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      I slept in the A&E waiting room after being sacked by KFC for eating too much – now I’m training with world champions

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      MICHAEL KING has gone from being homeless and sleeping in A&E waiting rooms to training with two Brit world champions.The welterweight is currently perfecting his trade under the watchful eye of the much-respected Shane McGuigan.Michael King used to sleep in A&E waiting rooms when he didn’t have a roof over his headCredit: BOXXERBut now the former KFC employee trains with Brit world champs Caroline Dubois and Ellie ScotneyCredit: BOXXERKing regularly trains with world champions Caroline Dubois and Ellie Scotney, as well as surging contender Adim Azim.But his life was very different just a few years ago when he was left homeless after being sacked for “eating too much” at KFC, where he worked to fund his dream of becoming a world champion.In an interview with the BBC, he recalled: “I sometimes went back when I didn’t have money and they’d give me free food.”Maybe I wanted to get fired because I was boxing and working. I couldn’t find a balance.READ MORE BOXING NEWS”When I got told to leave, I thought it was a sign.”He added: “I couldn’t afford a place and so I stayed in my car.”Despite his trials and tribulations, King – who grew up in war-torn Congo before moving to London as a teenager – was determined not to give up on his dream.He’d eventually turn pro in 2019, although he’d lose his first two fights.Most read in BoxingMichael King hopes to change his family’s life with his exploits inside the ringCredit: INSTAGRAM@YOURHIGHNESS_LIKALUThose defeats, however, didn’t deter the 27-year-old, who was eventually forced to take numerous bouts in Russia just to remain active.”I had to go because nobody wanted to face me but I learned a lot,” King said. “It was taking around 30 hours to get there.Eddie Hearn reveals latest on Anthony Joshua’s boxing return”[I was] taking three different flights, and I’d arrive 48 hours before getting in the ring sometimes.”But again, it taught me to always be ready, always in shape and always in top condition.”I’m looking to kick on now and get some really big fights. Who knows?”We might eventually even be able to get one back in Congo, which would be something else.”Before he’d even set foot in the ring, King’s father was against the idea of him making a living by punching people’s heads in.But he’s since changed his stance and is immensely proud of his son’s achievements so far.King said: “I want to change my family’s financial situation.”Sometimes, we were just eating rice or bread and butter. Being [a] world champion didn’t cross my mind.”I just saw an opportunity to bring hope to the people who care about me.READ MORE SUN STORIES”My dad is proud of what I’ve achieved so far.”When he goes back to Congo, he takes pictures of me to show people and tells them about my story.” More

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      Staggering cost of Jake Paul’s engagement ring for Jutta Leerdam revealed as couple share emotional video

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      JAKE PAUL and Jutta Leerdam shared an emotional engagement video – while showing off the mind-blowingly expensive ring.The multimillionaire YouTuber-turned-boxer announced his proposal online with a series of romantic pictures.Jutta Leerdam and Jake Paul got engagedCredit: Instagram / @jakepaulJutta showed off the stunning ringCredit: Instagram / @jakepaulLogan Paul and Nina Agdal threw a congratulations partyHe wrote: “We’re engaged we can’t wait to spend forever together.”Paul got down on one knee at the undisclosed location – matching his new fiancee in all white – and popped the question behind a stunning scenic backdrop.Jutta – a world champion on the ice – jumped for joy and showed off her sparkly engagement ring.According to talkSPORT, the rock was examined by jewellery experts and is believed to be ten-carat natural diamonds. READ MORE ON JAKE PAULThat could take the cost of the ring up to $1MILLION (£775,000). Jutta again showed off the ring on her Instagram story after Paul’s brother Logan and fiancee Nina Agdal threw a congratulations party. Logan himself proposed to Danish supermodel Nina in July 2023 in Lake Como in Italy.Last September they welcomed baby daughter Esme into the world.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSYounger brother Jake – who has been with Jutta since April 2023 – plans to have babies too after the 2026 Winter Olympics.The couple met after Paul invited Jutta, 26, on to his podcast – hitting it off via Instagram messages.Jake Paul says having children will prolong his boxing career and wants them to be best friends with brother Logan’s kidsAnd they went public with their relationship two months after Paul, 28, was beaten by Tommy Fury, 25, his only loss in the ring.The Puerto Rico-based American is now 11-1 as a boxer and most recently beat 58-year-old Mike Tyson in a fight marred in controversy amid the age gap.But a huge 100 MILLION people tuned in to watch Paul’s eight round points win on Netflix.The social media sensation then entered shock talks to face Mexican legend Canelo Alvarez, 34, in Las Vegas on May 3.But Canelo pulled out of the deal at the last minute to instead sign a four-fight deal with Saudi Arabia’s Turki Alalshikh.And Paul recently called out Anthony Joshua, 35, with the two later sharing a phone call while teasing a stunning bout in 2026.Jutta also celebrated a gold medal at the World Speed Skating Championships in the trios event alongside Femke Kok and Suzanne Schulting.The couple showed off their engagement onlineCredit: Instagram / @jakepaulThe newly-engaged couple share a romantic kissCredit: Instagram / @jakepaulThey both matched in all whiteCredit: Instagram / @jakepaulJutta is a world champion speedskaterCredit: RexShe went public with Jake Paul in April 2023Credit: Instagram / @uttaleerdamThe couple first hit it off on InstagramCredit: Instagram / @juttaleerdamJake Paul beat Mike Tyson in his last fightCredit: Getty More

