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      Chelsea ace Raheem Sterling handing out tuition-fees to help more Black students get into university

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      FOOTIE ace Raheem Sterling is helping more Black, African, and Caribbean heritage students go to university.It will be the second year of the scholarship programme from the foundation named after him.Raheem Sterling is continuing his efforts to get more Black students into top universitiesCredit: GettyHe says that many students are put off applying due to the potential for financial strain on their familyCredit: The Raheem Sterling FoundationHis initiative comes as research found that from 2021-22 fewer than five per cent of UK students starting undergraduate degrees at Russell Group universities were black.The Chelsea and England player, 29, will give a financial boon to 14 successful applicants to get them through higher education without worrying about having enough cash.Raheem told The Sun: “You only have to look at the data to see that very few capable and talented students from minority backgrounds are applying for university.“A lot of that hesitation stems from the anxiety that the financial strain can place on not only the student but their family.READ MORE ON RAHEEM STERLING“There are plenty of young people from challenging backgrounds, from minority communities, that have the talent to really make a difference in this world, but they are hit by obstacle after obstacle.“I wanted the Foundation to take away some of that worry and allow young people to focus on maximising that talent, whether that be at university or other.”The grants are for students attending King’s College London and the University of Manchester.Potential students can only apply for the grants if they have accepted an offer to study at one of the universities.Most read in FootballIt covers tuition fees, accommodation expenses and other essential educational costs, allowing students to focus on their studies rather than affording to live.Research by the Department of Education found that worries about living costs and day-to-day finances are one of the top concerns of students.Inside England’s stunning five-star Euro 2024 base with robot waiters that will cost £800,000One previous grant recipient in London said: “It has helped me massively by taking away my financial burdens. “Having the financial means for transport, clothes, food and other expenses is costly, especially in London.“I had more time to focus on my studies, very useful in busy exam periods.”A law student at Manchester who was given the funding last year said: “The grant has given me the gift of time, allowing me to work on my professional development and craft a successful application to Rare Foundations: Law, a highly competitive programme for students interested in commercial law.”They also told how the foundation provided networking opportunities and specialist CV workshops.Another recipient told how it has “given me peace of mind” allowing them to focus on their university life.The scheme also provides three-years of mentorship for each of the beneficiaries, something Raheem credits with turning his life around.He said: “I’ve loved hearing from our first-year scholars and how they have benefitted not only from the financial support but the mentorship programme too.“To me, this is just as valuable as the education.“Mentorship played a huge role in me reaching the top levels of professional football, and I want other young ones to benefit from the guidance and support that a mentor can offer them.“We really want to build upon this scholarship programme. “This year we have made 14 places available across King’s College London and University of Manchester and I’m hoping, moving forward, that we can positively impact more lives in minority and underserved communities.”The Raheem Sterling Foundation is focused on helping improve social mobility, education, and employment opportunities for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.READ MORE SUN STORIESOther initiatives the charity supports include the #BoyFromBrent project, which has put amnesty knife bins across London’s Brent borough, and a broadcast academy linked to talkSPORT and News UK.
      The deadline to apply for the grants is May 30 and can be applied for on the websites of King’s College London and The University of Manchester. More

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      Prince William shakes hands with Man City’s Phil Foden and Erling Haaland ahead of FA Cup Final

