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      England new-boy Eberechi Eze considered taking a job at Tesco before hitting stardom with Crystal Palace

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      EBERECHI Eze has been called up by Gareth Southgate for the upcoming Euro 2024 qualifiers.The Crystal Palace midfielder, 24, has enjoyed a standout campaign for the Eagles – scoring ten times in the Premier League – just two years after making a move across London from QPR.
      Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze has earned his first England call-up
      But at one time it didn’t look like the fans’ favourite was going to make it in the game, nevermind getting Three Lions acknowledgement.
      Released by Arsenal and Millwall, the exciting talent could have been forgiven that a life in professional football wasn’t for him.
      And at his lowest, he considered taking a job working part-time at supermarket chain Tesco.
      While it all began for Eze on a council estate in a rough part of Greenwich, where he developed his close control and quick feet playing cage football.
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      GUN WRONG
      At QPR and Crystal Palace, Eze has had the opportunity to flourish, playing for teams that let him showcase his skills.
      But it wasn’t always that easy, and rejection was a big part of his early teens.
      He began at boyhood club Arsenal – who he has expressed his dream to play for one day.
      However, in 2011 the Gunners released Eze on the count of him being “too small”. It left the then 13-year-old distraught.
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      “It started at Arsenal. I was 13 [when I was released]. That was the worst one,” he told the Independent.
      Eze was rejected by Arsenal and played for QPRCredit: Rex Features
      “I remember crying in my room for a solid week, my mum telling me that it’s going to be OK but not being able to get over it.”
      TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS
      A stint at Fulham, followed by four months at Reading and Eze still couldn’t find any takers.
      In 2014, he joined Millwall, but wasn’t suited to their brand of route one football that left little room for a creative playmaker.
      Surprisingly, to Eze at least, he was called into the office of former manager Neil Harris, who told the youngster he wasn’t needed two years later.
      “When I got released by Millwall, I understood the decision. I get why Neil made that call,” he told talkSPORT.
      “You could see in training and in matches that I wasn’t their typical type of player.
      “I didn’t think I would get released at the time I did though – that came as a big shock to me.
      “I thought I’d probably get another year there, even though it didn’t look like there was much chance of me getting near the first team.
      “It took me by surprise, but ultimately it was a blessing in disguise.”
      After Eze was released by Millwall he feared for his football careerCredit: Instagram ebere_10
      Eze considered a job at Tesco before signing a deal with QPR in 2016Credit: Instagram ebere_10
      STACKING SHELVES
      With a career in football looking unlikely, Eze had to think about a making a life in something else.
      He enrolled at a college, and was on the verge of accepting a job part-time at a local Tesco.
      “When I initially got released [by Millwall] I wasn’t too down, as there were plenty of clubs interested in me,” he said.
      “But after being turned down by a few of them that’s when it really started hitting me. I was getting a bit worried – all I’ve ever wanted to do is to be a professional footballer.”
      He told the Independent: “I honestly have no idea what I would have done.
      “I didn’t like anything at school. Even P.E was a drag. When my agent told me I had a trial at QPR I just thought: ‘I have to get in’. There was no other option.”
      His saving grace was QPR’s technical director Chris Ramsey, who not only invited him for a trial but saw his potential.
      In 2019 Eze showcased his skills for England’s U20 teamCredit: Rex Features
      Eze signed a contract with the West London side in 2016, and became one of the most talked about players outside the Premier League.
      CAGE FOOTBALL
      Eze’s unique set of ball skills, able to dribble himself out of tight spots, was developed playing a brand of cage football – like ‘ballers’ Jadon Sancho and Reiss Nelson.
      He grew up in the flats opposite Greenwich Hospital, where football was his escape.
      “There are the nice parts [of Greenwich] and the not so nice parts,” he revealed.
      “I grew up in a not so nice part. It wasn’t the easiest life and you don’t have as much as other kids around you.
      Eze was raised in Greenwich and honed his skills playing cage footballCredit: Instagram ebere_10
      Midfielder Eze has risen to the top despite setbacks in his careerCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      “The first place we’d go after school is to the cage. We’d stay there till our parents called us in, not eating, playing all day and night.
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      “There wasn’t really anything else to do. But that’s where the love comes from. [At the time], you don’t realise it’s actually how you’re learning your trade.”
      A trade that could see Eze representing his country in the near future. More

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      I’m earning millions to fight Jake Paul but life won’t change, I’ll still shop at Tesco after I KO him, says Tommy Fury

