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      Paris braces for France v Israel with SAS-style special forces & ‘1 cop per 3 fans’ as anti-Semitic chaos sweeps Europe

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      FRANCE are set to take on Israel in a huge Nations League clash this week with Paris bracing for dangerous anti-Semitic chaos. SAS-style special forces are being deployed across the city ahead of Thursday’s game with officials announcing there will be at least one cop per three football fans in the capital.SAS-style RAID special forces are being deployed across Paris ahead of the France vs Israel matchCredit: AFPOfficials have announced there will be at least one cop per three football fans in the capitalCredit: GettySecurity concerns ahead of the match are already mounting with Paris’ police chief labelling it as a “high-risk event”.The fears have drastically ramped up in recent days after disturbing footage showed Israeli football fans being chased through the streets of Amsterdam by an anti-Semitic mob.Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters were ambushed by masked rioters in the Dutch city as they left the Johan Cruyff stadium last Thursday.This has prompted international concerns over the safety of Jewish fans particularly those watching Israeli-based teams.read more in football fearsWith the international break now underway, Israel’s national side are due to play France away in Paris before travelling to play against Belgium on Sunday.The match against Belgium has already faced intense scrutiny with it being moved to a neutral venue in Hungary due to safety fears.Despite France agreeing to host the 81st ranked international side in their capital a number of security measures have been put in place.SAS-style special forces and up to 6,000 other officers are all scheduled to be on duty for the high-risk game at the Stade de France.Most read in FootballOrganisers have told The Sun that they are struggling to sell tickets due to issues around Israel with the Middle Eastern conflict – with less than 15,000 seats reserved so far.France’s elite RAID tactical unit are believed to be the first line of defence at the game and have been deployed following the violence in Amsterdam.Inside Paris’ ‘patchwork of steel’ security op with AI surveillance, 45,000 cops & drones for most guarded Olympics everParis police chief Laurent Nuñez said security at the game was of extreme concern for the authorities. He said: “There’s a context, tensions that make that match a high-risk event for us.”There will be an anti-terrorist security perimeter around the stadium.”RAID – which stands for Search, Assistance, Intervenion, Deterrence – will be in the stadium, he confirmed.The RAID was one of the first special forces units rushed to the scene when ISIS suicide bombers attacked Paris in November 2015.Terrorist thugs killed 130 people on a single night with chilling eruptions even being heard from the Stade de France on the harrowing night.Israeli security forces, including agents from the Mossad intelligence agency, will also be inside the stadium.French President Emmanuel Macron and his prime minister, Michel Barnier, will also attend the match.Many people have called for the game to be moved to a neutral venue but Bruno Retailleau, France’s Interior Minister, said it was hugely important that the game went ahead in Paris.Rioters run through the streets amid disturbing clashes in Amsterdam between Israelis and an anti-Semitic mobCredit: RexRAID officers will join 6,000 cops to help protect Paris after the police chief labelled the game as a ‘high-risk event’Credit: AFPIsrael fans have been targeted at sporting events such as in the Paris OlympicsCredit: GettyHe said: “I think that for a symbolic reason we must not yield, we must not give up.”The RAID has been active since the Israeli team set foot on French soil, and they will be in the stadium.”The Israel team arrived in France on Wednesday but have been forced to train and stay at secret locations on the outskirts of Paris.Manager Ran Ben Shimon has told the press he and the team feel safe.France has already answered calls for tightened security around Israeli athletes after the 2024 Paris Olympics earlier this year.They deployed a widely successful “ring of steel” around the Games to ensure safety after several declarations of violence from terror group ISIS and anti-Israel parties.It became the most guarded Games ever with over 60,000 cops and soldiers, drones, helicopters and a huge increase in AI surveillance all deployed.Just this week, a Jewish football team was placed under police protection after it was “attacked” by a knife-wielding pro-Palestinian mob in Berlin.Teens from Makkabi Berlin’s youth team claim they were “hunted down” by a group of Arab youngsters after a game against local rivals.One player’s dad claimed that his son was “deeply shaken” when he came back home from the game.The boy was allegedly spat at and later harassed by a mob of kids and adults who followed the squad off the pitch with sticks and knives. There’s a context, tensions that make that match a high-risk event for usLaurent NuñezParis police chief Away from the football, another Israeli-linked security fear comes in the form of a pro-Palestinian march.Thousands are expected to take to the streets of Paris on Wednesday – a day before the football clash – to demonstrate against a controversial pro-Israel gala.The “Israel is Forever” gala was originally set to be attended by Israeli finance minister Bezalel Smotrich but he has since pulled out.Several controversial figures linked to Israel’s far-Right are expected to show – making life difficult for cops.Police chief Nuñez spoke on the gala and said: “A gala in a closed place is not a demonstration on the public road, so it is more complicated for a prefect to ban it.”I considered that there was no risk of disturbing public order but we will be attentive to the comments made and I can potentially take legal action.”An open letter by seven civil rights groups to the French media reads: “Holding this gala in the French capital constitutes an insult to international law and contempt for the United Nations and for the orders issued by the highest international court.”A counter-demonstration has also been announced and is expected to attract up to 8,000 people.Since the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas war, antisemitic violence has surged globally.It has been fuelled by heightened geopolitical tensions and polarising public discourse around the war.This escalation is marked by an alarming rise in physical attacks, threats, and hate speech targeting Jewish communities.In Europe, reports of antisemitism have spiked, with attacks on synagogues, Jewish schools, and individuals intensifying.Countries like Germany and France have seen notable incidents of physical violence and vandalism.READ MORE SUN STORIESIn Germany, synagogues were firebombed, and Jewish youth sports teams have reported attacks, reflecting a growing climate of fear.Public spaces associated with Jewish identity, including schools and cemeteries, have also required heightened police protection.A match between Mali and Israel at the Parc des Princes in July 24 saw brawls up in the standsCredit: The Mega AgencySoldiers patrolling the River Seine at the OlympicsCredit: APMembers of the RAID deescalating a situation in FranceCredit: AFP More

