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      Michael Schumacher’s wife Corinna breaks silence over family bodyguard’s sick ‘intimate photo’ blackmail plot

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      MICHAEL Schumacher’s wife has broken her silence on a “far too lenient” sentence handed out following a £12million blackmail plot against the racing star.Corinna Schumacher has sought to appeal the trial verdict handed out to the “mastermind” behind the shocking case.Michael Schumacher with his wife Corinna in Madonna di Campiglio, Italy, on 16 January 2003Credit: AlamyMichael Schumacher and his wife Corinna at the 2006 FIA Gala held in Monaco on December 8, 2006Credit: RexEx-bodyguard Markus Fritsche was handed a two-year suspended prison sentenceCredit: FacebookThe Schumacher family’s ex-bodyguard, Markus Fritsche was accused of supplying blackmailers with private images and was handed a two-year suspended prison sentence.Despite this, Corinna and the Schumacher family slammed the sentence for not being hard enough.A statement from Monday said: “We have appealed against what we consider to be the far too lenient sentence for Mr F,”In my opinion, he was the mastermind behind this. What still shocks me most is the massive breach of trust.read more on formula one”He should receive a punishment that deters any potential copycats.”Yilmaz Tozturkan, 53, was also arrested after hard drives containing private pictures, medical records, and videos of the Formula One legend were stolen.Tozturkan and his his 30-year-old son Daniel Lins were accused of demanding £12 million from the Schumacher family.The pair from Wuppertal in western Germany threatened to release 1,500 confidential files about the motorsport legend, on the dark web, if they did not get the money.Most read in MotorsportThese files allegedly included information on the F1 champion after his skiing accident in 2013 – when the driver was last seen in public.Prosecutors said the former security guard for the family sold the images of Schumacher for what was described as a five-figure sum.Michael Schumacher security guard ‘tried to blackmail stricken F1 star for £12million so he could pay off his debts’The father was given an email, by Schumacher’s office, to send the files as proof he had them.Tozturkan brought his son into the mix when he reportedly set an anonymous email, per BILD.Tozturkan, who is currently behind bars for an unrelated crime, was handed a three-year sentence and Lins was handed a six-month suspended sentence.The father and son made admissions of guilt at the start of their trial.Yilmaz Tozturkan standing in the courtroom before the verdict was announcedCredit: Avalon.redDaniel Lins was handed a six month suspended sentenceCredit: Avalon.redCorinna Schumacher with her daughter Gina on 20 July, 2022Credit: RexIn court Tozturkan said: “I am very sorry and ashamed.”I will take responsibility for what I have done.”The mystery around the former F1 world champions’ current health condition continues.He was last seen in public in 2013 when he set off on the Combe de Saulire ski run in the exclusive French resort of Meribel, with his then 14-year-old son Mick.Michael’s skis caught on a rock below the snow, which caused him to crash head first into a boulder.READ MORE SUN STORIESCorinna and the rest of his family have been incredibly secretive about his condition 12 years on.Only close friends are allowed to visit Michael at the family’s home in Gland, Switzerland.Michael Schumacher on 4 October 2012Credit: APMichael Schumacher with Corinna after winning the formula one world championship at the Japanese Grand Prix on 8 October 2000Credit: GettyMichael Schumacher celebrates on the podium after winning the German Formula One Grand Prix on July 30, 2006Credit: GettyWhat happened to Michael Schumacher?MICHAEL Schumacher’s life was hanging by a thread 10-years-ago as medics tried desperately to keep him alive after a tragic skiing crash that left him with horrific brain injuries.The F1 legend was given the best possible treatment as he was put into a medically induced coma, had his body temperature lowered and underwent hours of tricky operations on his brain.Back in 2013, the retired seven-time world champion, and his then 14-year-old son set off on the Combe de Saulire ski run in the exclusive French resort of Meribel.Footage from his helmet camera revealed he was not travelling at excessive speed when his skis struck a rock hidden beneath the snow.He catapulted forward 11.5ft and crashed into a boulder head first that split his helmet into two and left him needing to be airlifted to hospital for two life-saving operations.At one point his family were told to brace themselves for the worst case scenario as the situation was much worse than originally believed.At the time, medics said Schumacher was likely to stay in an induced coma for at least 48 hours as his body and mind recovered.But the coma ended up lasting 250 days – more than eight months.After he woke up in June 2014, he was discharged from hospital and sent to his home in Lake Geneva to get further treatment.Since then his wife Corinna and his inner circle of friends have expertly avoided almost anything leaking out about his health status.Only small amounts of information have been released including reports that Schumacher was in a wheelchair but can react to things around him.In 2019, it was said that Schumacher was set to undergo breakthrough stem cell therapy in a bid to regenerate and rebuild his nervous system.Renowned France cardiologist Dr Philippe Menasche, who had operated on him previously, was set to carry out the treatment that would see cells from his heart go to his brain.Following the treatment at the Georges Pompidou Hospital in Paris, he was said to be “conscious”, although few other details were given about his state.THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY..The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheSunFootball and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball. 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      Lionel Messi team-mate reveals he still takes medication to deal with World Cup final loss – despite going on to win it

