The Sun Newspaper

Subterms

    More stories

    • 263 Shares179 Views

      in Soccer

      England Wags vow to protect Kyle Walker’s wife Annie from any meeting with his mistress Lauryn Goodman at last 16 clash

      by

      ENGLAND’S Wags have united behind Kyle Walker’s wife Annie amid fears his ex- mistress Lauryn Goodman will also be at tomorrow’s last-16 game against Slovakia.Megan Pickford, wife of goalie Jordan, Anouska Santos, girlfriend of Luke Shaw, and Tolami Benson, partner of Bukayo Saka, have vowed to protect Annie, 32. Wags have united behind Annie Kilner amid fears Lauryn will again be at the last 16 clash, above Dani far right, with Tolami, Ellie, Megan, and AnouskaCredit: InstagramKyle Walker with wife Annie and their children after England’s 1-1 draw with DenmarkCredit: EURO 2024 News Pool (ENP) – Denmark vs EnglandLauryn and her son Kairo also attended the Denmark matchCredit: SplashA source said: “They have her back.”Annie and three of her four sons with Man City ace Kyle are taking a private jet to tomorrow’s match against Slovakia.Lauryn may also be in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, with Kairo, her four-year-old son with the defender. The pair also have a daughter, who is ten months old.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnnie narrowly missed her rival at the 1-1 draw with Denmark in Frankfurt on June 20.Pal Megan Pickford, wife of goalie Jordan, was said to have been appalled by Lauryn’s attendance at that game.Also in Annie’s corner are Anouska Santos, girlfriend of Luke Shaw, and Bukayo Saka’s partner Tolami Benson.A Wag source said: “They have all known Annie for a long time. Most read in Euro 2024“They stick together and want Annie to know she is not alone. “They have her back.” Kyle Walker and wife Annie Kilner celebrate in the stands with kids after England win on Father’s DayAnnie has kept a dignified silence since discovering in January that Kyle had fathered Lauryn’s second child.She kicked him out of their home, and the player has been trying to repair the damage ever since.The source added: “Meghan, Anouska and the other Wags can’t begin to imagine what Annie is going through.“It must be so hard, but even more so because it’s so public.“Annie is dealing with what Kyle has done and wants to do that privately.“But she’s also put her feelings to one side to take their boys to the matches.“Yet, all the while, she has no idea if Lauryn will be there. “It’s a terrible situation and made worse by Lauryn who appears to be trying to promote herself as a Wag. “She’s deluded.”Another source said: “There’s a sense of bewilderment about why Lauryn would go to the match.“Kyle has nothing to do with the children and no emotional relationship with them. “They’ve never been to any of his previous matches.“I’m sure they support England and no one would begrudge them going. “But why do it so publicly?”Influencer Lauryn, 33, stunned Kyle and Annie after taking Kairo to the 1-1 draw with Denmark in Frankfurt on June 20. Kairo wore an England shirt with No2 and “Daddy” on the back.They flew out with a journalist and Lauryn posed for photos before kick-off, insisting: “There was no way I wasn’t going to take Kairo to the Euros.“I wanted it to be something he could remember for ever. We are not here to please other people.“It’s about Kairo and what is best for him and what is going to make him happy. “I won’t be scapegoated or bullied and made to feel like a villain.”Lauryn said she had not even given a chance meeting with Annie a second thought. She added: “I wasn’t fearful at all that I was going to bump into her.“It doesn’t cross my mind. “I couldn’t care less. “I just get on with things.“I was there for Kairo, no one else, and if anyone has an issue with it, that’s their problem, not mine.”READ MORE SUN STORIESThree of Team Annie — Tolami, Anouska and Megan — featured in a picture posted yesterday by Jarrod Bowen’s partner Dani Dyer. It also included Ollie Watkins’ girlfriend Ellie Alderson and was taken before Tuesday’s 0-0 draw against Slovenia.Annie and three of her four sons with Man City ace Kyle are taking a private jet to the clash against SlovakiaCredit: Refer to CaptionAnnie narrowly missed Lauryn at the match against Denmark in FrankfurtCredit: EURO 2024 News Pool (ENP) – Denmark vs EnglandThe ace has been trying to repair his relationship with Annie after he fathered a second child with LaurynCredit: BackGrid More

