.
      Quaresma’s short stay at Stamford Bridge didn’t include much lethal work.Jay Bothroyd
      On first look, the former England striker appears to have a random arsenal pictured down his ribs.
      Tilt you head slightly and the weapons just about spell out the word ‘love’. Awww?
      Do you love it or hate it?Credit: Twitter More

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      Patrice Evra is football’s social media king, kissing a chimp, licking a chicken and taunting England fans

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      HE’S game for a laugh.Patrice Evra, 41, has had us in stitches over the years sharing some hilarious social media posts.
      Patrice Evra always entertains his nine million followers on Instagram
      The former Man Utd and France defender has done everything from getting off with a monkey to feeding a lion. In honour of the funniest footballer on Instagram, SunSport celebrates the veteran star’s best social media moments.
      Keeping it festive
      For Evra the spirit of Christmas is perfectly captured by a dancing reindeer, well if his most recent Instagram post is to be believed!
      The hilarious star dresses up in a reindeer suit and shakes along to the Soca Boys hit Follow the Leader in a brilliant clip.
      He also insists: “If you don’t believe in Santa you must tell your kid mini black Santa is the real one” in the video.
      After getting ‘Rudolph’ dizzy he adds a comical trip to proceedings.

      That time he dressed up as a panda
      Patrice had a novel idea when it came to stamping out racism in football.
      He dressed up like a panda, danced and delivered a fine speech to his four million Instagram followers.
      Evra said: “Be like a panda. I am black, I am white, I am Asian and I am chubby. I am full of love. I love this game, say no to racism.”
      Patrice Evra dressed up like a panda and danced around to combat racismCredit: Instagram @Patrice.Evra
      Patrice Evra dances in a Panda suit and encourages people to say no to racism
      Taunting England
      Singing into some fish and chips and wearing a Gallagher brother wig, Evra joked dinosaurs were alive the last time England won a major trophy ahead the EEuro 2020 semi-final against Denmark in a hilarious clip.
      He begins by singing along to Fatboy Slim’s 1999 hit Praise You before shouting, “It’s Monday,” down the camera.
      He continues: “Everyone’s been waiting for this for so long. “Last time England won a trophy, even the dinosaurs were still alive!
      “Come on chaps! You can do this! Come on!”

      Patrice Evra showed his support for England by singing into some fish and chips

      When he got the seal of approval
      Over the years Patrice’s “I love this game” catchphrase has come in handy for his social media posts.
      None more so when he bellowed out his mantra as a huge seal was being fed behind him.
      Cue said seal resting his head on top of Evra’s in the ultimate act of comic timing that couldn’t have been done better than Morecambe and Wise.