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      ANGEL DI MARIA has revealed that he still takes medication to deal with past disappointments with Argentina.The former Manchester United ace suffered three consecutive final defeats.Angel Di Maria (right) went through three consecutive international final defeatsCredit: GettyDi Maria, 37, went through heartbreaking losses in two Copa America finals and the 2014 Fifa World Cup, where he was an unused sub in the 1-0 final loss to Germany.He has managed to overcome the disappointments with successes in the 2022 Fifa World Cup and 2021 and 2024 Copa America finals.However, the three-year period that saw the crushing defeats took its toll on the wide player.Di Maria has revealed that he is still taking medication to deal with the lows.READ MORE ON LIONEL MESSIHe told Infobae: “Because of that I’m still taking the meds.”I was able to reduce it [dosage].”I’m much better, but that’s something a little addictive, too.”These are things that stay with you, that mark you.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSDi Maria was the matchwinner in the 2021 Copa America final win over Brazil as he scored the only goal of the game.He was also one of the heroes in the 2022 World Cup final as he netted the first goal in the win over France.’It’s like Messi… there I said it’ – Pundits rave about Arsenal ace Nwaneri as Shearer dubs him ‘potential superstar’Di Maria was one of the goalscorers in the 2022 World Cup finalCredit: GettyHe also helped the team retain the Copa America in 2024Credit: ReutersThe Benfica star did admit that he has sympathy for his former international team-mates who did not get the chance to win an honour.He added: “Who remembers the boys that reached that World Cup final and didn’t win?””Very few, it seems unfair to me. Who is talking about those kids Nobody.”Very few can tell you how they played.”I said it a lot of times when we became world champions, when we won the Copa America, I always said that those trophies were also [thanks] to the previous generation.”Di Maria called time on his Argentina career last year but is still producing the goods for Benfica.He has impressed this season in Portugal with 14 goals in 32 appearances in all competitions.Despite his impressive form, he has insisted that leaving international football behind was for the best.He said: “I was there for 16 years [with the national team] and it is as if I had been in a club.”It’s difficult, but I think I made the right decision. It’s obvious that it tempts me because it’s the national team.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I achieved everything I wanted to achieve. I left the way I wanted to leave.”I hope one day I can be there again, in a different role.” More

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      Gary Neville predicts another year of Man Utd struggles due to Ruben Amorim’s ‘unforgiving’ tactics and £300m of ‘waste’