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      Gareth Ainsworth makes shock return to management over a year after being sacked by QPR

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      GARETH AINSWORTH has sealed a stunning return to management with Shrewsbury.The 51-year-old’s last job was with Queens Park Rangers.Gareth Ainsworth has sealed a shock return to management with ShrewsburyCredit: GettyHe was sacked from the position more than a year ago having been in the job since February 2023.But he – along with long-term assistant Richard Dobson – is now back in management with League One Shrewsbury.A club statement said: “Shrewsbury Town are thrilled to announce the appointment of Gareth Ainsworth as our new head coach.”The 51-year-old arrives in Shropshire having previously enjoyed spells in charge of Wycombe and QPR.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”A former midfielder, Ainsworth is also a cult hero for the performances he put in as a player at Preston North End, Wimbledon, QPR, Port Vale and Lincoln.”He joins Town with his long-standing number two Richard Dobson – who has been appointed Town’s assistant head coach.”Shrewsbury sit bottom of the division with just two wins and two draws from 15 league games this season.Director of football Micky Moore said: “I’m delighted to welcome Gareth and Richard to the football club. I think it is a massive coup for Shrewsbury Town to have them here.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”From the moment we started the recruitment process, Gareth and Richard were our number one targets.“I’ve known Gareth for a long time. He was the standout candidate. And he is someone I have always admired for the outstanding work he did at Wycombe.Frank Lampard one of ‘eighty’ applicants for vacant EFL job as owner confirms Chelsea legend has applied “He brings to this football club an enthusiasm and a wealth of knowledge having managed more than 150 games in League One. He is exactly what we need.“I’m sure, in time, we will be able to build a football club that will really make the town and our supporters proud.”Shrewsbury chairman Roland Wycherley MBE added: “On behalf of the board of directors, all supporters and everyone connected to Shrewsbury Town – I would like to extend a very warm welcome to Gareth and Richard at this difficult time.“I wish them every success in their endeavours as they work to restore the feel-good factor to our club.”Shrewsbury sacked former manager Paul Hurst 10 days ago following the Shrews’ elimination from the FA Cup at the hands of Salford.The club fell to a 3-0 defeat to Walsall in their last match on Tuesday in the Football League Trophy, leaving them bottom of Group I in the competition.They were due to play Reading away this weekend, but the match has been postponed due to international call-ups – which has left some clubs furious.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt means Ainsworth’s first game in charge will be at Croud Meadow when his team host Birmingham.Before QPR, Ainsworth – who fronts his own rock band – had managed Wycombe for 11 years, having taken over as a caretaker player-manager in 2012 before retiring from playing in 2013 to focus on coaching. More

