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      Man Utd vs Man City: Get £50 in free bets, plus 40/1 Bet Builder tips with Betfred

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      UNITED and City renew hostilities in Sunday’s Manchester derby at Old Trafford.So our team of betting experts have selected a Bet Builder for the top-flight encounter, which Betfred have priced up at 40/1.Not just that! New Betfred customers who register an account with Betfred and stake a tenner on football will receive £50 in sports free bets!Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereHow to claim..Betfred welcome offerVisit the Betfred website HERE*Register an account using the Promo Code: BETFRED50Deposit £10 using a Debit CardPlace your first bet of £10 or more on any qualifying Sportsbook markets, at odds of Evens or greaterOnce that bet has settled, Betfred will credit your account with £50 in Free BetsBetfred: Get your £50 in free bets – Claim here*Man Utd vs Man City tipsOur Bet Builder selections: Both teams to score and draw, Bruno Fernandes to score & Matheus Nunes to be carded. ADD TO YOUR BET SLIP HERE!Back our 40/1 Bet BuilderHere’s why we’ve made those selections..Both teams to score and draw: Not been much to split the teams in recent meetings. In fact, United have won the last two league games and won FA Cup final after drawing the game at 90 minutes. United played well at Forest in midweek despite defeat and City also lacked a bit of needle in attack when only scoring two by Leicester. Likely not much between them in the game.Bruno Fernandes to score: Has scored five goals in last four United games and is by far and away their best player. Will take every set piece, including penalties, and picking up those positions in behind City’s midfield could be crucial here. Has scored four goals in 14 career appearances against City.Matheus Nunes carded: Could be in for a tough afternoon if up against pace and trickery of Alejandro Garnacho in his stand-in right-back position. Has been booked in both of City’s last two games away from the Etihad and must be amongst the shortest prices to add to that here. Has committed 26 fouls in 20 appearances – some of which wouldn’t have been starting spots.Back our 40/1 Bet BuilderRemember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressedGamcare – gamcare.org.ukGambleAware – GambleAware.orgRead our guide on responsible gambling practices.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to gamstop.co.uk to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites.*Betfred. New customers only. Register (excl 05/04/25), deposit with Debit Card, and place first bet £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports within 7 days to get 3 x £10 in Sports Free Bets & 2 x £10 in Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility exclusions & T&Cs Apply. Eligibility & payment exclusions apply. Full T&Cs apply. More

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      VAR was never going to overturn Everton’s controversial pen against Arsenal, says ex-Premier League ref as Arteta rages

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      FORMER Premier League referee Mark Halsey insists VAR was never going to overturn Everton’s controversial penalty against Arsenal.Mikel Arteta was left fuming as his Gunners side lost more ground in the title race with a 1-1 draw at Goodison Park.VAR was never going to overturn Everton’s controversial penalty against ArsenalCredit: GettyMark Halsey has revealed why the spot-kick stood, ultimately denying Arsenal victoryCredit: AFPMikel Arteta had plenty to say on the incidentCredit: EPALeandro Trossard gave the visitors the lead on Merseyside before half-time.But minutes into the second 45, Iliman Ndiaye fired Everton back on level terms from the penalty spot.Myles Lewis-Skelly was penalised for a foul on Jack Harrison, despite replays suggesting it was a 50/50 AND may not have even taken place in the box.But speaking exclusively to SunSport, former Premier League ref Halsey revealed why there was no chance the decision was ever going to be overturned.READ MORE IN football He said: “Darren England awarded a second-half penalty when Arsenal’s Myles Lewis-Skelly was adjudged to have fouled Jack Harrison in the Gunners’ 1-1 draw at Everton.“They were both tussling for the ball and it was difficult to see who was fouling who – or if there was any foul at all – with contact also beginning well outside the penalty area.“Not one Everton player appealed for a penalty – Harrison got straight back up to play the ball – but VAR Stuart Attwell was never going to recommend a review as it was not a clear and obvious error.“It was one of those subjective calls where if it goes against you, you certainly feel hard done by. And had it not been given it would certainly have stayed not given.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSArsenal boss Mikel Arteta was certainly left raging after handing Liverpool the chance to move 14 points clear.He said: “I’ve seen it 15 times. There’s no way, in my opinion, that’s a penalty.Fulham star Calvin Bassey shows Arsenal fans his bum at worst time possible “There’s no question that apart from that they had nothing but, obviously, that changes completely the momentum and the result.”I think we deserve more, but that’s what we got at the end. We had two big chances to win the game, we didn’t convert them, so we have to accept the point.” More