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      PRINCE William shakes hands with Phil Foden and Erling Haaland before yesterday’s FA Cup Final — but the Man City duo weren’t smiling after the match.Wills was at Wembley as Football Association president and later handed out winners’ medals to Man Utd, who won 2-1.Prince William shook hands with Phil Foden and Erling Haaland before the FA Cup FinalCredit: GettyWills seemed to be giving tips on the action to his son Prince GeorgeCredit: GettyHe seemed to be giving tips on the action to his son Prince George, ten.But the triumph may not have been enough to save Utd boss Erik Ten Hag.The Dutchman is expected to be sacked by new Utd minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe — and appeared to say goodbye to his players on the pitch.After the match Erik issued a defiant response to rumours he could be sacked.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe Red Devils boss’ future has been in doubt for several weeks following their disappointing season.Speaking during his post-match press conference, he explained: “Two trophies in two seasons and three finals. That’s not bad.”If they don’t want me any more I go somewhere else to win trophies. That is what I do.”He added: “I am here to win and I want to build a team. My whole managerial career I have won games and trophies.”Most read in FootballAs for the success he has brought to Old Trafford compared to those before him, he said: “When you see the last decade, there were not so many finals and trophies for this club.”United’s FA Cup triumph is their second trophy since Ten Hag’s arrival in 2022 following last season’s Carabao Cup win.Man Utd fans left stunned at ‘filthy’ Bruno Fernandes assist as they say ‘KDB wishes he could play like that’William and George at Wembley watching Manchester United v Manchester CityCredit: AFPManchester United manager Erik Ten Hag with the FA CupCredit: Getty More

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      Security fears rise as 500K England and Scotland football fans planning to travel to Germany to watch Euros

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      HALF a million England and Scotland football fans are planning to travel to Germany to watch the Euros — sparking security fears.Thousands of supporters will not have tickets, with just 10,000 issued for each team at the initial three group games.Security fears for the Euros have grown amid fears that upwards of 350,000 England fans could clash with yobs or be threatened by terroristsCredit: GettyOver 150,000 Scotland supporters are also expected to visit Germany for the month-long tournamentCredit: GettyAuthorities had expected 300,000 Brits to visit during the month-long tournament, but have now sharply revised estimates upwards to 350,000 England and 150,000 Scotland supporters.The prospect of huge numbers of ticketless followers raises already serious security concerns, with policing now being ramped up further over terrorist and yob threats.And thousands of fans are expected to be out of the UK on July 4 for the General Election — the day before the first quarter-final. Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions are favourites to win, so should still be battling for glory.READ MORE ON EUROS 2024A UK-based German diplomatic source told The Sun on Sunday: “The sheer numbers will mean greater resources will have to be directed to host cities where England and Scotland are playing.“They will all be welcome, but our priority will always be their safety and security.”Up to 40,000 England fans will be expected at the team’s qualifying group games against Serbia in Gelsenkirchen, Denmark in Frankfurt and Slovenia in Cologne. Many without match tickets will throng fan zones and bars to watch on TV.Most read in FootballMunich is drafting in more than 2,000 extra cops and fire brigade staff ahead of the arrival of thousands of Scots for the Euros curtain-raiser against Germany on June 14.Concerns are also spiking for England’s first game — a June 16 clash with Serbia, who are known to have violent fans who back Vladimir Putin’s Russia.BBC VS ITV: Who wins in battle of Euro 2024 teamsJihadist IS has also issued attack warnings in the host cities. More

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      Trent Alexander-Arnold & Jude Law’s daughter Iris spotted on second date having dinner in Monaco ahead of Grand Prix