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      Jake Paul’s ex-coach reveals why he should SNUB rematch with ‘unreasonable’ and ‘delusional’ Tommy Fury

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      JAKE PAUL has been told by his former coach to SNUB a rematch with “unreasonable” and “delusional” Tommy Fury. The celebrity boxing rivals spent two years feuding before finally fighting in Saudi Arabia last year.Jake Paul has been told to snub a rematch with Tommy FuryCredit: ReutersBJ Flores formerly trained Jake PaulCredit: Instagram And Fury dug deep in the Diriyah desert to become the first and so far only to defeat YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul. But the beaten American – who did score a flash knockdown in the eighth and final round – has called for a rematch. Although BJ Flores – who parted ways with Paul following three years after the loss – told his former pupil to only do so if the cash is correct. Flores told SunSport ahead of Paul’s fight with Mike Tyson: “Tommy’s unreasonable with the money and he’s unreasonable with what he’s worth.READ MORE IN BOXING”So I don’t feel like it’s mandatory for Jake to fight Tommy again before anybody else. If it made sense business-wise, if not then no.”Tommy’s not gonna get an opportunity like that with anybody else in the world. Trust me, that’ll will never come Tommy’s way again.”So if he’s reasonable on the money and reasonable on the price, yeah, get the fight again.”But if he’s delusional with what he’s worth on the fight. I don’t think Jake needs him. Jake can keep going.Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”And in my mind, what has Tommy done since then? And what has Jake done since then? And what’s Jake gonna do Friday night?”Fury, 25, went onto beat Paul’s bitter rival KSI, 31, via disputed decision in October but underwent hand surgery after. ‘I don’t like it’, says Jake Paul’s ex-coach after YouTube star’s dramatic body transformation for Mike Tyson fightAnd he has been linked with a rematch against KSI as he looks to return in the new year. Paul, 27, meanwhile claimed Fury has turned down a lucrative offer to rematch on Netflix in the past. And instead the fight went to Tyson, 58, who makes his return after 20 YEARS out to complete a controversial comeback. The showdown, slammed for the huge age gap, will be contested over eight two-minute rounds with bigger 14oz gloves on. And Paul has talked up challenging Mexican superstar Canelo Alvarez, 34, afterwards for the cruiserweight world championship. That is despite neither being ranked at 200lb at the NO world titles being vacant at the weight. Flores, a former cruiserweight contender himself, said: “I don’t like it for Jake. But you know, Jake’s got a mind of his own. “He’s going to do his own thing. But I mean, Canelo is one of the best pound for pound. READ MORE SUN STORIES”And Jake talking about fighting Canelo for a title at 200. They’d have to talk to one of the other champions about that. “I think Canelo would have to fight either Chris Billam-Smith or Noel Mikaelian, one of those guys to get one of those belts to be able to make that belt available to fight for. So I think it’s a little way off.”Canelo Alvarez has been called out by Jake PaulCredit: AP More

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      Boxer Chris Billam-Smith breaks down in tears in Sky Sports interview at emotional messages before Ramirez fight