    • 288 Shares159 Views

      in Soccer

      Junior Jude Bellingham to a tiny Harry Kane… Three Lions heroes when they were just cubs – so how many do you recognise?

      by

      ONE cheeky looking lad has his face painted with a St George’s flag while others proudly show off schoolboy medals.But these adorable photos aren’t of youngsters dreaming of emulating their footie heroes – they ARE the Three Lions, snapped playing the beautiful game as youngsters.Harry Kane’s first club Ridgeway Rovers say the England striker is an inspirationCredit: Collect picture .England’s record scorer Harry has come a long way since he began his careerCredit: GettyAhead of tomorrow’s last 16 clash against Slovakia, Robin Perrie and Nick Parker spoke to the players’ former clubs – who have sent their own good luck messages.Harry Kane Bayern Munich & Ridgeway RoversRIDGEWAY Rovers in Chingford, East London has produced not one, but two England captains – with Harry, 30, following in David Beckham’s footsteps.Chairman Ian Marshall said: “I really hope we go on to win this with Harry Kane taking a lead role.“When he wears that armband he’s a true leader for England. He has that ability to raise his game that extra five per cent.READ MORE ON ENGLAND TEAM“Harry means such a lot to us here, but he’s a player to be celebrated by the whole country now.“The kids here love to see Harry do well and he’s a tremendous inspiration for youngsters coming up through this club.”Jude Bellingham Real Madrid & Stourbridge JuniorsJude Bellingham could have become a cricket star if he wanted to, it is claimedCredit: Collect picture .Real Madrid midfielder Jude is one of England’s most exciting playersCredit: GettyTHE way Jude, who turns 21 today, has taken La Liga by storm with Real Madrid, shows he was destined to be a star – and not just as a footballer.At Hagley Cricket Club, Worcs, an 11-year-old Bellingham stood out.Most read in Euro 2024Club chairman Mark Baker, 71, said: “If he had focused on cricket, he could have gone far in the game.”But football was always his first love and he showed he has always been up for the cup when he posed for a pic with the FA Cup as a kid with non-league Leamington FC.Man Utd fans in meltdown over moment Kobbie Mainoo ‘sends Joe Gomez back to Charlton Athletic’ in England training Club chairman Jim Scott, 68, said: “What struck me about young Jude, even at that age, was how remarkably mature he was. “Forget about Jude the footballer, Jude the young man was very well brought up with great manners and great standards.”Bukayo Saka Arsenal & Greenford CelticArsenal academy star Bukayo Saka began his fledgling career a Greenford CelticCredit: Collect picture .Bukayo is now playing in his second European ChampionshipsCredit: GettyTHE 22-year-old flying winger played his first game at Greenford Celtic FC, in West ­London, before moving to Arsenal’s academy. The original club no longer exists and it later became Celtic- 1995 FC.Chairman Albert Tamou said: “We’re very proud Bukayo started at our club and has gone on to achieve such great things.”John Stones Man City & Penistone Church FCJohn Stones’ talent stood out from a young age at Penistone Church FCCredit: Collect picture .John is England’s most important defender with Harrry Maguire out injuredCredit: GettyJOHN, 30, stood out the first time he played for Penistone Church FC, aged seven, in Barnsley.Club secretary Dave Hampshire recalled: “When he joined Penistone it was clear that he had something extra – he had an awareness about him.