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      Taiwo Awoniyi seen for first time since horror injury as he receives hero’s welcome at Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea

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      TAIWO AWONIYI received a hero’s welcome on his return to the City Ground as he watched Nottingham Forest’s bid for a Champions League return.Awoniyi was back in the Forest stadium for the first time since his horror injury that had seen him put in a coma for a abdominal operation.Taiwo Awoniyi was given a hero’s welcome on his return to the City GroundCredit: ReutersAwoniyi waved to fans as they cheered him on the pitchCredit: GettyThe striker was given a warm reception by the fansCredit: AFPAwoniyi suffered an abdominal injury after colliding with the post during Forest’s game against Leicester earlier this monthCredit: PAThe Forest striker was paraded out on to the playing surface pre-match where fans inside the stadium gave him a huge cheer to welcome him back.Awoniyi remains injured but was watching on as his teammates tried to secure a Champions League place against Chelsea.The 27-year-old has suffered an abdominal injury against Leicester City earlier this month.The Nigerian went under the knife last Monday and was subsequently placed into an induced coma in order to regulate his heart rate and movement.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFollowing a successful operation, Awoniyi is now back on his feet and well enough to be present at the huge clash for European football.Both Forest and Chelsea are battling it out alongside Newcastle, Aston Villa and Manchester City for the three remaining Champions League spots in the Premier League on the final day.Awoniyi wished his teammates luck in a statement on social media last week.It read: “This season has been one of the most difficult of my career but through it all, I have felt the love.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”With the grace of God, I am grateful to still be here, to still be fighting, to still be smiling, and to be in good spirits.”To my team-mates, coaches, staff and the entire Forest family, thank you for your well wishes, seeing you all on your visit to the hospital lifted my spirits more than words can say.Taiwo Awoniyi health update with Nottingham Forest star recovering in hospital after emergency abdominal surgery”Wishing the boys the very best in these last two games, keep believing and keep pushing. I’m with you all the way and I can’t wait to be back out there with the boys doing what I love.”To my family, friends and football fans, thank you for the support, and to everyone back home in Nigeria who has checked in on me, prayed for me and left kind words, thank you. “I see them. I feel them. And I carry them with me every day as I recover. Come on you Reds.” More

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      Lando Norris WINS Monaco Grand Prix in front of girlfriend to boost F1 title hopes after new rule confusion