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      CRUISERWEIGHT boxer Chris Billam-Smith broke down in tears while listening to messages from his nearest and dearest ahead of this weekend’s world title fight.The 34-year-old will face WBA title holder Gilberto Ramirez on Saturday in a bid to become unified champion.Chris Billam-Smith will compete for the unified cruiserweight title this weekendCredit: GettyCBS was left in tears while listening to messages ahead of the boutCredit: Sky SportsIn the build-up to the fight, CBS – the reigning WBO champion – sat down with Sky Sports to receive some voice notes from his closest friends and family.Former Commonwealth Games gold medallist Barry McGuigan, who is the father of Billam-Smith’s trainer, was the first to deliver a message.He said: “Chris Billiam-Smith. What a phenomenal athlete. Incredibly determined, incredibly focused, incredibly driven. “Such a great human being in so many ways. Everybody looks to Chris for how to set the trend.Read More in Boxing”He’s just a great man and I cannot say enough good things about him.”Billam-Smith also received a message from Southampton goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale, who said: “Hello champ, it’s Rambo.”I just wanted to wish you all the best. I’m just hoping for a CBS win and then some time with the family. Get yourself back to watching me play football!”No, honestly, just go out there and do your stuff which we all know you’re capable of doing.”Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHis wife, Mia, sent in a heartfelt messageCredit: GettyThe cruiserweight champ then began to tear up when listening to a note from his best friend, Mike.He said: “Billam, where do I even begin? It feels like yesterday we were boys messing about on our bikes and mopeds, trying to make our mark in the world.Eddie Hearn provides update on Anthony Joshua’s next fight with two names eyed “Well you’ve certainly done that, and I couldn’t be prouder of the man you’ve become today.”Your resilience and determination inspire everyone around you.”They also say you should never meet your heroes, now I’ve been blessed because my hero is also my best mate.”You’ve lived up to every expectation and you’ve surpassed them in ways I’d never imagined.”Your courage, kindness and spirit make me strive to do better in my own life.”The tears continued when he listened to a heartfelt message from his mum, Carol, who said: “Chris, I’m so proud of you.”You’ve accomplished so much. You’re kind, generous, funny, respectful, and you’ve done so much for boxing. I love you so much. Let’s get to Saudi Arabia and get another win!”Finally, Billam-Smith heard from his wife, Mia, and young son, Frank, who said his dad is going to “bring home another belt” for Christmas.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe went on to open up about how hard he has found it being away from his family for so long while training.CBS’ unified title clash with Ramirez is set to take place at The Venue in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Saturday. More

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      Mike Tyson used to wear world title belt to NIGHTCLUBS… but only began boxing after bully broke his pet pigeon’s NECK

