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      Man City ace Erling Haaland becomes new character in favourite video game Clash of the Clans

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      ERLING Haaland is living in a fantasy world – after becoming a surprise new character in his favourite video game.The Manchester City superstar, 23, is a huge fan of Clash of the Clans and from today players will be able to recruit him as the Barbarian King.Man City ace Erling Haaland is a huge fan of video game Clash of the ClansCredit: GettyFrom today players will be able to recruit him as the Barbarian KingHaaland said: ‘I’ve been a huge fan, so to appear as an in-game character is really cool’Credit: Not known, clear with picture deskPosting on social media, Haaland said: “From the pitch to the battlefield!”I’ve been a huge fan of the game for a long time and know everything about it, so to appear as an in-game character is really cool.”It’s currently one of the world’s most popular mobile games and has been downloaded more than two billion times since it was first released more than a decade ago.It sees players build their own village and launch raids against rivals in a power battle.Read More on TechStuart McGaw, general manager of Clash of Clans, said: “When we heard Haaland was a fan of our game and that he wanted to partner with us, it was really a dream scenario.”Sky Sports pundit puts head in hand after Man Utd icon Roy Keane makes public U-turn over Erling Haaland live on TV More

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      Football icon Diego Maradona’s death is linked to cocaine, a bombshell medical report claims

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      FOOTBALL great Diego Maradona’s death is linked to cocaine, a medical report suggests.The World Cup winner’s fatal heart attack in November 2020 came on suddenly and may have been brought on by a “toxic substance”, it says.Diego Maradona’s death is linked to cocaine, a medical report suggests.Credit: ReutersThe troubled genius in action for Argentina in 1994Credit: Getty Images – GettyMaradona, who was recovering from a brain op, had a long-standing cocaine addiction.It casts new light on the criminal case against eight doctors and nurses about to go on trial over how they cared for Maradona in his final hours.They are accused of leaving the 60-year-old in agony for hours as his condition worsened.The eight, who include his psychiatrist Agustina Cosachov, face 25 years in jail if convicted.READ MORE ON MARADONAMr Cosachov’s lawyer said: “There could have been two causes: one natural and the other, a product of the ingestion of a toxic substance.”Maradona died aged 60 on November 25, 2020, at a rented property near Buenos Aires following brain surgery two weeks earlier.The death of Argentina’s greatest ever player stunned the country.Within days of the legend’s death his family and legions of fans were demanding answers.Most read in FootballCops raided his doctors’ homes and offices and a panel of 20 medical experts was appointed to investigate his death.More than 200 witnesses will give evidence at the trial in Buenos Aires which is expected to last several months.Fans come out to say good bye to football legend Maradona as he is laid to rest at Bella Vista cemetery More

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      Man Utd ace Marcus Rashford grows close to Colombian model after they’re seen cosying up in VIP area of trendy nightclub

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      OUT-of-form Manchester United star Marcus Rashford is having more luck at international level — growing close to Colombia-born model Erica Correa.They were seen cosying up in the VIP section of a trendy nightclub before leaving together through a rear door.Marcus Rashford is growing close to Colombia-born model Erica CorreaCredit: www.instagram.com/ericacorrrea/Marcus looked like the cat that got the cream on Erica’s arm, a source revealedCredit: RexThe pair were spotted on Sunday giggling over drinks at Blvd ManchesterCredit: FacebookA source said: “Whatever his form on the pitch, off of it ­Marcus is delivering the goods.“He looked like the cat that got the cream on Erica’s arm. They were having a ball.“Marcus and Erica were tactile and clearly enjoying each other’s company.”Fans speculated on social media that Rashford, 26, lost his “lucky charm” when he split from fiancée Lucia Loi after rumours of a brief reconciliation in November. They had been together for ten years.READ MORE ON MARCUS RASHFORDHis lack of goals for the Red Devils appears to have left him fighting for his place in the England squad for this summer’s Euros in Germany.But supporters will hope 29-year-old Erica gets him heading in the right direction.They were spotted on Sunday giggling over drinks at Blvd Manchester. Security guards escorted them upstairs to a VIP area for an r’n’b night.Other models at the Slow Jam Soiree included sisters Poppy and Georgia Bayliss, and Emma Milton.Most read in FootballBut pals said Rashford was only interested in ­chatting to Erica. And, at one stage, the ace’s entourage surrounded the pair as they shared a discreet conversation.Erica moved to Liverpool when she was five. She was scouted by a model agency boss while shopping in the city centre and at 13 was asked to walk in a fashion show at Liverpool Cathedral.Retired Man Utd ace says he’d ‘love to see Marcus Rashford in a better team’ as tells club ‘you need to help him’She later recalled: “I fell in love with the experience and there was no going back.”Her modelling job has led to her living in India, Greece, Italy and the US.She has appeared in glossy mags including GQ, Harper’s Bazaar, Grazia, Women’s Health and Elle as well as in a music video for singer Tom Grennan.A spokeswoman for Rashford confirmed he was at the nightclub — eating pizza with pals.Marcus and Erica, pictured, were tactile and clearly enjoying each other’s company, an insider revealedCredit: www.instagram.com/ericacorrrea/Erica’s modelling job has led to her living in India, Greece, Italy and the USCredit: www.instagram.com/ericacorrrea/Fans speculated on social media that Rashford lost his ‘lucky charm’ when he split from fiancée Lucia LoiCredit: Getty More