      Patrice Evra loved hanging around with a sealCredit: Instagram @Patrice.Evra
      Patrice Evra makes friends with a seal in heartwarming new video
      One Love
      That’s exactly how we felt when we saw Evra’s incredible Bob Marley impression.
      Wearing the reggae star’s trademark beanie hat with dreadlocks attached, he belted out the Jamaican’s hit, One Love.
      He definitely left us feeling together and alright after seeing this splashed on social.
      Patrice Evra sang Bob Marley’s One Love on InstagramCredit: instagram
      Patrick Evra sings Bob Marley classic, One Love
      Jeep thrills
      Is there a better way to prove you’ll come back stronger and fitter than ever?
      We don’t think so. After having his contract terminated by Marseille, Evra took to social media to tell fans he’ll be back.
      He did it in the most extravagant way with a video that saw him pulling a Jeep.
      Patrice Evra pulled a Jeep to show he would return stronger than ever after his contract was terminated by MarseilleCredit: Instagram @Patrice.Evra
      Patrice Evra vows to come back ‘stronger than ever’ as he pulls JEEP with man on top
      Doing some home chores
      There could be nothing more boring than ironing.
      But if you do it the way Evra does it, then you’re likely to have a right laugh.
      The left back treated us to a video of him ironing his Juventus Champions League shirt, while singing along to Barry White.
      For the record, he sang Can’t Get Enough of Your Love Babe brilliantly.
      Patrice Evra even made boring ironing look entertainingCredit: Instagram @Patrice.Evra
      Patrice Evra posts clip of himself doing the ironing to Barry White!
      Feeding a lion
      He’s so flamboyant, he feeds lions.
      And he showed his love for his feline friend by giving the cub some milk from a bottle in a video uploaded last year.
      Evra captioned the vid: “Good night my little friend need some milk. I love this game. #ilovethisgame #goodnight #lion #babywhitelion #positivevibes #milk.”
      He debuted the lion in 2018, but we haven’t seen it for a while.
      Patrice Evra feeds milk to a baby lionCredit: Instagram @patrice.evra
      Boxer Amir Khan and footballer Patrice Evra feed milk to baby lions
      Evra’s Bank Holiday song
      The former Man United star showed us the way on May 1, 2017 on a Bank Holiday by bursting into song.
      He chose The Temptations hit My Girl and displayed signs that he could have a future as a pop star.
      If you’re watching, Simon Cowell look no further than signing this man up.
      Patrice Evra has a talent for singingCredit: Instagram @Patrice.Evra
      Patrice Evra gets into the Bank Holiday spirit as he sings My Girl in his car
      His love of Marvin Gaye
      There’s no doubt about it, Evra is a huge fan of the soul legend.
      Only last month, he treated us to a bizarre impression of Gaye, wearing a bathrobe, sunglasses and a curly wig.
      Even more strange was the fact he seemed to have lost one of his £825 shoes while performing Sexual Healing.
      Patrice Evra has a bizarre obsession with Marvin Gaye and dressed up as the singerCredit: Instagram @Patrice.Evra
      Patrice Evra does Marvin Gaye impression in his bathrobe – and one shoe
      Kissing a chimpanzee
      In probably the greatest video any footballer has uploaded to social media, Evra’s kissing chimp moment will live on forever.
      The full-back can be seen puckering up next to the chimp as he asks the monkey: “You love my game or not? Then kiss me.”
      Evra jokes: “No tongues,” as the chimp leans in and obliges. It’s comedy gold.
      Patrice Evra loves to monkey around with his chimp pal
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      Sad decline of England legend Michael Owen from teenage hero to Real Madrid flop and ‘most boring’ TV pundit

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      MICHAEL OWEN has gone from the golden boy of English football to being considered the ‘most boring pundit’ in the sport. Back in 2002, Liverpool star Owen was fresh off his Ballon d’Or victory having catapulted his career with that stunning goal against Argentina at the 1998 World Cup. Owen was the golden boy of English football at the turn of the centuryCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd

