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      Conor Benn’s brother Harley opens door to fighting Chris Eubank Jr’s cousin Harlem after chance meeting in Marbella

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      HARLEY BENN is ready to extend his family feud by fighting Harlem Eubank – after they struck a gentleman’s agreement in Marbella. Benn is half-brother to Conor, who fights Harlem’s cousin Chris Eubank Jr on Saturday at Tottenham’s stadium. Conor Benn with estranged brother HarleyChris Eubank Jr with cousin HarlemHarlem himself was gunning to face Benn at one point – but Harley does not rule out fighting the Brighton welterweight. He told SunSport: “Being completely honest, I need a few more fights before Harlem Eubank.“Harlem Eubank’s a great fighter, but it’s not something I would shy away from at all in any way. I would like to fight Harlem Eubank.“I’m not delusional, I haven’t fought since 2023. I would need to build up and I would have to have a great camp for Harlem Eubank.READ MORE IN BOXING“But from what I’ve seen at the minute, Harlem’s going for Conor. So we’ll see how that one plans out. That to me is a very close fight, Harlem versus Conor.“I think it is a great fight as well, just like Eubank Jr versus Conor is a great fight. It’s so unpredictable.” The family rivalry dates back to 1990 when Eubank Sr beat Nigel Benn before they controversially drew three years later. Now their sons add a new chapter three decades on for a middleweight grudge match in North London this weeekend.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSChris Eubank Jr vs Conor BennTHE countdown is ON to one of the biggest boxing events of the 21st CenturyFamilial tension and a rivalry that has been brewing for years will finally be resolved when Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn meet at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday night.There has been huge drama in the build-up with the pair engaged in a war of words and multiple clashes in person.SunSport will have full coverage of the blockbuster clash all week and LIVE round-by-round coverage of every fight on a stacked undercard.Latest NewsAll the infoAnd Harley – who is 9-2 – is open to a spin-off against 21-0 Harlem – after a chance meeting between the pair on holiday.Harley, 28, revealed: “I bumped into Harlem in Marbella a few years back, and it was all respectful.Harley Benn opens up on cutting out dad Nigel and losing touch with brother Conor“We were talking boxing and respectfully, we said, maybe one day, who knows? I didn’t say, ‘I wanna fight you, and he didn’t say, ‘I wanna fight you.’“I was like, ‘Listen, there could be another Eubank-Benn on the cards one day.’ But it was nothing but respect, gave a little hug and kept it moving.”Benn was first meant to fight Eubank Jr in a 157lb catchweight clash in October 2022 – but he was withdrawn after failing two drug tests. He protested and fought his innocence after having his British Boxing Board of Control licence taken away.Benn had two wins up at the light-middleweight limit in America before his provisional UK Anti-Doping ban was lifted. It freed him to fight in Britain again – but his rivalry with Eubank Jr was taken to new bitter heights. I bumped into Harlem in Marbella a few years back, and it was all respectful. We were talking boxing and respectfully, we said, maybe one day, who knows? Harley Benn on fighting Harlem Eubank Harley – who is currently estranged from dad Nigel and brother Conor – meanwhile has no ill-will towards the Eubanks. He said: “I’ve got nothing but respect for the Eubanks, if I’m honest with you. “Yeah, there’s this family feud in boxing and whatnot but I’m not part of that. “If I end up being part of it then I do think just the Eubank-Benn will fire up my belly a little bit. The way I see it, at the minute it’s 1-0. “I do believe my dad won the second fight and I believe a lot of people think he won the second fight but he got given a draw.“So he drew to Eubank Sr and lost to Eubank Sr. If Conor beats Eubank Jr, it’s 1-1, there’s gonna be a rematch.Read More on The Sun“If Eubank Jr beats Conor, it’s 2-0. So there will need to be three Ben wins for them, us. “Who knows, later on in life I could fight Harlem Eubank. I would love to.”Chris Eubank Jr facing off with Conor BennCredit: GettyEubank Sr and Nigel Benn had two classic fightsCredit: Getty More

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      Ex-Man Utd star Jesse Lingard tells grandad’s sex abuse trial he’d ‘block daughter from seeing him if claims were true’

