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    Why is Rio Ferdinand not on commentary for TNT Sports during PSG vs Arsenal?

    RIO Ferdinand will not be a part of TNT Sports’ coverage for Arsenal’s Champions League semi-final second leg away at PSG this evening.The Gunners are looking to overturn a 1-0 deficit following Ousmane Dembele’s strike in London last week.Rio Ferdinand will miss the Champions League semi-final between Arsenal and PSGCredit: Andrew Orchard/Andrew Orchard sports photography/Alamy Live newsArsenal will be looking to overturn a 1-0 deficit as they head to Paris this weekendCredit: GettyPSG VS ARSENAL LIVE – LATEST UPDATESLes Parisiens historically do not perform well in home Champions League semi-finals, so the Gunners will be given a boost before the clash even kicks off.PSG have appeared in the competition’s final more recently than the Gunners, having been there in 2020, with Arsenal not appearing since 2006. Both sides are aiming to lift the iconic Champions League trophy for the first time in their history this season.Why is Rio Ferdinand not on commentary for PSG vs Arsenal? Rio Ferdinand confirmed via X that he will miss tonight’s match after being hospitalised.Read more Champions LeagueThe former Man Utd defender posted: “Gutted to be missing the Semi-Finals this week on @footballontnt!!”Rio Ferdinand will not be a part of TNT Sports’ coverage this eveningCredit: https://x.com/rioferdy5″Wishing the team all the best — I’ll be watching every minute from the iPad!”TNT Sports replied to the post by saying: “Get well soon, Rio.”SunSport understands his condition is not serious.Most read in Champions LeagueHow to watch PSG vs ArsenalPSG vs Arsenal is available to watch on TNT Sports 1.The match can be live streamed on discovery+.The game will start at 8pm BST.PSG currently lead the tie 1-0 after last weeks first-leg. More

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    ‘At least three injured’ as violence erupts in Paris with car set alight & 20 arrested after PSG vs Arsenal game

    At least three people have reportedly injured in chaotic scenes of violence after Arsenal’s game against PSG in Paris.A car was set alight after driving into football fans celebrating Paris Saint-Germain’s Champions League victory in the French capital.PSG fans clashed with police ahead of the matchCredit: AFPThe supporters set off fireworks outside the groundCredit: AFPRiot police tried to disperse the crowdsEntire streets were tear-gassedSupporters celebrated goals by climbing on to busesCredit: AFPHooded French youths wearing were also seen fighting with riot police on the Champs Elysée, and on nearby streets.By 2am, more than 20 people had been arrested in connection with the violence.A police source said: “The worse incident so far involved a car apparently being driven into a group of PSG fans.”At least three supporters were injured, one seriously, and others were sent flying. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”A gang then chased the car, setting it on fire and leaving it to burn after they forced it to stop in a side street.”Earlier, riot police tear-gassed an entire street of fans while shots were reportedly fired prior to kick-off.The atmosphere had been building across Paris throughout the day and fans began to gather near the Parc des Princes with two hours until kick-off.But there were clashes with riot cops and videos have surfaced of police pushing PSG supporters with shields and firing tear gas.Most read in Champions LeagueChaotic scenes show fans running from the cops and covering their mouths with scarves.A French reporter claimed “entire streets were tear-gassed by police” after fireworks were let off. How Arsenal can beat PSG and reach the Champions League final Checkpoints around the stadium to stop ticket-less fans getting near to the ground were “reinforced” after the trouble.Yet there was more carnage during the game as PSG supporters swarmed the Parisian streets.Hundreds circled around a bus and some attempted to climb on to it in celebration after their side scored.Tear gas was fired and what sounded like shots were heard as objects were thrown back at cops in shocking scenes.It is not clear what the shots were fired from or if they were fireworks. JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSIt comes after Arsenal fans were warned to be “vigilant” in Paris amid fears of clashes with PSG’s notorious ultras.The 2,000 travelling Gunners were all given a free red and white scarf when collecting their tickets in the French capital.Though there have been concerns that wearing the scarves around the city could prove dangerous and put a “target on their back”.Arsenal fans were advised by the club to “take sensible precautions” in Paris and not visit the Auteuil suburb where the Ultras meet.A statement read: “Supporters are strongly advised to avoid the Auteuil suburb of Paris and should take note of this when travelling to the Parc des Princes on matchday.Read More on The Sun”Street crime, including pickpocketing, can take place in Paris. Supporters are advised to be vigilant, take sensible precautions and ensure they have valid travel insurance.”Supporters are strongly advised not to use line 10 on the metro system which would result in supporters exiting the metro system in Auteuil.”PSG are into the final in MunichArsenal fans were warned to be ‘vigilant’ amid fear of clashes with PSG ultrasCredit: AFPEntire streets were reportedly tear-gassed More

