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    I’m an England super fan and I can predict who will win the World Cup with my tattoos – here’s who will take the trophy

    AN ENGLAND super fan who jinxes sporting competitions by getting tattoos of his favourite players says the Three Lions WILL win the World Cup – because he can control the outcome.Jamie Richardson claims he had a “premonition” in a dream when a mystical being begged him not to go under the needle for a FIFTH time.
    Jamie Richardson is known for jinxing sporting results with his tattoosCredit: NB PRESS LTD
    Jamie has a “jinxed” England tattoo from the 2018 World CupCredit: NB PRESS LTD
    The England fan has also wrongly predicted boxing and rugby resultsCredit: NB PRESS LTD
    For years, the carpet fitter has inked premature results but they’ve all been duds – and he reckons his inkling to avoid an inking this time means England are set for glory in Qatar.
    The misfortune teller, born Friday 13, told The Sun Online: “I’m itching to get that tattoo but I don’t want to jinx it. 
    “If I can sacrifice getting a tatt they will definitely win it this time.
    “The last four that I’ve got have lost, so if I focus that energy, I honestly really, really think we will win the World Cup.”
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    Among the erroneous prophecies scrawled on Jamie are “England World Cup Winners 2018”.
    Tatts of Castleford rugby and Leeds United’s playoff with Derby didn’t quite do what they say on the tin, either.
    And he’s even got boxer Billy Joe Saunders clasping the severed head of Canelo Alvarez
    But the Mexican champ went on to knock out the Brit in their 2021 bout.
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    I’m itching to get that tattoo but I don’t want to jinx it. Jamie Richardson
    “I’m not even a tattoo kind of guy, I just started collecting them”, the “impulsive” dad admitted.
    Jamie’s knack for cursing sporting outcomes has become so renowned that he’s been branded the “walking jinx” online.
    And his powers are so strong his inbox was once overrun with Spurs fans offering £500 to get Liverpool winner tatts for their 2018 Champions League final match.
    Despite all this, the failed mystic, from Morley, West Yorkshire, doesn’t regret a single one of his tatts – which have set him back a somewhat predictable £1,200.
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    The 37-year-old has not ruled out using his tattoo powers to jinx England’s opponents if they get to the final.
    And in the event of an England victory, he’ll get a “beautiful tribute” to the Three Lions: “It will be the proudest moment of my life”, he adds.
    Jamie’s superstition does not stop at tattoos – ahead of England’s quarter-final tie with France on Saturday he’s said a big ‘non’ to ANYTHING French in his house.
    It’s the biggest British-French battle since Waterloo!Jamie Richardson
    The history nut said: “It’s all about England. It’s the biggest British-French battle since Waterloo. I’m sat here watching re-runs of Henry V!”
    The Shakespeare epic depicts the heavily outnumbered English victory over the French at the battle of Agincourt in 1415.
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    Quoting a rousing speech from the play, Jamie shouted: “The game’s afoot: Follow your spirit; and upon this charge, Cry ‘God for Harry! England! and Saint George!
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    Richarlison’s tattoos explained as Brazil ace becomes ‘addicted’ to body art after following Cristiano Ronaldo

    BRAZIL forward Richarlison’s tattoos have been explained by his artist.Previously, the Tottenham star admitted that he never imaged getting his body inked.
    Richarlison has a tattoo on his neck which reads ‘he’s Brazilian’Credit: Getty
    Richarlison has his name, number and Olympic medal on his left thigh
    Richarlison has all his favourite cartoon characters on his armCredit: Instagram / @richarlison
    Richarlison has a heart with a Brazilian flag on his chest
    But the former Everton man has clearly had a change of heart.
    That’s because his number of tattoos is increasing with every passing year.
    It all started after his success at the Olympics with Brazil.
    When Richarlison finished as top scorer to help the Samba Boys win gold in 2020, he marked the occasion with his first piece of artwork.
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    He got the medal, his name and number on his left thigh.
    That clearly proved the catalyst for the 25-year-old to get further tattoos.
    And his artist Dom Tattoo has revealed to ESPN that he’s now “hooked” to them.
    This comes despite Richarlison previously following Cristiano Ronaldo and deciding against getting his body inked so he can donate blood.
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    Earlier this year, he got a tattoo on his neck which says “he’s Brazilian” in reference to the song that Everton supporters used to sing to him.
    His then got a piece of art on his chest.
    Richarlison has a heart with a Brazilian flag with Dom stating that it represents his “addiction” to the national team.
    But Dom claims that it wasn’t planned with the footballer asking for it in the spur-of-the-moment.
    He duly obliged and worked his magic.
    Richarlison also his favourite cartoon characters on his arm, including Daffy Duck, Tom and Jerry and Bugs Bunny.
    The Spurs star will be hoping to work his own magic when Brazil take to the field for their first knockout game against South Korea tonight.
    He was rested against Cameroon on Friday, but he’s set to return to the starting XI, especially with Gabriel Jesus out of the tournament.
    The ex-Watford man has scored two goals in two appearances in Qatar.
    Richarlison’s selection of characters have been also been on show at the World CupCredit: Getty
    Richarlison at the World Cup with Brazil showing off his piece of art on his chestCredit: Getty More

