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    Former wonderkid, 28, quit football for Strictly Come Dancing after rainbow flick over Man Utd ace in training

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    KAI WIDDRINGTON’S fancy footwork extends well past the dancefloor.The Strictly Come Dancing star, 28, decided against following his dad into football as he swapped his boots for tap shoes.Kai Widdrington poses with dance partner Helen SkeltonCredit: GettyWiddrington’s twinkle toes could have been put to use in footballCredit: RexThe Strictly star was on trial for Southampton’s academyCredit: PAAnd one current Manchester United ace may be glad he did after Widdrington, who was competing against him at Southampton’s academy, embarrassed him in training.Kai – the son of Aldershot boss Tommy Widdrington – told talkSPORT’s Hawksbee and Jacobs show: “That was the best thing that happened to me you know.”I always use the analogy of Billy Elliot, I mean my dad’s from the North East right and I’m telling my dad at 12 years old.”I got a contract offer from Southampton to be a left-back and I’m a right-footed left-back so I could play with both feet.READ MORE FOOTBALL”So I was half decent right and I was quite quick and I turned it down to dance with the British champion. Bearing in mind at this time I wasn’t very good, but apparently she fancied me right.”So I was like ‘yeah go on then!'”CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSWiddrington’s competition for a full-back spot was United flier Luke Shaw, also 28.He revealed to the Daily Mail: “I remember rainbow flicking Luke Shaw once in training.Most read in FootballStrictly fans can’t believe Kai Widdrington’s ‘real age’ after it’s revealed on the show “I’d never done that in my life, I was on trial wearing blades on an astroturf and getting rinsed, so I rainbow flicked.”He’s probably not bothered now on quarter of a million pounds a week at Manchester United!”Kai’s brother Theo plays under their former footballer father with the Shots.But unlike Billy Elliot, he had plenty of support from his dad.He added: “The tipping point for me was Sunday football was obviously on a Sunday and [dancing] competitions were on a Sunday. So I had to choose basically and I just loved dancing that little bit more.”The conversation I had with my old man was like ‘listen Dad, I just love dancing that little bit more’ and to be fair to him, I was never worried to tell him. That’s how I knew it was going to be OK.”You know, during the week where he’d be training with Salisbury or wherever else he was, he would drive me two hours to have an hour lesson then drive me back, he was the most supportive dad.”He was and wasn’t the Billy Elliot dad!”Luke Shaw came through Southampton’s youth ranksCredit: Action Images – ReutersDad Tommy added: “Kai has no regrets about football. He is Premier League in terms of what he is doing.READ MORE SUN STORIES”He was world champion at 14 in Latin American dancing. He could have signed for Saints when we moved to the south. The bloke who was left back at the time was Luke Shaw!”I remember them saying to me when he went on trial ‘I am not sure he is better than the one we have got (Shaw) but we will keep him.'”Who are these famous footballers? More

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      Strictly star Kai Widdrington backs Sun’s Footie For All campaign giving grassroots game a huge boost