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    ‘One degree hotter’ – Ring girl Sydney Thomas puts on busty display as she chugs Champagne to celebrate graduation

    SYDNEY THOMAS stunned fans with a busty display as she attended her graduation.The stunning ring girl graduated from the University of Alabama with great pride.Sydney Thomas has graduated from the University of AlabamaCredit: instagram @iamsydneythomasShe wore a busty white dress for the eventCredit: instagram @iamsydneythomasShe also wore a bold red dressCredit: instagram @iamsydneythomasThe stunning blonde treated herself to some Champagne on campusCredit: instagram @iamsydneythomasSydney, 21, wowed her 886k followers as she wore a short and busty white dress.She wore the dress with the traditional robes and with her six friends in front of the restaurant Rama Jama’s.It was not the only outfit she wore as she was also pictured in a bold red dress drinking Champagne on a set of stairs at the Tuscaloosa campus.Her fans loved the snaps posted on Instagram as they flooded the comment section.READ MORE ON SPORTOne posted: “Beauty queen! Congratulations.”A second wrote: “So proud of you angel.”A third commented: “One degree hotter.”A fourth said: “Congrats Sydney!! Bama was lucky to have you.”Most read in BoxingAnother added: “Goodness gracious, could you be any more amazing and perfect?”Sydney also shared a touching message on the post as she revealed the challenge of dealing with the loss of her mother to gaining massive fame.Sydney Thomas stuns in daring ring girl outfit and is branded ‘so perfect’ by awestruck fans Sydney shared the snaps on social mediaCredit: instagram @iamsydneythomasShe wore the white dress for the ceremonyCredit: instagram @iamsydneythomasShe kept a sentimental picture in her mortar boardCredit: instagram @iamsydneythomasShe celebrated with her palsCredit: instagram @iamsydneythomasShe wrote: “As I look back and reflect on my college experience, I can’t help but acknowledge how monumental each of these years has been in shaping me into who I am today.”From navigating the loss of my mother to the whirlwind of unexpected overnight fame, Alabama has been the one constant through it all- continually welcoming me with open arms and keeping me grounded in who I am.”Though my college journey was far from typical, I’ve found such beauty and comfort in the abnormalcy of it all, trusting that everything unfolded in alignment with Gods divine timing.”This has been such a beautiful chapter in the story of my life—one I’ll look back on often.”And while it’s bittersweet that it’s come to an end a year early, I know that wherever my path leads next, Alabama will always be sweet home to me.”Roll Tide, forever & always.”Sydney rose to fame following her appearance as a ring girl for Jake Paul’s boxing fight with Mike Tyson in November 2024.She has continued to add fans with her glamorous pictures on social media.Read More on The SunEarlier this month, fans were left stunned as she wore a busty bikini.Back in March, she opted for a daring outfit as she attended the Grammys.Sydney and friends posed for a picture outside a restaurantCredit: instagram @iamsydneythomasShe rose to fame for her appearance at Jake Paul vs Mike TysonCredit: Instagram / @iamsydneythomasShe has built up a huge online followingCredit: Instagram / @iamsydneythomasShe has nearly 900k followers on InstagramCredit: InstagramShe often wows them with her stunning picturesCredit: InstagramShe wore this pink dress to the Sports Illustrated Super Bowl partyCredit: APShe also stunned in a black dress at Nelly’s Black and White BallCredit: Getty More