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      Filip Hrgovic outclasses Joe Joyce in unanimous decision win to leave Brit on brink of retirement

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      JOE JOYCE is finished as a top-tier heavyweight after another punishing defeat to Filip Hrgovic.The 39-year-old Putney man is too tough and decent and brave to keep taking these beatings.Joe Joyce took a pummelling as he was well beaten by Filip HrgovicCredit: GettyThe ace’s time as a top-tier heavyweight is overCredit: GettyHrgovic won on points in a one-sided clashCredit: ReutersJoyce could not keep up with the Croatian’s paceCredit: ReutersAnd he is showing signs of decline which people around him must now address before it is too late.The judges called it: 97-93, 96-95 and 98-92, confirming the fourth loss in five bouts for Joyce, who needs firm but fair advice.Joyce was slow and hittable from the opening Manchester bell, getting tagged from the off.Hrgovic, 32, couldn’t miss with almost every punch he threw but it was the Croatian bookies’ favourite who was cut over his left eye.READ MORE IN BOXINGJoyce’s punch-eating hobby was evident again in the second, when Hrgovic was free to ping his braided skull.But Hrgovic  – whose only previous loss came on cuts against Daniel Dubois – was leaking blood again at an alarming rate.Slow Joe woke up in round three and showed some of his 2016 Olympic silver pedigree.But Hrgovic’s hands were too fast and accurate for our Brit in the fourth.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSAfter hopes of early KO faded, a quick exit became the second-best outcome but the 10-round fight trudged into the second half.Hrgovic looked deflated and defeated by the start of round eight, after hitting Joyce with his best shots and not making a dent.Boxer flips table as Joe Joyce vs Filip Hrgovic press conference descends into chaos Joyce was battered at the end of round eight but his freakishly tough skull helped him survive again.And the West Londoner was peppered again in the ninth, after his woeful coach insisted he “stop overthinking things”.And the Englishman was smacked and slapped again in the final session, when it had already become hard to watch and only the visitor celebrated at the final bell.After the fight, even Joyce’s own promoter Frank Warren urged him to “have a serious think about his future”.The Queensbury chief said: “Joe has got to go and have a serious think about the future.”He’ll sit down and have a think and we’ll plan for the future whatever he decides.”But when asked about retirement, Joyce joked: “Are you not entertained? It was a good fight and it was tough.”He’s a great fighter, he’s been doing it a long time.”Meanwhile Hrgovic had his sights set on a rematch with IBF champ Daniel Dubois.Read More on The SunThe Croat said: “This guy beat Dubois and I beat him so I want a rematch with Daniel Dubois.”I did really bad in my last fight but congrats to him and he did a great job in his last fight. Of course I want to rematch him one day.” More

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      F1 Japanese Grand Prix LIVE RESULTS: Max Verstappen on POLE for huge race ahead of Lando Norris – updates