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      TOMMY FURY is set to earn millions for fighting Jake Paul – but he will never be too rich or famous for his weekly Tesco shop. The unbeaten British boxing star looks to settle the score with YouTuber Paul in Saudi Arabia on Sunday, 4,000 miles away from home in Manchester.
      Tommy Fury says he won’t let the money he earns from fighting Jake Paul change himCredit: Getty
      And his purse is believed to be more than £2MILLION for the celebrity grudge match.
      But Fury – who welcomed baby daughter Bambi into the world last month – has vowed to remain down to Earth.
      He told SunSport in Riyadh: “The money will be good, 100 per cent, but my life, will it change? No. 
      “I’ll still sleep in the same bed, I’ll still drive the same car, I’ll still go to Tesco on the weekends to stock up. 
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      “I’ll still go on my same holidays and that’s it. I’m a real simple guy, I like to eat junk food, that’s my main thing. 
      “I’m not going to be living in Beverly Hills in LA or California, buying £1million watches and stuff like that. I’m not going to do that.
      “I’m not interested in that, my life will not change at all.” 
      Leaving behind baby Bambi and girlfriend Molly-Mae Hague is just one of the painful sacrifices Fury has made to finally fight Paul.
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      But once the bad blood is buried in the Diriyah desert, he plans to celebrate with his two biggest fans waiting at home.
      Fury added: “That’s what I’m looking forward to most, getting back, all the talk is over, and then I can just go about my business. 
      “Go back home, spend time with my daughter, my missus and just be a family man for the next few months.” 
      Fury has been afforded THREE chances of facing Paul, having twice pulled out before amid injury and US visa issues.
      It has kept the verbal feud festering for over two years but Fury promised now is the time to let his fists do the talking.
      He said: “I’m definitely relieved we’re here, at the end of the days it’s been a long road. 
      “It’s been two and a half years in the making, we’re here now and I can’t wait for Sunday. 
      “Everybody can see, by the way I’m sat here, I’m confident, calm, relaxed.
      ‘I’m not spouting a load of bulls*** down the phone. I’m here, I’m waiting for Sunday night.” 

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      Fury is joined by his heavyweight champion brother Tyson, 34, for the fight of his life, following years watching and learning.
      He said: “At the end of the day, even though this will only be my ninth professional fight, I’ve got buckets loads of experience. 
      “I’ve been around Tyson, been around world title fights, the fights with Deontay Wilder, been in the changing rooms for all of that, around the fight weeks. 
      “I’ve seen how it’s down and seen how it’s handled by the best. So I’m just taking that and putting it into my arsenal. 
      “I know my levels, it would be different if I was going up against a real 50/50 fight but the reality of it is, this isn’t it a 50/50 fight. 
      “I know I’m better than this man and when you have that feeling in your mind, it becomes easy and it becomes enjoyable.” 
      Fury simply cannot picture a loss against Paul and warned the YouTuber-turned boxer will taste both the deck and defeat.
      He predicted: “I will knock him out. I will knock Jake Paul out, very early.
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      “There is no other outcome in my mind, I’ve visualised this fight 100 times and I’ve seen him on the floor 100 times. 
      “There’s no way I don’t knock out Jake Paul. I’ve knocked out far better men in the past and he’ll be tasting canvas on the night.” 
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      Tommy Fury faces Jake Paul in Saudi ArabiaCredit: @trboxing More

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      Gareth Bale’s beer brand to hit supermarkets in celebration of Wales’ first World Cup appearance for 64 years

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      GARETH BALE’S own brand of beer is set to hit Welsh supermarkets next week as the country celebrates reaching the World Cup for the first time in 64 years.The former Tottenham and Real Madrid superstar, 33, helped Rob Page’s men to Qatar earlier this year.
      Bale’s lager and ale will be sold in supermarkets across WalesCredit: PA
      Bale Ale is a celebration of Wales’ World Cup qualificationCredit: PA
      Tesco will stock the unique beers marketed by BaleCredit: PA
      And they will now face England, Iran and the USA in the group stage of the World Cup – their first appearance at the tournament since 1958.
      As a mark of the historic accomplishment, Welsh supporters will be able to celebrate the games with a glass of Bale Ale or Bale Lager.
      Bottles of both will be available in Wales’ Tesco stores for £1.70 from October 3.
      National team skipper Bale plans to donate a percentage of the profits from the beers to the development of grassroots football in his home country.
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      He told PA news agency: “I am really looking forward to launching Bale Ale and Bale Lager into Tesco stores across Wales – it’s something we started a few years ago and to see the brand grow is really exciting.
      “Being able to team up and work with Glamorgan Brewing Co, who are based only 10 minutes from my house, makes it even more special and we are extremely proud of what we have created together.
      “With this partnership we aim to give something back to Welsh grassroots football, and in particular, we want to help develop football facilities across Wales on a local level.
      “We hope fans across Wales will be able to enjoy some Bale Ale and Lager as we head into the World Cup this year.”
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      It has not yet been confirmed whether or not Bale’s beers will be stocked across other parts of the UK outside of Wales.
      But there are plans to export it to California in 2023 – where he is currently playing his club football for Los Angeles FC.
      Bale Ale has been described as a “bright, fresh-tasting juicy golden brew” made from Goldings, Columbus and Citra hops.
      While Bale Lager is said to be a “crisp, clean-tasting” drink brewed with Saaz hops.
      The Welsh wizard even poured himself a glass to get a good look at the colourCredit: PA
      Both an ale and a lager will be available for customers in WalesCredit: PA More