“When we see Penistone Church FC next to his name it gives the club a boost. “We wish him the very best at Euro 2024.”Kobbie Mainoo Man Utd & Cheadle And Gatley Juniors, Adam Wharton Crystal Palace & Moorland AcademyManchester United youngster Kobbie Mainoo is one of England’s newest starsCredit: Kobbie wants to win the Euros after helping his club lift the FA CupCredit: GettyCrystal Palace’s Adam Wharton also made his name as a youngster in LancashireCredit: Collect picture .Wharton was a surprise call-up after a superb second half of the seasonCredit: GettyIT wasn’t long ago that England starlets Adam, 20, and 19-year-old Kobbie were enjoying junior football games in Lancashire.The gifted midfielders may yet play a huge role for England in their first senior tournament, after playing for ­Moorland Academy in Clitheroe and Cheadle And Gatley Juniors, in Stockport, respectively.A Moorland spokesman said: “It’s difficult to put into words how over the moon we are about what Adam has achieved. “We wish him every success.”And Cheadle And Gatley Juniors said they were “so proud” to see Kobbie in the England squad.Coach Steve Vare said: “He wasn’t one of these young lads that might be a little ­arrogant – he was very quiet and he’d let his football do the talking.”Aaron Ramsdale Arsenal & Kyle Walker Man City, both Sheffield United AcademyKyle Walker is one of two England players to come through Sheffield United’s ranksCredit: Blades sportsKyle is now one of England’s most successful players at club levelCredit: GettyKyle’s path was followed by Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron RamsdaleCredit: Collect picture .SHEFFIELD United Academy manager Derek Geary knew both Aaron, 26, and 34-year-old Kyle when they were youngsters.Aaron’s prowess between the sticks singled him out as a special talent, while Kyle’s electric turn of foot caught the eye.Derek said: “I could see straight away that Aaron was going to make it as a professional.“Not just because he was talented, but his character was outrageous.“He was bubbly and full of energy, but he was obsessed with being a goalkeeper and loved being at Sheffield United.“Kyle was very, very fast. “He was very determined, very outgoing, full of energy and ultra-ambitious.“He suited the modern day full-back position. “There was absolutely no doubt in my mind that he was going to go on and have the great career that he has.“They are both now an inspiration to the current players here because they see pictures of them around the Academy.”Phil Foden Man City & Reddish VulcansPhil Foden had ‘frightening’ talent as a youngsterCredit: Man City ace Phil has just become a dad for a third timeCredit: GettyNEW dad Phil, 24, dazzled even as a youngster for Reddish Vulcans in his home town of Stockport.A club spokesman said: “Even at the age of seven his control, ­movement and change of direction were frightening.“He would leave players trailing.“It’s a wonderful knowing that Phil played for us.“He’s inspired a lot of children in our community and we are ­honoured to say that he was once here.”Marc Guehi Crystal Palace & Cray WanderersMarc Guehi is making former club Cray Wanderers very proudCredit: Collect picture .The Crystal Palace defender is one of England’s rising starsCredit: GettyENGLAND’S stand-out defender, 23, at the Euros once played for Cray Wanderers in South East London.CEO Sam Wright said: “It’s fantastic to have a guy who played in our under-7s and under-8s now representing England at the Euros.“We’ve been blown away by how well he has done. “After the Iceland friendly I worried whether the big stage might be too much for him but he’s been absolutely magnificent.“Even when he makes an error he makes sure he recovers and clear the danger.”Jarrod Bowen West Ham & Leominster TownWest Ham star Jarrod Bowen is living his dream by representing EnglandCredit: Collect picture .THE little lad with the face paint and the St George’s Cross hair do is now a millionaire Premier League star with West Ham United. And he’s also dating arguably England’s most famous Wag – Love Islander Dani Dyer.But for the 27-year-old winger it all started at Leominster Town FC, in his home town in Herefordshire.Club chairman Andy Barrington said: “I am incredibly proud that Jarrod made it into the England squad for the Euros.READ MORE SUN STORIES“It’s a momentous occasion for him, for our club, and our entire community. “His journey from a grassroots footballer at Leominster Town to an international star is nothing short of inspirational.”Jarrod has been looking to make an impact from the bench in England’s opening gamesCredit: Getty More