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      FORMULA ONE travels to Japan in the third race of the 2025 season. Lando Norris currently leads the World Drivers’ Championship after two races, after winning in Australia and getting second in China. Lewis Hamilton will be looking for a boost in Japan, as he currently sits ninth in the Drivers’ Championship after two races. Max Verstappen will also be looking to improve on two second place finishes, as he aims to chase down Lando Norris at the top of the WDC.Start time: 6am BSTTV channel: Sky Sports F1BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow our live blog below…Bear the fruitsOllie Bearman has revealed the stunning tactic he used to score a surprise top-ten qualifying result at the Formula One Japanese Grand Prix.The Haas rookie, 19, made a shock Q3 appearance after only running at best 15th fastest across the three practice sessions.But the Brit, racing at the circuit for the first time in his F1 career, turned his form around on Saturday to place P10 – his team’s best qualifying result at Suzuka since 2019.Speaking about his lap, Bearman revealed how using a tactic from “iRacing”, online motorsport races played through video games, had helped him gain vital time at the end of his lap.He said: “I had a snap in the chicane. I was taking more and more kerb every single lap, and the last lap was a little bit too much.“Every time I was doing it, I was gaining more and lap time, so I thought, why not take a little more?“I was going as tight as I could to the wall. I don’t know why not everyone is doing that.”Credit: RexCopy linkCopiedHow we start today1 Max Verstappen, Red Bull2 Lando Norris, McLaren3 Oscar Piastri, McLaren4 Charles Leclerc, Ferrari5 George Russell, Mercedes6 Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes7 Isack Hadjar, Racing Bulls8 Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari9 Alex Albon, Williams10 Oliver Bearman, HaasCopy linkCopiedRest of the gridCharles Leclerc will start from fourth, and Mercedes pair George Russell and Kimi Antonelli fifth and sixth.Brit Lewis Hamilton trailed Isack Hadjar in eighth after qualifying and rising star Oliver Bearman pushed his Haas car to the limit with a 10th placed finish.After a controversial week at Red Bull, Liam Lawson managed to advance to Q2 for the first time this season and even finished one place ahead of replacement Yuki Tsunoda.Copy linkCopiedMore on the qualifying controversyWilliams chief James Vowles hit out at the FIA to fix the issues ahead of qualifying – after attempts to water and trim it on Friday proved ineffective.Vowles said: “I think it’s hampered all of us really.“It’s just when you get into the flow, you need a couple of laps on the softs to get it right. And we just didn’t get that nor did anyone else for that matter.”So definitely, we spoke to the FIA at the end of that one [FP3],” he added. “No one wants these, and it’s the same for everyone. That’s the best way I can put it.“So it’s down to us to make sure that we don’t get caught out by it.”Copy linkCopiedQualifying chaosQualifying for the Japan Grand Prix was clouded by smoke from trackside fires causing red flag chaos throughout the session.Suzuka Circuit looked more like a wildfire than a race track as grass fires broke out throughout qualification and practice.Saturday morning’s practice was hit by two red flag delays from the wildfires, while the qualifying itself saw another two fires cause chaos.Sparks flying from the cars were blowing in the air and landing on dry grass and causing it to set alight.Copy linkCopiedWelcome to the Japanese Grand PrixHello and welcome to SunSport’s coverage of the Japanese Grand Prix!Max Verstappen put together a blistering final lap out of nowhere to take pole for Sunday’s race for the fourth time in a row – setting a new track lap record of 1.26.983.While McLaren’s Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri were right behind in second and third.Verstappen said: “Yeah, I am [surprised]. Each session we kept making little improvements. Then the last lap was just flat out.”In a Formula 1 car around here is insane. This is a proper highlight for us to be back on pole here.”Meanwhile Charles Leclerc was behind in fourth, and Mercedes pair George Russell and Kimi Antonelli took fifth and sixth.Brit Lewis Hamilton trailed Isack Hadjar in eighth and rising star Oliver Bearman pushed his Haas car to the limit with a 10th placed finish.Copy linkCopied More

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      Joe Joyce vs Filip Hrgovic LIVE RESULTS: Juggernaut in BLOODY clash as career HANGS IN BALANCE after yet another defeat