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      Peter Crouch has scored more 2025 goals at Anfield than Darwin Nunez and Diogo Jota as fans demand ‘bring him back’

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      FANS have called for Peter Crouch to come out of retirement after a shocking stat emerged.The 44-year-old rolled back the years, scoring both goals in a legends game between Liverpool and Chelsea on Saturday.Peter Crouch scored two in the legends game for LiverpoolCredit: AlamyFans have joked that Diogo Jota and Darwin Nunez have a worse strike rate than CrouchCredit: EPACrouch found the back of the net with a towering header and then did his classic robot celebration before chipping in a second.His two strikes at Anfield mean he has as many home goals as Liverpool forwards Darwin Nunez and Diogo Jota have in 2025.Taking away Jota’s singular effort in an FA Cup tie against League Two strugglers Accrington Stanley, Crouch has more than both of them.It has led to calls for the ex-England man to get his boots back on, with one saying: “He could play alongside Mo Salah and Cody Gakpo.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnother added: “Bring him back, he is better than Nunez.”A third wrote: “I have seen the light, Give me Crouch for the run in.”The stats are also grim reading for Luis Diaz as he has just one goal at home this calendar year.In comparison, Salah has been carrying the scoring burden with seven Anfield goals in all competitions in 2025. Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKAt the legends game on Saturday, Liverpool icons Steven Gerrard and Dirk Kuyt were among those in red.Meanwhile, Chelsea heroes Claude Makelele and Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink pulled on the blue shirt again.’I played a Premier League game with a STEAK in my boot – it was almost cooked by half-time because I was sweating’Dennis Wise squared up to Jay Spearing as tempers flared late in the game.Legends game line-ups Liverpool XI: Dudek, Kelly, Hyypia, Biscan, Klavan, Vignal, Spearing, Sissoko, Gerrard, Kuyt, BabelChelsea XI: Cudicini, Bosingwa, Huth, Gallas, Babayaro, Mikel, Wise, Makelele, Ramires, Malouda, Hasselbaink More

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      Who is J’ardell Stirling? Semi-pro footballer playing for John Terry’s 26ers in Baller League