    • 250 Shares179 Views

      in Soccer

      England Euro 2024 star Anthony Gordon ‘got brakes mixed up’ before high-speed bike crash as he shows off his injuries

      by

      ENGLAND ace Anthony Gordon gave fans an injury fright ­yesterday after a high-speed fall off an e-bike.Gordon may have got his brakes mixed up when he tumbled from his e-bike, one of his team-mates said yesterday.Anthony Gordon may have got his brakes mixed up when he tumbled from his e-bike as he was spotted with injuries on his faceCredit: PAGordon also sported nasty injuries to his hands and leg following the high-speed crashCredit: GettyGordon fell from his bike during an England ‘recovery’ session on Wednesday, the player seen at training in BlankenhainCredit: AFPThe 23-year-old was at training ­yesterday sporting nasty injuries to his face, hands and leg following a high-speed crash during an England “recovery” session on Wednesday.The evening before, Gordon was a rare positive as a late substitute in the bore draw with Slovenia, leading to calls for him to start against Slovakia on Sunday.Defender Ezri Konsa was among the players who went zipping around the team’s stunning base in Blankenhain, eastern Germany — and confessed to laughing when he saw Gordon lying bleeding on the ground.The Aston Villa star, 26, said: “It was a recovery session, some players were out in front and as I was coming down the hill I saw Ant and he was lying there with his face bloodied, hands and chin and I just started laughing! At least he wore his ­helmet. That’s the main thing.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLEzri said he had “never been on a bike like it”, adding: “It’s weird – you can pick up some speed. “It’s got a turbo button, so you press the turbo button and as you pedal it just goes quick.“It must have been a bad fall. “I think he pressed the wrong brake because back in England the brakes are on different sides, so the left is the back.Most read in Euro 2024“I think he pressed the left and it was the front and he just took off!“He’s fine. He’s doing well. I think that will be the last time we go on the bike!”SunSport’s Latest Euro 2024 headlinesGordon appeared in good spirits during training yesterday at the squad’s camp, despite a deep graze on his chin plus another on his nose as well as injuries to his hands and a scuffed knee. Centre-back Marc Guehi said: “I saw that massive gash on his chin but he’s OK – he just fell off his bike. It’s been a bit of a joke in camp.”Gordon’s pace and trickery opened up the Slovenia defence at the end of Tuesday’s goalless yawnfest — laying on one of England’s best chances, only for Cole Palmer to fire at the keeper.The Newcastle United star is expected to be fit for Sunday’s crunch last-16 clash in Gelsenkirchen. An England source said: “Anthony was out with other players on the e-bikes they use during recovery after games and came a cropper.“It was quite a bump but thankfully he’s OK and the injuries won’t affect his match fitness at all. He will definitely be available for selection.”READ MORE SUN STORIESManager Gareth Southgate — who had plastic beer cups thrown at him by angry fans on Tuesday — was also boosted by the expected return of left-back Luke Shaw, who has been out injured since February.Asked when he would come back into the England team, the Manchester United star declared firmly yesterday: “Next game.”The ace appeared in good spirits during training at the squad’s campCredit: AFPThe Three Lions players on their bikes last weekCredit: GettyTrent Alexander-Arnold seen riding last weekCredit: https://x.com/England/status/1806032177752322488Calls for him to start against Slovakia on Sunday are growingCredit: Getty More

    • 200 Shares159 Views

      in Soccer

      England’s Wags fly across Germany to lift spirits of squad following woeful 0-0 draw against Slovenia