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    What does Phil Foden’s neck tattoo say and what does it mean?

    MANCHESTER CITY midfielder Phil Foden has a distinctive tattoo on his neck.Fans have been left wondering what the England international’s sentimental message means.
    Phil Foden shows off his neck tattoo as he celebrates his goal in England’s World Cup win over WalesCredit: PA
    What does Phil Foden’s neck tattoo say?
    Foden began his football career with Manchester City at only 17, and became the youngest English player to start in a UEFA Champions League in 2019.
    With such a successful start, the wording on his tattoo does not come as a surprise.
    It is quite popular nowadays for footie stars to sport interesting tattoos, with former Manchester United player David Beckham having numerous inkings on his neck, arms, back and torso.
    Foden’s tatt features the inspirational words “Sky is the limit”, running from his left ear down to the bottom of his neck.

    He got his tattoo done in February 2022 by popular tattoo artist, Gabriel Maniak.
    His tatt hit the spotlight after he scored the winner in Manchester City’s 1-0 victory over Everton.
    What is the meaning behind Phil Foden’s neck tattoo?
    The meaning behind his tattoo “Sky is the limit”, refers to the idea that nothing is impossible or beyond reach.
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    And with Foden’s football career this can’t be more true for his case.
    Born on May 28, 2000, by the time he was 22, Foden had secured more than 10 domestic trophies – including three Premier League titles.
    He also plays for England’s National Team, along with fellow Manchester City player, Jack Grealish.
    Foden has even scored at the World Cup in 2022, nabbing the second as England beat Wales 3-0.
    What other tattoos does Phil Foden have?
    Foden does not appear to have any other tattoos.
    His tattoo artist Gabriel Maniak announced on Instagram the news about Foden’s new tattoo.
    He posted in February 2022: “First tattoo for @philfoden.
    “We already have plans for adding more to His collection!Thanks a lot Bro! See you soon!”
    Foden is not only keen on tattoos but also on haircuts, as he often makes the news.
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    He regularly visits his barber, especially before a game.
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    In the summer of 2021, during the Euro 2020 championship, he even dyed his hair blond. More

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    France star Theo Hernandez’s stunning tattoo model Wag steals show in stands at World Cup 2022

    FRANCE’S football team may be star studded on the pitch, but it hasn’t stopped one of the team’s Wags from stealing the show. Zoe Cristofoli, the Wag of Theo Hernandez, has been busy catching the eye during the group stage.
    Zoe Cristofoli in the stands at the World CupCredit: AFP
    Theo Hernandez celebrates with Zoe after beating DenmarkCredit: Getty
    Zoe has been a mainstay in the crowds supporting France in QatarCredit: Getty
    She boasts 1.1 million followers on her Instagram pageCredit: Instagram @zoe_cristofoli
    The Italian model has been supporting Hernandez and his team-mates as they navigated the group stage.
    But while Kylian Mbappe has been writing the headlines on the pitch, off the pitch has been Zoe’s turf.
    Zoe, 26, boasts 1.1 million followers on her Instagram page.
    On there she regularly posts photos showing off her striking tattoos.
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    Most of her body is covered in tattoos after getting her first ink job when she was 15, according to Bild.
    Her back and neck are nearly completely full, while her right arm now appears to be mostly black from the elbow down.
    Among the tattoos are the year she was born (1996), her mother’s face, a huge snake on her belly and the word love.
    She has been with the AC Milan defender since 2020.
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    However, she was also snapped back in 2018 hanging out with then Man City star Sergio Aguero outside an LA nightclub.
    France topped their World Cup group despite suffering defeat in their final game at the hands of Tunisia.
    Zoe is a Instagram model and bloggerCredit: Instagram @zoe_cristofoli
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    Man Utd star Luke Shaw explains heartwarming reason behind bizarre Coco Pops tattoo

