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      Arsenal ‘contact Man Utd about Marcus Rashford transfer in January’, according to bombshell report

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      ARSENAL have made contact with Manchester United over a shock move for Marcus Rashford, it’s stunningly been claimed.The England international sensationally revealed late last year that he’s looking for a “new challenge”.Marcus Rashford revealed late last year that he wants to leave Manchester UnitedArsenal have reportedly made a move to try and sign the wantaway strikerCredit: The TimesSeveral clubs in Europe are understood to be keen on signing the 27-year-old striker, who has fallen down the Old Trafford pecking order following the arrival of Ruben Amorim.And it’s claimed the Gunners have made their interest in signing the United outcast known to the Red Devils brass.During an appearance on Calciomercato – L’origine Live, Italian reporter Massimo Marianella, as relayed by Spazioj, said: “It seems that Arsenal have made a phone call to Manchester United for Rashford.”The club has valued him at £25million.”READ MORE ON RASHFORDAs it stands, SunSport understands Arsenal are NOT in talks over a move for Rashford and are looking at other options.The Emirates faithful were quick to react to the prospect of Rashford arriving in north London.One wrote on X: “We already have a winger we aren’t using.”Another said: “We all know this is going to happen.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWhy Rashford joining Arsenal is perfect fitBy Martin LiptonMARCUS RASHFORD is at a crossroads.But now the England star has to make the biggest choice he has ever faced – does he care about cash, or about his career?Rashford’s shock admission that he is “ready for a new challenge” after some two decades under the Manchester United umbrella has altered the dynamic around his future.That Rashford might not fit the blueprint of Ruben Amorim – who has now responded to Rashford’s comments – was not exactly a surprise.The Portuguese coach prefers a 3-4-3 formation but appears to have settled on Rasmus Hojlund as his starting central striker and wants two “narrow” inside forwards, with the width coming from the wing-backs.Rashford has always wanted to play through the middle but is often at his best exploiting spaces out wide – and that skillset does not necessarily suit the way Amorim wants to play.Even so, going public with his evident dissatisfaction at being bombed entirely from the squad for the Manchester derby was a major move, even if he vowed there would be “no hard feelings” if he does leave his boyhood club.In truth, Rashford has been leaving United almost from the moment he signed that new £325,000 per week contract in 2023.Something was broken in his connection to the club. His form dropped, his threat dissipated, his issues with the hierarchy deepened.When Erik ten Hag dropped him for hosting a birthday party after a derby defeat, and he later pulled a sickie to miss the FA Cup game with Newport, it felt even then that the writing was on the wall.The facts suggest the love affair has ended. After scoring 30 in all competitions to earn that new deal, he has scored just 15 in the 18 months since it was signed.Amorim’s arrival seems merely to have accelerated what was increasingly inevitable.Now, though, it is up to Rashford to determine what his future will bring.If it is only about the money, then his options might be somewhat limited.It is hard to see a Prem rival coughing up the same £16.9m annual salary – although Rashford’s comments have probably knocked £20m-plus off any transfer fee.But Real Madrid have their fill of big-money strikers and Barcelona’s budget remains restricted by LaLiga financial controls.In Europe, then, that probably leaves PSG – but a move to a one-club league.Or, in the wider world, he could follow the likes of Ivan Toney, Cristiano Ronaldo, Roberto Firmino and Co and head to the Saudi desert. Lucrative, yep. Certainly a different environment – and that may be exactly what Rashford both wants and needs. But the football? Not in a million years.What Rashford needs, above all, is to be able to play for trophies and showcase his talents.There is no better stage than the Premier League – which has far more global eyeballs on it than any other domestic competition.And in that Premier League there is one club crying out for a goalscoring No 9, especially if he can also play down the left channel to balance out the side and widen its threat.Rashford has always been more Longsight than London.Yet Arsenal, and Mikel Arteta, might be the perfect fit.The Gunners’ lack of a proper scorer is one of the major factors many fans feel has hurt their title challenge this year.Gabriel Jesus has never been a natural finisher, while Kai Havertz is still a converted midfielder.And while the link-up between Martin Odegaard and Bukayo Saka makes their right flank deadly, faith in Gabriel Martinelli on the left is waning.There have not been too many who succeeded at Arsenal after leaving United – although Danny Welbeck was not a flop.Rashford has all the attributes to change that history, if he can reproduce what everybody knows is inside him.And by breaking free, giving himself the chance to start all over, Rashford can make a point to Amorim that will resonate for a very long time.And another said: “This would be the most Arsenal signing of all time.”One remarked: “90% of Arsenal fan base knew it. Nothing shocking anymore for our club.”Ruben Amorim explains why Marcus Rashford is still exiled at Man Utd despite ‘wanting to play’ Another chimed in: “Crazy, crazy window. Brace yourself, guys.”United academy graduate Rashford revealed his intention to leave the club in an unauthorised interview last December.His bombshell announcement came after he was exiled by Ruben Amorim.He told journalist Henry Winter: “For me, personally, I think I’m ready for a new challenge and the next steps.”When I leave it’s going to be, ‘No hard feelings.’ “You’re not going to have any negative comments from me about Manchester United. “That’s me as a person. “If I know that a situation is already bad I’m not going to make it worse. “I’ve seen how other players have left in the past and I don’t want to be that person. “When I leave, I’ll make a statement, and it will be from me.”Amorim said of the interview: “It is a hard situation.”I understand these players have a lot of people around them, making choices that are not the first idea from the player.”They chose to do the interview as it is not just Marcus.”He later added: “At the moment I’m focused on improving Marcus. READ MORE SUN STORIES”We need a talented guy like Marcus. “I forget the interview now and see what I see on the pitch.”United, coincidentally, will be back in action on Saturday against Arsenal in their FA Cup third-round clash at the Emirates. More