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      ENGLAND and Liverpool ace Trent Alexander-Arnold has enjoyed a second date with actor Jude Law’s model daughter Iris.The pair were spotted having dinner together on Friday night at posh Cipriani restaurant in Monte Carlo, Monaco.Trent Alexander Arnold and Jude Law’s daughter Iris Law were spotted out on a dateCredit: Dan CharityThe pair were snapped in Monte Carlo, MonacoCredit: Dan CharityThe duo, who met last month on a fashion shoot, were seen by others jetting into the glamorous hotspot on the French Riviera earlier in the day – who recognised the Premier League star.Trent, 25, and Iris were spotted after dinner partying on a super yacht moored in exclusive Port Hercules.The party was held on board the luxury 155ft (47m) Arados yacht moored at Hirondelle quay.The yacht features a huge sky lounge on the top deck where revellers danced to DJ spun music on Friday.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSPort Hercules is the only deep water port in Monaco and is host to dozens of multi-million pound yachts owned by the rich and famous.It was used as a setting in the 1995 James Bond movie Goldeneye.Monte Carlo is packed this weekend with thousands of well-heeled sports fans visiting the city for the Monaco Grand Prix.Iris, 23, and Trent, 25, first met while filming on a shoot last month with Guess Jeans, for which they are both ambassadors.Most read in FootballThey hit it off and arranged a date in London earlier this month when Trent was in the capital for Liverpool’s game against West Ham.They enjoyed a coffee, and a smoothie in Trent’s case, while walking around Portobello Market.England star Trent Alexander-Arnold forced to hire bodyguard after being stalked by sex-crazed fanAn onlooker who saw them said: “They looked very happy together. I’m looking forward to watching him play for England in the Euros, I suppose he was on a break before that.”Trent is a huge F1 fan so he’ll want to stick around to soak up the atmosphere of the Monaco Grand Prix with pals.In October last year he announced on Instagram he had invested in the F1 Alpine team.Previously he watched the Silverstone Grand Prix, has sponsorship tie-ins with Red Bull and even posted a photo with F1 world champ and Red Bull driver Max Verstappen.Iris, whose godmother is supermodel Kate Moss, has forged a career as a model and actress.Iris has since forged a career as a model and actress.They looked very happy togetherAn onlookerAfter graduating from Central Saint Martins — whose alumni include Stella McCartney, Paloma Faith and Alexander McQueen — she made her film debut in 2016 in Will Nature Make A Man of Me Yet? which also starred her mum.In 2021 she boldly shaved off her hair for a role in Danny Boyle’s six-part punk series Pistol.READ MORE SUN STORIESShe told Vogue: “I wanted to do something that felt liberating.“The day I shaved my head, I changed my life.”Iris and the football star were seen having dinner together on Friday night at posh Cipriani restaurantCredit: Dan CharityTrent and Iris first met while filming on a shoot with Guess JeansCredit: Dan CharityTrent is in the provisional squad to go to the Euros with England this summerCredit: PA More

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      Inside Phil Foden’s incredible rise to fame from trophies to money off pitch – and new nickname given to him by mates