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      WHEN Strictly’s Kai Widdrington was 12 he had to make a choice — football or dance.At 14 he was a world Latin American dance champion, so clearly he made the right decision.Strictly pro dancer Kai Widdrington returns to his football rootsCredit: Simon Jones – The SunHe visited Littleton Junior FC and voiced his support for The Sun’s Footie For All campaignCredit: Simon Jones – The SunBut he still remembers his time on the pitch with pride, and wowed a group of kids with his football skills thanks to The Sun. Littleton Junior FC put Kai — who was once in the academy at Southampton — through his paces as they celebrated a £1,000 grant from our Footie For All campaign with Tesco, which is giving grassroots football a huge boost.Kai told The Sun: “Football has always been a part of my life and to see younger generations still loving it is incredible.“Each of these kids is having the best time, and it makes me nostalgic for my years playing grassroots football. It would be criminal for these sessions not to be available to anyone who wants to play.”READ MORE ON THE CAMPAIGNThe Latin and ballroom star, 28, was joined by his dad Tommy, 52, who manages Aldershot Town, and brother Theo, 25, a professional player and midfielder at the club.Kai said: “When you’re young you take it for granted that you can play. Having goals and parents to help is a luxury. “We used to just use bags or coats as a goal.“Like these kids, I played because I loved the game. It’s such a golden memory to have with your friends.Most read in Football“The skills I learnt on the pitch have stayed with me for life. “A lot of the people I played grassroots with have gone on to coach at their local clubs and some, like my brother, play professionally.Strictly Star Kai Widdrington goes back to his roots for Sun footie campaign‘Achieve their dreams’“When you play at this age, football remains part of your life. “In my case, my dad lives, eats and breathes football. I was lucky to have a parent who played football professionally. Kai joined by his football manager dad as he visits Littleton Junior FCCredit: Simon Jones – The Sun“But we’re all here because we love the game, same for the coaches and the kids.”Kai grew up moving around the country as Tommy started his career with Southampton. Other clubs he played for included Port Vale and Hartlepool.The family’s visit to Littleton Junior FC came as The Sun is offering another 150 grants of £1,000 each, after our first £150,000 cash pot helped squads across the country.From starting up new teams and providing free places for kids from low-income families to replacing old and out-of-date equipment, the money has gone to good use.So today we urge YOU to apply for one of our fantastic new Footie For All grants.They can be used in any way that encourages kids to take up the sport or aids access to the game.Perhaps you are a local team which wants to offer parents help with membership fees.Maybe you need new kits or more pitch space to play on. Grants can also be used to help with transport or running costs.Littleton Junior FC, near Winchester, Hants, have used their grant to buy new equipment for the club, which has more than 600 players and 104 coaches.The club also have a hardship fund to ensure any families who are struggling don’t have to remove their kids from sessions.Under-7’s coach Ken Holt, whose son Joshua, seven, plays, said: “The grant from The Sun has been hugely helpful, as all the kit required for the kids to play is really expensive. “Even things like bibs and cones, the cost really adds up.“But seeing how much the kids love it, the friendships they make and skills they develop is worth it.“Having Kai and his family come to visit the boys was really exciting for them.“Getting to play with a celebrity is great and they all really mucked in.”Despite some initial nerves when the Widdringtons arrived, it didn’t take long before Rari, seven, made a beeline to Theo to ask him: “How many keepie-uppies can you do?”.Without giving him, or Kai, a chance to demonstrate, the boys began showing off their own skills. But Theo didn’t take long to display his tekkers and give tips.Theo, who has fond memories of games with Pace Youth FC in Southampton, said: “It’s been lovely seeing these kids have fun in a safe space.“When you’re this age there is nothing better than going out and scoring goals with your mates.“Seeing how well this is run is amazing. “These kids are learning life lessons, respect, dedication and an appreciation of team-mates — all while having a really fun time.”Within seconds of leaving the pitch, Theo and Kai were called back for a game with the six-year-olds. “They’re like little Duracell batteries,” Kai joked, as he got tackled. Proud Tommy told The Sun: “This is where it all starts and even at this young age I can see some kids here have potential to be great.“They could be potential Premier League players. For many parents, money is hard, but you spend time running your kids around the country because you love them.“Plus you have a potential footballer on your hands and you want to help them achieve their dreams.”After winning the World Junior Latin American championship at 14 Kai landed a spot as a pro on Ireland’s Dancing With The Stars in 2017, before joining BBC One’s Strictly in 2021.He is preparing for a live tour with girlfriend and fellow Strictly pro Nadiya Bychkova, 34. READ MORE SUN STORIESHe said: “Like a football game, if we make people laugh and cry during the show, we have done our job.”
      The tour kicks off on June 1. For tickets visit nadiyaandkai.com/
      Kai is preparing for a live tour with Strictly girlfriend Nadiya BychkovaCredit: Splash News More

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      Inside Wanda Nara’s glitzy adventure on Italy’s Strictly, from shocking health scare revelations to perfect scores joy