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      Callum Simpson vs Steed Woodall: Start time, TV channel, live stream, undercard for British super-middleweight title

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      CALLUM SIMPSON returns to defend his super-middleweight titles against Steed Woodall on home soil. Simpson is back in Sheffield at the Park Community Arena to put his 168lb British and Commonwealth titles on the line. Callum Simpson facing off with Steed WoodallCredit: Boxxer The unbeaten Brit moved to 15-0 last August with a dominant points win over Zak Chelli. And this fight could be Simpson’s most emotional as it is his first since the tragic passing of his 19-year-old sister Lily-Rae. Lily-Rae sadly passed away following a road accident while holidaying in Zante last summer. And Simpson has vowed to bravely fight on in the name of his beloved little sister. READ MORE IN BOXINGOpponent Woodall steps up following a breakout win over Lerrone Richards in June. Woodall has 19 wins, only two losses and one draw and actually started his career in America. When is Callum Simpson vs Steed Woodall?Callum Simpson vs Steed Woodall will take place on Saturday, January 11.The card will be live on Sky Sports from 7.30pm.The main event is set to get underway at approximately 10pm GMT.The Park Community Arena in Sheffield will host.What TV channel is Callum Simpson vs Steed Woodall on and can it be live streamed?Callum Simpson vs Steed Woodall will be broadcast live on Sky Sports.You can live stream the action on the Sky Go or NOW TV app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.Viewers in the US can watch on Peacock.Coverage gets underway from 7.30pm BST.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFull cardCallum Simpson vs Steed Woodall; super-middleweight, for the British and Commonwealth titlesCarolina Dubois vs Jessica Camara; lightweight, for the WBC world title Mauro Silva vs Emmanuel Zion; middleweightEllis Price vs Liam Fitzmaurice; lightweightScott Forrest vs. Deevorn Miller; cruiserweight More

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      Callum Simpson vs Steed Woodall: Start time, TV channel, live stream, undercard for British title fight

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      CALLUM SIMPSON returns to defend his British and Commonwealth super-middleweight titles against Steed Woodall on home soil.Simpson is back in Sheffield at the Park Community Arena to put his 168lb belts on the line.Callum Simpson facing off with Steed WoodallCredit: Boxxer The unbeaten Brit moved to 15-0 last August with a dominant points win over Zak Chelli. And this fight could be Simpson’s most emotional as it is his first since the tragic passing of his 19-year-old sister Lily-Rae. Lily-Rae sadly passed away following a road accident while holidaying in Zante last summer.And Simpson has vowed to bravely fight on in the name of his beloved little sister. READ MORE IN BOXINGOpponent Woodall steps up following a breakout win over Lerrone Richards in June. Woodall has 19 wins, only two losses and one draw and actually started his career in America. When is Callum Simpson vs Steed Woodall?Callum Simpson vs Steed Woodall will take place on Saturday, January 11.The card will be live on Sky Sports from 7.30pm.The main event is set to get underway at approximately 10pm GMT.The Park Community Arena in Sheffield will host.What TV channel is Callum Simpson vs Steed Woodall on and can it be live streamed?Callum Simpson vs Steed Woodall will be broadcast live on Sky Sports.You can live stream the action on the Sky Go or NOW TV app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.Viewers in the US can watch on Peacock.Coverage gets underway from 7.30pm BST.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFull cardCallum Simpson vs Steed Woodall – super-middleweight, for the British and Commonwealth titlesCarolina Dubois vs Jessica Camara – lightweight, for the WBC world titleMauro Silva vs Emmanuel Zion – middleweightEllis Price vs Liam Fitzmaurice – lightweightScott Forrest vs. Deevorn Miller – cruiserweight More