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      ENGLAND sensation Phil Foden has been dubbed “Fodenballs” by his mates — for following in the footsteps of David “Goldenballs” Beckham.Like Becks, the attacking midfielder is netting trophies on the pitch and millions of pounds off it.Man City ace Phil Foden has been dubbed the David Beckham of his generation – as friends call him ‘Fodenballs’Credit: GettyPhil is currently expecting his third child with sweetheart Rebecca CookeCredit: Sophie Eleanor Photography / Go PR & EventsManchester City ace Foden is set to star in tomorrow’s FA Cup final against rivals Manchester United.The showdown comes on the back of another incredible season in which he won his sixth Premier League title and scored a stunning 24 goals in all competitions.He was named both Premier League player of the year and the Footballer Writers’ player of the year. And on Tuesday Gareth Southgate named the 23-year-old in his provisional 33-man squad for next month’s Euro 2024 tournament in Germany.READ MORE ON MANCHESTER CITYBut humble Foden is proving just as savvy when it comes to doing deals. Latest publicly available accounts from his companies show his off-pitch earnings shot up by almost £10million.His wealth has increased by £4.8million in a year after setting up PWF Management Ltd to handle his image rights and sponsorship deals.That is the equivalent of £400,000 a month.Most read in FootballFoden and mum Claire Rowlands are listed as directors of the “sports activities” firm.He has also amassed £4.4million in a second firm, Rondog Sports Ltd — named after his nickname of “Ronnie”, given to him by his gran to differentiate him from his dad, who is also called Phil.Man Utd & Man City Premier League combined XIThe Man City ace with mum Clare and dad Phil SnrFoden has deals with Nike, Hugo Boss and jewellery firm Cernucci on top of his £200,000-a-week City wages.Top players also earn from the sale of merchandise including shirts that bear their name. Shrewd Foden also set up PF Property Holdings in 2022.Foden, expecting a third child with sweetheart Rebecca Cooke, 24, has splashed out £2.8million on a home in the footballer enclave of Prestbury for parents Phil Snr and Clare.He then paid £3million for the five-bedroom mansion where he lives with Rebecca, five-year-old son Ronnie and daughter True, one. It is just a stone’s throw from where United’s Wayne Rooney used to live.Despite it all, Foden still has some way to go to catch up Goldenballs Beckham who, according to the recent Sunday Times Rich List, is now worth £455million with wife Victoria. Also, unlike Becks, Foden is yet to amass a huge garage of supercars, having only passed his driving test in December while at the wheel of a VW ID3.However, he does have a £150,000 Mercedes G Wagon — decked out with sky blue seats — and a £100,000 Mercedes Vito people carrier.Despite his millions, Foden remains a regular visitor to the working class area of Edgeley, Stockport, where he grew up and learned his skills while kicking a ball against a wall.He is a loyal customer of Scissor Trim where he pays £20 for a skin fade, grabs Indian takeaways from Bombay Castle and often pops into Fresh Clothing.Fans pay tribute to Phil back home in StockportCredit: Matthew Pover LimitedAnd he and Rebecca shunned glitzy venues in Manchester to hold a baby shower for their third child at League One Stockport County’s function room.The ace is also a close pal of Stockport-based boxer Niall Brown and loves nothing more than going fishing with pals. He famously missed City’s 2018 title celebrations to go fishing with his dad.He also loves the freedom of riding quad bikes with his childhood mates.A source said: “Phil’s a legend to City fans on the pitch, and a legend to his family and friends off it thanks to his down-to-earth nature.“He can afford the finest things in the world, but loves nothing more than going back to where he grew up, getting a hair cut, seeing his mates and having a kickabout with some of the kids that idolise him.”It’s good to play with [kids in Stockport] and see a smile on their face. I just want to be a good role model for themPhil FodenPhil said previously: “I’ve still got family around Stockport, so I go and visit sometimes, and kids are just starstruck to see me.“It’s quite strange because I was one of those kids and was just the same as them.“They look up to you, so it’s just to give something back because I used to play there growing up. “It’s good to play with them and see a smile on their face. I just want to be a good role model for them.”If City win the FA Cup tomorrow, Foden will bag his 18th trophy of his career since making his City debut in November 2017.In 2018 he became the youngest recipient of a Premier League winner’s medal.Since then he has won five more Premier League titles, four League Cups, two FA Cups, two Community Shields, a Champions League, UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup.He also won the U-17 World Cup with England, prompting City boss Pep Guardiola to describe the then 17-year-old as “the most talented player” he had ever seen.United legend Ryan Giggs, who retired aged 40, is the most decorated English footballer of all time winning 34 trophies including 13 league titles.We take a look at Phil Foden’s record compared to David BeckhamLEEDS FANS’ HOLS DASHTWO Leeds United fans are ditching their family holiday in the Med to go to their team’s Wembley play-off final — before flying back.Liam Cooper and Dean Fairbrother will leave their wives in their Ibiza hotel late tomorrow night to catch the 12.50am plane to London.Leeds United fans Liam Cooper and Dean Fairbrother will briefly ditch their family holiday to catch the game’s match on SundayCredit: Liam Cooper / SWNSA look at the duo’s mad dash to see the match at the weekendThey will see Sunday’s 3pm game with Southampton which may return Leeds to the Premier League.READ MORE SUN STORIESFood inspector Liam, 43, from Leeds, and, Dean, 59, a finance adviser in Devon, will fly back to continue their £5,500 hols.Dean said: “Normal people don’t understand why you do these things.” More

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      ‘Heartbroken’ football fan misses out on winning £800k with £219 bet by ­cashing out MINUTES before full time