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      FIERCE, courageous, and entertaining – Wanda Nara’s journey on Italy’s version of Strictly Come Dancing has got people talking.Last weekend, the notorious Wag, 36, saw judges on Ballando con le Stelle flash 10s at her for her stunning samba routine.
      Argentinian bombshell Wanda Nara has got people talking about her performances on Italy’s Strictly Come Dancing
      Stunning Wanda in action on Ballando con le StelleCredit: Agi for RAI
      It’s been an emotional journey for Wanda
      Of course, it would have been criminal if the South American bombshell couldn’t nail a dance with Brazilian origins.
      But, Wanda has had a lot on her plate before she embarked on a mission to wow TV audiences.
      And, no doubt, she would have won a whole host of new fans.
      At the tail-end of last month, the wife of former Inter Milan striker Mauro Icardi broke down in tears when she revealed she was battling a serious illness.
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      However, that hasn’t stopped her from dazzling alongside partner Pasquale La Rocca.
      It has been an emotional adventure for the brave beauty.
      She’s doing it for her kids
      Performing on Strictly is a hard slog.
      Previous contestants will tell you about the gruelling time spent in the studio getting your steps right with your dancer.
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      It’s especially harder on Wanda, who divides her time between Turkey, where Icardi plays for Galatasaray, and Italy.
      The days are long, while the nerve-racking experience of the live show is enough to put a mere mortal off.
      One error and you are thrown to the dogs, with millions critical from their armchairs.
      Wanda, though, is on a mission.
      In an emotional segment in the early weeks of the series, Wanda made an astonishing revelation about a health scare she has had.
      Fighting back tears, she told viewers she wanted to take part to “show my children that I am fine”.
      Wanda explained how doctors had diagnosed her with a serious illness over the summer after she underwent a routine health check-up.
      Fortunately, it was discovered early and Wanda has been able to manage her condition.
      After wowing viewers with a rumba in the opening week, Wanda tearfully explained her motivation for joining the hit show as she opened up on her health problems.
      She said: “I had to travel to Milan. Whenever I go there I do some routine tests. The results were abnormal and the doctors began to see things.
      “I was crying without knowing what it even was. My children were so sad.
      Wanda, who is married to Mauro Icardi, confirmed she is fighting an illness
      The Argie beauty confessed she was dancing to show her kids that mummy was OK
      “When they invited me to be on ‘Dancing with the Stars’, obviously the situation was more stable.
      “Before signing the contract, I asked the doctors whether I could accept while receiving treatment. They told me ‘yes, 100 per cent, do it’.
      “I believe it is an example for my children and when they see this experience, especially the younger ones who did not understand what was happening to their mum. They will feel like everything is fine.
      “I’m dancing to show that I’m fine.”
      Medical condition
      Wanda first addressed issues with her health back in July, when she said on social media she wanted to keep her condition private while she awaited more test results.
      However, she explained to Corriere della Sera how she is coping with the illness.
      “I’m trying to live with the same strength as before, valuing life every day.
      “I have always thought that nothing matters more than health, now obviously more. And I want to be with the people I love, not worry about bulls***, that’s the most important thing.”
      Gruelling training sessions as well as constant travelling from Italy to Turkey are not too much for Wanda
      Wanda has won over a host of fans for her bravery
      On her diagnosis, she added: “Yes, yes, fortunately yes [it was detected early].
      “It makes everything more manageable. I was very tired and having to go on a trip I had some tests done, for no reason. After the result I stopped for a couple of days.
      “I had to understand the situation. Now I try to live it by valuing every moment of my life more.
      “I had the worst thoughts, especially as a mother. But it’s also the reason why she made me react quickly: I feel like I’m the driving force of my family, if I fall everyone falls, like dominoes.”
      Dancing her heart out
      You could be forgiven for thinking Wanda’s efforts in the ballroom were something she had trained to do in the past. She’s been that impressive.
      “People think that if you were born in Argentina you have dancing in your blood, but in my case it’s not like that,” she told La Repubblica.
      She added, “I’m not even strong in the tango” which she recalled practising as a five-year-old girl with her grandfather when she grew up in Buenos Aires.
      Wanda has been paired with dancer and choreographer Pasquale La RoccaCredit: Iwan Palombi for the Rai press office
      Already Wanda and Pasquale have wowed TV audiences
      On the eve of the show, Wanda promised: “I’m here to have fun and dance. The public will see another Wanda Nara.” She wasn’t wrong.
      Ballando con le Stelle kicked off on October 21 on RAI network, so we’re just over three weeks in.
      Already, Wanda has stolen the show – and that’s not only for her dancing.
      Quirky stories about odd habits like chewing ice, which was encouraged by husband Icardi who bought her an ice machine, have endeared her to the public.
      As for the dancing, she stunned with a tango and paso doble in the first few weeks.
      But in the recent show, where she performed three dances, it was her samba that had judges applauding her.
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      She received five 10’s from them, achieving her first perfect score of the competition.
      Wanda is now the hot favourite, in more ways than one. It’s a fitting dedication to her children.
      Wanda is now the hot favourite
      Viewers have warmed to Wanda’s dance skills
      While judges gave a delighted Wanda a perfect score for her samba More

