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      Fuming Enzo Maresca CANCELS Chelsea stars’ day off after they are embarrassed by U21s team

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      ENZO MARESCA cancelled a day off for senior Chelsea stars after they flopped in a training session with the club’s U21s.The first-team players who did not go away on international duty were supposed to enjoy a rest on Thursday.Enzo Maresca cancelled a day off for his senior Chelsea stars after a loss to the U21sCredit: GettyBut Maresca was so incensed by the standards he witnessed during Wednesday’s session that he changed his mind and demanded they show up again at the club’s base in Cobham.The Italian told the players in no uncertain terms that he would not tolerate any slacking off as Chelsea approach the business end of the season.The Blues boss made it clear that he expected every member of his squad to give the maximum as the team chase Champions League qualification and Europa Conference League glory.During the international break Maresca worked with the first-team squad members who remained at the club after the likes of captain Reece James and Enzo Fernandez joined up with their countries.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd the Blues boss was bitterly disappointed to see Chelsea youngsters outwork and outperform senior stars.It was claimed that a team made up of under-21 players and even some from the under-16s won 3-0 against a side whose core was first-teamers.Donnell McNeilly, of the Under-21s, was said to have scored twice, with Chizzy Ezenwata, 16, claiming the other.But it is understood there was no formal match and the action was part of a stop-start training session.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSNevertheless Maresca was upset enough with what he saw to punish the first teamers and lay down a marker for the rest of the season.A number of Chelsea’s international stars returned to training today [FRI] and the standards are believed to have been much higher.Chelsea transfer target gets instantly booked for pointless skill as all out brawl is sparked in derby clash Players who were unavailableInternational Duty:Enzo FernandezFilip JorgensenMoises CaicedoLevi ColwillReece JamesPedro NetoMarc CucurellaJosh AcheampongTyrique GeorgeMathis AmougouInjured:Cole PalmerNicolas JacksonNoni MaduekeOmari KellymanSuspended:Mykhailo MudrykThe Blues are back in action next Thursday with a London derby against Tottenham.Meanwhile off the pitch Chelsea’s estranged owners are united in their mission to demolish Stamford Bridge.Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali have put aside their differences to agree to pursue a completely new stadium instead of redeveloping their current home.But it remains to be seen if Chelsea will stay at the Bridge during construction of a new ground.Boehly is believed to favour building a new stadium at Earl’s Court, while Twickenham could end up being used as a temporary home. More

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      Mathys Tel forced to apologise to Tottenham fans after wearing ex-Arsenal star’s name on shirt

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      MATHYS TEL has apologised to Tottenham fans after posting a photo of himself wearing a Willian shirt on social media.The 19-year-old swapped shirts with the Brazilian following Spurs’ 2-0 defeat to Fulham earlier this month.Mathys Tel has apologised to Spurs fans after wearing a Willian shirtCredit: Instagram @m.tel14The 19-year-old admitted he wasn’t aware of the history between Willian and the clubCredit: GettyWillian rejected a move to Tottenham in 2013 and chose to join Chelsea insteadCredit: RexAnd he donned the white top in a photo that was posted to his social media this week.However, some Tottenham fans were furious to see that he was wearing the shirt of a player who once rejected them.One person commented: “Oh, Mathys…”Another said: “How do footballers not realise that this goes down like a lead balloon…”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhile a third commented: “Willian jersey after he’s played for both our biggest rivals is kinda nuts.”Willian came close to joining Tottenham in 2013 but ultimately rejected the Lilywhites.After completing a medical in North London, the 36-year-old had a last-minute change of heart and instead signed for Chelsea.He went on to win two Premier League titles, the FA Cup and the League Cup at Stamford Bridge.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe winger also spent a year with Arsenal, Tottenham’s biggest rivals.After realising his error, Tel promptly apologised to Spurs fans.Mathys Tel completes dramatic Tottenham loan transfer after making shock U-turn He said: “Ahaha sorry my bad guys I didn’t know.”Some Tottenham supporters thought the loanee was unfairly treated over the incident.One person said: “He joined two months ago. He’s 19. He’s French. Why would he know the history… Shameful the stick he got.”While another added: “To be honest I wouldn’t expect him to know the backstory to that situation. He’s a 19 year old who’s been at the club for 2 months so why would he know the full story about a transfer over a decade ago?”Tel joined Tottenham on loan from Bayern Munich in January after initially turning down a move to North London.Spurs have the option to make the move permanent for around £45million. More