      by

      ENGLAND’S glamorous WAGs flew across Germany yesterday to try and lift their fellas’ spirits after the woeful 0-0 score bore against Slovenia sent fans to sleep.The players left the pitch in Cologne with boos ringing in their ears and drinks cups being hurled at Gareth Southgate after the team limped into the knockout stage.Anthony Gordon’s girlfriend Annie Keating at the Slovenia gameCredit: ReutersBukayo Saka’s girlfriend Tolami Benson was snapped at the Euros matchCredit: GettyJarrod Bowen’s partner Dani Dyer at Tuesday’s group gameCredit: GettyAfter the final whistle their families gave them reassuring hugs and words of comfort in the stand.Harry Kane’s wife Katie Goodland, Bukayo Saka’s girlfriend Tolami Benson and Jarrod Bowen’s partner Dani Dyer were in the stands for the match.And some of them yesterday flew 170 miles on private jets to spend a few hours with the team at their five-star hotel.Conor Gallagher’s girlfriend Aine May Kennedy, 25, and Anthony Gordon’s partner Annie Keating flew into Erfurt airport in a Cessna 525 jet with other family members.READ MORE ON EURO 2024And John Stones’ girlfriend Olivia Naylor, 34, landed moments later in a Cessna 560 after a 36-minute flight from Cologne.Olivia, wearing a white dress, walked down the plane’s steps holding the couple’s six-month-old son in a baby carrier.Aine was wearing a white vest top and was holding a red leather jacket which she put on as she walked the short distance across the tarmac to a waiting people carrier.Annie was wearing a white crop top and denim shorts.Most read in Euro 2024They were driven the 28 miles to the team’s base at the 350-acre Weimarer Golf Hotel and Spa at Blankenhain.The families got to spend a few hours with the players, who had themselves travelled back to base camp after the match by charter jet, before flying home to England yesterday evening.An onlooker said: “It must be exhausting for them to be doing all this travelling around Germany but they obviously want to spend valuable time together.Five reasons for England to be positive after Slovenia draw“You can tell from the pictures you see in the stands after the games when the players chat with families how much they appreciate their support.”Yesterday’s visit was a lot shorter than the family fun day held after the 1-1 draw with Denmark.FA staff laid on a whole range of activities including burger trucks and bouncy castles as the players’ kids spent seven hours enjoying themselves at the luxury resort.But skipper Harry Kane, 30, later joked that seven hours with the kids was more than enough.He said: “It was a fun day, just maybe a little too long.”READ MORE SUN STORIESThe families have had the opportunity to visit the players after each of the group games.But their remote camp in the old East Germany is hundreds of miles from where the Group C matches have been staged, meaning those who have done the trip each time have travelled a total of 3,200 miles including flights from England.Gordon and partner Annie embrace after the matchCredit: Paul EdwardsJohn Stones pictured playing with his young sonCredit: EURO 2024 News Pool (ENP) England vs SloveniaEngland’s Gallagher with partner Aine after the drawCredit: PACaptain Harry Kane with partner Katie GoodlandCredit: EURO 2024 News Pool (ENP) England vs Slovenia More

    • 325 Shares129 Views

      in Soccer

      England were so boring they put me to sleep – but I wasn’t expecting to be woken up the way I was, says Three Lions fan