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      LANDO NORRIS roared “it’s a dream” as he won the creme de la creme of F1 races to give his title charge a major boost. The British McLaren driver, 25, was victorious in Monaco with his second win of the season after pulling off a perfect double pit stop in the race’s new format. Lando Norris won the Monaco Grand PrixCredit: GettyIt was Norris’ second win of the seasonCredit: GettyMargarida Corceiro was spotted with beaming with pride in MonacoCredit: ReutersCorceiro was smiling alongside Lando Norris’ mum Cisca and dad AdamCredit: Instagram @canalplusf1Norris overcame his qualifying demons on Saturday to bag pole position buoyed by his model and actress girlfriend Margarida Corceiro in the McLaren garage. Charles Leclerc settled for second on his home turf and Oscar Piastri came in third in the other McLaren ahead of fourth-place Max Verstappen while Lewis Hamilton bagged a solid fifth.Dutchman Verstappen was technically leading the race until the second to last lap and was hoping for a red flag having not made his mandatory second pitstop until then.At the start, Norris survived despite a big lock up with his front tyres and there was no change from the how the rest of the top ten lined up. READ MORE IN F1Drama erupted when Gabriel Bortoleto crashed nose first into the barriers at Portier, sparking a virtual safety car and a flurry of pit stops from Ollie Bearman, Pierre Gasly and Yuki Tsunoda at the back. Gasly’s wheel was left hanging on by a thread though and without brakes after going into the back of Red Bull’s Tsunoda leaving it game over for the Frenchman. Hamilton was the first of the big guns to stop on lap 19 and reemerged in sixth and Norris followed suit one lap later, coming out fourth. Piastri pitted but it was sluggish as there was an issue with the rear-left tyre on the Aussie’s car, costing him just over a second. Most read in MotorsportBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKHe was ticked off, saying on his team radio: “So now what’s the plan? Because that didn’t work very well.”Verstappen finally pitted on lap 29 and Norris shuffled back into the lead, a comfortable 5.8 seconds ahead of Leclerc, while Piastri was over four seconds behind him. McLaren driver Norris even LAPPED George Russell who was dawdling back in 12th in the middle of a traffic jam as Carlos Sainz was keeping everyone held up. Mercedes produced a horror strategy with the mandatory two pit stop rule, leaving Kimi Antonelli coming in last. The Italian teenager made his first pit stop on LAP 72 before making his second just three laps later. Fernando Alonso’s afternoon was over as he retired with what seemed like a technical problem as his point-less run this season continues. Russell was grumbling over Alex Albon’s “erratic” driving and went way off track to overtake the Thai Williams driver, leaving him with a penalty. The British driver did his best Jose Mourinho impression when he was informed of the penalty, saying “I prefer not to speak.”At the front of the pack Verstappen was still leading the race but only made one of his visits to the pits.Read More on The SunIt made things spicier as Norris was closing up on Verstappen who was waiting for something to happen. Verstappen put Norris under the cosh until the end, backing him up to leave Leclerc snapping at his heels but the Brit held on. Norris even lapped George RussellCredit: AFPNorris is just three points behind Piastri at the top of the standingsCredit: Getty More

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      Lando Norris’ girlfriend spotted giggling at Monaco Grand Prix alongside McLaren star’s mum as romance goes ‘official’

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      LANDO NORRIS’ girlfriend Margarida Corceiro was spotted giggling alongside the McLaren star’s mum at the Monaco Grand Prix.The superstar couple are seemingly back together after Corceiro was clearly supporting Norris this weekend.Margarida Corceiro was spotted with a beaming smile at the Monaco Grand PrixCredit: Instagram @canalplusf1Corceiro was smiling alongside Lando Norris’ mum CIsca and dad AdamCredit: Instagram @canalplusf1Corceiro was on edge as she watched qualification yesterdayNorris took an excellent pole position for the Monaco GPCredit: Shutterstock EditorialReports had claimed that the pair had split last August, but they now seem as loved up as ever with the Portuguese model watching Norris secure pole position with the McLaren team in qualification yesterday.And now their relationship appears to be all but confirmed after Corceiro looked pally with Norris’ mum Cisca ahead of the Grand Prix today.The 22-year-old walked trackside with Cisca and Norris’ father Adam, giggling in good spirits before the race began.And she had plenty to smile about once the race reached its conclusion too.READ MORE F1 NEWSNorris edged out Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri to win the Monaco GP.Corceiro was watching alongside Norris father with the McLaren team as her boyfriend secured the victory.While she reached out and grabbed Norris’ hand after the race in the middle of a crowd of team members, fans and media.Norris and Corceiro were first linked back in 2023 when they were spotted in public together for the first time.Most read in MotorsportCorceiro watched the race alongside Norris’ fatherCredit: Sky Sports F1She held Norris’ hand after the victoryCredit: Sky SPorts f1She watched Norris’ podium presentation with his parentsCredit: Sky Sports F1CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSRumours of a romance were sparked by the pair driving around in a Fiat Jolly, before later attending tennis’ Monte-Carlo Masters together.Corceiro is no stranger to being around top-level sport, having previously dated Chelsea star Joao Felix.Max Verstappen and Lando Norris open up on F1 rivalry after controversial clashesFelix, who is currently on loan at Italian club AC Milan, reportedly dated Corceiro between 2019 and 2021 – meeting when the model was just 17 years old.Corceiro is both a model and a TV actress in her home country of Portugal.She boasts an impressive 1.9MILLION followers on Instagram where she is regularly sharing a glimpse of her glamorous travel-filled lifestyle and her modelling shoots.Norris previously dated another Portuguese model in Luisinha Oliveira.Corceiro has a huge following on social mediaCredit: Instagram / @magui_corceiroThe TV actress is edging up to 2m followers on InstagramCredit: magui_corceiro/instagramCorceiro is a Portuguese model, like Norris’ previous partnerCredit: magui_corceiro/instagramShe has modelled for IntimissimiCredit: Instagram / @maguui_corceiroCorceiro is always sharing her glamorous lifestyle onlineCredit: Instagram / @magui_corceiro More