    LUKE SHAW has made the bizarre revelation that he has a tattoo of the Coco Pops monkey on his left arm. The England and Manchester United left-back is in Qatar preparing for the World Cup as the national team looks to end 56 years of hurt.
    Shaw has revealed he has a tattoo of the Coco Pops monkeyCredit: Getty
    The Man Utd left-back revealed the surprise inking on his armCredit: Getty
    The tattoo is a tribute to his two-year-old son ReignCredit: Kelloggs’s
    Shaw, 25, says the image of the popular cereal-selling primate is a tribute to his two-year-old son Reign.
    The goalscorer in the Euro 2020 Final told the Lions Den YouTube channel about the unique ink.
    He said: “My son is obsessed with Coco Pops, he has a lot of them in the morning, I thought it would be quite cool because he is interested in my tattoos.”
    The Red Devils star also has a cartoon drawing of him signing his first professional contract inked on the same arm.
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    Shaw has been on fine form for the Old Trafford club.
    He has barely put a foot wrong since United have developed a new-found resilience in recent weeks.
    It puts him in good contention for Gareth Southgate’s starting XI against Iran on Monday.
    Especially with the injury of Ben Chilwell – who tore his hamstring during Chelsea’s win over Dinamo Zagreb in the Champions League – at left-back.
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    Meanwhile, Qatar have shocked fans by BANNING all booze from stadiums at World Cup 2022 – just TWO days before the tournament starts.
    The announcement comes despite supporters previously being promised they could drink beer in stadiums throughout the tournament.
    But while Fifa buckled under pressure from the Qatari authorities, it appears Three Lions fans won’t let it get in their way.
    One supporter told The Sun: “It won’t dampen my experience too much because I will just get p****d before the games.
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    Man Utd star Antony shares footage of himself getting five new tattoos including ‘shush’ on finger

    MANCHESTER UNITED star Antony has shared footage of his new tattoos – which includes the word “shhh…” inked along his finger. The exciting winger is already making a name for himself at Old Trafford after his summer move to Manchester.
    Antony’s new tattoo may well help rile up opposition fans even more when he scoresCredit: Instagram / @dom.tattoo
    Antony has already proven he has a big personality off the pitchCredit: Instagram / @dom.tattoo
    Fans got to see the new additions to Antony’s vast tattoo collection on InstagramCredit: Instagram / @dom.tattoo
    He cost United £85.5m from Ajax but he is already proving his worth on the pitch with three Premier League goals.
    The Brazilian is also showing he has a flair for the dramatic off-the-pitch as he shows off his range of new tattoos.
    Antony’s Instagram story shows him getting inked up only days after his call-up to Brazil’s World Cup squad.
    The star lies shirtless as a tattooist adds to the already fine collection of art along his arms.
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    In a second post he then shows off his new designs.
    The most eye-catching is the word “shhh…”, which he had inked down the side of his forefinger.
    It will add even more panache to any potential Antony celebration if he raises his finger to his lips after scoring.
    He also had the year “2014” and a fist drawn in striking purple ink on the back of his left arm.
    Antony has previously spoken about his attachment to the lion tat on his armCredit: Instagram / @dom.tattoo
    Antony is set to head to Qatar with the rest of the Brazil World Cup squad in the following daysCredit: Instagram / @dom.tattoo
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    And Antony had “123…” along the length of his right knuckle and the word “iluminado” along his neck, which translates as “illuminated” in English.
    The 22-year-old previously explained to Manchester United’s website the reason behind his tattoos and particularly the picture of the lion on one of his arms.
    He said: “I’ve got this one together with my brother, which says ‘only those from the same place know what I’ve been through.
    “This one on my neck is a chain pendant and the full sleeve has meaning.”
    He added in the September interview that he planned to get even more ink in the future.
    Antony has missed United’s last few games with injury but will be hoping to return for their final pre-World Cup game away at Fulham on Sunday.
    Antony’s neck now reads “illuminado” or “illuminated” in EnglishCredit: Instagram / @dom.tattoo More

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    Jordan Henderson forced to get Champions League tattoo alone after Trent Alexander-Arnold was BANNED by his mum

