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      ‘Why y’all booing?’ – Gervonta Davis reveals strange reason for taking a knee as Lamont Roach is ‘robbed’ of win

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      GERVONTA DAVIS blamed greasy hair product for touching the canvas against Lamont Roach – despite escaping a knockdown. Davis was taken the full 12 rounds and walked away with his WBA lightweight title and undefeated record after a controversial draw. Gervonta Davis blamed greasy hair product for touching the canvas against Lamont RoachDavis touched the canvas but a knockdown was not scoredBut the biggest talking point of the night was not the scorecards, it was the drama that unfolded in round nine. Roach landed a jab on Davis and the champion paused – but after a delayed reaction he touched the canvas with his knee.Touching down with the knee or glove is an automatic count and point deduction. But referee Steve Willis allowed Davis into his corner to get his face wiped down by coaches – to the confusion of everyone watching on. READ MORE IN BOXINGDavis later faced boos from the crowd when he claimed hair product dripping into his eye caused the reaction. He said: “I just got my hair done two days ago and she put grease in my s***.”So the s*** was like sweating and things like that and the grease coming in my my face.”It burned my eyes type s***, yeah. Damn, why y’all booing like I’m saying bulls***?Most read in Boxing”Like, this is real facts. Come on, man. Look at my hair, I just got my s*** done.”But it’s all cool, man. You know how it get. They love you, then they hate you. Turn around then they love you again.”One judge scored the bout 115-113 in favour of Davis while the other two had it 114-114 to result in a majority draw. But had Roach’s knockdown rightly have been scored then he would have walked away with a split-decision win. He said: “If you voluntarily take a knee and the ref start counting, it should be a knockdown.”If that’s a knockdown, I win the fight. So, I mean, it is what it is. I’m not, I’m not banking on that knockdown to win. I just thought I pulled it out.”Unbeaten four-division champion Terence Crawford, 37, claimed Roach was robbed of victory. If that’s a knockdown, I win the fight. So, I mean, it is what it is. I’m not, I’m not banking on that knockdown to win. I just thought I pulled it out.Lamont Roach He posted online: “They robbed that boy and it’s crazy. “I never seen someone take a knee and they don’t count it as a knock down. Must of forgot the rules for tonight.”Reporter Steve Mannix said Davis was fortunate not to be disqualified. Mannix posted: “Texting with three veteran boxing referees. All agree: The knee should have been called a knockdown.”One noted that Tank could have been disqualified for getting his face wiped by his corner.” Both men called for a rematch with Davis wanting to do it back in New York after the Barclays Center draw. READ MORE SUN STORIESHe said: “We can run it back for sure.”Bring it back to New York. Let’s do it again. Let’s have a rematch back in New York. Let’s do it again, baby.”Davis touched the canvas but escaped a knockdown being scoredCredit: GettyDavis got his face wiped by coach Calvin FordCredit: Getty More

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      Gervonta Davis escapes with controversial draw against Lamont Roach as rivals call for rematch