      by

      AN England fan pictured fast asleep during the goalless snore draw with Slovenia says he “wished he’d never woken up”.Freddie Hahn, 32, summed up the mood of legions of Three Lions supporters as he nodded off in the stands during the soporific stalemate.Freddie Hahn, 32, nodded off in the stands during The Three Lions’ match against SloveniaCredit: RexBut the England fan said he woke to the sound of booing and the dull scorelineCredit: GettyFreddie said: ‘There wasn’t much going on and I thought I was better off asleep’He told yesterday how he woke to the sound of booing — and the dull scoreline, which still secured top spot in our qualifying group.Freddie — a pensions manager from Crawley, Sussex — said he had a great day out, having a few pints with mates. But the only thing that ruined it was the football.He was enjoying his new-found fame yesterday after appearing sprawled in his stadium seat on yesterday’s Sun front page.And he pledged to continue to back manager Gareth Southgate — but only if his lions liven up and deliver the trophy in Germany.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe dad of one said: “It was a very dull game. There wasn’t much going on and I thought I was better off asleep.“There was a lot of booing at the end and that woke me up.“I was actually having a nice dream about England winning the tournament — but I woke up to the nightmare of England’s performance.“I’d been on the beers all day and just thought it’s better to close my eyes than see what was happening on the pitch.”Most read in Euro 2024Southgate was booed, given the thumbs down and pelted with plastic beer cups by a section of fans after the draw in Cologne on Tuesday night.It was just the latest in a dull campaign, which saw the one-time tournament favourites somehow grab top spot by scoring just two goals in three group games.Gareth Southgate reacts to England fans throwing cups and booing Three Lions team after drab drawFreddie paid just £25 for his match ticket and flew to Germany with pals from the local soccer team Crawley Devils — from Southgate’s home town.He said: “We actually attended the same secondary school. I didn’t boo him when I woke up because he’s from the same place as me and I didn’t want to be too harsh on him.“But to be honest, I could probably do a better job than him.”The England coach was yesterday battling to energise his £1.2billion superstar squad as they bid to lift their first footie silverware in 58 years.Freddie admitted seven or eight pints of beer knocked back in sunny Cologne before the game had him dozing in his seat even before kick-off.He said: “We came into the city very early, had a fantastic lunch and started drinking.’Good laugh’“There was a real party atmosphere and no trouble. It was a fantastic occasion. The only thing that ruined it was what happened on the pitch.”Freddie, who has a one-year-old son with his partner, Tash Copsey, said he is known for falling asleep, especially at parties. He said: “I didn’t realise a picture of me sleeping would become such a big thing. My partner and family are having a good laugh about it.“I’ve had lots of messages. People find it really hilarious, really funny.A lot of people know me as the bloke who falls asleep at parties, but I’ve never done it in a packed football stadium before”I’m the most famous England fan in the world at the moment.“A lot of people know me as the bloke who falls asleep at parties, but I’ve never done it in a packed football stadium before.“I put it down to my busy life and the fact that I’ve got a young child.“It was nice to get out to Germany and spend some time with the lads.” Freddie manages football team Crawley Devils in the Mid Sussex league and added: “I think I put my players to sleep sometimes with my team talks.“I love going to watch England away and I’ve had a great time and hopefully Gareth and the boys can turn it around. It was a frustrating game because we have so much talent at our disposal.”READ MORE SUN STORIESFreddie flew back to England yesterday — and has no plans to return to Germany.Freddie admitted seven or eight pints of beer knocked back before the gameJude Bellingham and Phil Foden were both excellent for their clubs this season but have struggled for EnglandCredit: ReutersHarry Kane has also struggled at Euro 2024Credit: GettyTwo beer cups were allegedly hurled towards Gareth Southgate after the draw with SloveniaCredit: GettyThe full time whistle was met with jeers by England fansCredit: Rex More

    • 225 Shares99 Views

      in Soccer

      Joey Barton set for another legal battle as ITV footie pundit Eni Aluko files defamation case against him

      by

      JOEY Barton is set for another legal battle after football pundit Eni Aluko filed a new defamation case against him.The controversial former player, 41, was recently ordered to pay telly host Jeremy Vine £75,000 for calling him a “bike nonce”.Joey Barton is set for another legal battle after calling Eni Aluko and Lucy Ward ‘the Fred and Rose West of football commentary’Credit: AlamyThe ITV football pundit said it had led to a torrent of online abuseCredit: GettyThe Sun can reveal Ms Aluko has lodged another claim over Barton’s social media tirade after a match in January, in which he called her and Lucy Ward “the Fred and Rose West of football commentary”.Ms Aluko, 37, who was capped 102 times for England, said it had led to a torrent of online abuse, which left her scared to leave the house.At the time, Barton revealed he had received a legal letter from “jokers”. And Ms Aluko has now lodged documents at the High Court using the same solicitors as Vine.READ MORE ON JOEY BARTONEx-Bristol Rovers boss Barton was forced to apologise to Vine this month over a string of vile posts, including calling him a “paedo defender”. He said: “I have agreed not to make the same allegations again about Mr Vine and I apologise to him for the distress he’s suffered.”Joey Barton and Jeremy Vine in court showdown More