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      If Mason Greenwood stays at Man Utd I’ll stop supporting the club, says Channel 4 star Rachel Riley

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      COUNTDOWN co-host Rachel Riley has vowed to stop supporting Manchester United if they welcome back Mason Greenwood.The keen Red Devils fan has spoken out as the Premier League club prepares to end the ex-England striker’s suspension in days.
      Rachel Riley has threatened to quit supporting Manchester United
      A decision on Mason Greenwood’s United future is about to be announcedCredit: Getty
      Protests over the club’s approach were held outside Old Trafford on MondayCredit: Getty
      Channel 4’s Countdown co-host Rachel posted on Twitter: “I won’t be able to support United if Greenwood remains at the club.”
      Her comments came after The Sun revealed how Greenwood is expected to be reinstated at United as early as next week.
      Greenwood, 21, hasn’t played for the first team since being arrested in January last year for attempted rape, assault and coercive control.
      All charges against him were dropped in February but the footballer remains suspended by United.
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      There has, however, been recent talk suggesting a possible return from their head coach Erik ten Hag.
      Members of Manchester United Women’s team have reportedly raised concerns about the prospect of Greenwood returning to the training ground.
      And protests were staged at Old Trafford before United’s opening match of the season against Wolverhampton Wanderers last Monday.
      Former Strictly Come Dancing contestant Rachel, 37, was responding to broadcast comments from another female United fan, named Em, saying she would “walk away from my club” if Greenwood returned.
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      Rachel told her 684,000 Twitter followers: “I’m with Em, I won’t be able to support United if Greenwood remains at the club.
      “We’ve all seen and heard enough. Pretending this is ok would be a huge part of the problem.
      “It would be devastating for my club to contribute to a culture that brushes this under the carpet and send a message to perpetrators everywhere that you can continue to act as you wish with no consequences.
      “I really hope they do the right thing.”
      DECISION DUE IN NEXT FEW DAYS
      Essex-born Rachel has previously shown her love of United in Instagram posts including visits to Old Trafford to cheer them on.
      She also revealed how she kitted out daughter Maven in team colours aged just eight months old.
      Rachel even combined presenting duties with watching them in action thanks to an out-of-shot TV behind the Countdown board.
      She also used her Twitter account to criticise United fans who flew a banner above a match mocking then-club chief Ed Woodward.
      Greenwood, suspended on full pay of £75,000 a week, has been training alone – following drills drawn up by United’s coaching staff.
      His last game was on January 22, 2022, in a Premier League clash against West Ham United, which United won 1-0.
      He was charged in October last year and was due to stand trial in November this year.
      But prosecutors withdrew the case on February 2 after his alleged victim and a dozen more witnesses refused to co-operate.
      United’s chief executive Richard Arnold is expected to make a decision on Greenwood’s future over the next 48 hours.
      But the announcement will be delayed until after the England Lionesses’ World Cup final this Sunday against Spain.
      Bradford-born Greenwood has scored 35 goals in 129 appearances for Manchester United, having joined the club as a six-year-old.
      He was given his England debut by manager Gareth Southgate as a late substitute against Iceland in September 2020, though has not played for the country since.
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      United said in a statement yesterday the club had completed “a thorough investigation” into the allegations against Greenwood.
      They added: “This has drawn on extensive evidence and context not in the public domain.
      “We have heard from numerous people with direct involvement or knowledge of the case.”
      United said the welfare of his alleged victim had been at the forefront of the internal investigation.
      But the statement went on: “We also have responsibilities to Mason as an employee, as a young person who has been with the club since the age of seven, and as a new father with a partner. 
      “The fact-finding phase of our investigation is now complete, and we are in the final stages of making a decision on Mason’s future. 
      “Contrary to media speculation, that decision has not yet been made and is currently the subject of intensive internal deliberation.
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      “This has been a difficult case for everyone associated with Manchester United, and we understand the strong opinions it has provoked based on the partial evidence in the public domain. 
      “We ask for patience as we work through the final stages of this carefully considered process.”
      Rachel says she will no longer support United if they allow Greenwood backCredit: Getty
      Rachel has shared on Instagram photos showing her love of the club
      The Countdown co-host has urged Old Trafford bosses to ‘do the right thing’
      Greenwood was cleared of all charges against him in FebruaryCredit: AFP More