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      GERVONTA DAVIS escaped with a controversial DRAW against Lamont Roach – leaving the pair calling for a rematch. Davis kept onto his WBA lightweight title and undefeated record after going the 12 round distance. Lamont Roach and Gervonta Davis fought to a drawCredit: APThe fight really heated up in the second halfCredit: APDavis retains his WBA title and unbeaten record in controversial fashionCredit: APThe two called for a rematchCredit: GettyDavis was left barley recognizable after this punchCredit: AlamyOne judge scored in 115-113 in favour of the American superstar while the other two called it a 114-114 draw. Davis admitted he underperformed but left the door open to a rematch back in New York. He said “I made it competitive, for real. To be honest.”But for sure, Lamont is a great fighter. He got the skills, like I said before, he got punching power.READ MORE IN BOXING”It was learning lesson, you know, shout out to Lamont Roach and his whole team and hopefully we can run it back for sure.”Bring it back to New York. Let’s do it again. Let’s have a rematch back in New York. Let’s do it again, baby.”After Davis faced boos from the Barclays Center crowd, underdog Roach was cheered as he too called for a rematch. Roach said: “I’m just a little disappointed in this decision. I thought I pulled it out.Most read in Boxing”That’s what two skilled fighters get in there and show off their craft. I definitely thought I won but we can run it back. Gervonta is a great fighter.”I thank him for the opportunity to get to show the world to all the people that was doubting on me, all the people that was talking s***, all the fake boxing media, all that s***.”That s*** done flipped upside down, even though I didn’t win tonight, I thought I did. “But it’s a win for me in my book, but we’re not satisfied with that. We need a real W.”Davis, 30, started the bout slow but Roach, 29, was also cautious. It was a battle of the jabs and body work until the second half of the fight when it really kicked into gear. As Davis stood his ground and loaded up on left hands and right hooks, he might have expected Roach to crumble like others before him. But the challenger fought fire with fire, landing combinations and lead left hooks of his own. Davis lands a big left on RoachCredit: APDavis touched the canvas with his kneeCredit: GettyHe claimed it was because hair product got in his eyeCredit: GettyThe fight turned farcical in round nine when Roach landed a jab on Davis and the champion paused before taking a knee. Per the rules, if the glove or knee touches the canvas the referee is to administer a count. But official Steve Willis allowed Davis into his corner to get his face wiped by his coaches without a count or point being deducted. The fight sparked into life afterwards as the two matched each other for the three more remaining rounds. Roach finished the bout on the front foot, landing a big left hook to earn himself a draw. But had the knockdown been rightly called, he would find himself as a two-weight world champ and the first to beat Davis. Roach said: “If you voluntarily take a knee and the ref start counting, it should be a knockdown. Davis wants a rematchCredit: GettyRoach thought he should have wonCredit: Getty”If that’s a knockdown, I win the fight. So, I mean, it is what it is. I’m not banking on that knockdown to win. I just thought I pulled it out.”S***, I hope we can run it back. I want to run it back for sure.”Davis faced more jeers from the crowd as he revealed greasy hair product in his eyes caused him to take a knee. He said: “I just got my hair done two days ago and she put grease in my s***.”So the s*** was like sweating and things like that and the grease coming in my my face.”It burned my eyes type s***, yeah. Damn, why y’all booing like I’m saying bulls***? “Like, this is real facts. Come on, man. Look at my hair, I just got my s*** done.READ MORE SUN STORIES”But it’s all cool, man. You know how it get. They love you, then they hate you. Turn around then they love you again.” More

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      Dele Alli takes biggest step yet towards career revival as new club Como say ‘we’re buzzing!’

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      COMO sounded as excited as Dele Alli surely must be – as they revealed a huge leap forward for the midfielder’s comeback.The Serie A club had made a tentative first step in January when they signed the ex-Tottenham and England star.Dele Alli has settled in well at Como during trainingCredit: Instagram / @18albertompThe Serie A club were delighted to reveal Alli is in Sunday’s squadNow Como have announced the 28-year-old is in the squad for Sunday’s Italian top-flight clash with Roma – with a debut looming.The club posted a squad sheet with Alli at Number 8 and added the message: “First one for Dele! We’re buzzing, just like you guys…”The former Everton ace last played in February 2023 – on loan for BesiktasAnd when he started training with Como over the New Year their boss, Arsenal legend Cesc Fabregas, appeared cautious.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut Alli quickly impressed – and it’s thought the contract he penned is until next year, partly linked to appearances and availability.After returning to Everton from his temporary spell in Turkey, his Goodison Park contract expired soon after in June 2023.Injuries put paid to his hopes of a new Prem deal.And in the same summer he opened up on his struggles with a sleeping pill addiction, as well as mental health issues, also revealing he had been sexually abused at the age of six.Most read in FootballAlli has already watched on from the sidelines for ComoCredit: GettyAlli was praised for speaking out over his challenges and trauma.And he has since regained full physical fitness, having struggled to regain the form that saw him win 37 caps from 2015-19 as one of the Three Lions’ bright new hopes.Jamie Carragher and Dele Alli give verdict on Chelsea penalty rowNow there’s a wealth of well-wishers for Alli over his latest attempt to comeback and fulfill more than a glimpse of his potential.One fan responded to Como’s post by saying: “Finally my boy Dele Alli is back.”Dele Alli has not played a professional football match in over two years, with his last appearance coming in February 2023 for Turkish side Besiktas. More