    • 163 Shares199 Views

      in Soccer

      Basketball star Shaquille O’Neal in talks over stake in legendary Premier League club

      by

      BASKETBALL star Shaquille O’Neal is in talks about taking a stake in West Ham United.The LA Lakers legend, 52, got the Hammers bug after watching a game last season and has said he is interested in becoming a shareholder.Shaquille O’Neal, who played for the Los Angeles Lakers in 2002, is looking to invest in West HamCredit: LUCY NICHOLSON/AFP via Getty ImagesShaq is said to have got the Hammers bug when he went to watch West Ham playCredit: GETTYA source told The Sun: “Shaq loves British football and he has been talking about putting some serious cash into the club. “He went to a game at the end of the season and loved it. It’s now a case of whether the financials stack up for him. “Shaq is really interested in what deal he could strike.”The Hammers finished ninth in the Premier League last year, a year after winning the Europa Conference League.MORE ON SHAQUILLE O’NEALFans will likely be delighted with some investment after making a £18.3million loss in the 2022/23 season.New boss Julen Lopetegui took over from David Moyes last month. Shaq retired in 2011 and was regarded as one of the best centres in the world.The 7ft 1in ace played for six teams during his 19-year career and is a four-time NBA champion.Most read in FootballOff the field he turned to commentary and previously revealed he harboured a secret passion for British football.In 2016 he backed Northampton Town when they were pushing from promotion from League Two.Shaq, who co-owned a radio show with the Cobblers’ chairman Kelvin Thomas, recorded  a video for the players  urging them to secure  first place.‘I’m jealous of them,’ Shaq says about Victor Wembanyama and Nikola Jokic as he discusses evolution of NBA centersIf Shaq invests in the Hammers he would be the latest US star to put their fortunes into British clubs.Actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney own Wrexham FC, Anchorman star Will Ferrell is involved at Leeds, and NFL star Tom Brady at Birmingham City. More

    • 225 Shares179 Views

      in Soccer

      Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner delighted after nemesis Lauryn Goodman’s show about dating footballers is axed by ITV

      by

      KYLE Walker’s wife Annie has chalked up a win after Lauryn Goodman’s reality show about dating footballers was axed.ITV had signed Kyle’s former mistress Lauryn, 33, for the series, as we revealed earlier this year.Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner scored a win over Lauryn Goodman after learning her reality show about dating footballers was axedCredit: BackGridKyle with Annie and their family after the Denmark game last weekCredit: PALauryn with son Kairo at the Denmark gameCredit: SplashBut the show — also featuring Rita Mahrez, ex-wife of former Man City ace Riyad — has been scrapped due to pending legal matters involving Lauryn.A source told The Sun last night: “The show’s cancellation is a win for Annie.“The last thing she wants is Lauryn being able to parade her dirty laundry on TV. Annie is elated and relieved.“The wives and girlfriends had all started filming but with the legal issues, the team working on the show said it would be better to axe it totally because they thought it might be stopped — leaving them with a big bill and nothing to show for it.”READ MORE IN FOOTABLLLauryn, who has two children with defender Kyle, took their son Kairo to England’s Euro 2024 1-1 against Denmark last week.Model Annie, 31, has also been at matches with three of the couple’s four young sons.Both women’s kids have been photographed in England No2 shirts personalised “Dad”.Last night Annie could not make it to Cologne to watch her husband play against Slovenia in the final Group C game due to family commitments.Most read in FootballShe has chosen to charter a private jet to each game rather than stay with other Wags.The source added: “Annie has hated every moment of Lauryn parading herself around and talking about their family.Lauryn Goodman shares messages of support from taking Kyle Walker’s son to Euros“It has been incredibly difficult for her and she has always maintained a dignified silence.“She leaves the matches almost immediately and doesn’t want to be part of the circus.” At the start of the year we revealed how Kyle had fathered a second love child with Lauryn.And in an exclusive interview with The Sun in January, Kyle told how he was sorry for betraying Annie, who he described as his “soul mate”.Before yesterday’s game, Jordan Pickford’s wife Megan Pickford and Luke Shaw’s other half Anouska Santos were spotted out for a stroll.The pair met a mate for lunch and ordered salads.A friend of Annie’s said she was elated to hear Lauryn would not get the air time she craved, above the Walkers at the EurosCredit: EURO 2024 News Pool (ENP) – Denmark vs EnglandLauryn’s show has been canned for legal reasonsCredit: GettyEarlier this year, it was revealed that Kyle had fathered a second child with Lauryn and apologised to wife AnnieCredit: Refer to Caption More