    JORDAN HENDERSON was forced to get a Champions League inspired tattoo alone after Trent Alexander-Arnold was BANNED by his mum.The Liverpool captain had been planning to commemorate his Champions League winner’s medal from 2019 with an appropriately themed tattoo.
    Jordan Henderson posed for his new tattoo alongside artist Tommy MontayaCredit: Instagram @tommymontoy
    Henderson revealed team-mate Trent Alexander-Arnold was banned from getting a tattoo with himCredit: Reuters
    Henderson and Alexander-Arnold have been crucial parts of Liverpool’s success in recent yearsCredit: The Times
    And while he follow through with it, Hendo revealed that he would have been joined by team-mate Alexander-Arnold were it not for a last-minute intervention.
    Speaking to the Daily Mail, Henderson revealed: “The days after beating Tottenham in the Champions League final were a blur. 
    “We returned to Liverpool for an open-topped bus parade with the trophy the following day. Within the week, I was in Trent Alexander-Arnold’s room in Portugal. 
    “We were there for the Nations League finals. We’d just had a training session with England, but our heads were still in the Estadio Metropolitano, and Trent had an idea.
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    “‘Let’s get tattoos!’ he said. ‘We should get the Champions League trophy tattooed on our calves.’
    “I haven’t got many tattoos. Just ones of my kids, which are on my ribs. Straight away, I said I was up for it, though.
    ‘”You’ll do it, too, right?’ I said. It was he who had suggested it, after all. ‘One hundred per cent,’ he said.”
    Henderson explained that he had arranged for former Liverpool defender Daniel Agger to help them book in their tattoos due to his expertise on the matter.
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    And with everything then arranged, Henderson added: “I pulled up outside his (Trent’s) villa at 11am.
    “I thought he might be waiting, but it was quiet. I waited for a bit, then he came out. He was looking a bit sheepish.
    ‘”Come on, get in,’ I said. He said ‘I can’t come’.”
    ‘”You what?’ My face dropped. ‘What do you mean, you can’t come?’
    “‘I can’t come because my mam says I’m not allowed,’ he said.
    “‘You f****** what?’ I said. ‘Get in the car, man. We’ve got to go. ‘Are you serious? Your mam says you can’t get a tattoo?’
    “It turned out that Trent had mentioned the tattoo to his brother, Tyler, who had mentioned it to his mam, and she had rung Trent up and basically said, ‘You’re not getting a tattoo. End of.'”
    And that was the end of that. Henderson posted a photo of the tattoo alongside artist Tommy Montaya, which in another world would have included his Liverpool team-mate as well.
    This season Liverpool have been enduring a far more turbulent time on the pitch, sitting down in eighth in the Premier League.
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    However they do remain in contention for another Champions League trophy – facing Real Madrid in the Last 16.
    Off the pitch Anfield has been rocked by the news that the club’s owners, Fenway Sports Group, has put them up for sale. More

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    Man City groundsman shows off Man Utd tattoo on leg as he inspects pitch before Fulham clash

    A MANCHESTER CITY groundsman has surprisingly been spotted with a tattoo of fierce rivals Manchester United. The member of staff was seen inspecting the pitch at the Etihad Stadium before Pep Guardiola’s side faced Fulham.
    A Man City groundsmen was spotted with a Man Utd tattoo by an eagle eyed photographerCredit: Reuters
    And the groundsman was photographed in shorts showing off his Man Utd leg tattoo in what feels like the wrong stadium.
    Of course there is nothing wrong with City employing a United fan but would he have got the role if he flexed his body art in his job interview?
    His work may have also led to his own side’s downfall as City, on their slick pitch, hammered Man Utd 6-3 earlier this season.
    Erling Haaland and Phil Foden both netted hat-tricks as they embarrassed their neighbours.
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    But maybe Man City are onto something hiring staff that support rival clubs as the blue side of Manchester’s pitch maintainers have been voted as the best in the Premier League in previous seasons.
    Back in 2021 manager Guardiola praised the groundstaff team, naming them his man of the match after a 2-1 win over West Ham.
    They secured a vital three points on their way to lifting the league title in snowy conditions that nearly resulted in the game being called off.
    Head groundsman Lee Jackson worked overtime clearing the pitch that day and Guardiola heaped praise on them saying they did an “incredible job”.
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    Jackson is one of the longest serving members of staff at the club and has worked for them for over 30 years.
    Man City left it late versus Fulham with Erling Haaland converting a last minute penalty to win it 2-1.
    The Cottagers were left hoping the tattooed United fan left a divot on the spot but there was no luck with keeper Bernd Leno getting a touch but not doing enough to stop it going in versus ten-man City. More