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      GARY NEVILLE has predicted another year of Manchester United struggles due to Ruben Amorim’s “unforgiving” tactics and £300million of “waste.”The Red Devils’ season hit a new low on Sunday as they lost 1-0 to fellow flops Tottenham.Gary Neville has predicted another year of struggles for Ruben Amorim and Man UtdCredit: AlamyNeville reckons there are two key areas that need strengthening immediatelyCredit: AFPIt leaves United languishing in 15th – just 12 points above the drop zone.And the misery could continue on Saturday when they travel to in-form Everton, who are now above them thanks to the skills of ex-United manager David Moyes.Ruben Amorim cut a frustrated figure after seeing his injury-laden side crash to defeat in London at the weekend.The Portuguese boss was forced to name EIGHT kids on the bench after United were hit by a raft of setbacks.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAmorim will now be hoping for some serious backing in the summer market as he looks to rebuild his squad.However, Red Devils icon Neville reckons fans will still have to wait a while before seeing Amorim’s plans fall into place.He claims a deficit of £300m over the last three years means it is going to take at least several more windows before Amorim has a squad he can call his own.Neville believes United need to start by signing two midfielders and three specialist centre-backs who are suited to the new 3-4-3 system.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSBut Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos can’t afford more “waste” after splashing out on several duds last summer.Speaking on the Gary Neville Podcast, Neville said: “How quickly can Amorim not just get good players in, but get players who can fit into this system?Gary Neville says he’s seen ‘nothing’ from Man Utd under Ruben Amorim “It’s a peculiar system, 3-4-3. It’s a system where you’ve got to find two midfield players who are good enough to play with each other and cover a lot of ground.“You’ve got to find three centre-backs – with two of the outside ones capable of playing out wide in the full-back areas, when the wing-backs go forward.“So you’re asking for specialists throughout the team. It’s not like other systems which are a little bit more forgiving.“How quickly can Amorim and the recruitment team at United get to a point where they can adapt this squad into a 3-4-3 squad?“It’s going to be a minimum of two to three transfer windows because of the investment that’s been made and we know the club’s on the edge of PSR.“They’ve lost £300m in the last three years, so there’s a real struggle and a real fight to be able to spend the money that they need in the transfer market as well.“There’s been a lot of waste in the last few years.”Man Utd ratings v SpursMANCHESTER UNITED slipped to a 12th defeat in the Premier League with Rasmus Hojlund coming under fire again.Here’s how SunSport’s Katherine Walsh rated the Manchester United players against an underachieving Spurs side – who are now three places above them in 12th – in North London.Andre Onana – 3United can’t do anything with him between the sticks. Can’t be trusted to collect anything.His opposite number Vicario showed him a thing or two after returning for the first time since Spurs thrashed Man City in November.At fault for the first goal when he palmed out a relatively weak bouncing shot into Maddison’s path in the 13th minute.Noussair Mazraoui – 5An OK performance. Clever link-up play with Zirkzee but couldn’t get hold of Spence down the left-hand side.Pulled out an excellent cross for the Dutchman’s headed chance late-on.Matthijs de Ligt – 6His clearance stopped an obvious 2-0 before the half-an-hour mark.Harry Maguire – 5A mixed bag. Long ball over the top for Hojlund’s chance in opening 10 minutes and went on a few attacking runs himself in the first half.Did well to stop Dejan Kulusevski from having a go at the edge of the box. But bizarrely stopped in his tracks when a cross came flying into Son later on.Diogo Dalot – 6A difficult afternoon for the Portugal international as Son and Djed Spence left him for dead a few times.Hesitated when asked to shoot from five yards to make it 1-0 but helped Onana out with some clearances too.Patrick Dorgu – 4A Prem debut to forget. He was almost invisible from the left-hand side. And lacked quality when asked to get involved more in the second half.Was stupidly caught offside with Bruno Fernandes offloading a stunning cross pitch pass and booked late-on.Casemiro – 5Looked every bit a player that hasn’t played Premier League football for two months. Unsurprisingly booked for a late one on Son.Bizarrely dropped to the turf asking for a free-kick when nobody touched him. Was forced to play 89 minutes with eight teenagers on the bench. A difficult afternoon, indeed.Bruno Fernandes – 5Interceptions and breaking up play is not a part of the captain’s game. An uncharacteristically poor cross left United open on the counter.Did get back to stop Son from having a shot at Onana on the hour mark and started ticking in attack in the final 20 minutes.Alejandro Garnacho – 4Looked shaky and cut a frustrated figure after blazing over an absolute SITTER from 10 yards to level the scores.A bit of a shocker and looked a completely different player to the one who got United into the fifth-round of the FA Cup last week.Woke up a bit in the second half as Vicario kept him at bay with several superb stops. But the 20-year-old is clearly better off the bench.Joshua Zirkzee – 6The best of a desperately poor front three. There’s a street player in there and he’s great with his touches at times.But curled wide from 23 yards, stuck a header wide in the 70th minute and kicked an air shot in the final five minutes.Rasmus Hojlund – 3Is Hojlund the worst No 9 in United’s recent history?The young Dane, who was unlucky to have a chance saved by Vicario, was second best in every loose ball and kept losing possession.He was even caught offside after a pass from an Onana goal-kick in the first half – how often do you see that happen? More

