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      Fiorentina star Edoardo Bove not allowed to play in Italy again after suffering cardiac arrest on pitch

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      FIORENTINA ace Edoardo Bove is facing the end of his career in Italy after suffering a cardiac arrest.The horrible incident took place during last week’s Serie A clash with Inter Milan at the Artemio Franchi Stadium during the 15th minute of the match.Fiorentina ace Edoardo Bove may never play in Italy again after his cardiac arrestCredit: RexBove may be fitted with an ICD but Italy bans players from competing with the deviceCredit: GettyBove, 22, was seen bending down and tying his laces before standing up and after taking a few steps forward, he suddenly collapsed.Devastated players and staff from both sides formed a wall around the midfielder while the medical teams tended to him.The Italian was then taken off by stretcher before being placed in an ambulance and taken to Careggi hospital, while the match was called off.Thankfully, though, Fiorentina general manager Alessandro Ferrari confirmed that Bove’s recovery is progressing well and he has moved out of intensive care to another unit of the hospital.Read More on FootballAccording to The Mail, the Roma loanee will now be fitted with an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD).The ICD is connected to the heart by several wires and sends an electrical pulse in order to correct irregular rhythms.That is the same device Manchester United star Christian Eriksen has had since also suffering a cardiac arrest while playing for Denmark against Finland at Euro 2020.Girona ace Daley Blind was fitted with an ICD as well after being diagnosed with heart muscle inflammation in 2019 at Ajax.Most read in FootballHowever, Italy bans players at both amateur and professional level from competing if they have any significant heart issues.More specifically, Serie A rules prevent players from competitive games with a defibrillator.Kind-hearted Moise Kean’s touching gesture for young fans backfires as supporters troll him after cruel video editThat means Bove is almost certain to leave both Fiorentina and Roma.Nevertheless, if everything goes well then the ex-Italy youth international can continue playing abroad.Eriksen also left Inter after Euro 2020, but went on to stand out for Brentford and earned a move to United. More

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      Who is West Ham striker Michail Antonio’s ex-wife and how many kids do the pair have?

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      HAMMERS striker Michail Antonio met his ex-wife Debbie Whittle in January 2011.The pair formed a strong relationship, growing from best friends to husband and wife, but split up after the birth of their fourth child.On December 7 2024, West Ham United confirmed Michail Antonio was involved in a horror car crash.Who is Michail Antonio’s ex-wife?On July 6 2017, the couple agreed to tie the knot before holding their wedding ceremony at Staffordshire stately home.In January 2024, Antonio appeared on the High Performance Podcast opening up about his recent divorce from his ex-wife and the role of therapy throughout his career. The striker said: “‘I was going through my divorce and stuff, and I honestly couldn’t get my head around it. “After we won, the whole team went out, the gaffer (David Moyes) went out, got steaming, a couple of boys didn’t sleep for two days, just got drunk for two days.Michail Antonio and his ex-wife Debbie Whittle on their fifth wedding anniversary”I was asleep on the coach and went back to the hotel. I was just mentally drained because of everything that was going on outside of my football and then I went back to the hotel and went to sleep while everyone was out partying.”It wasn’t until probably December where I was in a better place where I was like “Oh my God, I’ve won a European championship.”Antonio opened up about the pressure to perform for a new contract at the elite level.Most read in FootballHe said: “As soon as your life depends on it, as soon as you have people constantly berating you and criticising you, it becomes a job.”So, it doesn’t matter how good it is, it doesn’t matter how much you love the game, it becomes an actual job for you.”I started therapy because I was really struggling. And how I grew up, it was never a thing. I thought therapy was for crazy people. But therapy changed my life. “At first it was awkward, I’m not going to lie. You’re sat in the room, someone was there and goes, “How are you?””And your natural response is “Fine”. So, he’s like, ‘So why are you here?’ I was like, “To be honest, like, football, I’m struggling with football, I split up with my missus”.’How many children does Michail Antonio have?The Hammers striker likes to keep his private life out of the public eye but it is known that he has four children with ex-wife Debbie.Junior, Miles and Myla have all featured on Antonio’s social media.In June 2020, the striker announced the birth of his fourth child with Debbie Whittle. During lockdown, Antonio home-schooled his eldest three children whilst juggling the birth of his youngest.The West Ham striker and his family on Christmas eveHe said: “I’ve got three kids and my wife was pregnant until she had a baby on Sunday, so it was difficult home schooling and getting the time to go for runs and stuff.”But knowing that the season was going to get back on, we just needed to get on top of it and ensure we stayed fit because we knew we weren’t going to have much time to get back into it.“Aaaarghhhhh! I feel like home schooling should be a torture! “If someone is doing something wrong, you should send kids to them and go ‘teach these kids!’ because, do you know what, it was the hardest thing I’ve done in my life and it made me emotional. “Teachers, I appreciate you!”Horror car crashOn December 7 2024, West Ham United confirmed the striker had been involved in a horror car crash.In a post on X, they wrote: “West Ham United can confirm striker Michail Antonio has today been involved in a road traffic accident.”The thoughts and prayers of everyone at the Club are with Michail, his family and friends at this time.READ MORE SUN STORIES”The Club will issue an update in due course.”Photographs from the scene showed extensive damage to the front of the vehicle. More