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      Tesco and Co-op to close EARLY on Sunday so staff can watch Euro 2020 final as hopes for August Bank Holiday grow

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      TESCO and Co-op stores across the country will be shutting up shop early on Sunday so workers can get home in time to watch England’s epic showdown against Italy as football fever grips the nation.It comes amid hopes Boris Johnson will rubber-stamp plans for an extra bank holiday – should the Three Lions claim Euro 2020 victory.
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      Some shop workers are being allowed to finish early on Sunday to enjoy the gameCredit: Reuters
      Tesco Express stores will be closing at 7.45pm on SundayCredit: PA
      The PM has ruled out springing a surprise Bank Holiday on employers this Monday, but with calls mounting for an extra summer bank holiday if England win so the nation can celebrate, No10 could sign off a day in August.
      For now, however, it’s good news for some Tesco and Co-op staff who will be able to enjoy the 8pm clash at Wembley without having to keep one eye on the till as bosses have signed off plans to shut early.
      England’s 1,600 Tesco Express stores will close at 7.45pm on Sunday, instead of midnight, while Co-op will shut its 2,034 food stores at the same time, Sky reports.
      Co-op’s 24 hour petrol stations will also be out of bounds between 7.45pm and 11pm.
      Chris Whitfield, Co-op’s chief operating officer, said: “We appreciate just how much this means to many of our store colleagues and we want them to be able to celebrate at home with their family and friends.”
      Lidl stores will be opening an hour later on Monday morning if England clinch the win at Wembley – while Iceland is delaying opening stores, home deliveries and meetings either way.
      Co-op stores will also be shutting early so staff can get homeCredit: Alamy
      Some companies are letting workers clock in late on MondayCredit: Rex
      The Three Lions bagged a place in the final with a stunning victory over DenmarkCredit: Getty
      The chain will also be halting home deliveries after 7pm on Sunday to let drivers get home in time.
      It comes as England fans are set to get extra time to recover after Sunday night’s Euro final.
      Many firms are allowing staff a lie-in on Monday morning to sleep off the boozy celebrations 
      Schools are also getting in the action, with many announcing that pupils can come in late on Monday so they can enjoy the late-night match.
      In one case, teachers Rossmere Primary School in Hartlepool have told parents they can let their kids have a lie in on Monday morning.
      Parents and carers were told the Euros final will be a “learning opportunity”.
      Students will be able to show up for class by 10.30am on Monday morning.
      Meanwhile, a company boasted that it would give its staff a day off after the Euro 2020 final – before workers were emailed and told they wouldn’t be getting it.
      LookFantastic, which sells beauty, skincare, and haircare products, promised to give its employees a day off after England’s game if their social media post reached a certain number of likes.
      The company, owned by The Hut Group, said that the “fate of Team Fantastic is in your hands” as the amount of “likes” would determine what time work begins on Monday morning.
      And if the post gained 7,000 likes, the firm said that the employees would be given a whole day off after the Euro 2020 final.
      The Instagram post read: “IT’S COMING HOME. In honour of that, we’ve decided to give you the power on what time our teams start work on Monday…
      “You need to act quick though – we’ll take the count at 5pm!”
      Millions are set to watch the final on SundayCredit: Reuters
      The Three Lions will take on Italy on Sunday after seeing off Denmark on WednesdayCredit: Getty
      But in an internal email seen by The Sun Online, employees were told that the “stunt” was just a “great engagement opportunity.”
      Workers were told that the social media target and the promise of a day off after England’s final was “not official comms.”
      Despite the post on Instagram reaching over 30,000 likes – surpassing the top target – workers were told that they were “lucky to have been given the 12pm start.”
      England roared to success against Denmark on Wednesday with Gareth Southgate’s lads bagging a place in the final with a 2-1 win.
      It is the first time in 55 years – since the glorious 1966 World Cup win – England have made it to a major tournament final.
      The nail-biting final will be played at Wembley – with thousands of fans expected to flood the capital’s streets ahead of the title-race game.
      England are now favourites amid a betting spree at bookies.

      The government has already extended pub opening hours to 11.15pm on Sunday in case of extra-time and penalties.
      Mr Johnson signed off plans for extra drinking time for Sunday night’s Wembley showdown.
      Meanwhile, there are calls for Southgate to be made a Sir if he becomes the first England manager since Sir Alf Ramsey to win a trophy. More