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      Inside three-horse race to host World Cup final with world’s largest stadium aiming to beat Bernabeu and Camp Nou

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      REAL MADRID’S Santiago Bernabeu and Barcelona’s Camp Nou could be snubbed as hosts of the 2030 World Cup final.Spain will be co-hosting the competition along with Portugal and Morocco in five years’ time.The Stade Hassan II may host the 2030 World Cup finalCredit: PopulousThe Moroccan ground will have a capacity of 115,000 and will be the largest in the worldCredit: PopulousEach end of the stadium will hold 29,500 general admission spectatorsCredit: SPAThe ground has a provisional budget of 5billion dirhams (£381million)Credit: PopulousIt has long been assumed that the tournament’s showpiece game would be played at either the Bernabeu or the Camp Nou.However, Real and Barca’s stunning homes could incredibly MISS OUT on the final to a very unlikely competitor.The 78,000-seater Bernabeu was fully renovated before reopening last season, at the staggering cost of £1.5billion.While Barca hope to return their iconic stadium before the end of the season after it’s own incredible £1bn-plus facelift, with an increased capacity of 105,000.Read More on FootballHowever, even that will be dwarfed in size by the stunning Stade Hassan II in Morocco – which could beat both to the final.The 115,000-capacity ground is projected to be the largest football stadium in the world.The stadium has been designed by Populous in collaboration with Paris-based architects Oualalou + Choi.The ground, which has a provisional budget of 5billion dirhams (£381million), will serve as the home of Morocco’s national football team and two local clubs.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSEach end of the stadium will hold 29,500 general admission spectators.Five levels of hospitality along each of the main stands at the side of the pitch will welcome 12,000 VVIP, VIP, Hospitality and Box users, in addition to the Royal box.Inside 30,000 capacity European stadium visited by Chelsea where you can enjoy game in a hot tub eating fondueConstruction is expected to be completed in 2028 and the stadium will be built on a surface of 100 hectares in the province of Benslimane, which is some 38km north of Casablanca.Design Principal and founding partner at Oualalou + Choi Tarik Oualalou insists the “state-of-the art” stadium “has occupied space and is giving up space around it”, unlike other candidates like the Bernabeu, which is located within the city.Oualalou, who is also the lead architect, told EFE: “Morocco’s proposal is to build the largest stadium in the world for the World Cup final in Morocco. “So it is not only calibrated, but it is designed for this, it is imagined for this.”Real Madrid’s Santiago Bernabeu may miss out on the 2030 World Cup finalCredit: GettyBarcelona’s Camp Nou may not host the World Cup final More

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      ‘Man Utd directors should be arrested’ – How Scott McTominay proved old bosses wrong and became Napoli’s ‘new Maradona’