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      Burnley fan charged with public order offence after ­’mocking Munich air disaster at Man Utd clash’

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      A FOOTIE fan has been charged with a public order offence after ­allegedly mocking the Munich air disaster while celebrating a goal against Man United.Nathan Rawlinson, 44, was arrested over alleged “tragedy chanting” after Burnley’s late equaliser in Saturday’s clash. A Burnley supporter has been charged with a public order offence after ­allegedly mocking the Munich air disaster while celebrating a goal against Man UnitedVideos online show a man seemingly making plane gestures at Old Trafford fans — a reference to the 1958 disaster that killed 23, including eight Busby Babes.The fan also appeared to shout “Munich” after Zeki Amdouni’s 87th-minute penalty.Rawlinson, of Bacup, Lancs, has been bailed to face court at a later date.Burnley FC condemned the “offensive footage”.read more on footballBurnley previously condemned the “offensive footage” and vowed to work with Man United and police to identify and prosecute fans involved.The club said: “We are aware of offensive footage currently circulating on social media from the away end of today’s fixture at Old Trafford.“Tragedy-related gesturing and chanting is completely unacceptable, and Burnley Football Club take a zero-tolerance approach.“We will continue to work with Greater Manchester Police, Lancashire Police and Manchester United to help identify and prosecute the individuals responsible.”Most read in FootballThe Premier League added in a statement: “There is no place for football tragedy abuse in our game.“We strongly condemn this behaviour and sanctions are in place to ensure anybody found guilty faces consequences.Man City fan appears to mock Man United over Munich air disaster with sick aeroplane gesture during derby clash”We continue to treat this as an unacceptable issue and fully support Burnley FC, Manchester United and the police in identifying and prosecuting those responsible.” More

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      John Terry reveals bizarre reason he thinks England got knocked out of 2010 World Cup

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      FORMER England star John Terry has blamed Marks & Spencer suits for the 2010 World Cup exit.He said the players were sweating in them on a stifling team bus before the defeat to Germany in South Africa.John Terry has blamed Marks & Spencer suits for England’s 2010 World Cup exitCredit: Action Images – ReutersTerry said the team were sweating in their suits on a stifling team bus before their defeat to GermanyCredit: HandoutTerry, now 43, claimed the lads asked boss Fabio Capello — via skipper Steven Gerrard — if they could take them off but were refused. The ex-Chelsea defender recalled: “We had an hour and 20 minutes on the bus and all the players were asking, ‘Stevie, speak to the gaffer about suits, we don’t want to wear suits, it’s hot, it’s horrible’.” But he claimed they were told the FA had a deal with M&S.He said when they got off the bus, sweating as the air con was not working, they saw their opponents arriving in Bloemfontein in shorts and flip flops. read more on footballHe added: “Someone’s responsible for that.”England lost 4-1, with Frank Lampard’s over-the-line strike ruled out in the round of 16 tie. But Terry admitted the squad underachieved, saying: “There’s no getting away from the fact it’s us as players. “We were miles off it.”Most read in Football‘I don’t understand’ says Man Utd icon Rio Ferdinand as he slams Gareth Southgate’s use of ‘heartbeat’ of England team More

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      ‘Stay away from Euros’ warns Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner to his ex Lauryn amid concerns scandal could impact team

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      KYLE Walker’s wife Annie Kilner has urged his ex-mistress to stay away from the Euros amid fears that her presence may damage England’s chances.Senior FA officials are said to be desperate to avoid any unwelcome distractions in Germany.England and Man City ace Kyle Walker with Annie Kilner and three of their sonsAnnie, pictured above with Kyle, has urged his ex-mistress to stay away from the EurosCredit: Refer to CaptionLauryn Goodman, 33, is determined to take the two kids she shares with Kyle to the tournament in JuneCredit: GettyAnd mum-of-four Annie, 30, fears the “relentless” focus on her husband’s tangled love life could hurt the Three Lions’ hopes of long-awaited glory.It comes after the Sun on Sunday revealed last week that influencer Lauryn Goodman, 33, is determined to take the defender’s two kids to the tournament in June.Annie will also be there to support Kyle, 33, with their four sons – Roman, 11, Riaan, seven, Reign, five, and newborn Rezon.She told a friend: “Lauryn says she’ll go to Germany and, whilst that’s her right, I don’t understand why she is making it such a public affair.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“Presumably she will post images of her children wearing England shirts with ‘Daddy’ on the back.“It will inevitably create a drama and the noise surrounding it will be an unwelcome distraction for the team. “England have the best chance of winning a major trophy since 1966 and they don’t need this.“Kyle is focused on what he needs to do on the pitch and that has never wavered — but the gossip off it affects me and the children.”Most read in FootballSources close to the couple have accused Lauryn of fuelling the feud to boost her own profile. In stark contrast, Annie, who gave birth two weeks ago, has remained silent.Man City star Kyle Walker confesses to betraying ‘soulmate & best friend’ Annie Kilner in astonishingly honest interviewBut she is concerned about the impact the latest development will have on her kids.Annie told the friend: “We all need some breathing space. “The spotlight feels relentless. “I’m trying to draw a line under everything that has happened and do my best for my children.”Sources said the defender is also desperate for Lauryn to stay away from the Euros.We all need some breathing spaceAnnieAnnie’s world was shattered in December after the Man City star confessed to fathering a second child — a baby girl — with the Instagram influencer.Lauryn is also mum to his four-year-old son, Kairo.READ MORE SUN STORIESIn a bombshell interview with The Sun in January, Kyle said: “The only person to blame is me. “I have roles and responsibilities I’m aware of and I’ve made stupid choices.”Annie will be at the Euros with their four sons to support KyleCredit: SplashAnnie fears the focus on her husband’s tangled love life could hurt the Three Lions’ hopes of gloryCredit: Getty More