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    Inter Milan hero Frattesi drops F-bomb live on TV after win over Barcelona leaving CBS Sports studio in hysterics

    DAVIDE FRATTESI let an F-bomb slip on live TV after his heroics in the Champions League. The Inter Milan midfielder, 25, had just scored the winning goal for the Nerazzurri against Barcelona to send the Italian side into the final in Munich.Frattesi scored the winning goal that sent Inter to the finalCredit: APAcerbi was mobbed by his jubilant team-mates after his goalCredit: GettyInter beat Barca 4-3 on the night, but were nearly sent packing by Raphinha’s dramatic strike on 87 minutes – which looked to have sent Barca to Munich after the 3-3 draw in the first leg.However, Francesco Acerbi’s equaliser in the third minute of stoppage forced extra-time..Frattesi then popped up in the 99th minute to earn Simone Inzaghi’s team a place in their second Champions League final in three years. They were defeated 1-0 by Manchester City back in 2023 thanks to Rodri’s winner.Read more footballIn a his post-match interview with CBS, Frattesi, the Italian international, left pundits Thierry Henry, Micah Richards, and Jamie Carragher in fits of laughter with his comments. Henry dished out lavish praise for the midfielder, saying: “I didn’t see a man that was nervous; I saw a guy that was composed to finish at that time, in that tie, in that game. “How did you think about doing that?” the former Arsenal legend asked from CBS’ London studio. Joining the broadcast from pitchside at the San Siro, the match-winner Frattesi hilariously responded: “I don’t know. Most read in Champions LeagueBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK”Maybe because I was thinking, ‘If I don’t score, I’m f***ed!”The comment had the Italian giggling, while the CBS pundits burst out laughing. Rooney reveals sweet thing Inter star Mkhitaryan asked his old Man Utd team-mate after reaching Champions League finalPresenter Kate Scott nervously looked over at the production team behind the camera in response to Frattesi’s slip of the tongue. Meanwhile, Henry lay his head in his hands on the desk to control his laughter. Inter had to do it the hard way to reach the final, despite taking a lead back to the San Siro. The hosts threw away a two-goal cushion given to them courtesy of Lautaro Martinez and Hakan Calhanoglu’s goals. Eric Garcia and Dani Olmo levelled proceedings on the night for Barca, before former Leeds United winger Raphinha stepped up to send the tie to extra time. However, it was Frattesi’s time to write the headlines, placing a neat finish into the far corner, leaving Wojciech Szczesny flat-footed in the Barca goal. More

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    Rio Ferdinand in hospital and forced to miss TNT Sports coverage of PSG vs Arsenal as he posts picture from bed