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      SCOTT McTOMINAY is proving Manchester United wrong – and Paolo Di Canio right – after becoming Napoli’s “Jolly Blue Giant”.Soon after Old Trafford chiefs sold the 6ft 3in midfielder to the Serie A club for £25million, Premier League legend Di Canio announced, with typical understatement:  “I would go to Manchester United to arrest all the directors – how do you give McTominay away?”Scott McTominay is the darling of the Napoli fans and Italian pressCredit: RexThe midfielder was sold by boyhood club United in the summer – against the wishes of many fans and then-boss Erik ten HagCredit: GettyMcTominay came through the academy under Sir Alex Ferguson – meaning United made pure profit on his £25m saleCredit: Instagram @scottmctominayHow much do Napoli’s fans agree? McTotally.That is the nickname that the club’s ultras have given to McTominay because of his all-action, totally committed, hard-running style.And the former Old Trafford trainee has become so crucial to Napoli’s title charge under Antonio Conte that many regard him as a successor to Diego Maradona as the leader of the team.Leading Italian media outlet Gazzetta dello Sport recenty hailed McTominay as “the warrior soul of Napoli”.The wildcard in Conte’s packThe midfielder was given the “Jolly” tag by local press soon after his arrival last summer.Playing cards imported to Italy from the UK contain a “Jolly Joker” and the Scotland international is regarded as the wild card in Conte’s pack, a versatile player who can be the difference between having a good hand and winning.But “jolly” also reflects how happy McTominay is in his new surroundings.He and girlfriend Cam Reading have been pictured out and about enjoying life on the Amalfi Coast.McTominay said: “It’s not easy going abroad and having to settle in, but it’s been quite seamless, to be fair, in terms of how much the Italian people have helped me settling into my house and whatever.”Things I need like a car or a taxi or anything like that. I’m very grateful to them. Inside Marcus Rashford’s demise from one of football’s biggest stars to £60m benchwarmer“They’re real great people who I’m very thankful for as well.”Last summer United cashed in on academy product McTominay – against the wishes of then boss Erik ten Hag and many supporters  – to help them meet Premier League financial rules.But it now looks like a false economy.While United spent around £50m on replacement midfielder Manuel Ugarte but still languish in the lower half of the Premier League, a McTominay-inspired Napoli are top of Serie A.The Scot’s six goals and four assists in 21 appearances tell only part of the story.McTominay’s physical presence at both ends of the pitch and his ability to fulfil a variety of roles has allowed Conte to ditch his usual preference for three at the back.Former Chelsea and Tottenham boss Conte said: “Scott is a complete player, versatile.“He can be a trequartista (effectively No10) behind the striker, he can be a mezzala (a central midfielder-cum-winger) in a three-man midfield, play in a two-man midfield or even wide in a 5-4-1 with licence to attack.”When I first walked into the Maradona Stadium it was surreal, knowing he is a legend of footballMcTominayMcTominay made a big impression in his very first start for Napoli, at Juventus back in September.Conte’s side ground out a 0-0 draw and Italian broadcaster Riccardo Trevisan claimed that McTominay had made Juve stars look like “children”.Trevisani added: “Seeing McTominay live is incredible, impressive. He looked like Gulliver with children, they bounced off him.”Months later, McTominay remains one of Napoli’s main men.Last month he scored in the 3-2 win over top-of-the-table rivals Atalanta. Days later, the Scot won the penalty from which fellow Premier League outcast Romelu Lukaku scored to complete a second-half comeback and seal a 2-1 win.If McTominay can inspire Napoli to their second Serie A crown in three seasons, he will join Maradona in the list of club legends.McTominay celebrates with his Napoli team-mates and coach Antonio Conte, who has hailed the midfielder’s versatilityCredit: GettyFans have compared McTominay to Napoli legend Diego Maradona for the impact he’s had on the title-chasing teamCredit: APPremier League icon Di Canio says United’s directors should be in big trouble for letting McTominay leaveCredit: SplashMcTominay and partner Cam Reading took the brave step of moving abroadCredit: Instagram / @camreading_But the couple have settled in well to their new life in southern ItalyCredit: Not known, clear with picture deskThe club’s stadium is named after the Argentina star who led them to their first ever Italian titles in 1987 and 1990.McTominay said: “When I first walked into the stadium it was a surreal feeling – knowing he is an icon, an absolute legend of football.“The people absolutely adore him, which is a huge factor, because of how well he played for them and the things he did in Naples. “So for us, he is definitely in our head and hearts.”Napoli fans have certainly taken McTominay to their hearts.They even expressed their concern and sympathy when it emerged he was moving to the suburb of Lago Patria.Although the area is popular with ex-pats and close to Napoli’s training ground, it has also gained a reputation as a crime hotspot, with burglaries and car theft.The Italian Navy has stopped showing staff the neighbourhood as a potential place to live.When news of McTominay’s choice of home came out, one fan commented: “I recommend that you close the door tightly in the evening.”But it is that £25m that Napoli paid for McTominay which is starting to look like daylight robbery.Manuel Ugarte was brought in by United for £50m, double what they sold McTominay forCredit: AlamyMcTominay moved to Lago Patria, but the picturesque area has a darker side More

