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    Teen abused England’s Callum Wilson online after he passed ball to white teammate instead of scoring himself

    A TEENAGER abused England striker Callum Wilson on X/Twitter because he passed the ball to a white team-mate instead of scoring himself.Ibukun Quadri was 19 when he called the player a racially derogatory term for setting up Jack Grealish in the 2022 World Cup 6-2 victory over Iran.Teenager Ibukun Quadri used a racially derogatory term against England player Callum Wilson after he passed the ball to a white team-mate instead of scoring himselfCredit: GettyHe wrote: “Wilson you are a **** for that”, Westminster JPs heard.He told cops later that the previous four scorers had been black and if Newcastle’s Wilson had scored “it would have been a great achievement for black people”.Andrew Benington, defending, said “silly” Quadri had “not realised the racial connotations” of his comment.Quadri, 21, of Crayford, South East London, admitted sending a communication conveying an offensive message. READ MORE ON CALLUM WILSONJudge John Zani said: “Mr Quadri, you are obviously an intelligent young man. “You made a very serious mistake of judgement.“You need to learn the gravity of sending such communication and the effect it can have.“I do not have the view of sending you to prison for this.”Most read in FootballQuadri was bailed for reports.Callum Wilson arrives for training with England football team at St. George’s Park More

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    Arsenal’s Reiss Nelson sued after his Italian mastiff ‘attacked sports masseur’ as they posed for selfie

    ARSENAL star Reiss Nelson is being sued by his sports masseur who claims the player’s Italian mastiff attacked him as they posed for a selfie.Saeid Motaali, 50, alleges the dog went for his neck and bit him on the arm he raised to protect himself at Nelson’s pad in North London.Reiss Nelson, with his Italian mastiff, is being sued by a sports masseur who claims the dog attacked himCredit: FieldfisherSaeid Motaali claims Reiss’s dog attacked his neck and bit him on the armCredit: FieldfisherNelson playing for the GunnersCredit: GettyIt is said to have happened in 2020 after Mr Motaali finished a sports massage with the star and asked for a photo with him and his pet.According to the Evening Standard, Mr Motaali’s legal team said: “The dog was a large powerful animal.”A High Court claim accuses Nelson of failing to control the animal, which had allegedly been trained as a guard dog.The therapist says he has not been able to work for more than three years due to the incident.READ MORE ON REISS NELSONMr Nelson previously denied the accusation.Nelson also has concerns on the pitch, after penning a contract extension last summerit would be no surprise to see the club cash in this time around.The 24-year-old winger has been in the starting XI just once across both the Prem and Champions League this season.Nelson is surplus to requirements and it would take an injury to a key man like Bukayo Saka, Leandro Trossard or Gabriel Martinelli for him to be handed a chance in the remainder of the campaign.Most read in FootballHis best moment in a Gunners shirt came when he scored a last-gasp winner in the 3-2 victory over Bournemouth last season.He has to come up with something similar to avoid being sold amid interest from Brighton.Arsenal’s title chances are ‘100% gone’ according to club legend who savages ‘lazy’ Gunners after Aston Villa shocker More

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    Newcastle United co-owner Amanda Staveley appealing order to pay £3.4million to Greek shipping tycoon

    NEWCASTLE United co-owner Amanda Staveley is appealing against an order to pay £3.4million to a shipping tycoon.She had been given until Monday to transfer the money to Victor Restis or face a court bankruptcy petition.Amanda Staveley is appealing against an order to pay £3.4m to Greek tycoon Victor RestisCredit: PANewcastle United director Ms Staveley owns a 6% chunk of the clubCredit: GettyThat would disqualify Ms Staveley, worth £110million, as a director at Newcastle, where she has a six per cent share.Her first bid to throw out the case was dismissed but yesterday she filed documents at the High Court seeking an appeal.If granted it will be heard later this year.The spat stems from a £10million payment Greek magnate Mr Restis, 55, made to Ms Staveley, 51, in 2008, which he wants her to repay.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSHe demanded £37million including an interest payment of £31million — branded “exorbitant” by Ms Staveley’s lawyers.Ted Loveday, representing her, had argued the dealmaker felt “intimidated” into signing documents that made her liable to repay Restis instead of her investment firm.Insolvency Judge Daniel Schaffer previously dismissed her case as it “ventured into the realm of fantasy”.A spokesman for Staveley said at the time that she did not accept the ruling.Most read in FootballNewcastle reveal incredible new hi-tech shirt that allows deaf fans to experience atmosphere for first time More

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    Former Premier League manager’s joy as he helps Britain’s worst football team win for first time