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      Crystal Palace release Jean-Philippe Mateta injury statement as star leaves hospital after ‘severe laceration to ear’

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      CRYSTAL PALACE have revealed Jean-Philippe Mateta has been discharged from hospital following his horror injury against Millwall.The Eagles hitman, 27, was on the receiving end of a wild tackle from Liam Roberts in the first half of the tasty FA Cup fifth-round tie.Jean-Philippe Mateta lays stricken on the floor following a horror injuryCredit: GettyFrench striker Mateta was struck by Liam Roberts’ boot in an awful tackleCredit: GettyPalace chairman Steve Parish couldn’t hide his frustrations as he accused The Lions goalkeeper of “endangering” Mateta’s life.But now the club are delighted to reveal their in-form forward has returned home.In a club statement, they said: “We are very pleased to confirm that JP Mateta has this evening been discharged from St George’s Hospital where he received specialist treatment and 25 stitches to a severe laceration to his left ear. All scans were clear and JP is feeling well.”He will now rest and recuperate over the following days where his progress will be monitored by our club doctor.Read more Crystal Palace news”Thank you to the medical staff at both Selhurst Park and the hospital for their help and professionalism, and for all the wishes of support that JP and the club have received today.”Just six minutes were on the clock in the South London derby FA Cup fifth-round clash when Crystal Palace’s Will Hughes played a superb long pass up the field.Mateta and Millwall centre-back Jake Cooper tussled for the bouncing ball.But Lions goalkeeper Roberts came rushing out of his box.Most read in FootballThe 30-year-old did appear to win a part of the ball.’Endangered his life’ – Crystal Palace owner gives Mateta injury update live on BBC and slams ‘reckless’ Millwall starBut he then clattered into Mateta with his stray left boot, catching him in the head with his studs and opening a nasty gash behind the ear of the striker.Ref Michael Oliver initially allowed play to continue with Palace still on the attack but once the shot was headed away, he stopped the game.To start with, Roberts escaped without a red card and was permitted to stay on the field but then Oliver was sent to the pitchside VAR monitor to watch a replay.He decided to overturn his original decision and announced the sending off over the stadium tannoy before brandishing the red card.Mateta stayed down for several minutes as he was treated by the medics on the Selhurst Park pitch while distressed team-mates watched on.After nearly ten minutes on the ground, he was carried off on a stretcher to the corner of the stadium where an ambulance was waiting to take him to hospital.The French striker received oxygen as he was taken away.Speaking at half-time of the match, Palace chief Parish said: “So far what we know is he’s got a bad gash behind his ear and a head injury. He’s at the hospital so we hope for the best.”There’s a lot of emotion in football but we need to talk about that challenge.”In all the time I’ve watched football, I’ve never seen a challenge like it.Mateta was given oxygen as he left the Selhurst Park pitchCredit: GettyAt half-time Steve Parish blasted the challenge in an interview with BBC SportCredit: BBC”I looked to see how old the keeper is, he’s 30 years old.”That is the most reckless challenge on a football pitch I think I’ve ever seen.READ MORE SUN STORIES”And he needs to have a long, hard look at himself that lad.”Because he’s endangering a fellow professional, maybe even his life, with a challenge like that.” More

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      Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach LIVE RESULTS: Fight time and card updates as Tank returns to ring for huge title clash