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      AT THE peak of his deadly powers Mike Tyson would parade his world title belt around in NIGHTCLUBS.But his iconic, complicated and somehow unfinished boxing career only started after a local thug snapped the neck of Tyson’s pet pigeon.Mike Tyson parades his heavyweight titles belts aroundCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdTyson has always loved birdsCredit: GettyLegendary boxing manager Shelly Finkel first met Tyson when the heavyweight was just a teenager in the early 1980s.They were both from Brooklyn, with Tyson born and raised in the poverty-stricken neighborhood of Brownsville. Despite weighing over 13 STONE as a young boy, Tyson was picked on for the way he talked and for his love of pigeons. But it was after one bully killed a pet pigeon of his that his talent for fighting was discovered. READ MORE TYSON VS PAULFinkel told SunSport: “Remember Mike grew up really tough in Brownsville. He had it rough because he was a big kid with a lisp.”It was until that incident on the roof when one of the, I guess local thugs, twisted the neck of his pigeon and killed it and Mike went crazy.”And at that point, Mike realised he had this power.”Tyson was arrested almost 40 times by the age of 13, which landed him in the Tryon School for Boys in Johnstown. Most read in SportJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThere, his juvenile detention centre counsellor Bobby Stewart introduced Tyson into boxing. He was such a natural that Stewart insisted legendary coach Cus D’Amato had to see it for himself. Fans get first look of Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson training camp with Iron Mike ‘looking like he’s 25 again’And D’Amato was immediately convinced he had America’s next heavyweight champion on his hands.The mentor later brought Tyson in as a son of his own, training, housing and fathering the future boxing great. Finkel said: “Cus says, ‘This kid is going to be heavyweight champion.’ “And Mike’s thinking to himself, ‘Who is this loony old white man? But I’ll go with him.'”Cus wanted to fulfil his last dream, which is to see another heavyweight champ he created, Mike wanted to get out of prison, it was a better life for him.”It was an arrangement basically. And Mike told me he loved that old man like you can’t imagine, and I said I believe it.”Sadly, D’Amato died in 1985, just a year before his prediction came true of Tyson becoming boxing’s youngest heavyweight champ of all time.Cus D’Amato with a teenage TysonTyson knocked out Trevor Berbick in 1986Credit: APTyson became boxing’s youngest heavyweight champ of all time aged 20Credit: AFPCounting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…All the info:Latest news and features: He was not there to witness Tyson demolish Trevor Berbick in two savage rounds at the age of just 20 – but Finkel was.And he remembers: “Sitting in the front row, I’ve had a lot of exciting moments in this sport, that had a rank up there.”Guy goes down, gets up, goes down, gets up, goes down. He hit him right on the temple. The equilibrium was gone and Mike was champion.” Tyson became an overnight sensation – and wanted everyone to know it. Finkel said: “He kept that belt on him, it was the WBC belt, he slept with it.”I saw him the following Monday, I was out that night and I saw him in a club, he gave me a hug and I said, ‘Mike, the belt is squashing me!'”He took it everywhere. It just was wrapped around him and he wouldn’t let it go and I get it. “Here’s a kid from a very poor background, I know what Brownsville is because it was a joining area that I grew up in. “It was poor as poor can be and if you lived past you 20s, you were lucky with the drugs, gangs.”Now he’s on an ascendancy, knocking people out with devastating anger. He was rather intimidating.”Tyson, next to promoter Don King, was a proud championCredit: GettyHe became a star overnightCredit: GettyJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTTyson went on a knockout streak never-before-seen in boxing and unlikely to be replicated.But when he went crashing to the canvas against James Buster Douglas in 1990 – so did his career and reputation. Finkel, who was there that night in Tokyo to witness the 42-1 upset, said: “It gets to a certain point where you don’t believe the other guy deserves to be in the ring with you and you don’t train the way you would if you were gonna fight other people.”Tyson did later reclaim the title in 1996, just a year after coming out of prison having spent three years behind bars for a rape conviction. Finkel later became Tyson’s full-time manager and had the job of building back Iron Mike’s reputation. James ‘Buster’ Douglas stunned Tyson in 1990Credit: ReutersTyson spent three years in prison from 1992Credit: AFPShelly Finkel formerly managed TysonCredit: EPAFinkel first met Tyson when the boxer was a teenagerCredit: AP:Associated PressThe former music mogul took Tyson’s career to Europe, the UK and all parts of America until two dismal defeats came in 2004 and 2005. First, Tyson was beaten by Britain’s Danny Williams in Kentucky before Kevin McBride put the final nail in the coffin in Washington, DC. But Finkel reveals Tyson – set to make a controversial comeback to fight Jake Paul – was beaten before the bell even rang against McBride.He said: “Before his fight, he said, ‘I just don’t have the desire.’ “I said, ‘Well, you trained already and should be able to beat this guy anyway. And he didn’t.”And he said, ‘That’s it.’ But now he’s 58 and he’s stepping into the ring with someone that at any other time earlier would have been something easy. It may not be easy anymore.”Finkel remains in touch with Tyson and his team, including third wife Lakiha Spicer ahead of his boxing return. The two-time champ – who did face Roy Jones Jr in a 2020 exhibition – takes on YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul on Friday in Texas. READ MORE SUN STORIESIt will be a professionally-sanctioned bout competed over eight two-minute rounds – opposed to the usual three – with bigger 14oz gloves. And it will be yet another chapter in the weird and wonderful career of Tyson – but it remains to be scene whether it will be the last. Tyson, 58, fights YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul, 27Credit: Rex More

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      Brighton’s special transfer database is so secretive their own scouts are BANNED from using it