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      ‘Every day there was a bomb’ – Sean Dyche breaks silence on Everton exit and reveals what he said to David Moyes

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      SEAN DYCHE insists he left Everton “in good shape” for David Moyes.The 53-year-old was sacked in January with the Toffees sitting 16th in the Premier League and a point clear of relegation.Sean Dyche has opened up about his departure from EvertonCredit: GettyThe former Burnley boss was replaced by fan favourite David MoyesCredit: GettyDyche succeeded Frank Lampard in January 2023 and guided them from the relegation zone to safety with a final day win over Bournemouth.The ex-Burnley boss then guided them to a 15th-place finish last season despite an eight-point deduction for breaching Premier League financial rules.Speaking to Gary Lineker on The Rest Is Football podcast, Dyche said: “The kind of things thrown at me – and other managers by the way – I couldn’t manage a big club.”Well, what about a big club in crisis? Because that’s what I had to do.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL”You get in there and you go, ‘What on earth?’ It was like every day there was another bomb going off.”Dyche said he had no idea about the upcoming PSR breaches but suspected Goodison chiefs “knew a bit more”.He said: “We went in there, and we’re thinking, ‘Goodness me, this is all over the place.’ “And that’s not questioning any other managers. Everyone has their own style of what they want to do. I’m not on about that.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”I’m on about the fans don’t want the owner there, they don’t want the chairman there, they don’t want a legend, Sharpie [Graeme Sharp], there, they don’t want the chief exec there. “They’re not allowed to come to the games because they’re getting all kinds of threats.Former Everton manager Sean Dyche lands new job two months after Toffees sacking “Then the crowd is against the team because the team have not been doing well. and then the negativity, the cloud around [the club] was huge.”So without even worrying about winning your first game, you’re going, ‘Hang on a minute, I’ve got to somehow calm this a little bit and bring alignment. “I always say there’s a truth line in a club, and this truth line was miles off! It was miles off the truth. And I thought, ‘Hang on, someone hasn’t been telling these fans what the reality is.”Off-field issues were eased when the Friedkin Group completed their £400m takeover in December and weeks later David Moyes returned to Goodison as Dyche’s replacement.You get in there and you go, ‘What on earth?’ It was like every day there was another bomb going off.Sean DycheThe Scot has guided them 17 points clear of the relegation zone ahead of this summer’s move to the Everton Stadium at Bramley Moore Dock.On Moyes, Dyche said: “He’s someone I admire as well. “I think his career, he’s taken some nods, but I think overall he’s been brilliant.“I spoke to him in the process of the changeover and I assured him, I said: ‘Moysey, they’re in good shape mate.’READ MORE SUN STORIES”But the weight of it’s got too much and they’re dwindling. A new face, a new voice, a new feel, a new change, whatever you need to change.”And he also hit back at his critics, adding: “The one thing I stand by, if you remember me leaving when I put my statement out, I did put they’re in good shape and I got battered for it.” More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo could make never-before-seen ONE-MONTH transfer thanks to new rule – and play against Lionel Messi