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      Furious Pep Guardiola confronts referee after Man City draw with Crystal Palace and red card that can’t be overturned

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      FUMING Pep Guardiola confronted the referee on the pitch following Manchester City’s 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace.The reigning champions lost more ground in the title race as they were held to just a point at Selhurst Park by Oliver Glasner’s side.Rico Lewis was sent off for a second yellow card after this challenge on Trevoh ChalobahCredit: ReutersAn angry Pep Guardiola confronted referee Robert Jones after the gameCredit: PADaniel Munoz had given Palace the lead after just four minutes before Erling Haaland looped a header into the goal on the half hour mark.The second half then saw Maxence Lacroix head home a far post corner before Rico Lewis netted the second equaliser for City.But the England international went from hero to zero as he was sent off by Robert Jones with a second yellow card for a challenge on Trevoh Chalobah even though it appeared he had come off worse.VAR could not overturn the decision – which was the first red card of Lewis’ career – due to it being a second yellow card rather than a straight red.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe only time VAR is permitted to intervene for a second yellow card is when there is a belief the card should be upgraded to a straight red.City stars on the pitch were adamant the decision was an error and confronted Jones both at the time and after the game.However, manager Guardiola also took to the pitch after the game to speak to the ref and assistant refs.He was seen with his hands in his pockets saying something to them before walking away.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSSpeaking after the game, the Spaniard said: “So proud of the team. I liked everything of the team, how we fought. We have a lot of problems with our squad.”We fought incredible. We came back twice. It’s a difficult place to come. We struggled in the beginning. We gave everything and we take a point.Pep Guardiola responds to ‘sacked in the morning’ chants at Anfield from Liverpool fans “Long balls, second balls, they’re stronger than us. We started the second half a bit sloppy. After 2-1 we reacted well.”We lost another player defensively for the next game for a second yellow card.”With Liverpool’s clash at Everton postponed due to Storm Darragh, City’s point in London moved them to eight behind the league leaders. More

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      Sprint sensation Gout Gout dubbed next Usain Bolt becomes fastest 16-year-old EVER and shatters Australian record

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      TEEN sprint machine Gout Gout is being labelled the next Usain Bolt – after becoming the fastest 16-year-old ever.The Aussie smashed all sorts of records in clocking 20.04 for the 200m in the national schools championship.Gout Gout says he is struggling to believe he’s done it so youngHere’s how the sports chiefs reacted to his achievementGout admitted he’s struggling to “process” his “crazy” achievement – years ahead of even his own hopes.He ran the second-quickest time in history for an Under-18.The only kid above him is Florida’s Erriyon Knighton, who was 17 when recording 19.84s three years ago.Gout’s time pipped the Australian record of 20.06, set by Peter Norman in winning 1958 Olympic silver.READ MORE TOP STORIESThe Queenslander, who will be 17 on December 29, said: “It’s pretty crazy.”Right now I can’t process it, but I guess tonight when I go to bed, I’ll think about it. “These are adults. And me, I’m just a kid, and I’m running them (down).”I’ve been chasing that record, but I didn’t think it would come this year. I thought it would come maybe next year, the year after that.”Most read in AthleticsCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSGout’s 100m times are almost as spectacular as his 200m efforts.He clocked 10.04 on Friday as the fourth-fastest Australian ever at the shorter distance.Watch ‘ridiculous’ moment 16-year-old sprint sensation Gout Gout runs 100m in 10.2secs after ‘turning into Forest Gump’But although Gout ran 0.02s quicker than the U-18s world record, it won’t count officially as it was too wind-assisted.His running style as well as his times have brought comparisons to eight-time Olympic gold medallist Bolt.The now-retired Jamaican, 38, holds the 100m and 200m world records at 9.58 and 19.19 respectively.Bolt was unusually tall for a sprinter at 6ft 5ins – three inches taller than Gout currently is. More

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      Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder tipped to fight in sensational UK vs USA event