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      BRIGHTON have banned some of the club’s own scouts from seeing the data they use to sign players.SunSport has learned that such is the secrecy surrounding the data has helped propel Brighton from League One to sixth in the Premier League, that even scouts tasked with identifying potential new signings have been denied access to it.Some Brighton scouts have been banned from accessing the club’s secretive transfer databaseCredit: PAA number of scouts are understood to have expressed surprise at being told they could not use Brighton’s databank and mathematical models after asking if it could be used to support their own old-school scouting reports.Brighton declined to comment, but club sources have indicated that the data system introduced by owner Tony Bloom is highly restricted.Brighton’s data operations are run by Jamestown Analytics, an offshoot of Starlizard, the betting and data company set up Bloom before he bought the club in 2009.As SunSport revealed last month, Jamestown were also working for Ipswich Town on recruitment until they were promoted to the Premier League this year, but Brighton’s deal gives them exclusivity in the top-flight so that contract was cancelled.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLJamestown’s data experts have transformed Brighton from League One strugglers to a Europa League side last season, while the club have also become the Premier League’s market leaders in the transfer market.Brighton made record profits of £122million last year based on largely on the sales of Alexis Mac Allister, Yves Bissouma and Marc Cucurella to Liverpool, Tottenham and Chelsea respectively.That figure does not include the £115m from Moises Caicedo’s transfer to Chelsea in the 2023 summer window.Brighton’s smart trading enabled them to fund an unprecedented £194m splurge on players for new manager Fabian Hurzeler this summer, which has been vindicated by their outstanding start to the season.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBrighton are in the process of making major changes to their recruitment operations, with at least three full-time scouts leaving the club last week, as reported by the Daily Telegraph yesterday.The surprise changes to a system that has been functioning brilliantly are not thought to be related to tensions over scouts accessing recruitment data.Top ten Premier League managers’ WagsBrighton sources insist that the club will still use traditional scouts and not be more reliant on data models in the future, but that they are making changes to improve their recruitment.The scouts who have left are understood to have received pay-offs, and will be replaced by new staff with different skill-sets operating in revised roles. More

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      Humble Kobbie Mainoo moves out of mum and dad’s house into his own place after incredible Man Utd breakthrough

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      HUMBLE Kobbie Mainoo has moved out of his mum and dad’s house into his own place after an incredible breakthrough at Manchester United.The 19-year-old midfielder burst onto the scene last season as he quickly established himself as a key man under former boss Erik ten Hag.Man Utd star Kobbie Mainoo has moved out of his mum and dad’s into a new houseCredit: GettyThe midfielder has become an important player for club and countryCredit: GettyMainoo, who made three appearances in the 2022/23 campaign, ended up playing 32 times in all competitions and even helped himself to five goals in the process.The teen’s fine form for United saw him win his first England cap earlier this year.And Mainoo, who now has 10 appearances for his country, was later rewarded with a spot in the Three Lions’ Euros squad before starting all four of their knockout games.The star is now in talks with United to potentially quadruple his current salary to £80,000-a-week.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut despite becoming one of the country’s most talked-about players, Mainoo has been living a humble life off the pitch.The ace has been living with his parents ever since breaking into United’s side.And with the third international break of the season already under way, Mainoo has only just moved into his own digs.GQ reports he has bought a “spacious family home” on the outskirts of Manchester, with Mainoo moved in “two or three days ago.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnd just like any other teen, the youngster has made sure he can cope with only the barest of necessities — “a squidgy corner sofa, a TV and a PS5.”Mainoo is now focused on a return to action after being sidelined for over a month with a hamstring issue.Behind-the-scenes Man Utd documentary to show Kobbie Mainoo going back to SCHOOL as England star reveals key to successThe midfielder will be eager to play an important role under new boss Ruben Amorim.And Mainoo could be back for the Portuguese boss’ first game against Ipswich Town on November 24.Speaking before United’s weekend win against Leicester, former interim gaffer Ruud van Nistelrooy said: “Kobbie is progressing in his injury.“He’s making the right steps but it is not yet with the team. That needs a bit more time.”Man Utd ratings v LeicesterHere’s how SunSport’s Martin Blackburn rated the Red Devils.ANDRE ONANA – 7Stood tall when Ndidi went through on goal and a decent tip round the post from Ayew as Leicester tried to get back in it.NOUSSAIR MAZROUAI – 6Lucky to escape tackle on Buonanotte without any punishment. Supplied the cross from the left which led to United’s second goal.MATTHIJS DE LIGT – 6Made a key second half clearance when the Foxes were trying to find their way back into the game. Fairly comfortable afternoon for home defenders.LISANDRO MARTINEZ – 7Spent the first hour at centre half then showed his versatility by switching to left-back when Dalot was forced off.DIOGO DALOT – 6Did a steady job keeping the Foxes at bay but then taken off on the hour – presumably due to injury as United had to reshuffle their defence.CASEMIRO – 7Better from the veteran Brazilian who helped United take command of the game before getting the chance to put his feet up late on.MANUEL UGARTE – 6Great challenge on Soumare showed what he is all about and some signs he is finding his feet. Will be looking forward to arrival of former boss Amorim.AMAD DIALLO – 7Delightful backheel for Fernandes to curl home the opener and could have scored himself. The Ivorian has had a good week.  BRUNO FERNANDES – 8Presented with a shirt to mark his 250th appearance before the game and will be getting more plaudits for his performance here. Involved in all three goals.MARCUS RASHFORD – 5Given the nod to start ahead of Garnacho but did not do enough to justify the faith of Van Nistelrooy. No surprise when he was replaced by the Argentine on the hour.RASMUS HOJLUND – 5A largely ineffective afternoon for the Danish forward before he was subbed late on. Nothing wrong with his work-rate but does he have the quality Amorim will want? More