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO could still compete in the Club World Cup this summer – even though Al-Nassr did not qualify for the inaugural competition.The five-time Ballon d’Or winner is out of contract this summer, with his deal concluding on June 30 – halfway through the Club World Cup.Cristiano Ronaldo could leave Al-Nassr to compete in the Club World CupCredit: GettyRonaldo could, in theory, sign a one-month contract due to new rulesCredit: GettyHowever, new transfer rules that were implemented this week could enable him to leave before that date.Teams competing in the competition will be eligible to sign and register new players between June 1 and June 10.That means Ronaldo could be snapped up before his contract officially expires.And he could, in theory, sign a one-month deal just to play in the Club World Cup.READ MORE ON RONALDOThe likes of Manchester City, Chelsea, Juventus, Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, Atletico Madrid and Inter Milan are among the clubs set to compete, as well as Real Madrid – Ronaldo’s home for nine years.Inter Miami – the MLS team captained by Ronaldo’s long-term rival, Lionel Messi – will also be involved.Therefore, if Ronaldo were to complete a move, fans could see the two iconic players go head-to-head once again.Given the Club World Cup will take place every four years from this summer, it is unlikely Ronaldo will still be playing when the next one comes around.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe 40-year-old has scored 28 goals in 33 appearances for Al-Nassr so far this season, also providing four assists.For clubs not competing at this summer’s World Cup, the transfer window will reopen on Monday 16 June and close on Monday 1 September.Cristiano Ronaldo reveals he is a playable character in new Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves game More

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      Alisha Lehmann opens up on her dating history and relationship with female team-mate before Douglas Luiz

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      ALISHA LEHMANN has opened up about her previous relationship with team-mate Ramona Bachmann.The former West Ham and Aston Villa Women’s star now dates Douglas Luiz, who she met at Villa Park.Alisha Lehmann has opened up on a past relationshipCredit: instagram @alishalehmann7The Juventus star dated team-mate Ramona Bachmann for a yearCredit: InstagramThe pair both play for SwitzerlandLehmann is now in a relationship with Douglas LuizCredit: Instagram / @alishalehmann7Lehmann came out as bisexual a few years agoCredit: Instagram @alishalehmann7Lehmann has dated men and women in the past, including Switzerland team-mate Bachmann.Their relationship was documented in BBC Three show Britain’s Youngest Football Boss.They first met in 2018 when Lehmann played for West Ham and Bachmann was at Chelsea, and began dating in 2021.Reflecting on the relationship, Lehmann told Marca: “It’s 2025. I think everyone can date whoever they want and be with whoever they want. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”It’s important to open your mind and stop seeing this as a problem and instead see it as progress.”Be who you are and who you want to be. Love is love. It’s simple.”The relationship lasted a year and Lehmann started dating Luiz shortly after the split.The pair played for Villa for several years before the opportunity to both move to Juventus arose last summer.Most read in FootballJuventus reportedly paid £60million for the pair and Lehmann revealed it was a joint decision made by the couple.She said: “I don’t know who convinced whom, it just happened.”Maya Jama and Alisha Lehmann team up to become managers of Baller League team Lehmann has dated Luiz since 2022Credit: Instagram @tezenisofficial More

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      Does Lando Norris have a girlfriend? What we know about McLaren F1 driver’s relationships and dating history 