      Gemma Owen has been confirmed for the series

      Gemma with her dad Michael

      That summer, the 22-year-old took a trip to Alton Towers and, to escape his adoring fans, he wore a peaked cap and sunglasses. From the highs of being named the world’s best player, and sensationally signing for Real Madrid, Owen’s career slowly spiralled towards retirement and beyond. Now his daughter Gemma is set to make a name for herself by appearing on Love Island 2022. In 2019, Owen was involved in an explosive Twitter row with former pal Alan Shearer after the release of his autobiography. But where else to begin than with one of the most memorable goals in English football. In Saint-Etienne, France, in 1998, an 18-year-old Owen went on the most memorable mazy run around a helpless Argentine defence before giving England the lead.
      ROARING LION
      While Glenn Hoddle’s team were beaten on penalties, knocked out the tournament at the last-16 stage, Owen had announced himself to the world. Over the next six years, he scored an incredible 118 goals in 216 games for Liverpool, helping the club to an FA Cup, two League Cups, a Community Shield and Uefa Cup. Owen won both Young Player of the Year and Player of the Year in 1998 while also picking up his first Premier League Golden Boot. He is one of just two Englishmen to win the Ballon d’Or in over 40 years, with Kevin Keegan picking up the gong in 1978 and 1979. So it came as a devastating blow to the Anfield club in the summer of 2004 when Owen was plucked away to be a Galactico in Madrid.
      Michael Owen announced himself to the world’s stage with a stunning goal against Argentina at the 1998 World CupCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd
      Owen’s prolific ability helped Liverpool to Uefa Cup victory in 2001Credit: PA:Press Association
      Owen was revered for a sensational goal against Arsenal in the 2001 FA Cup finalCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd
      Owen is the only Englishman in over 40 years to win the Ballon d’OrCredit: ITN
      Real president Florentino Perez said: “Signing Michael Owen is following our tradition. We are signing an excellent player with talent who is able to give us something special.” But the move didn’t go as planned. Owen was the subject of criticism from the Bernabeu fans and Spanish press due to his lack of form, and he spent much time as a substitute. He left Spain after just a year, having scored 13 goals in 36 games, before returning to England with Newcastle United for £15million. Over four years, Owen made just 71 appearances and scored only 26 goals for the Magpies.
      WHY AYE?
      And it was in the North East where Owen’s public fallout with Alan Shearer began. Despite forming a formidable strike partnership together for England, a feud was ignited because of Shearer’s belief that Owen let him down during his spell as Newcastle manager in 2009. Owen’s book Reboot: My Life accuses Shearer of slating him as well as describing his move to Newcastle as ‘one of the major regrets’ of his career. Newcastle’s most famous book shop, The Back Page, refused to stock Owen’s autobiography. In 2019, Owen told BT Sport: “For six or seven years, I hated it. I couldn’t wait to retire. “It wasn’t me. All I was doing is coming short, linking play and getting in the box. “It ended up with people thinking I was a great goalscorer who didn’t do much else. “Mentally I could do it, but physically I couldn’t.”
      Owen sensationally signed for Real Madrid in 2004 but only stayed in Spain for a yearCredit: Reuters
      Owen’s autobiography saw him enter into a public spat with Alan Shearer over their time together at NewcastleCredit: Rex Features
      Owen has said he regrets his move to Newcastle, where he stayed for four yearsCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Owen’s career became synonymous with injuries. Having torn his hamstring aged 19, leading to five months out, Owen broke a metatarsal in 2005, tore an anterior cruciate ligament and had persistent problems with his thigh and groin. He moved to Manchester United in 2009 where he won a Premier League title but scored just five goals in three years. His final year was spent at Stoke City before retiring in 2013. Having spent most of the season on the bench, Owen offered to resign and retire at Christmas but held on until the end of the season.
      ‘MOST BORING PUNDIT’
      He hung up his boots and picked up the mic. It is as a pundit that Owen has had most criticism, with the former striker being labelled ‘boring’, ‘monotone’ and ‘annoying’ across social media. Armchair fans took offence to some of the less insightful comments produced by Owen during his punditry. An article by Football Faithful was dedicated to some pearls of wisdom, including: “If there’s a bit of rain about, it makes the surface wet”. Former Newcastle and Chelsea striker Joe Allon described Owen as having “the personality of a flip-flop”.
      Owen won a Premier League title during a three-year spell at Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Owen’s final year as a professional was at Stoke where he spent most of the season on the benchCredit: Mark Robinson – The Sun
      Owen has been ridiculed for his work as a pundit since retiring in 2013Credit: Rex Features

      Where Owen has enjoyed success in recent years is the stables, having invested in racing horses. In 2017, he even made his debut as a jockey, finishing second in the saddle at a charity race in Ascot. But, elsewhere, the general consensus is that Owen has had a mare. More

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      How Anthony Joshua lives lavish life with private jets, holidays and luxury cars – without spending his £63m fortune

