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      ‘What did you say Wayne?’ – Rooney forced to defend himself to Gabby Logan live on Amazon Prime Video

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      WAYNE ROONEY was forced to defend himself on live TV after being caught whispering behind Gabby Logan’s back.The presenter hilariously asked Wazza to speak up after the Manchester United legend was caught gloating about his outfit.Wayne Rooney was forced to defend himself after being caught whispering behind Gabby Logan’s backRooney and Logan were joined by Daniel Sturridge, Clarence Seedorf and Ashley Young for Amazon Prime’s coverage of the Champions LeagueCredit: X @primevideosportParis Saint-Germain survived a brave second-half comeback from Aston Villa to edge through to the semi-finalsCredit: RexRooney and Logan were joined by Daniel Sturridge, Clarence Seedorf and Ashley Young for Amazon Prime’s coverage of the Champions League on Tuesday night.The panel were covering Aston Villa’s 5-4 aggregate defeat to Paris Saint-Germain at Villa Park.But the first topic of conversation before kick-off was the unpredictable evening spring weather.Logan was talking about the sunshine and the great atmosphere around the Premier League stadium – which rarely hosts such momentous European nights. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut while the new Match of the Day presenter was speaking to the camera, Rooney turned to the three lads and appeared to mutter a few jokes.Sturridge, Seedorf and his former team-mate Young all burst out in laughter, before Logan curiously turned back towards them.Logan quizzed: “What did you say Wayne?”Rooney, wearing a lighter jacket than his fellow pundits, replied: “I just said ‘I knew I was dressed right for the occasion’.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSLogan joked: “We were giving Wayne a bit of stick because he seemed to be dressed for a different climate. But it turns out he got it right.”With the score 3-1 going into the second leg, Villa’s chances were slim.Heartwarming moment Matty Cash’s reporter sister tells him she loves him after Aston Villa’s PSG defeatBut Unai Emery’s side put up a valiant effort after coming back from 2-0 down to win 3-2 on the night.Unfortunately, it was not enough as they bravely crashed out 5-4 on aggregate to the Kings of France.Just like last week, left-back Matty Cash was interviewed by his sister Hannah after the match, who is a reporter for CBS Sports.Meanwhile, Rooney took up his new mid-week punditry role within weeks of being sacked by Championship club Plymouth Argyle. He has since been linked with a shock return to the dugout with Blackburn, as pressure mounts on current boss Valerien Ismael.Wayne Rooney is a candidate for the Blackburn job More

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      Injury woes mount for Manchester City’s women’s side as club confirm ACL rupture for Australia forward Mary Fowler

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      MANCHESTER CITY have suffered another injury blow with the club confirming Mary Fowler has ruptured her anterior cruciate ligament. The Cityzens ace suffered a knee ligament tear on April 13 during her side’s 2-0 Women’s FA Cup semi-final loss to Man United. Manchester City ace Mary Fowler suffered a knee ligament tear in the first half of her team’s FA Cup last four clash with Man UnitedCredit: AlamyThe City forward went off injured in the 25th minute after rupturing her ligament whilst attempting to stretch for the ballCredit: PAVivianne Miedema is also among the Man City players currently sidelined with the forward out due to a hamstring issueCredit: GettyThe Australia forward is now one of eleven first-team regulars currently crocked before her side’s last four Women’s Super League games this season. Fowler is also the second Cityzens ace to be sidelined by an ACL injury within the past nine months with Japan and City defender Risa Shimizu rupturing her knee ligament last JulyThe WSL giants, who are fourth and seven points off Man United, are chasing a top three finish needed for Champions League qualification.They due to play Everton, Leicester, the Red Devils and Crystal Palace in their final four games this termRead More Football StoriesAnd their squad has been left thin after being decimated by injury blows over the course of this season. Vivianne Miedema and striker Khadija Shaw are both sidelined with hamstring concerns. Last week interim City boss Nick Cushing revealed Miedema is expected to be out for the rest of this term. Rebecca Knaak is also out of action with the defender damaging her hamstring whilst on Nations League duty with Germany in February. Most read in FootballAnd Laura Blindkilde Brown is currently crocked with the midfielder spotted on crutches at the Etihad on March 23 during City’s 2-1 loss to Chelsea in the league. Alex Greenwood is currently working her way back to fitness following a medial collateral knee rupture.The England defender sustained her injury during City’s defeat of St Polten in the Champions League However the City skipper and Hemp are back training on grass with Hemp continuing her recovery following an operation on her knee in December last year. Midfielder Jill Roord missed City’s FA Cup semis loss to United due to an unspecified injury. Interim boss Nick Cushing hopes says a review of Man City’s injury situation is neededCredit: AlamyMeanwhile goalkeeper Ayaka Yamashita and winger Aoba Fujino are also currently sidelined.City’s injury woes meant Cushing had only six substitutes on the bench during his sides’s FA Cup semis duel with neighbours United. The interim Cityzens gaffer, who took charge of the team in March after the sacking of Gareth Taylor, is keen for a review of the situation and his side’s season as a whole.   More