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      Premier League boss facing FA punishment after claiming ‘smaller’ clubs are being targeted by referees

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      IPSWICH manager Kieran McKenna faces an FA rap after claiming “smaller” Premier League clubs are targeted by referees.McKenna was furious at the first of two yellow cards ref Rob Jones gave defender Axel Tuanzebe in Saturday’s 1-1 draw at Aston Villa.Kieran McKenna slated what he reckons was a harsh initial bookingCredit: PAAxel Tuanzebe earned a yellow card McKenna reckons was never a foulCredit: RexTuanzebe then saw red for this challenge on Jacob RamseyCredit: GettyHe blasted: “I didn’t think it was a foul. Even if it was a foul, I think it was a decision given against a smaller team against a bigger team away from home.”It (the yellow card) was out of the pocket before the ball even stopped rolling. “I thought that was a really poor yellow. The second one, there’s not too many complaints.”FA bosses want to clamp down on criticism of refs.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSAnd ex-Prem whistler Dermot Gallagher told Sky Sports: “As a referee, you are so focused on what you have to do.“You do not have time to think, ‘This club is bigger than this club’. It would not cross your mind.”Tuanzebe saw red as early in just the 40th minute for his second booking.The defender brought down Jacob Ramsey on the edge of the area.Most read in SportDefender Tuanzebe was gutted to see red at Villa ParkCredit: AlamyLiam Delap then stunned Villa by turning home Omari Hutchinson’s cross 11 minutes into the second period.But with the home fans growing in frustration, Unai Emery’s men finally nicked a point midway through the period.BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSLoanee striker Marcus Rashford, who came on at the break, hit the bar with a free-kick and Ollie Watkins gobbled up the rebound.The point lifted Ipswich to third bottom – above Leicester.Liam Delap talks about joining Ipswich Town But victory would have put them level on points with Wolves. McKenna said: “A really good solid first 40 minutes, pretty much Even Stevens, then down to 10 men.”And of Tuanzebe’s initial booking, he added: “Anyone can make a mistake but I think it’s more how quickly the yellow came out. “Even if it was a foul, so many times this season I’ve not seen a yellow on the first foul at all. And I don’t think it was a foul. I think he got the ball.”If you’re booking a full-back for something like that away from home, you have to be right on the first foul, because you know it’s going to be a real hard game from then on.” More

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      DAZN host Diletta Leotta stuns in figure-hugging leather dress for Serie A derby as fans hail ‘perfect Sunday evening’