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      JOHN TERRY selected J’ardell Stirling for his 26ers Baller League side at his first opportunity.SunSport has the lowdown on the defender looking to take his career to new heights during the exciting tournament.J’ardell Stirling and 26ers manager John Terry at the Baller League draft in MarchCredit: instagram @jardellstirlingWho is J’ardell Stirling?The 26-year-old centre back, J’ardell has featured for a range of semi-professional outfits, including Haringey Borough, Walthamstow FC and Wingate & Finchley.Having played most of his career in the Isthmian League, the dominant defender wants to try and take his career up a level with a larger platform like the Baller League.Taken under the wing of Champions League winner and ex-Chelsea captain, John Terry, and playing alongside former Liverpool starlet Jordan Ibe, the 26ers cement themselves as a solid team with a good chance of success in the Baller League.How to watch Baller League and what are the rules?The action starts on Monday, March 24 and will be aired in the UK on Sky Sports.It will also be live streamed on YouTube and Twitch.Matches are six-a-side on a small indoor pitch – each match lasts 30 minutes, with two 15 minute halves.There are certain rule changes with the final three minutes of matches going to 3vs3, long-range goals counting as double and goalkeepers not allowed to use hands.Hockey-style penalties – with players running one-on-one – will be used12 teams are in the competition, with six matches weekly.Four teams then head to a grand final.SunSport will live blog matches every week.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBaller League squads in FULL26ers – J’ardell Stirling, Bilal Sayoud, Sak Hassan, Kojo Apenteng, Marcel Lewis, Jordon Ibe, Matt Chizzum, Emmanuel Rowe, Justin Dass, Spike Stegel, Vladislav Platinov, Jack Crook.Deportrio – Bakary Sako, Adam Dawson, Francis Gerald Mapolo, Zach Fagan, Marvin Sordell, Charlie Kuehn, Tommy Scott, Raphael Gas, Alex Dyer, Ruben Singale, Tristan Goodridge, Leo Serri.FC Rules the World – Michael Ndiweni, Josh Harrop, Tareiq Holmes-Dennis, Kevin Gonzalez, Oliver Bosworth, Karim Kamhouri, Erghis Pepy, Onuchi Oki, Yusuf Shentu, Alamiji Oluma, Sandro Kamara, Festus Chalet.M7 FC – Jesse Waller-Lassen, Femi Akinwande, Stefan Ilic, Jean Belehouan, Toby Bull, Sam Fitzgerald, Arjun Young, Ramez Gonzalo, Arin Zaha, Lewis Garcia, Henry Wise, Zion Nditi.Most read in FootballMVPs United – Lorenzo Spinelli, Ashton Peltier, Jake Chambers Shaw, Ross Derham, Josh Misoki, James Canton, Alfie Matthew, Declan McCarthy, Jay Beckford, Joe Edwards, Dwayne Suel, Esteban Salgado.N5 FC – Owen Locke, Adrian Mariappa, Brian Ly, Charlie Wakefield, Dayo Adekayo, Chris Arba, Imran Kahani, Michael Class, James Alabi, Troy Molunda, Freddie Berrati, Callum Charlton.Santan FC – Michael Hill, Richard Kesey, Dominic Voss, Erick Kenco, Ranell McKenzie Lowes, Jamell Abou-Bakare, Rico Okinari, David Upu, Abdullah Gervardi, Jack Wilson, David Solidemi, Luka Valentine.SDS FC – Bruno Andrade, Bayley Brown, Ody Alfa, Cole Da Silva, David Marques Castanho, Calvin Dickson, Big John, Camillo Astreppo, Finley Chadwick, Michael Felibe, Hussein Mahdi, Tyler Edmundson.Trebol FC – Montel McKenzie, Vani Da Silva, Ciaran Clark, Isaac Modi, Ethan Oke, Reggie, Emi, Ryan Gorwell, Jordan Brown, Shani Omed, Aaron Steven, Nathan Bowen.VZN FC – Henri Lansbury, Kurtice Herbert, Jerome Sinclair, Remy Mitchell, Montel McKenzie, Florian Kastrati, Michael Olive-Wigan, Barrell Mensah, Ethan McClear, Diego Dombaboni, Jami Kheresi, Luka Barusic.Wembley Rangers – Domingos Pires, Check Fayum, Ben Long, Stuart Cook, Oliver Cannon, Juan Pablo, Ruben Junior, Luke Gambin, Kaylen Kofi, Braden Shaw, Joseph Diomande, Nabid Eshari.Yanited – Kadell Daniel, Michael Hector, Mohammed Mahyoub, Remy Clerima, Percy Kiangebeni, Medy Elito, Max Pitman, Harry Cain, Henry O’Shea, Daniel Thompson, Daniel Woods, Pharrel Mensah. More

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      Arsene Wenger brought me through at Arsenal but I quit football at 32 for GARDENING – now I’m starring in Baller League