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      Man Utd DROP Garnacho and Onana from final day squad vs Aston Villa with both stars linked with transfer exits

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      ANDRE ONANA and Alejandro Garnacho have been DROPPED for Manchester United’s last game of the season against Aston Villa. Altay Bayindir starts between the posts at Old Trafford with Garnacho joining Onana in not even making the bench. Alejandro Garnacho and Andre Onana have been dropped for Manchester United’s last game of the seasonCredit: PAThe winger aired his frustration at being benched in United’s Europa League final loss to Spurs last week. And Ruben Amorim is believed to have told the 20-year-old Argentine to find a new club next season. The under-fire manager offered to walk away without any compensation if the board and fans are no longer behind him.But, the Old Trafford hierarchy are believed to be behind Amorim – who replaced Erik ten Hag in November.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAccording to The Athletic, Amorim addressed players at the club’s Carrington training ground on Saturday to inform them of his own plans.And it was there that Garnacho is said to have been told to find a new team following a period of uncertainty at the club.But despite speculation linking the forward with a move away – Amorim insisted he is still in his plans. He said: “Garnacho is a Manchester United player that is not in the squad today, but he continues to be a Manchester United player.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAsked if he will be on the post-season tour of Asia next week, he said: “Yes. Everybody’s going because we have to go and meet our fans and give something to our fans on the other side of the world.” Garnacho was left out of the starting XI that was beaten by Spurs – despite starting in ten of their matches in the European campaign.Ruben Amorim breaks silence over futures of Bruno Fernandes and Alejandro GarnachoUnited’s defeat in Spain – while sitting 16th in the Premier League – caps off a horror season.And Garnacho told Argentine press in Bilbao: “It’s hard for everyone.”The season was s***, both now losing the final tonight, and in the league, where we didn’t beat anyone, that’s the truth.“Up until the final, I’ve played every round, and today to play 20 minutes… I don’t know. I’m going to try to enjoy the summer and see what happens after.”His brother Roberto then caused a stir following the winger’s cryptic message in Bilbao.He posted a picture of a dejected Garnacho and wrote: “Working as no one else, helping every round, coming from two goals in the last two finals, just to be on the pitch for 19 mins and get thrown under the bus.”And now Garnacho’s girlfriend Eva appears to have confirmed his exit by posting their son Enzo’s United kit with the caption: “Last match.”She accompanied it with a crying and love heart emoji.Garnacho’s girlfriend Eva appears to have confirmed his exitCredit: Instagram / @evagarciaGarnacho was benched against Spurs with Mason Mount and Amad Diallo operating as forwards.Amorim was probed on his decision to leave Garnacho out for Mount, to which he replied: “It’s easy to say that now.”Who missed the big opportunity in the first half in the semi-final? Garnacho. Football is like that.”Garnacho, 20, has played 58 times this season across all competitions, more than any other United player.He has 11 goals to his name and remains linked with a move away from Old Trafford, with Chelsea showing interest in January.SunSport revealed how Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo are among the most at risk of being sold in the summer.United remain in a financial mess and selling two of the first team’s biggest assets is now a priority to ease the pressure.Bruno Fernandes has also suggested he could leave but United will not want to offload their skipper.Other players such as Marcus Rashford and Antony, who have been on loan at Villa and Real Betis respectively, will also be sold in what is likely to be a turbulent summer at United.Amorim was asked in his final pre-match press conference of the season whether he has sought to clarify Fernandes and Garnacho’s futures.And he said: “I will speak with my players but my focus is the last game. I don’t know what is going to happen.“We have a plan — we were prepared for both situations, with or without Champions League.”We have an idea what type of squad we want. Now we have to focus on the game, we now have the last game and we have time to address those situations.”Onana meanwhile joined in 2023 in a £47.5m deal from Inter Milan after David de Gea left on a free. Read More on The SunBut he has suffered inconsistent form in Manchester with a string of howlers – leaving a move to Saudi Arabia on the cards.Villa stopper Emi Martinez – who starts against United – has been linked with a move to Old Trafford as he looks to leave Villa. Onana could leave UnitedCredit: Reuters More