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      JOE JOYCE is now facing HUGE questions over his future after a crushing defeat to Filip Hrgovic in Manchester.The Juggernaut, 39, suffered a fourth loss in his last five fights with Hrgovic taking a unanimous decision.Late replacement Hrgovic looked good as he tries to get back into world title contention – but Joyce will now hear calls to retire given his age and recent record.On a stacked bill at the Co-Op Arena, David Adeleye won the British heavyweight title after a hugely controversial win over Jeamie TKV – with the ref seemingly grabbing TKV’s hand before Adeleye got the finish.BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow ALL the action from the Co-Op Live Arena with our live blog below…Joyce not talking retirementJoe Joyce batted away the questions whether he will now call it a day after suffering his fourth loss in his last five fights.Asked if he would retire, Joyce said: “Are you not entertained? It was a good fight and it was tough.“He’s a great fighter, he’s been doing it a long time.”Credit: PACopy linkCopiedHow the fight endedHrgovic looked deflated And defeated by the start of round eight, after hitting Joyce with his best shots and not making a dent.Joyce was battered at the end of round eight but his freakishly tough skull helped him survive again.And the West Londoner was peppered again in the ninth, after his woeful coach insisted he “stop overthinking things”.The Englishman was smacked and slapped again in the final session, when it had already become hard to watch and only the visitor celebrated at the final bell.Copy linkCopiedRingside reportJoe Joyce is finished as a top-tier heavyweight after another punishing defeat to Filip Hrgovic, writes Wally Downes Jr.The 39-year-old Putney man is too tough and decent and brave to keep taking these beatings and is showing signs of decline which people around him must now address before it is too late.The judges called it: 97-93, 96-95 and 98-92, confirming the fourth loss in five bouts for Joyce, who needs firm but fair advice.Joyce was slow and hittable from the opening Manchester bell, getting tagged from the off.Hrgovic, 32, couldn’t miss with almost every punch he threw but it was the Croatian bookies’ favourite who was cut over his left eye.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedJoyce refuses to retireAsked if he will call it a day, Joyce says with a grin: “Are you not entertained? It was a good fight and it was tough. “He’s a great fighter, he’s been doing it a long time.”Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedHrgovic wants Dubois rematchHe roars: “This guy beat Dubois and i beat him so I want a rematch with Daniel Dubois. “I did really bad in my last fight but congrats to him and he did a great job in his last fight. Of course I want to rematch him one day.” Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedHrgovic wins!He says: “Thanks to Joe for this opportunity he took the fight on Short notice and thanks to him.”Thanks to my team, Abel Sanchez, Keith Connolly to Queensberry Promotions to DAZN.”I’m really happy to be back and looking forward to big fights in the future.” Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedJoyce vs HrgovicJudges score the bout 97-93, 96-95 and 98-92 to your winner by unanimous decision… Filip Hrgovic!His accurate right hands were enough to see him take the decision over ten tough rounds. Copy linkCopiedJoyce vs Hrgovic – R10 Crisp counter left hook lands for Hrgovic as he backs into the ropes – Joyce walked into that one. Hrgovic lands with two as Joyce lands the one – tired work but they’re giving it all they’ve got. The two trade blow for blow for the final 30 seconds – leaving it all in the ring to mark 10 punishing rounds as we go to the judges scorecards. Credit: PACopy linkCopiedJoyce vs Hrgovic – R9Clubbing left body shot sinks into Hrgovic’s midriff. Hrgovic lets his hands go and has Joyce retreating backwards and he follows it up with another load of heavy shots. Another huge right rocks Joyce and his knees buckle – but the brave Brit rides it out and makes it to the corner. Tenth and final round coming up.Credit: PACopy linkCopiedJoyce vs Hrgovic – R8 Joyce plugging away coming forward, but Hrgovic is still landing right hands and fast combinations. The left hook has been Joyce’s big weapon the last few rounds and he lands it a couple of times as Hrgovic retreats. Fitness does seem to favour Joyce for the moment but Hrgovic ends the round with a big left hook.