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA’s social feeds are littered with snaps of exotic holidays on private jets, custom-made sports cars and watches worth more than £350,000.But despite being worth £63million and living a life of luxury, the British star is so humble that he still lives in an ex-council house with his mum – and gets everything from his luxury holidays to his clothes for free.
      Anthony Joshua doesn’t spend any of his own moneyCredit: Instagram, @anthony_joshua
      AJ also has a humble two-bed flat in Sheffield that he uses when training, which features a master bedroom with a single bed, worn-out sofas in the living room and just one communal bathroom.
      And while Joshua might be one of the few people in the country not to have to worry about the cost of his weekly supermarket shop, it seems he doesn’t even pay for his own cartons of eggs, with his sponsors paying for his meal prep as well.
      The 6ft 6in 32-year-old banks all his money, only splashing out on treats for his family, not himself.
      His right-hand man and marketing manager, Freddie Cunningham, says that despite having “a lot of money,” Joshua “doesn’t live the life that he could.”
      The boxing champ dines out at a Paris hotspotCredit: Instagram
      Anthony gets his holidays for free – and his food
      Anthony Joshua is the former IBF, WBA and WBO heavyweight world championCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      “From the outside, it probably looks like he does. He’s seen in private jets, wearing expensive watches, and driving around in nice cars,” he told Business Insider.
      “But the jets are all sponsored. We’ve never paid for a private jet, or a helicopter, in our life. He gets a signature car from Land Rover.
      “He’s not spending that money. He’s accumulating money.
      “He’s living a lifestyle that probably everyone wants him to live, or see him live, but he’s doing it in a smart way. Tactful.”
      Joshua has 12 endorsement deals on the go – earning him an estimated £5m per year – ranging from clothing, electronics and cars that keep him in the money when he isn’t fighting opponents.
      Anthony Joshua is happy living with just the basics in his Sheffield flatCredit: Instagram @Anthony Joshua
      Anthony Joshua and his mum Yeta Odusanya in their humble house
      A free £45million private jet
      AJ is sponsored by US sportswear giant Under Armour – who provide him with a private jet, as well as paying him a seven-figure salary.
      Showing the interior of the £45million black G550 ahead of his trip to the States to face Ruiz for the first time, AJ said: “These type of things aren’t ordinary, in my daily life and in many other people’s daily lives, so it’s a blessing.
      “However, my view is even though I enjoy it and the door has been opened for me, I can’t forget to open the door for people who have come with me and the people who aren’t in a position to enjoy this type of luxury.
      Anthony travels on a £45million private jet provided by one of his sponsorsCredit: Instagram, @anthony_Joshua
      “I never get too lost in the source and get carried away with these types of things.”
      The company also provide the former world heavyweight champion with his in-ring attire and training wear, including all tracksuits and trainers.
      Anthony also has free use of a helicopter, provided to him by Beats by Dre, who he’s been the face of since 2017.
      Free car when his was stolen
      As a 17-year-old, Joshua’s first car was a Vauxhall Astra, which he saved up £1,500 to buy and claimed it was a “stable, sturdy car.”
      Now, thanks to his partnership with Jaguar Land Rover – which is rumoured to be worth £790,000 a year – AJ rolls round London in his choice of a fleet of luxury wheels, including a customised white Jaguar XJR, worth £93,000.
      Anthony has a deal with Jaguar – who give him free carsCredit: Instagram, @anthony_Joshua
      His favourite motor is his personalised black Range Rover, which he says “looks very professional and sets a standard”
      He was furious last year when, just days before his fight with Alexander Povetkin, his bespoke £150,000 motor – gifted to him by his sponsors – was stolen outside of his cousin’s house.
      Luckily the company replaced it with a new one immediately.  
      Free trips to Dubai, Miami and Jamaica
      When he isn’t sparring, AJ enjoys exotic holidays with his family and friends, with his Instagram showing him recently in Dubai, Jamaica and Miami.
      Again, most of these trips are sponsored by countries and resorts who want the privilege of having the sporting icon spotted hitting their hottest tourist spots.
      Anthony Joshua takes a ride on the XLine zipline in DubaiCredit: Instagram @Anthony_Joshua
      Cunningham said: “We have a partnership with Dubai Tourism and they really like him and get his philosophy on life, his morals, everything.
      “He resonates with that territory. They want to bring boxing there. Hopefully we can do something there.”
      Anthony has even stayed at the Nobu Miami Beach Private Villa, which costs £5k per night and the Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok, where luxury villas are rented out for £4k a week.
      A free watch worth more than a house
      Anthony came from humble beginnings on a council estate in Watford.
      He now says he knows the value of the money he’s made.
      “Don’t save what is left after spending, spend what is left after saving,” was the advice he gave his 8.8 million Instagram followers.
      The boxing champ even gets free gym membership and meal plans
      But despite keeping his purse strings shut, he still wears jewellery and clothes worth thousands.
      He was gifted a £350,000 watch worth more than the average house, thanks to his partnership with luxury jewellers Audemars Piguet.
      Free gym, concerts and food
      In 2019, Joshua helped to open state of the art BXR gym in London’s Marylebone along with his promoter Eddie Hearn.
      Joshua said: “I spend the majority of my life in the gym, so I know what is required to make a truly great one.”
      Ahead of his first fight with Ruiz, he returned to train at his former gym, ABC Finchley, for free.
      AJ doesn’t even have to spend much on his weekly shop.
      The boxing champ is worth a whopping £35 millionCredit: Instagram, @anthony_Joshua
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      His high protein diet is funded by his deal with Bulk Powders. He’s also sponsored by Lynx and Axe, so that’s his beauty and hygiene regime sorted.
      And if he wants to treat his family and friends to a free dinner, he can flash his black card at Nando’s and get it for free.
      He doesn’t even have to pay to attend gigs, concerts and sporting events, having the luxury of VIP suites through his endorsement with StubHub ticketing agency, while he gets free Sky TV through his deal with Sky Sports. More