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      ‘Out of this world’ – Ring girl Sydney Thomas stuns fans with incredible figure in busty bikini at Coachella festival

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      RING girl Sydney Thomas stunned fans as she displayed her incredible figure in a busty bikini at the Coachella music festival.The blonde bombshell joined hundreds of thousands of other revellers for the latest edition of the party in the Colorado Desert.Sydney Thomas stunned fans with her incredible figure at CoachellaCredit: InstagramThe ring girl put on a busty display in CaliforniaCredit: InstagramSydney made her name at Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul in NovemberCredit: Instagram / @iamsydneythomasStars including Lady Gaga, Post Malone and Green Day headlines the extravaganza.And as always, Coachella attracted the cream of the crop of social media influencers.But leading the way was ring girl Sydney, who put on an incredible display.The boxing icon soared to fame during Jake Paul and Mike Tyson’s fight in November.READ MORE ON SYDNEY THOMASAnd Sydney showed her glam side by posing for several photos while enjoying the sights and sounds of Coachella.She amazed supporters in a busty bikini outfit while taking in the rays of the powerful Californian sun.Sydney then posed for several snaps at dusk, posing with the famous ferris wheel in the background.Fans were left over the moon with her latest efforts.Most read in BoxingGymnast Olivia Dunne said: “So gorg.”Another fan declared: “Looking so beautiful.”Sydney Thomas stuns in daring ring girl outfit and is branded ‘so perfect’ by awestruck fans One noted: “Perfect girl.”Another added: “Oh my lord.”Sydney had a grand time out in the desertCredit: InstagramShe took in the sights and sounds of the festivalCredit: InstagramSydney sent fans wild with her postCredit: Instagram More

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      Mike Tyson, 58, ‘fighting his accountant’ as he gives update on net worth months after earning £15m for Jake Paul bout

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      MIKE TYSON claims his next bout will be against his accountant rather than in the boxing ring.The 58-year-old legend put his gloves back on in November as he was defeated by Jake Paul, who is 30 years his junior.Mike Tyson says the only person he is fighting is his accountantCredit: GettyThe former world champion took home £15m from his fight against Jake PaulCredit: ReutersFans slammed the highly-anticipated dust-up as the influencer-turned-boxer beat his elderly opponent with ease.Despite criticism, Iron Mike pocketed a whopping £15million by coming out of retirement for it.Asked by Men’s Health if he would consider getting back in the ring again, he replied: “The only person I’m fighting now is my accountant.”Other than that, I’m just living life and I’m doing good right now.”READ MORE IN BOXINGHis remarks come after he splurged a large chunk of his earnings from the Paul clash on a luxury new mansion.Tyson and his wife Lakiha have purchased a lakefront mansion in Delray Beach, Florida for £11m.The stunning 12,000-square-foot pad has six bedrooms and nine bathrooms.His home comes with a swimming pool, spa, pond with a waterfall, gym, four-car garage and private lake on the 2.7-acre plot.Most read in BoxingBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKTyson is expected to put his feet up and spend his time enjoying the plush property as son Amir reckons the former heavyweight is ending his career for good this time.He said: “I think he’s done. My stepmom, she’s saying he’s done and they’re a team. That’s husband and wife stuff.”Mike Tyson doesn’t hesitate when revealing heavyweight who would have beaten him More