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      FOOTBALLER Jesse Lingard today told his grandad’s sex abuse trial that he would block his daughter from seeing him if the claims were true.The ex-Man Utd star is giving evidence after Kenneth Lingard, 86, was accused of sexually assaulting a woman from the age of five until she was 19.Jesse Lingard has given evidence at his grandad’s sex abuse trialCredit: PAKenneth Lingard allegedly assaulted a woman from the age of fiveCredit: PAShe reported the alleged historic abuse to the police after watching a Channel 4 documentary that featured Jesse.The England star, 32, had praised his grandfather’s influence on his career in the show.Jesse, who flew in from South Korea where plays for FC Seoul, told Liverpool Crown Court the woman contacted him after the documentary came out.He said: “She was just going on about the documentary and how I let him be part of it when he’s done those things.Read more news”I was like ‘what are you on about, I have not heard nothing about this’.”Jesse said the woman told him she was going to call the police – prompting him to tell her: “Call them if you want”.He told jurors she “popped out of nowhere” and that is was “kind of random”.Jesse also said he would have “cut ties” with his grandad straight away if he knew anything about the abuse allegations.Most read in FootballHe added: “My daughter wouldn’t be round there. My little sister wouldn’t be round there.”Jesse, who scored in FC Seoul’s 2-1 loss on Saturday against Gwangju, said the trial has caused a few of his sponsorship deals to fall through.He also told the court he had lived with his grandparents from the age of two or three and that Lingard was very supportive of his career.The footballer said: “He basically taught me football, taught all the skills, drove me up and down motorways from Liverpool to Manchester, Crewe, Barnsley, Stoke, to watch me play football.”He’s been the man that’s got me here today.”Jurors previously heard the woman messaged Jesse three times on November 18, 2022, after the show aired.In one text, she said: “Shame on you Jesse Lingard. Loads of lies. Your grandad Kenneth Lingard molested and sexually abused me and you know he did.”You did the documentary for money and to make yourself some kind of mental health ambassador. Well, as you say, I’m speaking out. No more silence.”In another, she referred Jesse hiding a “dark” secret that his grandfather was a “paedophile” and “child molester”.She also branded the former England star’s late grandmother Pamela an “enabler”.The woman claimed he had “no right doing that documentary” when his grandfather had “molested” her for years.Jurors also heard calls she made to police on the day Jesse Lingard — The Untold Story was aired.She asked officers how she could get someone “arrested for child abuse but historic child abuse?”The woman also told police she “thought it was time to speak out about the abuse I had received” after watching the show.She added: “It just made me feel ill that he was made out to be such a hero.”Read More on The SunLingard, of Warrington, has denied 17 counts of indecent assault.The trial continues.Lingard flew in from South Korea to give evidenceCredit: Getty More

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      Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur: Start time, TV channel, live stream as rivalry comes to a head in HUGE trilogy fight