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      Laura Woods left in stitches after brilliantly pranking Agbonlahor live on talkSPORT then holds up ‘I’m sorry’ note

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      LAURA WOODS broke down in laughter after successfully pranking co-host Gabby Agbonlahor on talkSPORT.The popular radio host was joined by the former Aston Villa striker and Ally McCoist as they prepared to speak to England Euros winner Jill Scott.
      Laura Woods laughed silently on air after an embarrassed Agbonlahor realised his mistakeCredit: talkSPORT
      ‘I’m sorry’ reads Laura Woods’ note after pulling off her prankCredit: talkSPORT
      But Woods had mischievously laid the groundwork to make Agbonlahor stumble into on-air blunder.
      With the breakfast show hosts allocating questions to ask Scott off-air, Woods deliberately prompted Agbonlahor to quiz Scott on her time on Strictly Come Dancing.
      But the ex-midfielder, 36, has never appeared on the BBC show and instead won reality series ‘I’m a Celebrity … Get Me Out of Here!’
      Unaware he was being misled, Agbonlahor confidently stepped up to ask his question early in the interview about Scott’s life.
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      He said: “How did you find it though? Because me and Ally can’t dance but you done very well, didn’t you?
      A baffled Scott replied: “Well there wasn’t a lot of dancing, was there?”
      As Scott continues talking, Woods is not able to contain her composure as Agbonlahor slowly realises he’s been set up.
      The talkSPORT presenter ducks out of the shot as she silently laughs while her sheepish co-host grins and stares.
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      She then holds up a sign saying “I’m sorry” while the interview continues.
      After the chat, Woods revealed: “Just before Jill came on, and we always distribute questions [prior to interviews], I said to Gabby, ‘do you know what you can ask Jill, you can ask her about the time she won Strictly Come Dancing’ and [he] went ‘right, okay’ and wrote it down.
      “Of course she’s Queen of the jungle from I’m a celeb!”
      A mortified but amused Agbonlahor replied: “She’s probably thinking, I didn’t dance in the jungle.” More

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      Brazil boss Tite issues blunt response to Man Utd legend Roy Keane over ‘Strictly’ World Cup celebrations