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      Kompany’s ‘newly single’ Bayern assistant looking for love with ‘woman named Nathalie’ as he posts brilliant public plea

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      VINCENT KOMPANY’S right-hand man revealed he is looking for love – but there is one crucial requirement.Rodyse Munienge is a close friend of the Bayern Munich manager and has followed him throughout his career.Rodyse Munienge is looking for loveCredit: GettyMunienge is Vincent Kompany’s right-hand manCredit: GettyHe now works as team coordinator at Bayern and is looking for love.However, it comes with a catch, as Munienge joked his partner would have to be called Nathalie, as he has the name tattooed.The Belgian tweeted: “Newly single man, 40 years old, looking for a woman named Nathalie. So I don’t have to redo my tattoo.”It is not clear if his ‘Nathalie’ tattoo was inspired by an ex-partner.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMunienge is a colourful character and he has fulfilled a number of roles alongside Kompany.At Bayern he is always on the training ground and often operates a drone to film players’ positioning and running patterns.He has previously acted as a CHAUFFER for Kompany, with his first job being his personal assistant while the former defender played for Hamburg.Kompany’s father, Pierre, once said of the relationship: “He does everything possible for Vincent, and has done so for years.Most read in BundesligaBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS”Rodyse is his bodyguard, his driver, his jack-of-all-trades.”Munienge was part of Kompany’s backroom staff at Anderlecht and Burnley and is known for his humorous posts.Harry Kane leaves fans stunned by his German and fans are convinced it is a major hint over transfer future At Christmas he wrote on Instagram: “Can you please stop asking Santa for the perfect man? I was almost kidnapped three times.” More

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      ‘It’s petrifying’ – Glam F1 hopeful Bianca Bustamente, 20, lifts lid on ‘scary’ fight to thrive in male-dominated sport

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      MOTORSPORT’S most glamorous driver has opened up on the “scary” nature of her incredible dual career.Bianca Bustamante is hoping to become one of the biggest names in racing alongside Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen.McLaren development driver Bianca Bustamante has three-million social media followers combinedCredit: Instagram @racerbiaBustamante has made history by becoming McLaren’s first female driverCredit: Instagram @racerbiaBustamante earned two podium finishes in the debut F1 Academy seasonCredit: GettyHer first podium coincided with Lando Norris’ maiden race win in DecemberCredit: GettyThe 20-year-old beauty will start a mixed sex race at the GB3 Championship at Silverstone next weekendCredit: McLarenBustamante splits her time between racing podiums for McLaren in an all-female category AND professional modelling.And the 20-year-old beauty will start a mixed sex race at the GB3 Championship at Silverstone next weekend.The race is a feeder event for young drivers hoping to progress to elite motorsport and even Formula One.Bustamante was the first woman to be accepted into the prestigious McLaren Driver Development Programme in 2024.READ MORE MOTORSPORTBut it hasn’t come easy for the Filipino driver, who is the poster girl of Netflix’s new docuseries F1 Academy alongside 14 other female drivers.The self-starter – who was on the cover of Vogue – has been able to fund her passion for F1 and buy her dream London flat through brand deals.As well as modelling for Storm Management, Bustamante has more than three million followers on Instagram.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSShe told Mail Sport: “It’s petrifying to be an open book for everyone on social media.Most read in Motorsport”I have used it as a platform to fund my career and to help me progress on the motorsport ladder.McLaren F1 racer Bianca Bustamante reveals how she gets in shape for her races – and why she almost quit”I grew up in front of three million people across all my social media platforms and I find it very scary sometimes.”It can be worrying to lose myself along the way. Lose my sights and morals and who I really am.”Bustamante was born and raised in the Philippines, a country with no recognisable history or heritage of motorsport. She was introduced to her first go-kart at age three by her racing-mad dad Raymund and it was love at first sight. On Monday, she was named by Forbes as one of the 30-under-30 record-breaking athletes for her achievements in F1.While F1 is predominantly a male-dominated sport, there have been a few female drivers who have entered Grand Prix races.The Filipino driver lifts heavy weights as part of a gruelling training regimeCredit: Instagram @racerbiaShe has starred in Vogue PhilippinesShe was named by Forbes as one of the 30-under-30 record-breaking athletes for her achievements in F1Credit: CBR MediaShe boasts three million followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @racerbiaMaria Teresa de Filippis was the first, followed by Lella Lombardi, Divina Galica, Desire Wilson and Giovanna Amati.But De Filippis and Lombardi are the only women to have started an F1 race, with the latter the only one to score points in her 12 starts.I find it very scary sometimes.BustamanteThe MailBustamante told The Mail: “This new step up still feels so new to me.”I get in the car and I still feel like I know nothing. I feel like a rookie every single time, which I am I guess.”That step from junior driver to being professional now as we go into the GB3 season… people talk to me like I’m no longer a kid, I’m an adult.”Working with the new team is amazing. It’s my first time working with a British team.”I’ve got teammates that are like brothers to me now.”Lella Lombardi is the only female driver to score points in F1Credit: Getty Images – GettyA picture of Lando Norris and Bustamante grinning ear to ear at the Miami Grand Prix in May summarises the family feel at McLaren. She sealed her first-ever F1 Academy podium on the same weekend that Norris secured his maiden race win,Read More on The SunBefore McLaren announced her signing, she became only the second ever driver to compete in the newly launched all-female F1 Academy series with Prema Racing.She made the podium, finishing third in her first race and seventh in the final championship standings. More