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      Wayne Rooney shows off fresh-faced new look as Man Utd legend supports wife Coleen at launch of new wellness range

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      WAYNE ROONEY was seen supporting his wife Coleen at the launch of her new wellness range this week.I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! runner-up Coleen was the woman of the hour at Liverpool ONE shopping centre on Thursday as she attended the launch of her new range with Applied Nutrition.Wayne Rooney supported Coleen at her launch on ThursdayCredit: SplashThe I’m a Celeb runner-up was launching her new wellness range with Applied NutritionCredit: SplashRooney beamed while watching his wife greet fansCredit: SplashThe United legend watched from a distance at Liverpool ONE shopping centreCredit: BackGridA large queue formed outside the pop-up shop with fans desperate to meet the 38-year-old.And she received support from husband Wayne, who watched on with a huge smile.Manchester United legend Rooney, 39, is currently out of work after losing his job with Plymouth Argyle.And he sported a new look, having shaved off the shaggy beard he had during his time at Plymouth.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe long beard has been replaced by designer stubble as Rooney smiled alongside his celebrity wife.He was seen putting his hand on Coleen’s shoulder as they chatted during the launch.Rooney – who won 120 caps for England between 2003 and 2018 – is looking for a new job after leaving Plymouth.The ex-striker parted ways with the Championship side on New Year’s Eve following a nine-match winless run.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHe said: “I would like to take this opportunity to thank the board of Plymouth Argyle Football Club, in particular Simon Hallett and Neil Dewsnip who I shared great relationships with.”Thanks also to all the staff who made me feel welcome and who make the club such a special place, the players and fans for their efforts and support during my time as head coach and I wish them all the best for the future.”Coleen and Wayne have been together since they were 16 and are parents to sons Kai, 15, Klay, 11, Kit, eight, and Cass, six.Coleen Rooney opens up on husband Wayne’s bizarre bedroom habit and the time Man Utd legend started a fire Rooney had a thick beard when he was manager of PlymouthCredit: RexColeen appeared on Sky Bet’s Stick to Football podcast this week to discuss her career and 16-year marriage to Rooney.She revealed that her husband once came close to accidentally setting their bedroom on fire by sleeping with a hairdryer on.Coleen explained that he needed white noise to fall asleep, which is why he used the device.She said: “It’s a fan when I’m in the bed, but if not, it is a hairdryer.”If I get up, if he is still in bed I hear him get a hairdryer.”Has he told you that it has caught on fire before? The hairdryer is on cool, but one time he was cold, so it turned it to hot – and it blew up.” More

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      David Moyes’ last Everton XI revealed with Man Utd flop, cult hero and Toffees icons as Scot linked with shock return