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedJoyce vs Hrgovic – R7 Lovely jabs from Joyce to the body, looks to be slowing Hrgovic down. Left hook shakes Joyce but he recovers well after looking unsteady on his legs. Hrgovic by far the more accurate puncher of the two – ending the round with a string of sharp right hands. Boxing – Joe Joyce v Filip Hrgovic – Co-Op Live Arena, Manchester, Britain – April 5, 2025 Filip Hrgovic in action during his fight against Joe Joyce Action Images via Reuters/Ed SykesCredit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedJoyce vs Hrgovic – R6 Slugfest with the two trading blow for blow. Hrgovic really accurate with the right hand but he’s taking his foot off the gas as he tires. Joyce has consistently walked forward but he’s shipping punishment doing so. Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedJoyce vs Hrgovic – R5 Right hand from Hrgovic rocks Joyce’s head back but the Croatian is forced back onto the ropes. Two chopping right hands stop Joyce in his tracks after a period of being on the front foot.Hrgovic forced back to the ropes again as Joyce pins him back with the right hand. Credit: PACopy linkCopiedJoyce vs Hrgovic – R4 Hrgovic scores with a couple of right hands but Joyce responds by coming forward. Two massive left hooks rocket off Joyce’s chin – huge shot by Hrgovic. Joyce pins Hrgovic in the corner to end the round and they swing it out – it’s carnage! Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedJoyce vs Hrgovic – R3 Joyce comes forward, clubbing right hands into Hrgovic’s guard. But Hrgovic fires back with a right of his own although he’s looking the more tired of the pair. Right hand followed by a left hook to the body for Hrgovic – now Joyce comes forward swinging but nothing finding the target. Massive right over the top wobbles Hrgovic and the two swing it out in the corner. Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedJoyce vs Hrgovic – R2 Hrgovic chases Joyce down the ring landing right hands – but it spurs Joyce to fire back.Blood seeps down the face of Hrgovic, who is trading right hands in the centre with Joyce – not the most textbook of boxing. Lazy looking right hook misses by a mile from Hrgovic – scrappy stuff but entertaining nonetheless. Credit: PACopy linkCopiedJoyce vs Hrgovic – R1 Hrgovic finds home with some right hands over the top. But a clash of heads leaves the Croatian cut above the left eye, early drama! Joyce on the back foot from the start and he’s taken some big right hands already – fast start from Hrgovic. Copy linkCopiedHere comes the Juggernaut! Joyce comes out in his trademark juggernaut hat! He MUST win tonight – or it could be his final fight. All the play for in Manchester. Copy linkCopiedActually, not quite Firstly, Fabio Wardley is facing off with Jarrell Miller ahead of their June 7 WBA ‘interim’ heavyweight title fight. It marks a dream bout for Ipswich super-fan Wardley – staged at Portman Road. Miller deservedly gets booed by the British fans – amid his scandalous past of failed drug tests. Copy linkCopiedMain event up NEXT Joe Joyce puts his career on the line against Filip Hrgovic and it’s coming up next. Stay with us here for all the updates. Copy linkCopiedAdeleye vs TKVAsked if he will appeal the decision, TKV says: “We’ll see. We’ll keep working always.”And Adeleye says: “I don’t want Jeamie getting no hate from my fans.”Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedAdeleye vs TKVTKV’s team arguing that the referee should have intervened before Adeleye’s left hook that first dropped him. Ben Davison & Co are fuming. Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedAdeleye vs TKVDrama as Adeleye first dropped TKV after they came together and clinched – shock – but he landed a quick and smart left hook.TKV beat the count but was on the end of a barrage of shots from Adeleye and he hit the canvas again. Massive protests from TKV’s corner. Copy linkCopiedAdeleye vs TKV – R6 DOWN GOES TKV! Early in round, a short left hook after a coming together sees Adeleye land a big left hook.Here comes Adeleye with a barrage of shots and down goes TKV again! The fight is over!Copy linkCopiedAdeleye vs TKV – R5 Adeleye gets on the front foot and lands a decent right hand as TKV leans back on the ropes. More of the same as the two cannot stop clashing and coming together. TKV has found a home for his unorthodox jab. Credit: GettyCopy linkCopied More