    RIO FERDINAND revealed he would miss last night’s Champions League semi-final after posting a picture from his hospital bed.The former Manchester United star would have been on duty for TNT Sports for Arsenal’s trip to Paris.Rio Ferdinand missed last night’s Champions League coverage on TNT SportsCredit: AlamyFerdinand revealed on X that he was in hospitalCredit: https://x.com/rioferdy5Ferdinand was seen with a band around his wrist in the photo.Ferdinand captioned his post: “Gutted to be missing the Semi-Finals this week on @footballontnt!!””Wishing the team all the best — I’ll be watching every minute from the iPad!”TNT Sports replied to the post by saying: “Get well soon, Rio.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSunSport understands his condition is not serious.The 46-year-old is a regular feature on TNT Sports’ coverage of European football, whether on commentary or in the studio as an analyst.He is often a key part of the broadcaster’s commentary team, appearing alongside fellow pundit Ally McCoist and commentator Darren Fletcher.Ferdinand usually appears on TNT’s coverage of Man Utd games, including his former club’s stunning quarter-final win against Lyon at Old Trafford last month.Most read in FootballThey will be on TNT tonight in the second leg of their semi-final against Athletic Bilbao.Well wishers took to social media to send kind messages to the former England defender.One person said: “Get well soon Rio.”Rio Ferdinand calls out Roy Keane and Gary Neville’s takes on Man Utd vs Man City A second said: “Get well soon legend.”A third added: “Good recovery man. Take care.”Another said: “Quick recovery.”Arsenal were losing the semi-final 1-0 on aggregate after the first-leg defeat courtesy of Ousmane Dembele’s goal.And even though they were unable to turn it around, losing 2-1 in Paris and 3-1 overall, Mikel Arteta insisted his team were the best side in the competition.Mikel Arteta says Declan Rice and his Arsenal team can make history tonightCredit: Getty More

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    ‘We lose our minds’ – Amorim fears conceding three to Bilbao as he calls Man Utd ‘worst team in Prem since I arrived’

    RUBEN AMORIM is worried about losing to Athletic Bilbao as his team have a tendency to “lose our minds”.Manchester United take a commanding 3-0 lead into Thursday’s Europa League semi-final second leg at Old Trafford.Ruben Amorim admits his team cannot control a game and they need to score another to go through to the finalCredit: EPABut despite the scoreline, Amorim believes the tie is far from over as his players could capitulate and leak goals like they did in recent games to Lyon and Brentford.The manager admitted in his pre-match press conference: “We cannot control, we cannot say what is going to happen. “There are some teams that understand the game is going to be like this. “It can change a little bit but the story is going to be like this and you can control the narrative of the game. But we cannot do that.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”We have to face the game as one more game, to win it, I feel we need to score to go to the next round.”We use Brentford, we are near a draw then we suffer a goal and another goal quite fast.”We will have to suffer a bit to go to the final and we are ready to suffer.”Asked what Man Utd will turn up tomorrow, Amorim said: “Sometimes during the game we are one team and something happens and we then we lose our mind a little bit.Most read in Europa LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”But we are improving the way we play, we are more confident and ready to face this challenge.”As they edge closer to silverware, Amorim was asked about when he labelled his side the “worst Man Utd team in history” back in January.Amorim is officially WORST Man Utd manager of post-Sir Alex Ferguson era as under-fire boss admits- I’m underperformingAmorim has not changed his mind despite the Europa League run, replying: “If you look to the Premier League, since I arrive, we are the worst team in terms of results. “In the end of this season, we can be the worst team in Premier League history but with a European title. That will change nothing.”We know that this season was really disappointing for everybody, nothing is going to change. “This season was the worst one, I don’t know if in history but, for sure, in the last 50 years.” More

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    Female London Marathon runner hits back after she is cruelly mocked over ‘bikini’ outfit

    A LONDON MARATHON runner hit back at trolls after being mocked over her ‘bikini’ outfit.British athlete Holly Archer competed in the Women’s Elite category in London – her first competitive marathon.Holly Archer hit back at trolls who criticised her trunksCredit: INSTAGRAMThe British athlete completed her first marathon in 2hr39Credit: GettyArcher is a former European Indoor 1,500m silver medalistCredit: INSTAGRAMShe achieved a time of two hours and 39 minutes, but some people were more concerned with how the former European Indoor 1,500m silver medallist was dressed.Archer, 31, wore small briefs that are known as ‘run buns’ within the industry.Many on TikTok criticised her choice of clothing and Archer called out some sexist comments.She shared a video on the platform in which she posted many of the remarks thrown her way.READ MORE IN SPORTArcher responded with the caption: “Should I have worn a tracksuit?”A voiceover played in the video which said: “F*** the f***ing lot of you.”Some even used the video as another opportunity to post snarky comments.One read: “But why are you running in Speedos?”Most read in AthleticsBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSAnother added: “Crazy how the guys can do this not in a bikini.”And a third wrote: “There are lots of shops in London you should check them out they have loads of clothes.”Moment protesters storm elite men’s race at London Marathon before being tackled to ground in dramatic footageArcher did receive some support however, with one person saying: “If I had abs like yours I would wear that daily. Not just on race days!”Another wrote: “I’m confused. Is this the first time people have seen pro athletes? 🤔” More