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      DAVID MOYES could be set for a stunning return to Everton after 12 years.The Toffees sacked Sean Dyche just three hours before their FA Cup victory over Peterborough.Sean Dyche has been axed by Everton after an angry confrontationCredit: GettyDavid Moyes has been tipped for a stunning return to the clubCredit: GettyBillionaire majority owner Dan Friedkin dumped Dyche, 53, after whatis believed to have been an angry confrontation with the club’s hierarchy.The club are currently 16th in the Premier League and one point outside of the relegation zone with a game in hand.However, the decision was made that a change in the dugout was needed, and Moyes is one of the frontrunners for the job.The Scot, 61, spent 11 years at Goodison Park as the manager between 2002 and 2013.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe left the club for Manchester United as the successor to Sir Alex Ferguson after the legend retired.Moyes’ last game in charge of Everton saw the side lose 2-1 to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.The result meant that they had to settle for a sixth-placed finish, a position fans could only dream of at the moment.His team was full of notable players, including a former Manchester United flop, cult hero and Everton heroes.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHere is a look at the starting eleven from the match against Chelsea back in 2013.Tim HowardThe American shot-stopper was in the goal for Everton against Chelsea.Darren Ferguson says Everton star ‘had a pop at me’ for not bringing on Ashley Young’s son TylerHoward, 45, continued playing into his advanced years in the US second tier with Memphis 901 and only retired in October 2024.He could be considered a Premier League legend having made 399 appearances in the competition for Everton and Manchester United.Seamus ColemanSeamus Coleman (R) joined Leighton Baines on the touchline against PeterboroughCredit: GettyColeman, 36, is the one player remaining in the Everton squad from Moyes’ last game.He was in the dugout as a coach for the victory over Posh in the absence of a permanent manager.The Irishman was signed by Moyes for just £60,000 from Sligo Rovers and has gone on to make over 400 appearances for the Toffees.Phil JagielkaJagielka, 42, is another player who can be considered a legend by the Goodison faithful.He spent 12 years at the club between spells at Sheffield United and made 385 appearances.Jagielka continued playing until 2023 after spells with Derby County and Stoke City.Sylvain DistinDistin, 47, was also a staple of the Premier League during his playing career.He made 469 appearances in the competition across spells with Manchester City, Portsmouth, Everton and Bournemouth.Leighton BainesLeighton Baines joined Everton from Wigan in 2007Credit: Getty Images – GettyThe starring left-back played for Everton for 13 years after his  £6million switch from Wigan in 2007.Baines, 40, retired from playing in 2020 and has been coaching at the club ever since.He was named interim manager of the club after Dyche’s sacking alongside Coleman.Kevin MirallasThe Belgian winger was one of Everton’s most exciting players in the team against Chelsea.Mirallas was inconsistent during his time in Merseyside with the ability to win games or ghost completely.He faded out of the team towards the end of his Everton career and last played for Cypriot side AEL Limassol before retiring in 2023.Darron GibsonGibson, 37, joined Everton in 2012 after failing to succeed at Manchester United.The midfielder spent five years as a Toffee but was restricted to just 51 appearances in the Premier League for the club.He last played for Salford City in 2020 before breaking his leg against Port Vale.Marouane FellainiMarouane Fellaini left Everton to join Moyes at Manchester UnitedCredit: PA:Press AssociationFellaini is the third star of the team to have links to the Red Devils.The midfielder joined Moyes at Old Trafford in a £27.5m transfer and went on to make 177 appearances for the club.Often the brunt of jokes due to his limited play style, he did chip in with 22 goals, including late winners against Arsenal, Club Brugge, Leicester City and BSC Young Boys.Steven PienaarThe South African was one of the most reliable players of the Moyes reign at Everton.He spent eight seasons with the club across two spells and left for good to Sunderland in 2016.He retired from football in 2018 at Johannesburg-based side Bidvest Wits.Steven NaismithNaismith joined Everton in 2011 and was steady but not spectacular player for the player.He spent four years at the club and scored 26 goals in 123 appearances for the club.He left in 2015 for Norwich City before returning to Scotland in 2017.Victor AnichebeVictor Anichebe scored 18 times in the Prem for EvertonCredit: Action Images – ReutersThe striker also left Goodison Park shortly after Moyes, having spent seven years at the club.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe was never prolific and only managed 18 goals in 131 league appearances for the club.After leaving the Toffees, he had notable spells at West Brom and Sunderland before his last club Beijing Enterprises.Next Permanent Everton Manager – OutrighttalkSPORT BET oddsDavid Moyes – 4/7Jose Mourinho – 9/4Lee Carsley – 5/1Leighton Baines – 5/1Thomas Frank – 8/1Paulo Fonseca – 10/1Rob Edwards – 16/1Steve Cooper – 25/1Edin Terzic – 25/1David Wagner – 25/1Think YOU know who could replace Sean Dyche as Everton manager? New talkSPORT BET customers who sign-up and bet on this market will be rewarded with up to £40 in free bets!talkSPORT BET: Get up to £40 in free bets – claim yours here* More

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      Heartbroken British boxing champion fighting in honour of his little sister after her tragic death aged just 19