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      GERVONTA DAVIS returns to the ring TONIGHT as he goes head-to-head with Lamont Roach in New York.Tank is looking to defend his WBA lightweight world championship in the blockbuster main event on Amazon Prime PPV.Davis possesses an incredible spotless record after 30 bouts and has produced four devastating knockouts in his last four fights.Should Tank claim victory in his first fight of 2025, it would add more fuel to the fire for a highly-anticipated bout with fellow American Shakur Stevenson.Card start time: 8pm ET/1am GMTMain event start time: 10pm ET/3am GMT (approx.)TV/Stream: Prime PPVFollow our live blog below…About Lamont RoachRoach does not boast the unbeaten record Davis does, but still holds a mighty record.He comes into the fight at 25-1-1.Roach, residing from Washington, DC, lost out on the WBO super featherweight title against Jamal Herring in 2019, but won four on the bounce to recover.He won his first title against Hector Luis Garcia in November 2023, winning the WBA super featherweight title.Davis has been allowed to step up a weight division to fight Davis, and should he win, would have five days to decide if he would want to keep the super featherweight or lightweight title.Copy linkCopiedFull CardHere is how the action is looking for tonight’s card:Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach – main eventJose Valenzuela vs Gary Antuanne RussellAlberto Puello vs Sandor MartinYoenis Tellez vs Julian WilliamsJarrett Hurd vs Johan GonzalezNasheed H Smith vs Tariq GreenGeo Lopez vs Grimardi MachucaCristian Cangelosi vs Jarrod TennantDwyke Flemmings Jr vs Florent DervisDavid Whitmire vs Angel MunozAlexis De la Cerda Landin vs Sharone CarterDeric Davis vs Jamal JohnsonCopy linkCopiedWelcome to SunSport’s coverage of Gervonta Davis vs Lamont RoachFight night is LIVE from Barclays Center in Brooklyn as Gervonta Davis takes on Lamont Roach.Davis will be putting his WBA lightweight title on the line.Gervonta “Tank” Davis currently has a shining record of 30-0-0, with 28 KOs.Early predictions do not give Lamont Roach much chance, but he is feeling confident ahead of the fight, saying:“He knows damn well that s*** ain’t gonna happen.”This fight looks to be the first of three Davis will put on this year, reportedly retiring at the end of the year.Copy linkCopied More

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      I’m Premier League star who’s been a fisherman longer than a footballer, I changed position overnight because of Ronaldo