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    DAZN host and Wag Diletta Leotta sizzles in tiny bikini as fans call Loris Karius ‘luckiest man in the world’

    FANS have gone wild as Diletta Leotta sizzled in a tiny bikini during a boat trip.The DAZN host visited Sicily, Italy, on a recent holiday and showed off her figure on social media.Diletta Leotta stunned fans with her latest Instagram postCredit: instagram @dilettaleottaShe wore a tiny pink bikini as she posed on a boatCredit: instagram @dilettaleottaShe shared the snaps for her enormous fanbaseCredit: instagram @dilettaleottaThe pictures were taken during a trip to Sicily, ItalyCredit: instagram @dilettaleottaDiletta, 33, is married to former Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius after falling in love at first sight.The couple enjoyed a whirlwind romance since their meeting in late 2022 and have a daughter called Aria, who was born in August 2023.She has a huge fanbase on social media with 9.2million followers on Instagram.The Italian regularly wows her following with stunning pictures of herself.READ MORE IN SPORTShe has now done it again as the beautiful blonde wore a tiny pink bikini while on a boat.Diletta posted on the ladder above the water for multiple pictures which she has shared on social media.Fans loved the snaps as they flooded the comment section with many saying the same thing.One posted: “Karius is the luckiest man in the world.”Most read in FootballA second wrote: “Gorgeous is an understatement.”A third commented: “You are very beautiful.”Diletta Leotta wows in busty outfit at Fifa Club World Cup draw but fans baffled as Italy icon calls her an ‘immigrant’A fourth said: “Mamma mia what a ray of sunshine.”Another added: “Your body is amazing.”Leotta’s social media fame has been surpassed of late by her broadcasting career – as a Serie A specialist.Meanwhile, husband Karius is rebuilding his reputation at Schalke after poor Premier League spells at Liverpool and Newcastle.The 31-year-old had not played for 371 days before making his debut for the German second-tier club in February.A glimpse inside Diletta’s glamorous life with partner Loris Karius…Diletta Leotta and boyfriend Loris Karius saw in the new year togetherCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dilettaleotta/The footballer brought Diletta a cake to her hospital bed as she gave birth to their first child on her own birthdayCredit: INSTAGRAM / dilettaleottaThe pair posed together in ‘2023’ sunglassesDiletta is one of the Serie A’s best loved presentersCredit: GettyDiletta stunned as she presented the Turin derby on Italian TVCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaThe glamorous TV host put on a leggy display pitchsideCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaAnd boasts 8.9million followersCredit: GettyDiletta gave birth to her first child with Karius in AugustCredit: Instagram / @dilettaleottaDiletta is no stranger to some extravagant outfits on her InstagramCredit: @dilettaleottaDiletta and Karius in MilanCredit: The Mega AgencyThe Italian beauty on holiday with KariusShe has flipped between blonde and brunette looksCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dilettaleotta/She has previously worn an outfit similar to her Tomb Raider lookCredit: @dilettaleottaDiletta with a pared back lookCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaDiletta Leotta is reportedly dating Loris Karius after he visited her in MilanCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaLeotta has 8.6million Instagram followersCredit: GettyShe is a presenter for DaznCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaLeotta burst on to the scene with Sky SportsCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaShe posts regularly updates on Instagram to the delight of her fansCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaDiletta has 8.5million followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaThe Italian works for DAZNCredit: Instagram @dilettaleotta More