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      DILETTA LEOTTA showed she’s a master of the dark arts as she once again put her fans under her spell.The DAZN presenter, who is married to ex-Liverpool keeper Loris Karius, was all in black, including a leather dress, at Juventus against Inter Milan.Diletta Leotta wowed viewers at the huge Serie A matchCredit: RexShe is known for her dazzling outfits while working for DAZNCredit: RexThe spotlight was again on Diletta at Juventus vs InterCredit: RexFans called her latest look ‘incredibly beautiful’Credit: RexA simple yet sizzling look, her 9.1million admirers on Instagram reckoned.The broadcaster wore a see-through top for Inter Milan’s 1-1 home draw with Napoli last November.And her fashion fame went even more global with a backless black dress at the Fifa Club World Cup draw a month later.This time, she added a wintry long coat and high boots to her appearance as she switched to the Allianz Stadium.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSFrancisco Conceicao fired the only goal on 74 minutes as hosts Juventus stopped Inter returning top of Serie A – and went fourth themselves.And while it was a predictably tight affair on the pitch that either side could have won, it was one-way traffic online in terms of praise for Diletta.One fan suggested the 33-year-old “Goddess” made it a “Perfect Sunday”.Another described the broadcaster somewhat cryptically as “the third best thing of the evening”.Most read in FootballDiletta wore a daring outfit at Inter against NapoliCredit: Instagram dilettaleottaShe also stole plaudits at the Fifa Club World Cup draw in DecemberCredit: GettyAnd if that was a little strange, how about one viewer calling her “the real MVP of the match”.Most Valuable Presenter? Maybe…Diletta Leotta wows in busty outfit at Fifa Club World Cup draw but fans baffled as Italy icon calls her an ‘immigrant’More typical comments included: “Wonderful”… Gorgeous” and “Incredibly beautiful”.Diletta’s growing status in broadcasting comes as German partner Karius is reviving his career after joining home-country second-tier club Schalke last month.The broadcaster is a huge hit on social mediaCredit: instagram @dilettaleottaDiletta shares glam pics from exotic trips as well as sports eventsCredit: instagram @dilettaleottaFrills and spills have kept her Instagram following soaring towards 10mCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaShe covers a variety of sportsCredit: InstagramMoody skies can’t stop Diletta from showing her figureCredit: instagram @dilettaleottaREAD MORE SUN STORIES More

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      Man Utd tipped to lose EVERY game except one as Rio Ferdinand reveals Red Devils relegation fears

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      RIO FERDINAND fears that Manchester United might not win again in the Prem this season.The Old Trafford legend has no confidence in Ruben Amorim’s side — who are still in the Europa League and FA Cup but only 12 points clear of the drop zone.Rio Ferdinand believes Manchester United could genuinely suffer relegation this seasonFerdinand can’t see United winning any more games bar oneCredit: GettyIn fact, the former centre back has expressed fears of a potential relegation to the Championship.United are rotting in 15th place in the table after losing for the 12th time this season following a 1-0 defeat by fellow horror show Spurs.The 12 defeats are the most from their first 25 matches of a league campaign since 1973-74 – which ended in the club being relegated.Ferdinand, 46, said on his YouTube channel: “Only Wolves and West Ham separate my club from the relegation places.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWS“Do you realise we’re that close? Someone said we need 11 points just to stay up.“I’ve got the fixture list: Everton away, Ipswich at home, Arsenal and Nottingham Forest away.“Before hosting Man City, and going to Newcastle away, and then Wolves, Bournemouth, Brentford, Chelsea, Aston Villa, Leicester.“The only place I see us getting anything — and I’m not even saying a  win —  is Leicester.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS“I’m not seeing wins. That’s the problem.”One month ago, Everton were nine points adrift of the Red Devils but have now climbed a point above them in the table under the new manager bounce leadership of David Moyes.Gary Neville says he’s seen ‘nothing’ from Man Utd under Ruben Amorim Ferdinand’s nerves come after United endured their eighth Prem defeat under Amorim, who joined the historic club in November.A couple of wins would of course ease those concerns and leave United on track for what must be now regarded as a best-case scenario – mid-table obscurity with some deep runs in the FA Cup and Europa League.But a fresh injury crisis threatens to complicate an already dire situation.Amorim, 40, was without 12 squad players at Spurs, including Amad Diallo, Kobbie Mainoo, Manuel Ugarte, and Christian Eriksen.Meanwhile, Wolves will continue fighting and put in a stunning second-half display against Liverpool on Sunday.In fact, Vitor Pereira’s side could’ve got something out of the game – which finished 2-1 – after restricting the Prem leaders to zero attempts in the second 45 minutes. With 29 points after 25 games, and 31 points behind leaders Liverpool, United are now only two spots above the drop. More