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      Luton ace Ross Barkley sprays sun cream on girlfriend’s back as they soak up rays on Barbados beach

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      LOOKS like it’s a love-heat relationship for footie star Ross Barkley as he puts sun cream on his girlfriend’s back.The Premier League star, 30, played the doting boyfriend – carefully applying the cream on the stunning blonde’s back as she soaked up the rays in a tiny monochrome bikini.Ross was snapped carefully applying sun cream on girlfriend Katherine PilkingtonCredit: BackGridFootballer Ross Barkley flaunted his shredded abs as he took to the beach in sunny BarbadosCredit: BackGridRoss stopped to adjust his blue swim shorts – showing off his rugged physique in the process – as the loved-up couple took a stroll along the golden sands.Accounts executive Katherine, who counts Love Island’s Ellie Brown as one of her best friends, looked smitten during the romantic trip to the Caribbean island.The well-earned break comes as Aston Villa are reportedly in advanced talks to make Ross their first summer signing.Earlier this month, The Sun revealed the club has a ‘strong interest’ in signing the midfielder, who has also interested Manchester United, for a nominal fee of around £2 millionREAD MORE FOOTBALL NEWSUnai Emery has been impressed by the 33-times-capped England international’s outstanding form this season on his return to the Premier League.SunSport understands Villa’s President of Football Operations Monchi has a ‘strong interest,’ in signing Barkley, who has also interested Manchester United, for a nominal fee of around £2million.Although Barkley could not prevent the Hatters from dropping back into the Championship, he has excelled since joining them on a free from Ligue 1 side Nice last summer. The former Everton and Chelsea star scored five goals and assisted with four more in 32 appearances for Rob Edwards’ side.Most read in FootballVilla need to trade wisely this summer as they struggle to comply with tough Profit and Sustainability Rules.And the addition of Barkley would be one of the shrewdest bargain-priced moves they could pull-off as they look to strengthen the depth of their squad for next season’s Champions’ League campaign.Roy Keane unimpressed by Jack Grealish and Ross Barkley’s tunnel antics in FA CupEmery admitted the club will need to “be intelligent,” in their transfer dealings this summer, after they ran up a loss of £119million in their last accounts – a Uefa record for the season.And with further losses forecast for last season the need to balance the books has never been more important.Landing Barkley would be seen as a coup for Emery who was impressed by the midfielder’s stunning form last term.Stunner Katherine looked smitten during the romantic trip to the Caribbean islandCredit: BackGridBarkley impressed last season at Luton Town and is linked to Aston VillaCredit: Getty More

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      Sven-Goran Eriksson makes triumphant return to ex-club Lazio amid cancer battle

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      EX-FOOTIE manager Sven-Goran Eriksson makes a triumphant return to former club Lazio — under the eye of their eagle mascot.The Swede, 76, who left Italy to become the England boss in 2001, has terminal cancer.Sven-Goran Eriksson made a triumphant return to former club Lazio — under the eye of their eagle mascotCredit: RexThe ex-manager is touring his former clubs following a cancer announcement in JanuaryCredit: RexHe was cheered by fans at the Rome club, where he won the title, and said: “It’s the memory of a lifetime.”Last month Sven was close to tears as he was honoured by IFK Goteborg on his return to the club he once managed.The 76-year-old was continuing his football tour after revealing the heartbreaking news of his terminal pancreatic cancer in January.Eriksson returned to Sweden to visit Goteborg, the club which he managed to Uefa Cup glory back in 1982.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe retired tactician was given a heroes welcome at the Gamla Ullevi stadium over 40 years after he helped etch the club’s name in European history.Eriksson, who won the trophy with players who still had jobs alongside their footballing duties, was paraded out on to the pitch before the club’s 1-1 draw with Norrkoping on Saturday.The crowd burst into a chorus of chanting towards their former manager when he was brought out on the turf before a touching tifo of a young Eriksson was displayed in one of the stands.A banner was also erected that read: “We don’t know when it will end, but we know when it began” while flags were waved in Eriksson’s direction.Most read in FootballThe former England manager looked close to tears as he soaked in the love that was show for him by the club he managed from 1979 to 1982.Eriksson also visited former side Benfica earlier this year, who he took charge of immediately after winning the Uefa Cup with Goteborg.England legends send heartbreaking messages to Sven Goran Eriksson as former Three Lions boss battles terminal cancerWhile he was also given the opportunity to make his dream of managing Liverpool come true when he took charge of a Reds legends team for their charity match at Anfield in March. More