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      Ex-Man Utd star Bastian Schweinsteiger ‘splits from tennis ace wife Ana Ivanovic with couple now living apart’

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      ONE of sport’s biggest power couples appears to have called full-time on their relationship.According to reports in Germany, World Cup winner Bastian Schweinsteiger and former tennis world No.1 Ana Ivanovic have split after nine years of marriage.Bastian Schweinsteiger and Ana Ivanovic have reportedly splitCredit: EPAThe sporting superstars have been married for nine yearsCredit: Instagram @anaivanovicSchweinsteiger and Ivanovic are believed to have split two months agoCredit: Getty – ContributorEx-Manchester United midfielder Schweinsteiger, 40, and wife Ivanovic, 37, ended their relationship two months ago according to German outlet Bunte.The couple, who have three sons together, are reportedly living separately after the break up.Schweinsteiger is said to be travelling for work, but is regularly based out of Munich – where he spent most of his playing career as a Bayern Munich star.While Ivanovic is living almost 1,000 MILES away in her hometown of Belgrade, Serbia alongside the couple’s children Luka, Leon and Theo.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIvanovic, who won the French Open in 2008, is thought to be living in an apartment near the homes of her parents and brother.Reports from Bild claim that the couple’s relationship began to strain after a lack of time together. The sporting superstars first met back in 2014, with Schweinsteiger dropping the knee in London just a matter of months after their first encounter.They later married in Venice in July of 2016, just five months before Ivanovic hung up her racquet and retired from tennis.Most read in FootballSchweinsteiger and Ivanovic met back in 2014Credit: Instagram @anaivanovicIvanovic is reportedly living in her home country of Serbia near her parentsCredit: GettyThe tennis star is a French Open championCredit: EPACASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSIvanovic had an impressive career that saw her win 15 career titles and pocket over £11.6MILLION in prize money.While she reached the Wimbledon semi-finals in 2007, the Australian Open final in 2008 and won the French Open that same year against Dinara Safina.Moment former Man Utd star Bastian Schweinsteiger suffers awkward coffee cup punditry blunder live on TV at Euro 2024 Schweinsteiger spent 18 years as a professional footballer, spending most of his career with Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich.The defensive midfielder made 500 appearances for the Bavarians, making him their 11th top appearance maker in history.While he won eight league titles, seven German Cups and one Champions League with the club.He later switched the Allianz Arena for Old Trafford in a move to join Man Utd in 2015.He stayed with The Red Devils for two seasons, making 35 appearances and helping United win the League Cup, FA Cup and Europa League.He later left the Premier League to join MLS side Chicago Fire in 2017, spending three seasons in the US before retiring in 2019.On the international stage, Schweinsteiger earned 121 caps for the German national side and was part of their 2014 World Cup winning squad.Schweinsteiger proposed to Ivanovic just a few months after the pair metCredit: Getty Images – GettyThey have three sons togetherCredit: AFPSchweinsteiger had a brief spell at Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyHe spent most of his career at Bayern MunichCredit: Getty – ContributorThe midfielder won the World Cup with Germany in 2014Credit: Getty More