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      TITE has hit back at Roy Keane after the pundit labelled Brazil’s dancing celebrations as ‘disrespectful’.Keane took issue with the celebrations from the Brazilian squad during their 4-1 trashing of South Korea.
      The Brazilians have at times been nicknamed ‘The Samba Boys’ for their flamboyant dancing.Credit: Rex
      The former Manchester United man compared the celebrations to ‘watching Strictly’ as the players and staff displayed their samba-style dancing, including manager Tite.
      Keane said: “It’s like watching Strictly. I can’t believe what I’m watching.
      “I don’t like this. I think it’s disrespecting the opposition. It’s four [goals] and they’re doing it every time.
      “I don’t mind the first kind of little jig – whatever they’re doing – but they’re still doing it after that and then the manager getting involved with it.
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      “I’m not happy with it, I don’t think it’s very good at all.”
      Tite has quickly jumped to defend himself and his team following the criticism.

      The 61-year-old coach said: “If I’m asked to dance, I’ll dance. It’s not my team. It is the Brazilian national team, for which I have the responsibility of being a coach. 
      “I’m sorry and I won’t talk about those who don’t know the history and culture of Brazil.”
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      He is not the first to hit back after they came under criticism either, with Brazil and West Ham midfielder Lucas Paqueta also making his opinion on the matter heard.
      He said: “The dance is a representation of our joy after scoring a goal. 
      “We don’t do it to disrespect anyone, we don’t do it in front of our opponents.
      “We all get together to celebrate. If they don’t like it, there’s not much to say.”
      The 25-year-old also ensured it wasn’t the end of their celebrations too.
      He added: “We’ll keep scoring goals and keep dancing. This is a group that is happy to score, to get the victory and the goals.”
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      ‘I feel like I’m watching Strictly’ – Brutal Roy Keane slams cocky Brazil dancing in World Cup goal-fest vs South Korea

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      ROY KEANE tore into the Brazil team for dancing after scoring against South Korea.The five-time champions raced into a 4-0 lead at half-time and danced in celebration after every goal.

      Brazil were in a dancing spirit after racing to a 4-0 leadCredit: Getty
      Richarlison ran over to the dugout after his goal to dance with manager TiteCredit: PA
      Roy Keane likened Brazil’s actions to an episode of Strictly Come DancingCredit: ITV
      Manager Tite even got involved after Richarlison ran over to the dugout after scoring Brazil’s third goal.
      The game finished 4-1 as Brazil booked their quarter-final place against Croatia
      But Keane could not understand the players’ antics and likened it to an episode of Strictly Come Dancing.
      He said on ITV’s coverage of the match: “I can’t believe what I’m watching. Obviously brilliant, brilliant by Brazil.
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      “Fantastic finish by Vinicius, great start to the game. But I’ve never seen so much dancing.
      “It’s like watching Strictly. I can’t believe what I’m watching.”
      He added: “I don’t like this. People say it’s their culture. But I think that’s really disrespecting the opposition.
      “It’s four goals, and they are doing it every time.
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      “I don’t mind so much the first jig, it’s the one after that, and the manager getting involved. I’m not happy about it. I don’t think it’s good at all.”
      Souness also found the dancing distasteful, calling it a “shambles”.
      He added: “It’s only a matter of time before someone goes right through one of these Brazilians.”
      Fans found Keane’s comments hilarious with one saying: “Hahaha Roy Keane is in the mood!”
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      Another added: “It’s like watching Strictly!” is a predictably great line from Roy Keane.”
      And a third said: “Roy Keane is an absolute legend. How can he say I’m watching Strictly 😂.”
      The Brazil stars paid a touching tribute to World Cup hero Pele after he was rushed to hospital earlier this week.
      Pele, 82, was hospitalised earlier this week after he stopped responding to chemotherapy as he battles bowel cancer.
      And Brazil players paid homage to the World Cup great by bringing a special poster onto the pitch after thrashing South Korea 4-1.
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      Fans also paid their owner tribute before kick off as they brought a flag which shows an older Pele hugging a traditional black and white football paired with an image of him while playing for Santos.
      Pele is the only man to have won three World Cups – in 1958, 1962, and 1970.
      Brazil players hold up a banner for PeleCredit: Getty More