    HARRY Redknapp saw Britain’s worst football team win for the first time — and said it was just as exciting as the Champions League.The former Premier League boss, 77, has been helping Cwm Albion after they lost all 22 games last season with a -191 goal difference.Harry Redknapp has guided Britain’s worst football team to their first win of the seasonCredit: WNSHarry was ecstatic to watch Cwm Albion overcome a 2-0 deficitCredit: WNSAnd he was thrilled to see them overhaul a 2-0 deficit to beat Birchgrove Colts 3rds 3-2 in the Swansea Senior League.The former Spurs, Portsmouth and West Ham boss, who retired in 2017, said: “I’ve been everywhere, I’ve been to Real Madrid, Milan, Old Trafford, Anfield and I’ve ended up here.”Oh my God, how exciting was that and what a goal from Shayne…I can’t tell you how much I enjoyed that.”I was so into that game. I’m just as excited today as when Tottenham beat Milan 1-0 in Milan. This was just as exciting for me today.”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSIt is a better season for Albion who have also had ex-Swansea boss Garry Monk on board as part of a Specsavers contest.Redknapp said: “When I got the call up from Specsavers, I didn’t know what to expect.”The team’s 191-goal difference certainly caught my eye, but after meeting the lads, you can’t doubt their determination.”They’re a real close unit, and their hard work is already starting to pay off, with the lads securing their first win in three years.Most read in Football”With the right training and guidance, I’m hopeful that these victories will continue throughout the season.”Redknapp will take training sessions with the team and pass on vital knowledge to the players as well as words of wisdom to usual manager Dan Gill.Harry Redknapp celebrates his win at Cheltenham racesSpeaking previously, Dan said: “Having Harry on board for the season is the biggest thing to have happened to our club since I joined when I was 16 years old.”He’s a huge inspiration for myself and the lads and we can’t wait to start training with him.’Redknapp will continue training sessions with the team and pass on vital knowledge to the playersCredit: WNS More

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    Kyle Walker reveals gender of fourth baby with Annie Kilner & hints at name as pals say he was by her side during birth

    MANCHESTER City’s Kyle Walker has become a dad for the sixth time after estranged wife Annie ­Kilner gave birth to a boy.Pals said Annie, 30, was “doing well” and the England defender, 33, held her hand at the delivery. Kyle Walker has become a father for the sixth time after estranged wife Annie ­Kilner gave birth to a boyCredit: BackGridAnnie was already mum to three of Kyle’s childrenCredit: Refer to CaptionFriends said Kyle ‘couldn’t be happier’ after estranged wife Annie gave birth this weekKyle and Annie pictured together in 2018The couple, who now have four sons, took time apart in January after it was revealed Walker had a second child with model Lauryn Goodman, 33.Friends said the defender, 33, “couldn’t be happier” after Annie gave birth this week — their fourth son together.Annie — already mum to Roman, 11, Riaan, seven, and Reign, five — was “doing well”.A source said: “Mum and baby are both happy and healthy.READ MORE ON KYLE WALKER“Kyle couldn’t be happier to have four boys and is so proud of Annie.“He was by her side when she gave birth. “It has not been an easy few months for them but Kyle is doing everything he can to ­support Annie.”The newborn’s name is under wraps for now but it is likely to begin with “R”, like his brothers.Most read in FootballThe Sun revealed in January that Annie had kicked Kyle out of the family’s £3.5million home in Prestbury, Cheshire.But a friend said: “Having their son has made Kyle and Annie think about their relationship and they are committed to working on it together.”Man City star Kyle Walker names shock opponent who is toughest he has ever facedLast month she was there to see Kyle captain England for the first time, as he walked out with their three sons at Wembley before the match against Brazil.He got injured in that game but is expected to be in the Man City squad for tonight’s Champions League clash with Real Madrid.Pals said Annie was keen for him to remain a stable fixture in their young family’s life.The friend added: “Having Kyle in the delivery suite was a no-brainer for Annie.“While they are still navigating their relationship as a couple, Annie would never stop Kyle from spending time with their children.”Kyle with three of his kids with Annie, right, ahead of an international friendly match at Wembley Stadium last monthKyle also has two children with Lauryn GoodmanCredit: Click News and MediaTheir split came after Lauryn revealed Kyle was the father of her young son and daughter.In a bombshell interview with The Sun, Kyle said he bitterly regretted hurting “soulmate” Annie.The footballer said: “What I’ve done is horrible and I take full responsibility. “I made idiot choices and idiot decisions.”READ MORE SUN STORIESKyle landed a first Treble with City last season and is again pushing to win the Prem, FA Cup and Champions League.A pal said he was fully focused on tonight’s game at the Etihad, adding: “He can’t wait to get back out on the pitch with the squad.”ANNIE AND KYLE’S RELATIONSHIP
    Annie Kilner and Kyle Walker started dating in their teens.
    The brunette beauty said: “When we started going out it was love at first sight.”
    They were together for over nine years before splitting in May 2019.
    Walker then became a dad for the fourth time after a short-term relationship with Lauryn Goodman.
    Despite the challenges in their relationship, Walker and Kilner put their troubles behind them and got married at the beginning of 2022 after the England star proposed with a £250,000 engagement ring.
    In March 2023, the pair were spotted kissing in public, with life seemingly back to normal.
    The couple then split in January 2024 after Goodman revealed the footballer was the father of her two children. More

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    Paul Gascoigne’s bizarre pre-match snack revealed by former team-mate Gary Lineker, who laughs ‘only Gazza’