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      Leicester consider Russell Martin to replace Ruud van Nistelrooy as manager but could face battle with Man City owners

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      RUSSELL MARTIN is emerging as a shock contender to lead Leicester back to the Premier League.Martin, 39, was axed by relegation rivals Southampton but his work in the Championship at Saints caught the Foxes’ eye.Russell Martin is emerging as a shock contender to lead Leicester back to the Premier LeagueCredit: GettyRuud van Nistelrooy is clinging to his job after a disastrous run since succeeding Steve Cooper in November and a decision is set for the end of the season.Leicester face Newcastle at home tomorrow having won just once in the Prem in 2025.The Dutchman, 48, is liked by Leicester’s hierarchy but some within the club are already looking at a change.Sean Dyche is a promotion specialist from his Burnley days and carries an obvious appeal. But Martin has significant support at the King Power.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSFoxes   were promoted playing a passing game under Enzo Maresca last season and they will look for a similar style and approach.Martin had his critics during his time at MK Dons, Swansea and Southampton because he refuses to change his ways. But that may be the attraction to Leicester, who have players who would excel down a level if they played a passing game.Martin has had other interest and is also being mentioned within the City Group as a coach for one of their clubs around the globe because of the way he plays.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSCommenting on his future at Leicester, Van Nistelrooy said: “It needs to be sorted yesterday. I think it’s very important to be aligned on that with the club.“We have to find out over the coming weeks because, of course, coming in December and how the winter window went, taking it into the new season and the challenges we face, it’s very important for me to be aligned and what the possibilities are there.“That alignment has to take place.”Ruud van Nistelrooy is clinging to his jobCredit: Getty More

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      ‘The club has to move on’ – Pep Guardiola reveals he chose to axe Kevin De Bruyne with Man City star prepared to stay

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      PEP GUARDIOLA confirmed it was his decision to call time on Kevin De Bruyne’s Manchester City career.The Belgian announced on Friday he would leave the Etihad this summer after ten glittering years.Pep Guardiola has revealed he is the one who decided to end Kevin De Bruyne’s Man City careerCredit: PAThe Belgian will leave City on a free transfer when his contract expires this summerCredit: ReutersKDB, 33, was open-minded about extending his City stay — and may even have accepted a bit-part playing role as his family are settled in the area.Yet Guardiola had been concerned over his dip in form following injuries.Ahead of the Manchester derby on Sunday, boss Pep said: “Myself  and  the  club  had  to take a decision. It is not easy as he has been extraordinary.“Me, Txiki Begiristain and the club made the decision — and it is what it is.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLDe Bruyne will be 34 this summer but is now clear of injury issues that dogged him in the last few seasons.Even so, offering anywhere close to the £375,000-a-week wages the attacking midfielder currently earns would have represented a big gamble by City.Guardiola added: “The club has to move forward, move on. To replicate his numbers is so difficult. To say bye to these players is so difficult“You can only be grateful. The club gave everything to him — and he gave everything to us.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS“I’m incredibly grateful and sad that it will be over in two months.“He’s the only player who has finished his contract. The rest are under contract but still there are many things the club and myself haven’t decided on.”Ex-Man City star Martin Demichelis explains showdown between himself and Spain ace Sergio Canales There will be question marks over several  stars as Guardiola plans a summer shake-up. John Stones, Nathan Ake and Manuel Akanji have all had injury-hit campaigns while skipper Kyle Walker left on loan in January.Bernardo Silva and keeper Ederson’s form has also dipped — meaning City are now scrambling to claim a Champions League place.They spent over £170million in January but are set to splash out more this summer.And finding a replacement for De Bruyne is a priority, with Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz, 21, their top target. More