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      LANDO Norris’ racing career is going from strength to strength, with it looking like 2025 could be his year.The McLarens have been setting the pace and the Brit is sitting at the top of the standings after two races. Here we take a look at Lando’s dating history.As of March 2025, Lando Norris appears to be singleCredit: PADoes Lando Norris have a girlfriend?As of March 2025, Lando Norris is reportedly single.The 25-year-old was last seen publicly with his ex Margarida Corceiro on February 15, 2025 — the day after Valentine’s Day — sparking rumours they had rekindled their romance.But as they both have remained tight-lipped about their time together, no confirmation was forthcoming.Appearing on Sky Sports F1 with a lie detector in May 2024, Norris was asked whether he had a girlfriend.read more on lando norrisLando replied, “No,” which came up true on the detector.Host Simon Lazenby then asked: “Do you have many girlfriends?”Norris cracked a nervous chuckle before answering: “Yes.”The results of the detector once again revealed he was telling the truth, leaving Simon shocked.Most read in MotorsportThe British racing star has had a couple of relationships in recent years, which we look at below…Margarida Corceiro (2023-2024)Margarida Corceiro and Lando Norris pictured together in 2024Margarida Corceiro was previously in a relationship with Prem footballer Joao FelixCredit: magui_corceiro/InstagramLando’s most recent relationship was with Portuguese actress and model Margarida Corceiro.The pair were first spotted together in Monaco in May 2023, sparking dating rumours.Throughout 2023 and early 2024, Margarida was seen supporting Lando at various racing events, including the 2024 Miami Grand Prix.However, their relationship ended in August 2024, with Norris confirming he was single by saying: “I don’t have a girlfriend.”They broke up before he claimed victory in the Dutch Grand Prix.Pals of theirs exclusively told The Sun: “Lando and Margarida had a fun time together and hung out a lot.“But it wasn’t working out so they cooled off. He’s free and single and just wants to focus on his sport.”Luisinha Oliveira (2021-2022)Lando and Luisinha Oliveira pictured in 2022Prior to Corceiro, Lando dated Portuguese model and social media influencer Luisinha Oliveira.Their relationship began in 2021, before being made public in January 2022 through an Instagram post.The couple was often seen together at public events and featured on each other’s social media accounts.Lando dated Portuguese model Luisinha Oliveira from August 2021 to September 2022, leading to abuse from trolls who took offence at the relationship.Luisinha even suffered death threats, with Lando saying: “Whether it’s about my personal life, me and my girlfriend, especially the amount of hate pages dedicated to Luisa now, it is pretty horrific.Lando and Luisinha snapped on vacation in Ibiza on August 8, 2022Credit: Splash“They are on Instagram and Twitter, they are the main ones.”He has called on social media to do more to tackle the trolls, but insists he does not let it bother him.He said: “What I find the funniest in a way is people are actually spending their one life on Earth just sat behind a computer trying to ruin and bully someone.“When people are creating fake pages and fake chats, and fake Whats-App messages, then I am like, ‘You’re actually spending your life doing that?’ They’re wasting their life.“Not enough gets done. I report the things I see but there are so many, I don’t have time to go through them all.”The race ace’s relationship with stunning Luisinha hit the skids after he was exposed closing in on another beauty ahead of the 2022 Dutch Grand Prix.Lando was romantically linked to Randi HartmanCredit: Not known, clear with picture deskBrit McLaren driver Norris urged a mystery model in leaked messages from his Instagram account: “Ordering McDonald’s come join.”He begged the Dutch woman, who had told him they had met at last year’s race in Zandvoort, to join him at his luxury hotel on Tuesday for burgers and fries and told her: “I’m single now.”When his flirty messages ended up online, Lando privately pleaded to the model “please delete them haha”.In September 2022, he shared on his Instagram that he and Luisinha had “mutually decided” to go their separate ways after eight months together.READ MORE SUN STORIESRumoured relationshipsThere have been speculations about other potential romantic interests in Lando’s life:There were also rumours Lando was involved with Katerina BerezhnaCredit: Instagram/@katerinaberezhna/ More

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      Deontay Wilder announces next fight with Bronze Bomber to return to the ring on June 27