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      Ex-Liverpool star looks unrecognisable after appearing on his own country’s version of Strictly Come Dancing

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      A former Liverpool star has turned his talent to the dancefloor on his home country’s version of Strictly Come Dancing.Arsenal legend Tony Adams might be struggling on the UK edition of the reality programme, but he is not the only ex-player showing off his moves.
      Klaven is competing on the Estonian dancing showCredit: @ivanspol

      He received praise for his first performance on the showCredit: @ivanspol
      Klavan enjoyed two years at Liverpool before moving to CagliariCredit: PA:Empics Sport
      Centre-back Ragnar Klavan, 37, who spent two seasons at Anfield between 2016 and 2018, is currently competing on the Estonian format.
      Following his first performance on the show, the judges praised his display as the couple scored 24 out of 40.
      One judge, Juri Nael, said: “I see fantastic potential. Of course, it is necessary to make some concessions, but the potential is absolutely there.”
      While Martin Parmas added: “Such a relaxed performance, I like it. The feeling was there.”
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      Despite impressing the judges, Klavan remained modest about his own performance.
      He said: “Something came out… at least I moved.”
      Before his dance partner Kerttu Tanav replied: “It was very good! I liked Martin’s comment. I also told Raku to just enjoy and be yourself.”
      Klavan was asked who the better coach is between Tanav and ex-Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp.
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      To which he replied: “The quality is the same. The only difference is that Kerttu doesn’t shout or curse at me in rough German.”
      Klavan also bizarrely claimed he will continue his football career if he wins the show.
      He said: “If the show is won then I think that the emotion and energy are so high that I might be willing to continue my career based on that.”
      Football fans reacted to the clip of Klavan on social media, with one saying: “Still has the moves.”
      Another added: “He’s better than Tony Adams, that’s for sure.”
      A third said: “How do we vote for him so that he wins? This needs to be a thing.”
      While a fourth added: “‘He’s glided across the ballroom there as smoothly as he used to glide across the pitch’ etc etc.”
      Klavan made 53 appearances during his two seasons with Liverpool – arriving from Augsburg for £4.2million.
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      He was an unused substitute in the 2018 Champions League final – which the Reds lost 3-1 to Real Madrid.
      In the summer of 2018 he left for Cagliari, before joining Estonian outfit Paide Linnameeskond last year. More

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      Fans all say the same thing as Arsenal legend Tony Adams makes hilarious Strictly Come Dancing debut

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      ARSENAL legend Tony Adams left fans in stitches after his hilarious debut on Strictly Come Dancing. Adams, 55, has traded the football pitch for the dancefloor as he gears up for a run on BBC’s hit show.

      Tony Adams appears on camera with some finger guns
      Adams also showed off his hip rythm
      He also threw up some peace signs before his brief cameo finished
      The former England skipper didn’t disappoint, with a hilarious eight second video of him dancing doing the rounds on social media.
      And it has left fans all saying the same thing.
      A swathe of social media users complemented the ex-defender for giving them a laugh and responded in kind with strings of laughing emojis.
      Some also added dancing emojis along with their laughing ones, while one fan said: “Tony Adams on Strictly Come Dancing might be must-watch TV.”
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      Another user said: “Tony Adams with the best performance from an Englishman tonight,” in reference to England’s dire display against Italy.
      Some referenced other dances from pop culture.
      One user declared: “He’d give Brent a run for his money,” in reference to David Brent’s dance from The Office UK.
      Another shared a gif from The Inbetweeners Movie, where a number of characters danced in a bar.
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      But perhaps most poignant of all, many referenced Adams dance moves from his time as the boss of Spanish side Granada.
      In his short-term as Granada boss in 2017, Adams went viral for some bizarre yet funky moves he performed during a training session.
      One user said: “Tony Adams nothing to worry about on Strictly with moves like this,” and shared the clip of Adams dancing.
      Tony Adams’ training methods with Granada went viralCredit: Twitter More