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      Charlton 1 Leyton Orient 0: Nathan Jones leads Addicks back to Championship with huge win over London rivals at Wembley

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      MACAULAY GILLESPHEY curled home the sweetest of free-kicks to fire Charlton back into the Championship.It has been five long years for the Addicks in League One but the defender came up trumps with a 30th-minute effort to earn Nathan Jones promotion in his first full season as boss.Charlton are back in the ChampionshipCredit: Shutterstock EditorialMacaulay Gillesphey’s free-kick proved decisiveCredit: PANathan Jones celebrated in typically wild fashion at full-timeCredit: Shutterstock EditorialCharlton return to the second tier for the first time in 2020Credit: Shutterstock EditorialCharlton have been out of the Premier League since 2007 and this has been their fifth season in League One and eighth out of the last nine.But since Nathan Jones took charge in February 2004 things have been on the up at The Valley – steering clear of an unimaginable relegation battle before a third-place finish this season.The game started at a great pace.And ref Andrew Kitchen decided to keep the card in his pocket when Lloyd Jones clattered Dan Agyei as the Orient striker looked to break into the Charlton half.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLRight-back Ethan Galbraith, who Wellens said is a “future Premier League footballer”, dragged an effort wide.Ollie O’Neill had a chance to shoot when the O’s caught Charlton on the break but Kayne Ramsay threw himself to block the effort.Leyton Orient came close to breaking the deadlock when Agyei played a peach of a cross from the right but Jordan Brown just failed to connect.And Charlton ruthlessly punished them down the other end when Tyrese Campbell was brought down 25 yards from goal.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSUp stepped Macaulay Gillesphey to curl a wonderful free-kick past Josh Keeley despite the keeper getting his fingertips to it for his sixth goal of the season.It was so excellently executed and sent the sold-out Charlton end into a frenzy of jubilationWhat had been so frustrating for Orient is that in the first half their top-scoring Charlie Kelman did not get a single kick inside the Charlton box.Wellens sent his team out early for the second half and Galbraith managed to get behind the Addicks on the right flank but his cross was jumped on by Will Mannion.And Orient went mighty close to levelling when Jack Currie saw his effort deflected by Tyreece Campbell barely an inch wide of the right post that had Mannion beaten.The O’s fans, who had gone a little quiet, now found their voice again, having belief that they might be able to claw themselves back into the game.The bar then came to Charlton’s rescue when Currie drove forward, played a pass into Kelman, who let fly a 20 yard effort that flew over Mannion but rattled back off the woodwork.Charlton did not concede in their three play-off gamesCredit: Shutterstock EditorialIt was Gillesphey’s sixth goal of the seasonCredit: GettyAlex Gilbert took out Jamie Donley on the edge of the box before the O’s player dusted himself off but fired his shot into the wall.Conor Coventry saw an effort tipped over by Josh Keeley after he was played in by Karoy Anderson.Ref Andrew Kitchen was having issues with his communications kit and there was a long delay while he got kitted with a replacement.Read More on The SunChuks Aneke saw a snap shot pushed around the post by Keeley.After 11 minutes of stoppages it was finally all over and the Addicks are back in the Championship. More