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      HENRI LANSBURY is set to star in Baller League UK in another twist for his rollercoaster career.The midfielder came through the famed Hale End academy at Arsenal and was once earmarked by Arsene Wenger as a big prospect for the future.Henri Lansbury retired in 2023 following a spell at LutonCredit: GettyThe former midfielder switched his focus to his company Grass GainsCredit: Instagram @thelawnladLansbury has worked on pitches at Fulham and Genk and his fertilizer product has received glowing reviewsCredit: Instagram / @thelawnladLansbury came through at Arsenal under Arsene WengerCredit: GettyHe spent 13 years at the Gunners before leaving permanently, having made just eight appearances under Wenger.Lansbury, 34, had several loan spells at the likes of West Ham, Norwich and Watford before moving to Nottingham Forest on a permanent deal in 2012.He made 150 appearances for Forest before spells at Aston Villa, Bristol City and Luton Town – he retired from football in 2023 after struggling with injury issues.After hanging up his boots Lansbury focused his time on his grass fertiliser company Grass Gains.READ MORE ON ARSENALHis love for gardening was born in lockdown after a gardener was unable to attend to his lawn.Soon the former England youth was mowing three times a week before he decided to launch his own products to help fellow enthusiasts get the best out of their back garden.Grass Gains fertiliser is now sold in Homebase and Lansbury has mown the pitches at Arsenal’s Hale End academy.He has also worked on pitches at Fulham, Monaco and Genk, while Grass Gains’ ‘Lawn Bulk’ fertiliser has received glowing reviews from the likes of Micah Richards, ex-Luton star Tom Lockyer and former Wales international James Chester.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSLansbury is now set to don his football boots again as Baller League UK kicks off for its inaugural tournament.He will feature for VZN FC, managed by Tobi Brown, alongside former Liverpool and Watford star Jerome Sinclair.Baller League lands major UK broadcast deal ahead of draft with star-studded competition to be shown on TV Baller League UK is a six-aside tournament consisting of managed by some high profile figures such as Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, John Terry and Maya Jama.Each team has 12 players in their squad to choose from, with rolling subs.Matches, all played at London’s Copper Box Arena and shown live on Sky Sports, are 30 minutes long – split into two halves of 15 minutes.However in the last three minutes of each half, there is a major shake-up.That includes a random selection of various crazy “gamechangers” including a 3v3 format, long-range goals counting as double and goalkeepers not being allowed to use their hands.Offsides are part of the rules but corners are ditched. More

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      Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner pleads guilty to having mobile phone behind wheel of her £70,000 Mercedes

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      KYLE Walker’s estranged wife Annie Kilner has been fined £198 after pleading guilty to not having proper control of her £70,000 Mercedes.The Wag, whose case was heard at Chester magistrates court this afternoon, was spotted at the wheel with her mobile phone in her hand last summer.Annie Kilner did not appear at court for the hearingCredit: SplashKilner pleaded guilty to the driving offenceCredit: Dan CharityKyle Walker’s estranged wife accepted she was behind the wheel while not being in control of a £70,000 MercedesCredit: BackGridShe was stopped by police in Cheshire at around 8.30pm on June 8 2024 as love rat Walker prepared to go away with the England squad for the Euros.Kilner, 32, was on her way to collect their four children when she was clocked with the device in one hand, and the other on the wheel, the court heard.She was due to stand trial, but instead did not attend and pleaded guilty via her barrister Nick Ross.As well as fining her, magistrates also imposed three penalty points on her driving licence.The charges stated the driver was “in such a position that she could not have proper control of the car”.Kilner was also charged with using a phone at the wheel but it was withdrawn.Michael O’Kane, prosecuting, said PC David O’Connor pulled her over at traffic lights on Bollington Lane in Alderley Edge, and said in a statement that he “suspected that the lady was talking to someone on her mobile phone”.Mr O’Kane continued: “He observed the driver, Miss Kilner, she had her mobile phone in her left hand with the other hand on the steering wheel.Most read in Football”The officer then pursued and stopped the vehicle and engaged in conversation with the defendant.”She said, ‘My kids are at padel’ and that she was late.”Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner set to get £750k to star in Celeb Big Brother – but only if bosses agree to strict ruleThe court heard a not guilty plea had initially been entered.But Mr Ross said she admitted the offence of not having proper control of her vehicle, rather than the offence of driving whilst using a mobile phone.He said the police officer suspected she may have been talking to someone on the phone but did not see her lips moving and she did not have the phone to her ear.He added: “This was a low-speed incident, an unremarkable incident and the defendant was on her way to collect her four children on that evening in question and she apologises for the offence.”Chair of the magistrates bench, Jean Bamford, imposed a fine of £198, with £400 costs and a £79 victim surcharge.She added: “Three points will go on her driving licence, that makes nine points. She will have to drive very carefully from now on.”The court heard she already has six points on her licence after exceeding a 30mph limit and for a traffic signal offence.Kilner faces a ban under “totting up rules” if she accumulates 12 points.The latest offence came months after Kilner and Walker, 34, had their fourth child and two days before the Three Lions ace flew to Germany.Kilner previously discovered her love-rat partner had fathered a second child with social media personality Lauryn Goodman.READ MORE SUN STORIESShe denied the driving charge in November.Her hearing is hours before Walker plays for England against ­Latvia at Wembley. More