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      FULHAM frontman Rodrigo Muniz has been fishing longer than he has been a striker.And the two skills go hand in hand for the Brazilian, who heads for the local lagoon rather than the beach when he goes home.Rodrigo Muniz has a surprise love for fishingCredit: Instagram @r.munizThe Fulham frontman has compared fishing to scoring goals in the Premier LeagueCredit: Instagram @r.munizMuniz spoke to SunSport ahead of facing Man Utd in the FA Cup fifth roundCredit: Darren FletcherMuniz celebrated his winner at Wolves on Tuesday night by pretending to reel in a rod.And ahead of the FA Cup fifth-round trip to Manchester United, he said: “I tried fishing in England… but it was too COLD.“My mum and dad used to go almost every weekend. I loved it and I still do.“You go there, you sit and relax, and when you get the bite from the fish, you feel, ‘This is really exciting’. And you have to take your chance — just like a striker.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMuniz is making a big splash now but dad Alexandre was once the local celebrity in their Brazilian hometown of Sao Domingos do Prata.Factory worker Alexandre had a sideline in Axe — a style of music particularly associated with Carnival season.Muniz Jr, 23, recalled: “Everybody in town would tell me, ‘Your dad is a really great singer’.”But Alexandre was also an avid football fan who coached his son.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSMuniz recalled: “When I was eight, Ronaldo came back to Brazil to play for Corinthians. “I remember watching him on the TV and my dad said, ‘Look at the striker, he is the biggest star of the club because he scores goals, the centre of attention’.I experienced the poshest, most exclusive stand in the Premier League and it was like no other“I was a midfielder but the next day I had training and I said to my coach, ‘Now I am a striker.’”Muniz adopted Samba Boys legend Ronaldo and Zlatan Ibrahimovic as his idols and, aged 14, moved hundreds of miles from home to join Desportivo Brasil, a club near Sao Paulo.His mum Luzia, a school cook, had to talk him out of leaving after the first week. But the goals soon flowed and continued after he earned a move to the youth set-up of Brazilian giants Flamengo.Muniz had to wait for chances in the senior side because Gabriel “Gabigol” Barbosa and Pedro were top dogs. But he still attracted attention with his contribution to the club, winning three trophies.Muniz cites Ronaldo as his idolCredit: Getty Images – GettyFulham boss Marco Silva convinced him to choose FulhamCredit: GettyA personal phone call from Fulham boss Marco Silva helped decide his next move. Fellow Brazilian Richarlison had become a Premier League star under the Portuguese at Watford and Everton.Muniz revealed: “Marco Silva said, ‘Look at Richarlison now’, and said he wanted to do not exactly the same with me, but very similar.“I didn’t play a lot in Flamengo but he believed in me. I had offers from Saudi Arabia, Atletico Madrid and other clubs.“But Marco really wanted me to play for him and, after that call, I decided to go to Fulham.”The patience Muniz learned from fishing stood him in good stead once more.In his first season in England, 2021-22, he watched and learned from Aleksandar Mitrovic as the Serb banged in the goals that earned Fulham promotion from the Championship.In his second season, Muniz had an underwhelming loan at Middlesbrough. But midway through last season, everything clicked.Muniz is a devout Christian and he said: “Fishing helped me but what helped me more was the Bible, because there are a lot of examples in there of patience.“When I was in Flamengo, I told myself, ‘Now it is Pedro and Gabigol time, my time is coming’. When my time arrived, I scored goals and came here. My third season in England was really good… it was my time.”Muniz scored eight goals in eight league games in February and March 2024 — and became the first Fulham player for 14 years to be named Premier League Player of the Month.He wept when Brazilian team-mates Willian and Andreas Pereira presented him with the trophy.And on Boxing Day last year, Muniz moved Fulham fans to tears by scoring the stoppage-time winner that earned their first victory over neighbours Chelsea at Stamford Bridge since 1979.He revealed: “A woman came up to me and said, ‘I was here when we won 45 years ago and I am here now, thank you so much.’  Then she started crying. I felt really happy.”Muniz has had to be patient again for much of this season with in-form Raul Jimenez being Silva’s first-choice frontman.But Muniz started at Wolves on Tuesday and scored a sumptuous winner in the 2-1 victory.His last three league goals have all been decisive in 2-1 victories — with that strike at Chelsea and at Newcastle last month — and has also scored three times in Fulham’s two FA Cup wins against Watford and Wigan. In the fifth-round Red Devils clash, Silva’s side will try to repeat last season’s 2-1 league win which was the club’s first triumph at Old Trafford for 21 years.Muniz loves a big stage, having already scored at Anfield, the Etihad, Stamford Bridge and St James’ Park this season.And he once struck twice for Flamengo at the legendary Maracana Stadium, including a bicycle kick.Muniz said: “I feel much better than last season. I have more confidence, even though I have not played a lot, and I am in the best shape since I came here.“I was 20-years-old when I scored that goal in the Maracana.“If I can score any goal at Old Trafford I will be very happy.  But if it happens like in the Maracana it will be even better.”READ MORE SUN STORIESThe highlight of Muniz’s fishing career was landing a massive “tambaqui” back home a couple of years ago.But reeling in fallen giants United would be his biggest catch yet in England.Muniz scored in the 2-1 win over Wolves on TuesdayCredit: Getty More

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      Ruben Amorim ready to get ‘ruthless’ with Man Utd stars ‘harming the team’ as five in danger of axe