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      DEONTAY WILDER will snub retirement and return to face Tyrrell Herndon in a heavyweight clash on June 27th in Wichita, Kansas.The American is coming off a devastating knockout defeat to Zhilei Zhang in June, having lost on points to Joseph Parker six months prior.Deontay Wilder has announced a shock boxing comebackWilder is set to fight journeyman Tyrrell HerndonHerndon has a 24-5-0 record (with 15 KOs)The American was beaten by undefeated Olympic silver medalist Richard Torrez in October 2023.Both defeats meant Wilder squandered the chance to finally face Anthony Joshua and many thought it left his career in crisis.But according to Ring Magazine, the former WBC champion will continue fighting with a return bout set against fellow American Herndon.Herndon has won three fights since a second-round TKO loss to undefeated Olympic silver medalist Richard Torrez in October 2023. The 37-year-old journeyman has a 24-5-0 record (with 15 KOs).READ MORE BOXINGAnd his last fight was a six-round split-decision against Rudy Silvas in May 2024.Herndon has always admired Wilder and was even a fan of the Bronze Bomber.He posted an old fan picture of the now fighting pair on Instagram last week, writing: “Manifesting idols become rivals eventually…..”Pay-per-view platform BLK Prime are believed to be behind the Friday night fight in the Midwest.Most read in BoxingWilder (43-4-1, 42 KOs) has won just one of his last five. The 39-year-old suffered a shock unanimous defeat to Parker and was knocked out clean out in five rounds by Zhang.Herndon posted an old fan picture of the now fighting pair on Instagram this weekCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSWilder was in line for a super-fight with Joshua, 35, last year with Saudi Arabia’s boxing supremo Turki Alalshikh fronting the money.A deal was already signed but the script was torn up after Parker, 32, secured a shock points victory.Jake Paul claims he has agreement to fight Anthony Joshua and reveals date but brother Logan fears he’s on drugs Wilder went radio silence following his consecutive losses but broke cover in November to confirm his desire to fight on.He told TMZ: “The best is yet to come. I had a lot of outside distractions that I had to get rid of.”I took care of a lot of people and it got to the point where I couldn’t do it anymore.”I’ve got seven kids of my own, I can’t take care of everybody. Even the closest ones to me, I’ve been betrayed so many times.”It’s been a domino effect for the last five years. The thing about betrayal is it’s worse than heartbreak.”Zhilei Zhang knocked out Deontay Wilder last JuneWilder was sent flying to the canvas after being caught off guard in the fifth roundWilder is still regarded as one of the heavyweight division’s most fearsome punchers ever.His championship trilogy with Tyson Fury was memorable.Despite going 0-2-1, Wilder floored Fury twice in each of the first and third meetings. READ MORE SUN STORIESBut the American was stopped in Round 7 in the second fight.Now, Wilder will look to notch his first win since October 2022 (a first-round KO of Robert Helenius). More

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      Former Premier League striker Demba Ba lined up for shock job at top-flight club

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      PREMIER LEAGUE cult hero Demba Ba has been lined up for a sporting director’s job at a top-flight club in France.Stade Rennais are considering replacing their current director, Frederic Massara, with ex-Newcastle and Chelsea striker Ba. Demba Ba has been lined up for a sporting director’s job at a top-flight club in FranceCurrent Rennais sporting director Frederic Massara (left) is set to leave the club after one yearBa has kept busy since he hung up his boots in 2021. In 2023, he became a minority owner and director of football at Ligue 2 side USL Dunkerque. The club have been enjoying an impressive season, outperforming their sparse means. The fourth placed side are challenging for promotion to the top flight for the first time in their history.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd the club have reached the Coupe de France semi-final, where they will face holders Paris Saint-Germain.And now it seems Ba’s work has been noticed by Ligue 1 side Rennais.It has been a disappointing stint in the north of France for former AC Milan director Massara, who only joined the club in early July. Massara has borne the brunt of a failed summer transfer window, which saw the club spend more than £66million on unproven players.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHe signed a lot of young players, many of whom have since been moved on, such as Jota, Albert Gronbaek, and Glen Kamara. Gronbaek was shipped out to Prem strugglers Southampton in January.Chelsea transfer target gets instantly booked for pointless skill as all out brawl is sparked in derby clash And former Arsenal youth star Kamara was loaned to Saudi side Al Shabab after six months at the club.While Jota is currently starring for Celtic.Rennais sit 12th in Ligue 1, with nine wins from 26 games.Despite interest in Ba, RC Strasbourg Alsace’s Loic Desire remains the firm favourite to take over from Massara, according to L’Equipe. Ba spent one season with Chelsea in 2013-2014 and is remembered for his cool finish after Steven Gerrard’s infamous ‘slip’ at Anfield.The French-Senegalese star capitalised on Gerrard’s mistake to dent Liverpool’s title hopes in dramatic fashion.Ba spent one season with Chelsea in 2013-2014Ba’s first stint in the Prem was with West Ham, joining in January 2011 with the Hammers struggling against relegation.He scored seven goals in 12 league appearances for the club, including braces away at West Brom and Wigan, but he could not prevent them from the drop.READ MORE SUN STORIESDue to a clause in his contract, he was allowed to leave on a free at the end of the season.Newcastle ended up signing him on a free transfer in 2011, and he quickly made a name for himself as a deadly finisher. More