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      Police launch assault probe as goalkeeper shoves ballboy to ground but avoids red card

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      COPS have launched a probe after a goalkeeper appeared to push a ballboy to the ground.The shocking incident occurred during Cliftonville’s 3-0 win over Carrick Rangers on Saturday.Carrick Rangers’ keeper appeared to push a ballboy to the floorThe youngster was left on the deck after handing Jack McIntyre the ballDuring the first-half of the Northern Irish Premiership game, Carrick’s goalkeeper Jack McIntyre went to retrieve the ball for a goal-kick.But he seemingly had a confrontation with the youngster, who eventually fell to the ground.There were loud boos from the home fans but the referee did not book McIntyre.Northern Irish police said that “enquiries are ongoing” and that “they received a report of an assault at the football match”.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Irish Football Association confirmed they are “aware of the incident”.And they added: “Should the matter be formally referred to the Disciplinary Committee, normal disciplinary protocols will be followed in line with established procedures”.Carrick Rangers boss Stephen Baxter insisted he missed the incident when questioned post-match, saying: “I honestly didn’t see it, I heard the crowd roaring, but I didn’t see any push, so I have nothing to say.”Cliftonville manager Jim Magilton said: “If he has done that then he is lucky and only he will know.Most read in Football”I haven’t seen it back so I can’t comment, but if he has put hands on the ballboy and that is the rule then he was lucky not to be sent off.”You’ll have to ask Jack McIntyre whether he laid hands on the boy or not.”McIntyre, 22, was on the books of Manchester City, Everton and Sunderland as a teenager but never made a senior appearance. More

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      Maya Jama watches Ruben Dias in action for Portugal but new boyfriend will wish she wasn’t in stands after blunder

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      MAYA JAMA was in attendance for Portugal’s clash with Denmark to watch Ruben Dias in action.But the Manchester City defender will maybe wish she wasn’t following his blunder in last weekend’s Nations League match.Ruben Dias was in Nations League action for Portugal last weekend as they took on DenmarkCredit: GETTYDias was at fault for the Dane’s equaliser with a slack back passCredit: YOUTUBE/VIAPLAY INTERNATIONALHe was watched on by Maya Jama, who he’s been rumoured to have been dating for several monthsCredit: INSTAGRAM@MAYAJAMAThe 27-year-old was at fault for the Danes’ equaliser, which came in the 76th minute of the match at the Estadio Jose Alvalade.His back pass was intercepted by Mika Biereth and allowed Patrick Dorgu to tee up his Manchester United team-mate Christian Eriksen for a tap-in.Love Island host Jama had one of the best seats in the house for Dias’ blunder, which she watched from a hospitality box with a pal.His gaffe, however, mattered little as Portugal ended up running out 5-2 winners after extra time.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLJama’s watching of Dias in action came just a week after she was seen dancing in a hospitality box at the Etihad during City’s 2-2 draw with Brighton.The pair are rumoured to have been dating for several months after being spotted ringing in the New Year together in Ibiza.They have, however, yet to go public with their relationship.But Jama hinted they are an item at the Brit Awards earlier this month by revealing she’s learning Portuguese.Most read in FootballMaya Jama and Ruben Dias have yet to go public with their relationshipCredit: INSTAGAM@MAYAJAMAAnd she’s warned Dias she’ll be telling him “adeus” if he doesn’t meet her relationship expectations.She said: “I’m such a lover but I am a big leaver as well.Maya Jama reveals item she’s banned from the bedroom amid romance with Man City star Ruben Dias“I know what makes me happy and I know what I like.”And this is no disrespect to anyone I’ve been in a relationship with, but if it’s not that then I will leave it.“My point I always try to make is that I am really, really happy and I have curated this lovely little life for myself and my friends.“I only want you if you are going to add to that or make it better, otherwise I am not really on it.” More