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA has been tipped to fight Deontay Wilder in a sensational UK vs USA event. The pair of former world champions were lined up to finally face each other this year but Wilder suffered a shock defeat to Joseph Parker. Anthony Joshua has been tipped to fight Deontay Wilder in a sensational UK vs USA eventCredit: ReutersWilder was set to fight AJ in 2024Credit: GettyHe was then knocked out by Zhilei Zhang before AJ was stopped in five rounds by Daniel Dubois in September. But US Olympian and 11-0 American professional Richard Torrez still wants to see the two fight. Torrez, 25, told Sky Sports: “I still want to see Wilder versus AJ, I still want to see some of those big guys go at it. “We still want to see all of those fights happen. They will still be entertaining fights.READ MORE IN BOXING”You put a big heavyweight versus another big heavyweight – that’s going to be fireworks.”Powerful Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh recently revealed plans to stage a 6v6 series of UK vs USA fights. Frank Warren’s stable of five triumphed against Eddie Hearn’s in June. But Hearn and Warren could this time join forces to take on Top Rank and Golden Boy of America. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSUS Olympian and 11-0 American professional Richard TorrezCredit: Getty Images – GettyAnd Torrez said: “It’s going to be UK versus US pretty soon. I think a lot of these guys are showing their stuff. “I think they’re putting on the scene over on the European side and I feel like once some of us jump the Pond to head over I think it’s going to be a really cool and active scene for the up and comers.”It’s building up and I’m really excited to see where we go with heavyweight boxing.”Oleksandr Usyk shows off incredible ‘reflexes of a cat’ and ripped physique just 17 days before Tyson Fury rematch More

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      West Ham vs Wolves: Get £40 welcome bonus when you stake £10 on football with Tote

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      THE battle of the two under pressure managers comes on Monday Night Football when West Ham host Wolves. And bookmakers Tote are celebrating by offering brand new customers a whopping £40 in free bets and bonuses to spend on the top-flight showdown when you sign up and stake £10!Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereWest Ham vs Wolves: Get £40 welcome bonus — claim here*How to claim..Tote special offerVisit the Tote website HERE*Register a brand new account using the Promo Code: B10G40Deposit and place your first bet of at least £10 on either horse racing or football at odds of Evens or greaterOnce your Qualifying Bet is settled you will receive a £40 welcome bonusWest Ham vs Wolves: Get £40 welcome bonus — claim here*West Ham vs Wolves: Get £40 welcome bonus — claim here*Tote have a fantastic promotion available for brand new customers with a colossal £40 welcome bonus up for grabs.It’s easy to claim. Simply visit the Tote website and register a new account using the Promo Code: B10G40Once that’s sorted, deposit and place your first bet of at least £10 on either racing, football or other sports at odds of Evens or greater.Once your Qualifying Bet is settled — win or lose — you will receive £20 Tote Credit, £10 Free Sports Bet and 50 Free Spins on Big Bass Bonanza.West Ham vs Wolves: Get £40 welcome bonus — claim here*Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk*Tote. New customers online only. Eligibility restrictions apply. Only valid with code B10G40 on registration. £10 min qualifying bet at 1/1 (2.0) odds or greater across sports or racing (if EW then min £10 Win + £10 Place). Receive £20 Tote Credit, £10 Free Sports Bet and 50 Free Spins on Big Bass Bonanza within 48 hours of qualifying bet settlement. 7-day expiry on free bets & Tote Credit. Your first bet will be your qualifying bet. One per customer. UK & ROI customers only. 18+. Full T&Cs apply. Gambleaware.org. Full T&Cs apply. More

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      West Ham issues major health update after star Michail Antonio involved in horror crash

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      WEST Ham star Michail Antonio is “conscious and communicating” after a horror crash.The club issued a major update after the terrifying smash in Epping, Essex, at around 12.50pm today.Michail Antonio is ‘conscious and communicating’ after a horror crashCredit: Richard Pelham / The SunThe scene of the horrific crashCredit: XThe incident occurred earlier todayCredit: XThey confirmed Michail is in a “stable condition” and is being treated at a London hospital after the single vehicle collision.The dad-of-four is “under close supervision” but is “conscious and communicating”.A witness told The Sun how the footballer was trapped in his Ferrari for 45 minutes before being cut free by fire crews. A source added how the West Ham star’s legs have been “shattered” in the crash.In an update the club wrote on X: “West Ham United can confirm that Michail Antonio is in a stable condition following a road traffic accident this afternoon in the Essex area.”Michail is conscious and communicating and is currently under close supervision at a central London hospital.”At this difficult time, we kindly ask everyone to respect the privacy of Michail and his family.”The Club will make no further comment this evening, but will issue a further update in due course.”Most read in FootballEarlier today they wrote: “West Ham United can confirm striker Michail Antonio has today been involved in a road traffic accident.”The thoughts and prayers of everyone at the Club are with Michail, his family and friends at this time.”The Club will issue an update in due course.”Fans on X were quick to send their best wishes and prayers following the latest update.One said: “Amazing news. Here’s to speedy recovery Michail take all the time you need.”Another added: “Good news! Glad to hear this.”A third said: “Wishing Michail Antonio a speedy recovery. Glad to hear he’s in stable condition.”Thoughts are with him and his family during this difficult time. Hoping for a full and quick recovery.”A spokesperson for Essex Police said: “Officers investigating a serious collision in Epping are asking for witnesses and dash cam footage.”We were called shortly after 12.50pm on Saturday 7 December to Coppice Row, Epping, following reports of what is believed to be a single vehicle collision involving a Ferrari.”Emergency services attended and the driver has been taken to hospital.”The vehicle has been recovered and we are no longer on scene.”An investigation will be carried out by our Roads Policing Unit.”If you have any information, CCTV, dash cam or other footage in relation to this incident, then please get in contact with us.”Please quote incident 605 of 7 December when providing any information to make sure it gets to the right person as quickly as possible.”Alternatively, please email the investigating officer, PS Mark Hewitt.”An Essex Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson added: “Crews were called to High Road, Epping, at 1.02pm this afternoon after reports of a road traffic collision involving one car. “On arrival firefighters reported that a man was trapped in his car and worked to release him by 1.45pm. “The casualty was left in the care of the Ambulance Service.”Michail has been at West Ham United since 2015 and played in a range of positions including right back, right midfielder, and as a winger.The forward joined the club from Nottingham Forest and was named as the club’s Player of the Year in 2017. Eventually, he established himself as the club’s main striker and on 23 August 2021 he became West Ham’s top scorer in the Premier League.READ MORE SUN STORIESAntonio has made 15 appearances this season and scored once.He is the club’s all-time Premier League top goal scorer, with 68 goals. More