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      A LIVERPOOL fan missed out on ­£800,000 in a Premier League punt — by ­cashing out minutes before full-time.Ethan Conway, 24, staked £219 on three exact season-end scores last Sunday.Ethan Conway missed out on winning a whopping £800,000 football bet – after he cashed out just minutes beforeCredit: WNSHe predicted Brighton 0, Manchester United 2; Liverpool 2, Wolves 0; and Sheffield United 0, Tottenham Hotspur 3.He cashed out for £5,130 with United leading 1-0 and was “over the moon” at his luck — before Rasmus Højlund’s 88th-minute second for Liverpool’s arch rivals. If the scaffolder had held his nerve he would have won £814,000 on the 3,717/1 punt.“I’m heartbroken”, he said. READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS“It’s just the 50/50 chance of it.“You either cash out or you don’t. My family and friends were in disbelief as well — but they’re happy I won the five grand.”Ethan, of Mountain Ash, South Wales, added: “It was just a rough guess and it came in. Pure luck.“There’s no chance I’ll be betting again soon. I’ll have to get over this one first. I’ve won and run.”Most read in FootballEthan with his girlfriend AmberCredit: WNSJurgen Klopp bids emotional farewell to Anfield on final day as drops huge hint he might RETIRE after leaving Liverpool More

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      Mason Greenwood puts six-bedroom mansion up for rent in latest sign he’s quitting Man Utd

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      EXILED Manchester United striker Mason Greenwood has put his six-bedroom mansion up for rent.The 22-year-old’s £2million, fully-furnished pad is available for £14,000-a-month.Mason Greenwood has put his six-bedroom mansion up for rentCredit: GettyGreenwood signed with Spanish club Getafe last September on a season-long loan, which finishes at the end of next monthCredit: GettyA source said: “The fact it’s on the market is a strong indication Mason has no plans to return to United.“The house was his home when he hit the big time with the club.“It was also where he was ordered out of bed by detectives when he was arrested, and became his sanctuary when waiting to find out if he was going to be charged.”England’s Greenwood was arrested in January 2022 following allegations of attempted rape and assault. READ MORE ON MASON GREENWOODProsecutors later dropped all charges.A club internal review followed and United bosses ruled that Greenwood should ply his trade away from Old Trafford, leading to him joining Spanish club Getafe last September on a season-long loan, which finishes at the end of next month.A string of good performances and a haul of ten goals and six assists has seen some United fans call for new minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe to bring the troubled star back.But The Sun understands Greenwood believes returning to Manchester would risk upsetting the life he has built with Wag Harriet Robson and their baby daughter Summer.Most read in FootballSeveral Premier League clubs have asked United to keep them updated with the situation while at least four European clubs including Getafe, Borussia Dortmund, Napoli and Atletico Madrid rumoured to be considering bids for him.United have put a price tag on the academy star of £40-£50m, which would be used to fund a squad rebuild.Mason Greenwood set to leave Man Utd as Getafe give transfer update More

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      Prem star Jakub Moder slapped with six-months driving ban for totting up 15 penalty points

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      A PREMIER League star has been banned from driving for six months.Footie ace Jakub Moder lost his licence for totting up 15 penalty points.Jakub Moder has been banned from driving for six monthsCredit: GettyThe Polish midfielder, 25, was clocked at 81mph and 85mph within three months in his Audi RS Quattro on the A27 in 2022. He was driving to training with Brighton and Hove Albion.Magistrates in Crawley heard he was also banned for six months last year and again for 12 months for speeding in Derby and Cambridgeshire.But he did not know it because the bans were logged on a “ghost” licence created by the DVLA. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThis was done because he does not have a UK licence although he was entitled to drive on his Polish licence.Moder, of Hove, admitted speeding. Magistrates accepted it was an administrative mess and fined £628 along with the ban.Leicester City star Hamza Choudhury fined £20,000 for drink-driving More