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      RUBEN AMORIM is ready to get ruthless in his efforts to make struggling Manchester United a major force once again.The Portuguese boss insists he will be brutally honest with those axed.Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim is about to get ruthless at Old TraffordCredit: ReutersCasemiro is one of the high-paid stars that could be facing the chopCredit: ALAMYUnited would love to get Casemiro’s huge wages off the books, sell loaned out Marcus Rashford and Antony for the right price, while even misfiring duo Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee could go.And Amorim, 40, insists he does not flex his muscles for the sake of it — but no one will doubt his ruthless streak when they see it.Ahead of hosting Fulham in the FA Cup, he said: “I don’t like to be like that just to show strength.“If the team is trying, and I understand that they are trying but they cannot do it, I am not ruthless.Read more Man Utd news“But when I feel that it is something which is going to harm the team, then I am quite ruthless.“Everybody understands that in football sometimes you stay, sometimes you have to move on.“If I know how to explain it, I will do so because I like to be clear.“I was a player and like to use that experience — when you are honest with someone, they can take it.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS“In the beginning maybe it is hard but they will understand.“I’m quite honest with my players and sometimes they know they have to move on at the end of the season.Ruben Amorim hits back at Roy Keane after Man Utd legend’s explosive Bruno Fernandes rant “We can talk about that in the end — now there are still a lot of games to play. But that is clear and not a difficult situation.”Amorim’s first 16 Premier League games have yielded just five wins – and a whopping eight defeats.He also set the record for the fewest number of matches to reach five home Prem losses in United history after just seven – half the previous record of 14 set by David Moyes.Amorim knows it has not been good enough.Misfiring Rasmus Hojlund is not safe from the Old Trafford axeCredit: ALAMYWhile Joshua Zirkzee could also be deemed surplus to requirementsCredit: ALAMYBut despite the struggling start to life at Old Trafford and poor results so far, he still has the backing of the majority of fans and former United players alike.Speaking to Rio Ferdinand with TNT Sports, Amorim said: “I feel that [people believing in me].”At the same time, I’m embarrassed by that because if you look at our performance and you see our team sometimes on the pitch, it’s really hard for me as a coach to take a lot of positives.” More

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      ‘Next Diletta Leotta’ sends pulses racing with busty display all in red as fans call DAZN presenter a ‘fairy tale’

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      ELEONORA INCARDONA saw red for vibrant conduct as the colourful TV presenter dazzled fans yet again.The DAZN host oversaw coverage of second-placed Napoli against leaders Inter Milan in Serie A.Eleonora Incardona was in Naples for a huge clashCredit: Instagram / @eleonoraincardonaShe flashed a brolly despite little sign of rainCredit: Instagram / @eleonoraincardonaEleonora has been dating Torino ace Samuele RicciCredit: Instagram / @eleonoraincardonaOne fan called her scarlet look ‘breathtaking and enchantingCredit: Instagram / @eleonoraincardonaBoyfriend Ricci has six Italy caps and was once linked with ArsenalCredit: GettyShe shared pitchside snaps of herself in a crimson skirt-and-jacket suit, with a matching red top underneath.And her 1.1million Instagram followers appeared to believe her display was a bright as the dramatic 1-1 draw on the field.Incardona is dating Torino’s Italy midfielder Samuele Ricci.And although she might be impartial as a broadcaster, her army of admirers have no such worries in sharing their adoration for the 35-year-old.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne fan called her a “fairy tale” while another went with “Red Queen”.And she’s regularly described as the “next Diletta Leotta” – a reference to her fellow DAZN presenter.But Leotta had one eye on the German second tier this weekend rather than the Italian top flight.That’s because she was in the stands at Schalke as her husband, ex-Liverpool keeper Loris Karius, made his debut for the fallen giants – after 371 days without playing a single game.Most read in FootballLeotta has 9.1m Instagram admirers – but Incardona’s rise cannot be dismissed, even if she did show red to her fans.One follower said the Italian was “breathtaking and enchanting”.Sports presenter and ex-Premier League Wag Diletta Leotta stuns in see-through top for live TV broadcast Another told her: “You are simply divine, gorgeous Eleonora.”Meanwhile, there was also a fairy tale on the pitch – in the finale.Federico Dimarco curled a brilliant free-kick opener for Inter.But after ex-Manchester United stars Romelu Lukaku and Scott McTominay almost levelled, on-loan Bournemouth midfielder Philip Billing finally slotted a late equaliser.Billing might not have been in the red of the Cherries – but off the field Incardona more than made up for that.A glimpse into the life of the social media hit… Eleonora shows off her trendy side hereCredit: Instagram @eleonoraincardonaEleonora is in a romance with an Italian footballerCredit: InstagramTorino star Samuele Ricci and Eleonora went public in 2024Credit: Instagram @eleonoraincardonaEleonora was once engaged to Diletta Leotta’s stepbrotherCredit: Instagram More