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      Southampton ANNOUNCE Will Still as new manager one hour before final game of the season vs Arsenal

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      SOUTHAMPTON have tasked Will Still with leading them back to the Premier League.Saints have confirmed their appointment of the Belgian-born English coach, 32, on a three-year deal and the young boss has already targeted promotion.Southampton confirmed Will Still as their new managerCredit: GettySaints put the announcement on the big screen at St Mary’s before facing ArsenalCredit: GettyThe announcement – which included a woman at a bar putting sparkling water away to keep the still out – came just an hour before kick-off in their final game of the dismal season at home to Arsenal. Russell Martin led the south coast side up through the play-offs last year but was dismissed in December, with Southampton going on to be relegated earlier than any club in Premier League history.Southampton had been targeting their former assistant Danny Rohl, who will leave Sheffield Wednesday this summer.But there is competition for the German who is taking time to make a decision on his future, causing Saints to move elsewhere as SunSport revealed the move for Still.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLStill, who wanted to become a coach after playing the videogame Football Manager in his youth, recently announced his decision to leave Lens in France where he also managed Stade de Reims as the youngest manager in Europe’s top five leagues.He said: “I’m extremely proud and excited to have joined Southampton.”There is huge potential here and we have a great opportunity to do something special.“The project that has been laid out to me is very impressive and, all together, I believe we can build a clear identity and a very positive future for the team.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS“I can’t wait to meet you, the fans. I look forward to hearing you in voice, and feeling the energy and belief at St Mary’s and beyond.“I’m eager to get to work this summer and start building a close-knit group that can make everyone proud and ultimately get us back to where we belong; in the Premier League.”Will Still goes public with Sky Sports girlfriend Emma SaundersStill will be in attendance at St Mary’s for the home clash with the Gunners alongside Sky Sports presenter girlfriend Emma Saunders.Saints’ new technical director, Johannes Spors, said: “Will is a young, innovative manager who has already gained significant experience throughout his career, and we have been extremely impressed both by his track record and our conversations with him.“What was very apparent in our discussions was the clarity of his philosophy and the identity he wants his teams to have, but also his willingness and ability to adapt to different situations as they present themselves, which will be an important quality in the Championship next season.“We were very impressed by his personality and his values, and we feel he will be an excellent fit for the culture we are looking to build at Staplewood.”Still went public with Saunders during Euro 2024 after watching an England game together.But he wanted to move to England to be closer to his girlfriend following her cancer diagnosis.Read More on The SunSaunders was treated for thyroid cancer at the start of the season and also overcame brain infection encephalitis.Still revealed she was in a coma and had to leave her hospital room to manage his team in France. Simon Ruskhas been in interim charge assisted by Adam LallanaCredit: PAStill is dating Sky Sports presenter Emma SaundersCredit: Instagram / @wrstillThe couple were in attendance for the Arsenal match togetherCredit: GettyWill Still’s managerial recordLierse 6 October 2017 to 2 December 2017 – P9 W7 D1 L1 GD+7 Win % 78Beerschot 19 January 2021 to 30 June 2021 – P15 W6 D2 L7 GD+2 Win % 40Reims 13 October 2022 to 2 May 2024 – P65 W25 D19 L21 GD+11 Win % 38Lens 10 June 2024 to 18 May 2025 – P38 W17 D8 L13 GD+6 Win % 45TOTAL P127 W55 D30 L42 GD+26 Win % 43 More

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      Why is Mikel Arteta banned from the touchline for Arsenal’s final Premier League game against Southampton?