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      WAG Taylor Ward ‘feels safer’ living in Saudi Arabia after quitting UK with ex-Man City star Riyad Mahrez

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      WAG Taylor Ward says she feels safer living in Saudi Arabia with husband Riyad Mahrez after escaping the threat of burglary gangs targeting Premier League stars’ homes.The reality star, 27, told The Sun on Sunday she “can now sleep at night” after making the move to Jeddah, where the ex-Manchester City star, 34, now plys his trade for Al-Ahli following his £30million switch from the Premier League champions.Taylor Ward says she feels safer in Saudi Arabia after moving abroad with footballer Riyad MahrezCredit: Amazon MGM StudiosTaylor says her house in Saudi Arabia is ten times bigger than her home in EnglandCredit: InstagramGangs have targeted several footballers’ multi million pound homes in what’s been dubbed the “Cheshire Golden Triangle” – comprising the prestigious towns of Wilmslow, Alderley Edge, and Prestbury.Some of those houses have been decked out by Taylor’s mum Dawn Ward, an interior designer to the stars, but now she feels secure in the Middle East, so much so she’s allowing her £850,000-a-week husband to splash out on expensive gifts.Taylor said: “I feel way safer in Saudi – I can actually sleep at night now.“My house in Saudi is ten times bigger than my house in England, and if I had to stay on my own somewhere, I would choose Saudi every day of the week.READ MORE TAYLOR WARD“I’ve never stayed on my own in England, ever. We live in an apartment. I’ve never stayed there by myself. I’m just really conscious.“There’s so many burglaries and bad things going on especially in Cheshire. It’s a massive problem.“Living abroad now is great because I don’t bring anything home. It’s not worth it because we’ve been burgled in the past and it puts you off having nice things.“I used to say to Riyad, ‘please don’t buy me a watch for my birthday, please don’t buy me these because I don’t want to be a target.’Most read in Football“Now that we live in Saudi, you actually get the opportunity to enjoy and wear nice things.”Manchester City winger Jack Grealish had his £5.6m house raided on Boxing Day, while he was playing, by a gang who fled with £1m worth of luxury goods including watches and jewellery.Glamorous Premier League Wags to star on new Prime Video reality TV show Married To The Game including Jorginho and Mahrez’s other halves His terrified girlfriend Sasha Attwood was inside the property when the raid took place.Former Liverpool stars Steven Gerrard and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, ex-Everton defender Phil Jagielka have also been previously targeted.Taylor, who shares a 20-month-old daughter with Mahrez and is stepmum to his other two daughters, is one of the five WAGS starring in Prime Video series Married to the Game, which follows the glamorous lives of partners of renowned footballers.The second series, which starts on Monday, sees Taylor joined by Cat Harding, fiancée of Arsenal star Jorginho, Gabrielle Figueiredo, the wife of his Gunners’ teammate Gabriel Magalhães, Chelsea WAG Claudia Rodríguez and boyfriend Marc Cucurella, plus Aston Villa star Leon Bailey and his girlfriend Stephanie Hope.In the debut series streamed last year, Taylor went viral after sobbing when five-times Premier League winner Mahrez told her they were moving to Saudi Arabia following his transfer from Manchester City.But having taken months to finally settle in the Middle East, Taylor now feels at home – although there are some stark differences, especially when it comes to the WAGS out there.She explained: “There’s no champagne. When we used to go to the Etihad it was like a day out and I had a really good relationship with them all at Man City.“We traveled so much, because they were in all the finals, like the Champions League and all that kind of stuff.“We did a lot of trips together and we had a really close bond, which is really nice.Read More on The Sun“That’s slightly different in Saudi. I don’t know the players and the partners as well.“People keep themselves to themselves more out here.”Taylor moved abroad to Saudi Arabia after Manchester City winger Mahrez was transferred to Al-AhliMahrez earns a staggering £850,000 per week at Al-Ahli after leaving Manchester CityCredit: Getty More