    FORMER footie idol Paul Gascoigne used to scoff corn flakes before a game to help him rise and shine on the pitch.He tucked in to the breakfast cereal as part of his pre-match meal, former team-mate Gary Lineker reveals.Match of the Day host Gary Lineker revealed on Radio 4 that Paul Gascoigne enjoyed corn flakes as a pre-game snackCredit: GettyGazza, 56, was in his prime and playing for Tottenham at the time in the 1990/91 season.He steered Spurs to FA Cup glory with a stunning free-kick versus arch rivals Arsenal in a 3-1 semi-final win.Match of the Day host Lineker, 63, read out a list of their pre-match meals on BBC Radio 4’s The Food Programme.He said: “Paul Allen, roast chicken, Nayim, lasagne, Guoni Bergsson, spaghetti bolognese — as did I apparently.READ MORE ON PAUL GASCOIGNE“Pasta seemed to be the thing back then.“Paul Gascoigne, lasagne and corn flakes. Only Gazza.”Lineker also revealed that his plans to stay healthy in Barcelona were thrown into disarray, explaining: “I went to Barcelona and even on the day of the game you’d sit at tables of four and there would always be a bottle of Rioja on the table and four glasses.”“Even pre-match you’d drink the whole bottle between you.Most read in Football“Me and Mark Hughes couldn’t believe it when we first joined.“We thought ‘this is alright’. “I can’t imagine that’s still a thing now – I’d be very surprised.”Roy Keane told Paul Gascoigne ‘Gazza, stop it’ after England legend taunted Man Utd icon over his ‘wife’ More

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    Man City hero Jack Grealish reveals steamy new nighttime ritual that leaves him feeling ‘so good’

    JACK Grealish has been getting steaming again – after he confessed to having a sauna every night before he goes to bed.The Manchester City and England winger is well known for his love of a boozy night out, famously partying for days in his City kit after winning the treble.Jack Grealish has confessed to having a sauna every night before he goes to bedCredit: InstagramGrealish had a traditional Swedish sauna hut installed at his £5.6m mansionCredit: InstagramBut he has now had a traditional Swedish sauna hut installed at his £5.6m mansion in Cheshire where he lives with Wag Sasha Attwood.And each night the 28-year-old wanders into the garden to spend at least ten minutes sweating out any toxins in temperatures of 110C.Once finished, he then spends another ten minutes sitting outside in the open to enjoy the fresh air.A source said: “Jack loves to get steaming when the time is right and makes no apology for it. But it seems like as he’s matured he’s discovered there are different ways to spend your time.READ MORE ON GREALISH“His partner Sasha is big on health and fitness and they are enjoying being able to pop into their own personal sauna whenever they want. It’s become his new routine before bed.”The moneybags Man City star filmed an ad last month with some of his England teammates.The winger signed up for a new Hellman’s mayonnaise advert campaign.Insiders said the mayo ad would air in the run up to the Euros in Germany this summer.Most read in FootballA source said: “Jack is a man in demand off the pitch and he’s the star of a new Hellman’s mayo ad.“He took part in a video shoot alongside some other England players in Manchester.Jack Grealish’s dog did ‘the biggest s***’ on Man City’s training pitch as England star reveals unusual habits“The details of the shoot are being kept under wraps but it’ll show Jack and his teammates enjoying a squirt or two of the white stuff.” More

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    Arsenal hunting down sick racist who posted vile tweet about England ace Bukayo Saka

    ARSENAL have stepped up their efforts in the hunt for a racist who abused forward Bukayo Saka on social media.The Premier League side contacted X/Twitter bosses at the weekend to demand the post be removed.Arsenal have stepped up their efforts in the hunt for the racist who abused Bukayo Saka onlineCredit: AlamySaka also received racist abuse after missing a penalty in the Euro 2020 finalCredit: AlamyAnd they are now working with data science company Signify to unmask the troll.The firm uses AI tech to identify abusive social media users.Last year, 18 Arsenal members were banned as a result of its probes.Yesterday, London’s Met Police also confirmed officers are investigating the offensive post, but said no arrests had yet been made.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSSaka, 22 — who played in yesterday’s 2-0 defeat to Aston Villa — was subjected to a vile slur by the yob who said he “needs to be humbled before he ruins this sport any further”.It came after Arsenal’s 2-2 Champions League draw with Bayern Munich last Tuesday in which Saka went down late on and appealed for a penalty.Some fans believe he tried to con the referee by throwing himself into Bayern’s goalie.His abuser’s account has now been made private, so it is not known if the offensive post has been deleted or not.Most read in FootballHowever, The Sun on Sunday revealed Elon Musk’s platform had refused to remove it after it was reported — insisting it “did not violate safety policies”.A source at Arsenal said: “Player welfare is our first priority and our full focus is on supporting Bukayo. We have began our own investigation to attempt to identify the abuser and have contacted X.Raging Bukayo Saka pushed away from referee after Arsenal are denied last-minute penalty against Bayern Munich “We’ll always take strong action to stamp out this abhorrent behaviour.”Arsenal began working with Signify after Saka and England teammates Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho were racially abused for missing penalties in the Euro 2020 final shootout defeat to Italy.The Sun approached X for comment.X refused to remove the racist postCredit: Rex More