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      Man Utd pay emotional tribute to much-loved receptionist Kath Phipps after tragic passing aged 85

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      MANCHESTER UNITED paid an emotional tribute to their much-loved receptionist Kath Phipps following her passing. Kath had worked at the club since the 1960s in a variety of roles from receptionist to telephone switchboard operator.Manchester United paid an emotional tribute to their much-loved receptionist Kath PhippsCredit: GettyPlayers and staff of take part in a minute’s silenceCredit: GettyBruno Fernandes leads the tributesCredit: PAKath with BeckhamShe was a hugely popular figure with the likes of David Beckham paying tribute to her. Now United have done the same as they brought flowers on to the pitch before their match at Old Trafford against Nottingham Forest.They also had a banner which read, “Thank you, Kath. United legend”, while there was a minute’s silence before kick off.United had expressed their “sadness” and “heartbreak” at Kath’s passing, and tributes have poured in from fans.READ MORE IN footballA statement read: “We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved colleague Kath Phipps at the age of 85.”An omnipresent figure at Manchester United since the late 1960s, Kath worked for the club for over 55 years in a variety of roles, but her contribution went beyond any particular job title.”Having become a key member of the club’s office staff in the ensuing years, Kath later became a matchday fixture at Old Trafford’s directors’ entrance and took on the role of training ground receptionist, ensuring that any visitor to Carrington was greeted by the cheeriest of welcomes.”For regulars, that greeting would extend to warm hugs and friendly chats as Kath came to embody the familial atmosphere underpinning the club’s culture.Most read in Football”If Kath ever had a bad day, she never brought it to work; her positive attitude helped set the mood for everyone entering the training ground, always ready to lend an ear and offer words of encouragement to anyone who needed them – be they megastar footballers, casual staff or occasional visitors.”Kath was a one-woman institution, whose memory will be cherished by everyone at the club who had the privilege of knowing her. Ruben Amorim pays touching tribute to Man Utd receptionist Kath Phipps after first meeting seven years ago “She said last year: “I can’t imagine doing anything else.” Well, we can’t imagine the place without her. Rest in peace, Kath.”Kath’s first role at the club was as a telephone switchboard operator, in 1968 when Sir Matt Busby was in charge.Fast forward 18 years and she was one of the first members of staff to welcome Sir Alex Ferguson to the club, and he later moved her over from Old Trafford to Carrington.Kath also built a bond with the players and even appeared in Netflix’s David Beckham documentary.In May 2022 Kath was honoured with a Service to Football Award – Beckham paid tribute to her afterwards saying the “amazing” receptionist “really deserved” the accolade “for her services to football, but more importantly for services to the club I love and you love”.He said she used to be “the first person I would see when I walked into the training ground reception” and he would be “forever grateful to her” for dealing with letters from his fans.SunSport also revealed how Beckham secretly visited Kath at her home before her passing. Sir Alex said she was “and continues to be a great servant to the club” and the award was “thoroughly deserved”.READ MORE SUN STORIESWayne Rooney lead the tributes to Kath, saying: “The heart and soul of Man Utd. Everything what the club is about.”A legend who will be greatly missed. Thanks for the memories Kathy. Thoughts with family and friends.”Kath worked for United for 55 years, first serving under Sir Matt Busby in 1968Credit: Reuters More