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      CALLUM SIMPSON begins honouring little sister Lily-Rae’s memory on Saturday night with his first British title defence.On August 3, the Barnsley middleweight grabbed the Lonsdale belt with a classy Oakwell win over Zak Chelli.Callum Simpson returns to the ring on Saturday night to defend his British middleweight titleCredit: RICHARD PELHAMSimspon enters the fight with a heavy heart following the passing of his sister, Lily-RaeCredit: @CALLUMSIMPSimpson plans to honour his late sister for the rest of his careerCredit: @CALLUMSIMPAnd, in social media posts since shared by his broadcaster Sky Sports, his proud 19-year-old sibling was filmed singing her big brother’s name and celebrating his success.Tragically, just two weeks later while on the first night of a holiday in Greece, Lily-Rae was in a road accident and eventually died after a 10-day coma.The last six months have been brutal for the Yorkshire lad but he knows his No.1 fan would want him to carry on – and he can do so while paying a perfect tribute to her.Ahead of his Sheffield bout with Steed Woodall, 28-year-old Simpson said: “People only die when you stop talking about them and forget about them.READ MORE IN BOXING“I will never stop talking about her. I will always say her name.“Although it makes me upset, whenever anyone says her name or speaks about her, I smile and I laugh.“Because I am just proud that she was my sister.“I love to speak about her and I have a tribute to her on my kit for this next fight.Most read in BoxingCallum Simpson insists he’ll never stop talking about his late sisterCredit: INSTAGRAM@CALLUMSIMP“Barnsley football club did a minute’s applause for her just after she passed away.“I am glad everyone gets to see her beautiful face and see how beautiful she was.”Oleksandr Usyk shows true colours with classy message to Tyson Fury after victory in heavyweight rematchSimpson really does beam when he fights back tears to talk about her.But the last six months have left him realising all the wonderful milestones they would have shared will now go unfulfilled.He explained: “It was the first night of her girl’s holiday in Zante, she was on the back of a quad bike and it went around a corner too fast and she went over a verge and came off.“She was airlifted from Zante to Athens and was then in a coma there for 10 days.“And there were difficulties with an operation they were trying to do at the end of that and she sadly passed away.“Other than her not being here, it’s seeing what it’s done to the family, my dad and step-mum and brothers and sisters.Callum Simpson claimed the Lonsdale belt with a classy Oakwell win over Zak ChelliCredit: GETTYHe’ll make his miaden defence of the belt against Steed WoodallCredit: GETTY“Knowing that she won’t be a bridesmaid at my wedding.“Or be an aunty to my kids and they won’t get to meet her.”In the chief support, Caroline Dubois defends her WBC lightweight world title for the first time against Jessica Camara and fancies tempting WBO queen Terri Harper with a big payday next.“It’s up to Terri and her team,” the 23-year-old super-talent said.READ MORE SUN STORIES“What I think will convince her is the money we put on the line and, once we do that, I am sure she will take the fight.“But then I truly believe I stop her, just by being more aggressive.” More

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      Ex-Arsenal star Carlos Vela’s Malibu home destroyed in LA wildfires as his stunned wife shares emotional message