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      Man City celebrate winning fourth successive Premier League title with open-top bus victory tour despite rain

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      PREMIER League champs Manchester City refused to let the weather rain on their parade yesterday ­during an open-top bus victory tour.Pep Guardiola and his squad hit the city to ­celebrate their securing four titles in a row with a 3-1 win over West Ham earlier this month.Manchester City’s Erling Haaland leads the celebrationsCredit: ReutersCity boss Pep Guardiola get in on the actionCredit: ReutersA City fan wears a towel on her head to stay dryCredit: PAPals in ponchos hold a mock trophy as they celebrate in the wetCredit: PAIt was slightly bittersweet following their 2-1 FA Cup Final defeat to arch-rivals Manchester United on Saturday. But the loss proved no dampener for the players, including striker Erling Haaland, who sprayed champagne over the massed ranks of adoring fans.The rain left many in the city soggy but it was ­nothing compared with some areas where more than an inch fell in the afternoon.The Met Office issued a yellow weather warning from midday until 8pm for the North and South West, with flooding, power cuts, and travel delays forecast.Read More on FootballHolidaymakers hoping for a late May coastal getaway faced long hold-ups in Devon when the A38 was closed in both directions due to a fatal smash.The M6 southbound was down to one lane following an accident, while a snarled M23 southbound delayed many heading to Gatwick.Travellers taking ferries to France from the Port of Dover faced two-hour queues due to the weight of ­traffic.The rain did stay away from Wembley, where Oscar-winner Dustin Hoffman, 86, was among those watching Southampton win the Championship play-off.Most read in FootballMore than 20 million ­leisure journeys were made by car over the weekend — the most since pre-pandemic levels in 2019, according to the RAC. Travel chaos is expected to continue today as 3.4million hit the roads once more.England ace Phil Foden has been dubbed “Fodenballs” by his matesMany will face more rain, with ­scattered showers predicted for most areas.But sunny spells will return from Wednesday, with 18C highs.Oscar-winner Dustin Hoffman was among those watching Southampton win the Championship play-offDark clouds and rain over Dawlish Warren in DevonCredit: AlamyA festival reveller in plastic mac in LutonCredit: DAVE NELSONUmbrellas keep punters dry on the River Cam in CambridgeCredit: Geoff Robinson Photography More

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      Fury as footie fan spotted wearing Man Utd shirt with ‘Hamas 7’ printed on back

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      A FOOTIE fan wearing a Manchester United shirt with Hamas 7 on the back has sparked fury.A Jewish man saw the top worn in London’s Oxford Circus on Friday — a day before the team won the FA Cup final.A football fan wearing a Manchester United shirt with Hamas 7 on the back has sparked furyCredit: SWNSA witness fears the number might reference terror attacks against Israel on October 7Credit: SWNSThe witness, who wants to remain anonymous, fears the number might reference terror attacks against Israel on October 7 which killed 1,139.He said: “It was un­believable. I followed the man for two minutes and took photos.“I think he was aware but didn’t seem to care.”He doubted Hamas was the fan’s name.READ MORE ON MAN UNITEDIt is illegal to show support for the banned group.Cops are trying to identify the shirt wearer.Man Utd does not allow political slogans on its shirts.Hamas is a prescribed terrorist organisation in the UK, and was responsible for killing 1,139 people and taking 250 Israeli hostages on October 7, 2023.Most read in FootballMembership and expressing support for Hamas is an illegal act in the UK and punishable by up to 14 years in prison.A spokesperson for the Met Police said: “On Friday, 24 May police received a call from a member of the public reporting that a man was walking in Oxford Street, W1 wearing a football shirt with an offensive message on it.’Palestine will never die’ Anti-Israel demos rock cities across US with 100 protesters arrested”Enquiries are under way to try and identify the man.”Cops are trying to identify the shirt wearer, snapped at London’s Oxford CircusCredit: SWNS More

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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