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      MIKEL ARTETA is 90 minutes away from leading his Arsenal side to a third successive second-place finish in the Premier League – but the Spaniard is BANNED from the touchline today.Many tipped the Gunners to finally get their hands on the title after Manchester City’s awful start to the 2024/25 campaign.Mikel Arteta has faced disciplinary action beforeCredit: AFPBut instead, it was Dutchman Arne Slot who would capitalise by leading Liverpool to their 20th Prem crown in what turned out to be a sensational debut season.And things could have gone from bad to worse as Arsenal were in danger of slipping out of the top five Champions League spots with a tough schedule ahead of them.However, a hard-fought 2-2 draw with champions Liverpool and a crucial 1-0 win over Newcastle confirmed their spot in club football’s elite competition for next season.Furthermore, barring an absolute travesty, the Gunners will finish second once again but boss Arteta will be gutted that he can’t say goodbye to the fans for this season.Read more on Mikel ArtetaWhy is Mikel Arteta banned from the touchline?Mikel Arteta is banned from the touchline this afternoon as he picked up his third yellow card of the season during last weekend’s win against Newcastle.The Spaniard was booked after kicking the ball away late on.And assistant Albert Stuivenberg will take charge in the Arsenal boss’s absence.Arteta won’t mind too much after his side all-but-sealed a second-place finish.Most read in FootballA super strike from Declan Rice saw the Gunners beat Newcastle to the runners-up spot while also cementing a place in next season’s Champions League.Who is Albert Stuivenberg?Albert Stuivenberg is the current assistant manager of Arsenal, having been at the club since December 2019.Stuivenberg was born in Rotterdam, Holland in August 1970, making him 51 years old.The Dutchman is nicknamed ‘AirPod Albert’ for his wearing of the headphones on the touchline during games.An injury brought his playing career to an early halt after spells at SC Telstar and HFC Haarlem before he moved into coaching with Feyenoord and then the Holland Under-17 and Under-21 teams.Stuivenberg was appointed Louis van Gaal’s assistant coach at Manchester United in 2014 alongside assistant manager Ryan Giggs.After he departed United in 2016 following Van Gaal’s dismissal, Stuivenberg again linked up with Giggs to become Wales’ assistant manager under the former winger in 2018.Stuivenberg was still Wales assistant in addition to his Arsenal role up until July of 2021.But his sole focus is now on the Gunners after leaving the Welsh set-up after their Euro 2020 campaign.Premier League table More

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      When does the 2025/26 Premier League season start?

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      THE 2024/25 Premier League season will come to a conclusion this afternoon.A campaign full of thrills and spills saw Liverpool secure a record-equalling 20th league title in Arne Slot’s first season in the Anfield dugoutLiverpool were crowned Premier League champions with four games to spareCredit: PAManchester United and Tottenham will already be looking ahead to next season after the two English giants both had domestic seasons to forget.Next season’s 20 Premier League clubs have been officially confirmed after Sunderland beat Sheffield United 2-1 in the Championship play-off final to claim the last spot in the top flight.The Black Cats will join the second tier’s top two, Burnley and Leeds, in England’s elite division, replacing Southampton, Leicester and Ipswich.Next season’s Premier League promises to be as electrifying as ever – and SunSport can reveal the all-important dates you need for your calendar.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhen does the 2025/26 Premier League season start?The 2025/26 Premier League season will begin on the weekend of August 16/17, 2025.The start date allows for the maximum player rest time available – 83 clear days – from the end of the 2024/25 campaign.33 weekend and five midweek match rounds will make up the 2025/26 season.The Premier League states that the schedule “continues to allow more rest time for players over the festive match-round period”.Most read in FootballNo two rounds of fixtures will take place within 60 hours of each other and there will be no game on Christmas Eve.The fixtures for the Premier League 2025/26 season will be released at 9am BST on Wednesday, June 18, 2025.When does the 2025/26 Premier League season end?The 2025/26 Premier League season will come to a close on Sunday, May 24, 2026.All matches will kick-off simultaneously like normal.The season end date ensures that the Prem season finishes ahead of the 2026 Club World Cup call-up period. More