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      FORMER Premier League ace Carlos Vela has lost his Malibu home in the Los Angeles wildfires.The Mexican forward’s wife Saioa Canibano confirmed the pair’s family pad had perished in the unfolding disaster. Carlos Vela has lost his Malibu home in the California wildfiresCredit: Getty Images – GettyVela’s wife Saioa Canibano confirmed the family was safeCredit: Instagram @carlosv11_The fires in Palisades are the most destructive in LA’s historyCredit: InstagramVela, 35, has spent the last six seasons in the MLS with Los Angeles FC.He began his career with Arsenal in the Premier League and was also a prolific scorer in Spain. The Mexican international owned a home in the Palisades neighborhood of LA. Wildfires have swept through the area, destroying an estimated 10,000 structures.So far, authorities have confirmed ten deaths but it is feared the toll could be much higher. More than 180,000 residents have been forced to flee – with a further 200,000 warned they may need to quickly evacuate.Vela’s house was among those razed to the ground by the intense flames. “Our beautiful Malibu home burned down yesterday,” Saioa confirmed on Instagram. Most read in Football”We are still in shock with everything that’s happening.”It’s very sad and scary to see everything burning. To all the messages of concern that are being sent to us, we are safe. Scots TV star Ross King emotional over ‘apocalyptic’ scenes around his LA home”Sending much love to all those affected and hopefully they will soon manage to put out the fire.”The former journalist has two children with Vela – son Romeo, 8, and daughter India, 4.All of the family were confirmed to be safe following the disaster. Vela wasn’t the only LA soccer star to lose their home to the flames this week. Arsenal FC – Season 11-12 Stock. Pic Jamie McPhilimey. 02.08.11. Carlos Vela.Credit: Jamie McPhilimey – The SunAngel City FC defender Ali Riley confirmed her home had been destroyed by the fires.”This was our home. How is this real. It can’t be real,” she wrote on Instagram. Vela is an LAFC legend having helped the team to the MLS Cup in 2022.He also won the MLS Golden Boot and MVP in 2019 and has netted 93 times in 187 games for the club.’War zone’ LA feels ‘broken’ as fires still ravage the city – but we will rebuildThe U.S. Sun’s Assistant Editor for Exclusives Katy Forrester is an LA resident and she witnessed first-hand the horror as flames engulfed the city. She said the city feels like a “war zoneEVERY year Los Angeles braces itself for wildfires. It is not uncommon to see flames torching the hills and even houses burning to the ground.But many residents have never witnessed anything as devastating as this week. And it’s nowhere near over.I spent time near Pacific Palisades, where thick smoke filled the air, and saw desperate families fleeing the city while others begged police to give them access to their properties as roads were blocked off.“Everything is gone” was heard many times, as thousands of people were left homeless and with few possessions.I was lucky to only have the power go out in my home, but I’ll never forget what I witnessed traveling throughout the city. It was like a war zone.During a visit to a shelter, I spoke with a resident who has lived in his home for almost 30 years and is battling cancer. He stayed long after he was told to pack up and go.It was only when flames began leaping around his building that he finally gathered his belongings and ran out.I reported from Altadena, where buildings were still engulfed in flames, and few fire trucks were in sight as emergency services were overwhelmed.Cars and school buses were completely torched, and heartbroken families stood around in shock, not being able to process what had happened.As the sun went down, I drove back home towards the city center, which I felt was safe, until I saw orange flames leaping behind buildings just minutes from my house.I felt sick. I’ve never known wildfires so close to Hollywood, and suddenly, phones were blaring with emergency notifications to evacuate the area.Traffic lights and street lamps were out, and areas filled with fallen trees from the strong winds became gridlocked.I feel extremely lucky I live minutes outside of the evacuation zone, but friends panicked and fled their homes.Although many worldwide will merely shrug when they hear wealthy people have lost their homes, the reality is very different. The city as a whole feels broken, everyone from single mothers to elderly people have been through hell.And people are angry. Dozens have spoken of their insurance policies being canceled just months before the fires, while others are reeling over alleged corruption and mismanagement.They may be angry. But they are also hopeful. The people of Los Angeles are made of strong stuff. We will get through this. And we will rebuild.Vela initially left LAFC after the 2023 season before rejoining them in late 2024. READ MORE SUN STORIESIn November, LAFC declined an option for Vela’s contract in 2025.But the parties remain in discussions over the player’s future. More

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      ‘Beautiful’ moment ‘gutted’ Ashley Young consoles son Tyler after they are denied historic father vs son FA Cup clash

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      ASHLEY and Tyler Young were denied the chance to make FA Cup history on Thursday.The duo could have become the first father and son to play against each other in the competition when Everton faced Peterborough United at Goodison Park.Ashley Young was seen consoling his son, Tyler, after Everton’s match against PeterboroughCredit: PAThe father and son shared a hug at full-timeCredit: PABut while Young Sr made a substitute appearance in the 73rd minute, Tyler was confined to the bench.Peterborough boss Darren Ferguson later insisted that putting the teenager on would not have been the right decision for his side.He said: “It was very difficult to leave Tyler on the bench but I’ve got to do what I think is best for the team.”As much as I wanted Tyler to get on, if the game had been 2-0 at that point I would’ve put him on, but at 1-0, I had to get a forward on.Read More in Football”I’ve got to try and get something out of the game and do what is best for my team.”One of their players had a pop at me which was bang out of order. We are not a charity case.”After the match, Young Sr was seen consoling his son before the pair applauded the fans together.Viewers took to social media to react to the heartwarming moment, with one person writing: “Amazing.”Most read in FA CupFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnother commented: “This is beautiful.”While a third said: “Absolutely embarrassing from Darren Ferguson!”Darren Ferguson says Everton star ‘had a pop at me’ for not bringing on Ashley Young’s son TylerYoung took to X on Friday morning to break his silence on the match.Despite booking a spot in the fourth round, he wrote: “GUTTED…”Everton earned a 2-0 win over the Posh thanks to goals from Beto and Iliman Ndiaye.Club captain Seamus Coleman and ex-defender Leighton Baines were put in charge following the departure of Sean Dyche, which was announced just three hours prior to kick-off.A statement from the Toffees read: “Sean Dyche has been relieved of his duties as manager with immediate effect. Ian Woan, Steve Stone, Mark Howard and Billy Mercer have also left the club.”The process to appoint a new manager is under way.”READ MORE SUN STORIESDavid Moyes this week held talks with Everton over the vacant managerial position.It would see him return to the club after 12 years. More