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      Leny Yoro breaks silence with cryptic message after Thierry Henry criticism in now-deleted Sky Sports video

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      LENY YORO has broken his silence after coming in for criticism from Thierry Henry during a controversial segment of analysis on Monday Night Football.Yoro was in Henry’s firing line during the Sky Sports analysis as the Arsenal legend called him out for instinctively looking to the linesman after Harvey Barnes’ second goal in Newcastle’s 4-1 thrashing of United on Sunday. Leny Yoro has broken his silence after Thierry Henry’s criticism of his reaction to a goal during Man Utd’s 4-1 defeat on SundayCredit: GettySky Sports have deleted a clip of Henry impersonating Leny Yoro’s reaction to Newcastle’s third goalCredit: @SkySportsPL/XHarvey Barnes scores his second goal, and Newcastle’s third, during the 4-1 thrashingCredit: GettyHenry claimed he’d “never seen that before”, and impersonated the teenager’s glance to the official live in the Sky Sports studio.A video of the analysis shared on Sky Sports Premier League’s official X account led to widespread criticism of Henry for “nonsense” and “pathetic” analysis.The video has since been removed by Sky Sports.And now Man Utd centre-back Yoro has posted on social media himself for the first time since the controversy. READ MORE ON MAN UTDThe French teenager took to Instagram to post a photo of himself looking dejected after the defeat to Newcastle alongside a bible passage.It read: “Do not be anxious about anything, but always ask God for what you need. And when you pray, ask for it with thanksgiving. Philippians 4:6.”Man Utd fans leapt to the defence of their £52million summer signing, accusing Henry of “bullying” the 19-year-old.One wrote: “Dragging a youngster and being performative just because he’s got the taste for being a viral meme now. Pathetic stuff.”Most read in FootballYoro shared a bible passage on his Instagram storyCredit: instagram @lenyyoro
      Join SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordWhile another added: “I like Henry but this is nonsense. Frozen a clip just to make a cheap joke on a young centre half. If Yoro plays for Fulham or Palace they wouldn’t dream of using this ‘analysis’.”And a third had commented: “Thierry Henry’s criticism of Leny Yoro is completely unwarranted. He’s a teenager learning his craft. This kind of ‘analysis’ is just lazy and unhelpful.”‘Can’t say anything’ – Thierry Henry leaves Kate Abdo in stitches as Micah Richards butchers pronunciation of legendHenry had taken issue with Yoro’s reaction to the goal during his analysis, saying: “Look at Yoro and what he is asking for. I don’t know why… I don’t know what he is looking at.”You’re looking at the linesman trying to see if he is going to bail you out… on what I don’t know. I don’t know if he thought there was an offside, I don’t know if he thought that someone – I – we – I don’t know.”We all know it’s a goal. What are you looking at? I actually don’t know. I’ve never seen that before. We all know it’s a goal.”Despite the original video being deleted, a still image of Henry replicating Yoro’s glance still remains up on the Sky Sports Premier League X page, alongside the caption: “When you hear someone open a packet of crisps”.A post using a grab of the video is still up on the Sky Sports Premier League X accountCredit: @SkySportsPL/X More