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      ANTHONY YARDE and Lyndon Arthur meet in their highly-anticipated rubber match THIS WEEKEND!The headline event will see Chris Eubank Jr face rival Conor Benn, but this clash on the undercard looks to be just as spicy.Lyndon Arthur and Anthony Yarde will meet as they conclude their trilogyArthur won the first fight in December 2020 but was KOd by Yarde a year laterAnthony Yarde and Lyndon Arthur will be facing off for the third time as they look to finally put an end to their long rivalry.The pair first met in December 2020 when Lyndon Arthur won a split decision, but in their rematch Anthony Yarde won by a convincing KO victory in the fourth round a year later – avenging his previous loss.Both fighters have impressive records with Yarde’s at 26-3 (24 KOs) and Lyndon Arthurs at 24-2 (16 KOs). Both are in promising form and will be looking to move up the rankings to challenge for the light-heavyweight titles in the near future.READ MORE EUBANK VS BENNYarde’s last loss came against Artur Berterbiev in 2023 – where he put in an impressive performance before a late KO. He has since that he has tallied three consecutive victories and will know he cannot afford to slip up if he wants another world title shot.Arthur lost a decision to Dimitrii Bivol in December 2023 before beating Liam Cameron last summer.He too will want another title tilt once Bivol and Beterbiev settle their own rivalry with a trilogy fight.Most read in BoxingChris Eubank Jr vs Conor BennTHE countdown is ON to one of the biggest boxing events of the 21st CenturyFamilial tension and a rivalry that has been brewing for years will finally be resolved when Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn meet at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday night.There has been huge drama in the build-up with the pair engaged in a war of words and multiple clashes in person.SunSport will have full coverage of the blockbuster clash all week and LIVE round-by-round coverage of every fight on a stacked undercard.Latest NewsAll the infoWhen is Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur?This scintillating bout takes place on the undercard of Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn on Saturday, April 26.The card will start from 5pm BSTRing walks for this fight are yet to be announced but are predicted to be around 9pm BST.The event will take place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.What TV channel is Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur and can it be live streamed?The fights will be available on both Sky Sports Box Office and DAZN PPV.The pay-per-view price is £19.95.As well as being available on TV, the event will be streamed on SkyGO and DAZN’s website.Alternatively, SunSport will live blog every round of the card as it happens.Full card Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn (Middleweight)Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur (Light heavyweight)Liam Smith vs Aaron McKenna (Middleweight)Chris Billam-Smith vs Brandon Glanton (Cruiserweight)Viddal Riley vs Cheavon Clarke (Cruiserweight) More

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      Lotte Wubben-Moy eager to step things up in next chapter of Arsenal career after signing new deal with WSL giants

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      LOTTE WUBBEN-MOY has vowed to make the “next chapter” of her Arsenal career count after signing a new contract with the club. The England defender’s new deal is claimed to be a three-year one according to BBC Sport.Lotte Wubben-Moy she feels pride and excitement at extending her career with ArsenalCredit: GettyThe Gunners defender has made 143 senior appearances for Arsenal and scored ten timesCredit: GettyWubben-Moy’s team hope to overturn a one-goal deficit in their second leg Champions League semi-final duel with LyonCredit: GettyThe WSL ace, 26, who has made 143 Gunners appearances, rose through the ranks of the club’s youth system before making her senior debut at 16. This season has seen Wubben-Moy’s moments on the pitch at times disrupted by injuries.So far this term Wubben-Moy, who captained her club’s development side during her youth career, has played in nine WSL games and two in the Champions League.In February a muscle problem led to her withdrawing from England’s camp ahead of the Lionesses’ Nations League duels with Portugal and Spain. Read More Football Stories However the defender, whose side will play Lyon away this Saturday in a Champions League second-leg semis duel,  returned to training this month. And the lifelong Arsenal fan could be set for more game time with her team currently three points behind WSL leaders Chelsea ahead of their final three league games this term. Of her new deal Wubben-Moy said: “I feel a huge amount of pride, excitement and optimism to once again put pen to paper at this special football club. “Arsenal is the club I want to win with and I feel this new contract comes at a time in my career where my ambitions are matched by my abilities on the pitch. Most read in Football”I’m determined to make this next chapter count.”Gunners boss Renée Slegers added: “We’re so happy that Lotte has signed a new contract. “Lotte is a top defender who has shown significant progression in recent years. “She will continue to play an important role as we pursue our shared goal of competing for the highest honours in the game.”Before commencing her second stint at Arsenal, Wubben-Moy spent two years in the United States’ college soccer systems playing for North Carolina University side Tar Heels. Since her return to the Gunners in 2020 the London-born defender has won three League Cups and one FA Cup with the club. Away from the pitch Wubben-Moy is an active supporter of a number of sports-related causes focused including providing girls with more opportunities to play football. Following England’s triumph at the 2022 Women’s Euros she helped to coordinate an open letter from the Lionesses to Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak, when they were Conservative leaders candidates, The letter called for girls to have access to at least two hours of sports classes including football training. Wubben-Moy’s new deal comes in a month which Arsenal hope to reach the Women’s Champions League final for the first time in 18 years.Credit: Alamy Clare Wheatley, Arsenal women’s football director said: “Lotte is a wonderful role model for all young players. Read More on The Sun”She is an example of how hard work, strong values and determination are the platform for success. “We know that she will continue to give all of herself to Arsenal Football Club, both on pitch and of course in her consistent support of our wider community.” More

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      Theory emerges over why Darwin Nunez hasn’t started a game for Liverpool for weeks as transfer agreement revealed

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      DARWIN NUNEZ has fallen out of favour at Liverpool in recent months.The 25-year-old has started just eight of the club’s 30 Premier League games so far this season.Darwin Nunez has started just eight Premier League games this seasonCredit: GettyArne Slot criticised the striker’s work rate earlier this yearCredit: AlamyHe also has just five Champions League starts to his name.Liverpool boss Arne Slot was highly critical of his work rate earlier this year.In February, he said: “I helped him by saying you can miss a chance.”I wasn’t only hard on him. But for the second time in a row I wasn’t happy with his work effort, against Wolves and against Villa.READ MORE IN SPORT”I can’t accept if a player doesn’t give everything. That is clear. I can accept it once, but twice was a bit too much. That’s why I addressed it.”The striker has started just one Premier League match since then, fuelling rumours that he may leave Anfield this summer.But a report from Portuguese outlet A Bola has appeared to suggest that there could be another reason for his lack of game time.Nunez has started 49 Prem and Champions League games combined for Liverpool since joining from Benfica in an £85million transfer almost three years ago.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSReports in Portugal have claimed that the Reds could be forced to pay Benfica another £4.3million when he makes his 50th start.Despite the little-known clause, many Liverpool fans believe that Nunez remains out of the starting line-up due to his form.Sky Sports presenter praised by fans after rarely-seen move in interview with Liverpool matchwinner Darwin NunezThe striker has managed just seven goals in 42 appearances across all competitions this season.He also has seven assists to his name. More

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      Jack Wilshere named Norwich interim manager and could amazingly send ex-Arsenal team-mate Aaron Ramsey’s Cardiff DOWN

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      JACK WILSHERE has been appointed Norwich’s interim manager following the club’s sacking of Johaness Thorup.Dane Thorup oversaw an average season for the Canaries, who are currently 14th in the Championship table.Johannes Thorup has been sacked by Norwich CityCredit: AlamyJack Wilshere has taken interim charge of the CanariesCredit: REXFormer Arsenal and England star Wilshere was part of the Norwich set-up before Johaness Thorup’s sackingCredit: REXAnd the Easter Monday defeat to Millwall has proven to be his final game in charge of the East Anglia club, who have chosen to wield the axe before the season comes to a close.An excerpt of a club statement read: “Norwich City have parted company with head coach Johannes Hoff Thorup with immediate effect.”Assistant head coach Glen Riddersholm has also left his position with the club.”Canaries Sporting Director Ben Knapper said: “Whilst we made this appointment with a long-term focus and in line with our wider club strategy and direction, unfortunately, recent results and performances have deemed it necessary for us make a change.READ MORE ON WILSHERE“I’d like to place on record our sincere thanks to Johannes and Glen. “They are both fantastic people who worked tirelessly to help improve and move our football club forward.“We all wish the two of them the best in the next stage of their respective careers.”Wilshere, who was already part of the Canaries set-up prior to Thorup’s sacking, will oversee the club’s final two games of the Championship season with the assistance of Tony Roberts and Nick Stanley.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSJack Wilshere’s Norwich could send his former Arsenal team-mate Aaron Ramsey and Cardiff City down to League OneCredit: GETTYNorwich will travel to the Riverside Stadium on Saturday afternoon to take on Middlesbrough before taking on Cardiff City the following weekend.Boro will be hoping to pip Coventry to the final play-off spot, while Cardiff will bid to beat the drop at Carrow Road.Jack Wilshere’ ‘out of his comfort zone’ in first coaching role since shock Arsenal exit Victory in their final match of the season could see Wilshere relegate his former long-time Arsenal team-mate Aaron Ramsey, who is in interim charge of Cardiff following the Welsh club’s axing of Omer Riza last weekend.Wilshere and Ramsey spent 17 and 11 years at Arsenal, respectively.But remarkably, they only shared the pitch 101 times during their stints with the north London club.And Ramsey admits he wishes he played more games with his fellow former Gunner.The Welshman told The Mirror: “Jack called it a day, which was very sad to see. “[He was] obviously an unbelievable player on his day, very talented. It was a pleasure to play with him. “I wish I had the opportunity to play with him a lot more, but he got injured [and then] I got injured [laughs at the irony] – so we didn’t get a lot of time playing together.”Read More on The SunWilshere will face a massive dilemma ahead of Saturday’s trip to Middlesbrough.He’s set to run the London Marathon on Sunday and will face a lengthy train journey back to the capital on Saturday to prepare himself for the race.Aaron Ramsey and Jack Wilshere played 101 times together at ArsenalCredit: EPA More

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      Andy Carroll and bikini-clad girlfriend Lou Teasdale put on loved-up display on holiday in Magaluf

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      ANDY CARROLL and girlfriend Lou Teasdale have jetted off to Magaluf for a romantic holiday.The former England striker, 36, now plies his trade in the French fourth tier for Bordeaux.Andy Carroll holds hands with girlfriend Lou TeasdaleCredit: InstagramLou also shared a selfie with her man to InstagramCredit: InstagramLou posed for a solo snap in the sea in MagalufCredit: InstagramCarroll has been dating Lou for five months.The Sun recently revealed that the striker plans to marry the celebrity make-up artist after finalising his divorce from ex Billi Mucklow.Loved-up pair Carroll and Teasdale headed for a quick trip to Magaluf over the weekend.Lou, 42, shared a series of snaps from the beach getaway to her Instagram account.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLShe captioned her post: “One day magaluf loliday x”.Lou’s post included a picture of the couple beaming as they posed for a picture in the sea.The pair also grinned for a selfie with bright sunshine in the background.Lou also posed for a solo snap in her bikini.Most read in FootballCarroll and Teasdale enjoyed themselves in the Bordeaux sunshine last week.They posed for pictures on an inflatable in a swimming pool in the South of France.Andy Carroll and Lou Teasdale can’t keep their hands off each other on first holiday as they confirm romance A friend of the loved-up couple recently told The Sun: “Andy is very close to proposing to Lou. They are madly in love.“She is spending as much time as she can with him in France and Andy has never been happier.“Lou is exactly what he needs because she is a calming influence on him and it’s noticeable the change she’s had on him to everyone around them.”Carroll commented “wifey” on one of Lou’s recent Instagram posts.The Geordie, who left English football in 2023, has three children with Billi, as well as a further two from another relationship.Carroll has been in fine form for Bordeaux this term, scoring 10 goals in 17 league appearances for the fallen French giants.Carroll and Lou pose on an inflatable last weekCredit: InstagramThe loved-up pair kiss for a pictureCredit: Instagram More

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      Ex-Liverpool star Thiago’s wife steals show as she goes braless in revealing dress at Laureus Awards

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      EX-LIVERPOOL star Thiago Alcantara and his wife Julia Vigas stole the show at the Laureus Awards.The sport award ceremony took place in Madrid and there were some familiar winners on show.Thiago Alcantara and his wife Julia Vigas stunned on the red carpetCredit: GettyThe couple attended the Laureus AwardsCredit: GettyFans heaped praise on the glamorous pairCredit: GettyJulia dazzled in a long black dressCredit: GettyHigh jumper Mondo Duplantis and Simone Biles scooped the top prizes of Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year.While Lamine Yamal was named the breakthrough star and Team GB’s Tom Pidcock won Action Sportsperson of the Year after claiming gold in the Mountain Bike at the Paris Olympics.Rafael Nadal was named Laureus Sporting Icon and there were several stars in the audience to see his victory speech.Former Liverpool star Thiago watched on alongside his wife Julia, who stunned on the red carpet.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Spaniard wore a long black dress with silver heels and walked hand in hand with her husband.Fans loved the look and heaped praise on Julia.One reacted saying: “Pure class 😍👌🏻”Another added: “How beautiful.”Most read in FootballA third wrote: “Glam and beautiful.”And another commented: “Stunning Couple!!”Ex-Liverpool star Thiago’s wife steals show as she goes braless in revealing dress at Laureus Awards More