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      Jude Bellingham’s stunning new girlfriend is only 145th most beautiful woman in Holland, according to lads mag FHM

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      ENGLAND footie star Jude Bellingham’s new girlfriend is a lads’ mag pin-up in her native Netherlands — ranking 145 out of the nation’s 500 hottest women.Laura Celia Valk, 25, has made the “prestigious” FHM500 list of Holland’s most beautiful girls for the past four years.Jude Bellingham’s new girlfriend Laura Celia Valk is a lads’ mag pin-up in her native NetherlandsCredit: Russell PearsonSources say she has been dating the 20-year-old £85.5million star for a couple of monthsCredit: GettyLaura ranked 145 out of the Netherlands’ 500 hottest womenCredit: Instagram/lauraceliavShe says she felt honoured to be there and ranked 145th last year after one million people voted. She set hearts racing in blue underwear and a white jumper for the shoot.Laura — who The Sun revealed this week was the Real Madrid midfielder’s new girlfriend — first featured in the Dutch version of the mag in 2020, when she ranked 84th. In her interview, she said she liked being single and revealed her ideal bloke would be someone with “humour” and who is “ambitious”.READ MORE ON JUDE BELLINGHAMThe PrettyLittleThing model and influencer — who has also worked as a TV presenter — also said she likes running, tennis and fitness, but did not mention football. Sources say she has been dating the 20-year-old £85.5million star for a couple of months, stays at his Madrid home and is “smitten”. And she watched in the Santiago Bernabeu as Jude helped Real to a 2-0 win over Athletic Bilbao on March 31.Laura was photographed for FHM by Russell Pearson, who has also snapped Playboy models.Most read in FootballChris Riemens, editor of the Dutch FHM, told The Sun: “Laura looks amazing. She’s been on our radar since 2020. I think she’s a very sweet girl. I think she will make this year’s list.“Jude Bellingham is a lucky man!”Meet Jude Bellingham’s glam new WagPlacing first in the 2023 FHM500 “Most Beautiful Woman in the Netherlands” competition was singer and actress Romy Monteiro.Romy had already placed in the competition’s top five three times before she was crowned number one.Voting is now open for the “prestigious” 2024 competition.Laura, 25, lives in Amsterdam – but has been visiting Jude at his Madrid homeCredit: InstagramLaura’s Instagram page features many collaborations with lingerie designersCredit: InstagramRomy Monteiro placed first in the 2023 FHM500 ‘Most Beautiful Woman in the Netherlands’ competitionCredit: Instagram More

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      Germany ban England fans from taking fruit to games – but will charge £4 for single sausage at Euros 2024

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      ANY apple-loving England fans could be shocked to the core at Euro 2024 — the German hosts are banning fruit to boost sales of their sausages.Supporters trying to take any food into stadiums — including healthy half-time snacks — could be turned away or even barred from the entire tournament.England fans are banned from bringing fruit to games during the EurosCredit: RexBut the nation renowned for their love of Bratwurst and Frankfurters will be selling sausages for up to £3.77 each.England kick off their campaign against Serbia at the Arena AufSchalke in Gelsenkirchen on June 16 followed by games against Denmark in Frankfurt and Slovenia in Cologne.At the final at Berlin’s Olympic Stadium on July 14, single sausages will cost £4.77.Security teams will be searching bags outside all ten tournament venues, while stewards and police will patrol inside.READ MORE ON EURO 2024Uefa’s ban covers “liquids — drinks, e-cigarette refills, etc — and food of any kind, including fruit, such as apples, bananas, oranges, etc.”Punishments will include “expulsion from the stadium with a report to the police or a stadium ban for the whole or part of Euro 2024”.Germans have also banned smoking and vapes from the grounds.Cannabis joints will also be forbidden in stadiums despite new German laws making it legal to puff in public.Most read in FootballFlares, fireworks and whistles are also on the banned list – as well as megaphones and vuvuzela horns.Nazi flags, plus material supporting sides in the conflict in Gaza will also be outlawed.Germany becomes the latest nation to legalise cannabis More