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      ‘Knowing how dangerous boxing is…’ UFC star Jorge Masvidal has concerns about Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight

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      UFC star Jorge Masvidal will be watching Mike Tyson’s controversial comeback fight against Jake Paul as a concerned fan. YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul brings heavyweight great Tyson out of retirement on Friday in a clash criticised for the age gap. UFC star Jorge Masvidal fears for Mike Tyson against Jake PaulCredit: GettyTyson facing off with Jake PaulCredit: GettyMasvidal – like many others – grew up idolising Iron Mike and recognises it will no longer be the Baddest Man on The Planet in the ring. He told SunSport: “I get both of the points of views because if you can make big revenue, go for it.”It’s just that Tyson was such a prominent sports figure on top of the world in great shape, beating some of the best guys in the world rather easily.”And now we can tell it’s not nowhere near the same Tyson, he’s nowhere near his prime.READ MORE IN BOXING”So, you know, obviously the ones that are more fans, we don’t like to see him like that, fighting when he’s not himself.”He’s not that person he used to be and knowing how dangerous boxing is – but I wish both competitors well and nobody gets hurt and everybody just comes out fine.”Paul, 27, has ten wins and just a single loss in 2023 to Tommy Fury, 25, on his boxing record. Tyson, 58, meanwhile has not boxed professionally since 2005 when he quit on his stool and threw the towel in on his boxing career. Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe did return in 2020 for an exhibition with Roy Jones Jr but his bout with Paul is to be officially sanctioned and on their records. But it will be competed over eight two-minute rounds – opposed to the usual three – and fought in bigger 14oz gloves instead of 10oz. Fans get first look of Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson training camp with Iron Mike ‘looking like he’s 25 again’Counting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…Masvidal, 39, meanwhile will be promoting his Gamebred bareknuckle MMA event in Mississippi but expects an interesting bout on Netflix.He said: “I think it’s gonna be entertaining fight for while it lasts.”I think Jake’s gonna be smart man and he’s gonna move the first two rounds, get Tyson a little tired. “There’s one thing everybody knows, it’s like a common thing is that the last thing to leave a man is power and Tyson still has power.”So what you’re gonna have to do is is work his heart, you know, just move, move, move, get him tired and then start to attack.”JAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUT More