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      Former Premier League and Brazil star breaks down uncontrollably in tears as he announces retirement aged 36

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      FORMER Premier League star Paulinho broke down in tears as he announced his retirement from football.The Brazilian starred for Tottenham between 2013 and 2015 and played over 50 times for his national side.Paulinho has announced his retirement from footballCredit: Getty – ContributorHe was emotional in his announcement videoCredit: Instagram @paulinhop8He left Spurs in 2015 to join Chinese side Guangzhou FCCredit: AFPHe landed a shock move to Barcelona in 2017Credit: REUTERSPaulinho, 36, has now hung up his boots for the last time with an emotional video on social media.He captioned the post: “Thank you football.”Speaking in the video, in which he struggles to talk, he said: “I was privileged to have been a multi-champion and to have won important things, as well as playing in two World Cups and playing for Barcelona.”I left a great legacy.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL”In my last game with Corinthians, with 45,000 Corinthians fans, I felt it would be my last game.”There would be no better way to say goodbye.”The midfielder has been swamped with tributes from fans and his former team-mates.One shared: “Congrats bro, an example of a player without a doubt!”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA second wrote: “Thanks for everything brother! You’re a monster. Football. Thank you.”A third commented: “Congratulations on the beautiful career, your career is written and will never be erased.”Chelsea fans can’t name their OWN PLAYERS after another wild transfer window under owner Todd BoehlyPaulinho’s career by numbersHere is a look at Paulinho’s career statistics…Club career:Pao de Acucar, 2006-2010Games: 39Goals: 7Assists: 0Vilnius (Loan), 2006-2007Games: 38Goals: 5Assists: 0LKS Lodz (Loan), 2007-2008Games: 17Goals: 0Assists: 0Bragantino (Loan), 2009-2010Games: 46Goals: 14Assists: 0Corinthians, 2010-2013 and 2022-2024Games: 212Goals: 40Assists: 17Tottenham, 2013-2015Games: 67Goals: 10Assists: 7Guangzhou FC, 2015-2017 and 2018-2021Games: 176Goals: 75Assists: 29Barcelona, 2017-2018Games: 49Goals: 9Assists: 3Al-Ahli, 2021Games: 4Goals: 2Assists: 0International career:Brazil, 2011-2018Games: 56Goals: 13Assists: 9He scored 13 goals for Brazil during his careerCredit: ReutersA fourth said: “Congratulations on a wonderful career! Let’s fly even higher, you deserve it!”Another added: “His legacy is immense.”Paulinho joined Tottenham as part of the club’s attempts to replace Gareth Bale after the Welshman joined Real Madrid.The Brazilian failed to show his best form in North London and left the club for the Chinese side Guangzhou FC after two seasons.However, in 2017, he made a shock return to European football as he signed for Barcelona in a £33million deal.During his time in Spain, he won the LaLiga title and Copa del Rey in 2018.He then returned to Guangzhou on an initial loan deal, which was then made permanent for £35m in 2019.He left the club yet again in 2021 after he was released from his contract due to the Covid-19 pandemic.READ MORE SUN STORIESAfter a spell in Saudi Arabia with Al-Ahli, he returned to Brazilian side Corinthians, where he made his name, in 2022.But after two years with the club, he has called time on his career.Who are these famous footballers? More

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      Lionel Messi’s glam Wag Antonela loving new season as ‘soccer mom’ and is joined on sidelines by special guest

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      LIONEL MESSI’S wife Antonela Roccuzzo took social media by storm as she kicked off a new season as a “soccer mom”.Antonela, 36, took her son Thiago for training and posted a series of selfies with her child on Instagram.Lionel Messi’s wife Antonela Roccuzzo took her son Thiago to training for a new season as a ‘soccer mom’Antonela was joined by an unexpected guest while sitting on the touchlineAntonela was joined by a lizard while watching her son in actionAntonela will also be supporting Messi during another season with Inter MiamiCredit: AFPMessi’s childhood sweetheart took a seat by the touchline and was joined by an unexpected visitor while watching her son in action.And that was none other than a cute lizard that just happened to be passing by.Antonela posted: “New season of soccer mom starts.”Fans went wild as the photos attracted almost 1.5million likes from her 40.2m followers.Read More on FootballOne fan commented: “The most beautiful.”Another posted: “Goddess.”A third wrote: “What a beautiful family. We love you eternally.”This fan said: “The queen.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd that one gushed: “You are the most beautiful in the whole world.”Messi, 37, is currently sidelined with an injury and watched his team Inter Miami in action from the stands alongside Antonela two weeks ago during a home match against Cincinnati at the Chase Stadium.Work out which global sporting icon lives in this waterside padBut it was the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner’s partner that stole the headlines as she noticed the Apple TV cameramen were keeping a close eye on her and blew a kiss directly down the lens. More

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      England fans baffled as Declan Rice refuses captain’s armband against former team Ireland

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      ENGLAND fans were left confused after Declan Rice refused the captain’s armband against the Republic of Ireland.The Arsenal midfielder made three senior caps for Ireland in friendlies before switching his allegiance to England in 2019.Declan Rice refused to take the captain’s armbandDeclan Rice made Harry Kane remove the captain’s armband from his armAfter being welcomed by derogatory “snake” banners and loud boos from Irish fans, Rice scored England’s opener inside 12 minutes.The Premier League star then humbly refused to celebrate after representing Ireland in his youth through his grandparents.Rice subsequently declined the captain’s armband when skipper Harry Kane was being substituted off in the final five minutes.The 25-year-old took a step back by asking Kane to remove the black armlet and pointed towards John Stones who was coming on.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe Three Lions’ top goalscorer then obliged by walking away from Rice and handing over the reigns to Stones.On the rejecting the captaincy, Rice said: “Kane tried to give me the armband but Stonesy is more senior and experienced than me. “I just said to Harry, ‘Probably John deserves it more than me. I said to give it to John.'”That was it. It doesn’t need to be made into a bigger thing. John is one of the more senior ones. Usually he is captain when Harry doesn’t play so it was the right decision.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnd on not celebrating his goal, Rice added: “Obviously my grandparents are Irish and they’ve all passed away now. “So I did not want to be disrespectful to them. I really enjoyed myself playing for Ireland and did not think it was appropriate.”Lee Carsley goes to WRONG dugout before England clash with IrelandOne England fan posted on X: “Hahahaha Rice is doing too much now, he doesn’t want the armband and he didn’t celebrate after scoring.”An Ireland fan wrote: “Rice is not celebrating his goal or taking the captain’s armband from Kane.”Stop being woke man just take it, not like we give enough of a s**t to care at this stage.”While another noted: “After speaking to Rice, Kane has given the armband to John Stones instead. Weird.”Rice captained England for his 50th cap against Belgium in March this year, as the Three Lions drew 2-2 at Wembley.Jack Grealish, who doubled England’s lead, was also met with a brutally frosty reaction from home fans inside the Aviva Stadium.Both the Manchester City ace and Rice were targeted by boos and jeers with both having ‘betrayed’ Ireland in the eyes of fans.Grealish, though, did not hold back after scoring, as he fist-pumped the air in front of the travelling supporters.He also stuck his fingers in his ears in a statement to silence his critics.READ MORE SUN STORIESMeanwhile, interim boss Lee Carsley passed his first test with flying colours after England stormed to a 2-0 victory.Declan Rice elected not to celebrate after his goal against IrelandJack Grealish and Declan Rice were met with a brutal reaction in DublinCredit: GettyTHIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY..The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheSunFootball and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball. More

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      Georgina Rodriguez dazzles on front cover of Forbes magazine as Cristiano Ronaldo Wag’s amazing rise to top continues

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO’S partner Georgina Rodriguez has made it to a special front cover.Georgina, 30, burst onto the scene in 2016 when she started dating Ronaldo, 39, and quickly became the most followed WAG on social media with 62.6million fans on Instagram alone.Cristiano Ronaldo’s WAG Georgina Rodriguez posed on Forbes’ 30 Under 30Georgina is the most followed WAG on social mediaCredit: Instagram / georginagioGeorgina and Ronaldo have been dating since 2016Credit: https://www.instagram.com/p/C9r-X6SNFff/?hl=en-gb&img_index=1Georgina shares a series of glam snaps on social mediaCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/C9r-X6SNFff/?hl=en-gb&img_index=1Georgina has also launched a series of ad campaignsCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/C9r-X6SNFff/?hl=en-gb&img_index=1The couple met at a Gucci store, where she was a sales assistant during a time when she was living in a cramped, shared house and made £250 per week.But the model quickly built a £9million net worth and that ultimately led her to the cover of Forbes’ 30 Under 30 edition.Georgina posed in a brown figure-hugging top with a pair of black tights.The publication’s special issue celebrates 30 notable people under 30 years old in various industries.Read More on FootballGeorgina’s wealth is bumped up by the Netflix documentary I Am Georgina, as well as ad campaigns for Prada, Gucci and Chanel.The Argentine’s social media accounts keep growing as she shares pics from a series of glam photoshoots.She also posts regular content from her everyday life with Ronaldo and their family.The pair have two children together and formed a family with CR7’s three kids born to two surrogate mothers.Most read in FootballShe also shares snaps from various high-profile events she attends, such as the recent Venice Film Festival.Georgina wowed on the red carpet as she posed in an eye-catching white dress.Cristiano Ronaldo squeezes Georgina Rodriguez’s bum on holidayMeanwhile, Ronaldo continues to compete despite his advanced age as the captain of Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia.Inside the glamorous world of Georgina Rodriguez…Georgina lives a life to be enviedCredit: InstagramThe stunning partner of Ronaldo offers insights into her world using her social channelsCredit: instagram @georginagioShe has over 50 million followers on InstagramCredit: InstagramShe met Ronaldo whilst working as a shop girl at DiorCredit: The Mega AgencyShe is now the mother to his five children, two of which Georgina is the maternal motherCredit: EPAGeorgina now resides in Saudi Arabia follower her partner’s move to the countryCredit: Georgina Rodriguez/instagramGeorgina loves luxury holidays and can often be seen on mega yachtsCredit: Instagram @georginagioBoats are a big love of hersCredit: Refer to CaptionShe travels almost exclusively by private jetCredit: Georgina RodríguezThe Argentine beauty is a regularly at the Venice film festival where she can be seen turning headsCredit: GettyGeorgina is loved by fashion magazines for her sense of styleCredit: AlamyShe models for a range of companiesCredit: georginagio/InstagramRodríguez has modelled for PrettyLittleThing lingerieCredit: InstagramGeorgina’s love of travel is something she regularly shares on her social channels, including this trip to IbizaCredit: Instagram, @georginagio More

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      Man City star Phil Foden moves house weeks after late night party at £3m mansion as removals firm shows off gift

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      PHIL Foden has moved out of his £3million mansion just weeks after police were called to the property about a rowdy party.Removal firm Warrens shared a photo of a signed jersey from the Man City star on social media.Phil Foden left the removal firm with a signed Man City shirtCredit: InstagramStaff members said they were delighted with the giftsCredit: InstagramWarren’s removal firm helped the footballer and his family move out of his £3million mansionCredit: InstagramThe message from the young footballer thanked the firm for helping his family move. The firm replied: “Normally Phil provides the goals and assists but on this occasion, we provided the assist and achieved our goal.”Staff members from the firm were honoured to help the Foden move home and many left heartfelt messages to the England footballer.The move comes after reports that police were called to a late-night party at Foden’s house in Prestbury, Cheshire.read more on footballA neighbour called 999 to complain about the loud music, with one resident saying it was “like being in a nightclub”.Locals said the kids’ party began around 4pm and continued until midnight.Cheshire police confirmed they received a noise complaint but no officers visited the property.One neighbour in his 80s, who lives near the Premier League footballer, claimed the music was “excessively loud,” even though he had turned his TV up to full volume.Most read in SportAnother neighbour claimed the young footballer had other “parties with loud music” but added that it was not a regular occurrence.The disgruntled resident claimed that it was as if the Foden was “hosting a music festival”.MADDISON’S LUXURY MANSIONA Cheshire Police spokeswoman said: “We received a call on Tuesday evening about a noise issue at an address in Prestbury. “However the caller was advised that it was a matter for the council.”Foden’s former £3million mansion featured five bedrooms, a swimming pool, a cinema room, a gym and a large garden with a hot tub and trampoline.Wayne Rooney used to live nearby until he moved to a £20million mega-mansion nearby.A source told The Sun back in 2022: “Phil loves living in Cheshire but felt it was time to fly the nest now he has two young children with his partner, Rebecca.“It’s in his old neighbourhood so they feel very settled in already.”READ MORE SUN STORIESIt comes after a lucky football fan secured a £3.5million house in Cheshire’s footballers’ paradise – from just a £10 raffle.And James Maddison is flogging his jaw-dropping house that comes with its own football pitch for just £2.5million.Phil Foden’s signed England jerseyCredit: Instagram More

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      Man Utd star Alejandro Garnacho snaps at social media troll in 11-word now-deleted post over cruel ‘highlights’ video

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      MANCHESTER UNITED star Alejandro Garnacho hit back at an online troll in a now-deleted tweet.The 20-year-old has had a mixed start to the season, with the Red Devils losing two of their three Premier League games so far.Alejandro Garnacho snapped back at an online bully on social mediaCredit: EPAGarnacho scored in the Community Shield defeat to Manchester City and assisted Joshua Zirkzee’s winner versus Fulham – but his performances have still been criticised by some.After United’s 3-0 defeat to Liverpool, an account on X posted a cruel highlights video of the player losing the ball and misplacing passes.The upload was titled: “Alejandro Garnacho – Season so far.”And to the surprise of fans, the winger snapped at the bully and replied to his post.READ MORE ON MAN UTDGarnacho said: “Wasting your time making clips of me – your life so far.”The horrid troll then responded: “Focus on your first touch and dribbling you bum. If you weren’t so bad I wouldn’t have any footage to post.”Garnacho then deleted his initial reply.The Argentine had a tough afternoon against Liverpool, with Arne Slot’s tactical masterclass often forcing him deep into a right-back position.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBut his efforts were still appreciated by Man Utd fans at Old Trafford as some booed Erik ten Hag’s decision to sub him off after 69 minutes.The manager was asked about his tactical switch and he explained: “It was the first start for Zirkzee and for Garnacho. Then you decide to bring players on who can have an impact. Man Utd fans say ‘this is a tough watch’ as Ten Hag claims he ‘feels sorry’ for journalist in awkward interview”Amad Diallo, he deserved it [to come on]. He can have an impact. We then brought a player off who is not used to 90 minutes.”Man Utd player ratings vs LiverpoolMANCHESTER UNITED had a horror show against Liverpool as they lost 3-0.Casemiro was so bad he was taken off at half-time.But were there any positive performances at Old Trafford?Andre Onana – 5Nothing he could do about any of Liverpool’s goals and made a few saves to prevent the scoreline from getting worse.Noussair Mazraoui – 5Came close to scoring in the first half and looked solid enough against Diaz although he did push up too high before Liverpool’s opener.Matthijs de Ligt – 4Left Diaz and Domink Szobozslai in acres of space for the opening goal but was left in a tricky spot thanks to Casemiro’s error. Booked for a shocking late tackle on Diaz.Lisandro Martinez – 3Lost Diaz for the second goal which meant the Colombian was able to score unmarked from the penalty spot.Also guilty of giving away the ball too easily and was not tight enough with his marking.Diogo Dalot – 4Was caught out pushing up too quickly for the first goal and did not do enough to stop Mo Salah’s cross in the build-up to Liverpool’s second.Looked dangerous in attack at times but too infrequently as he had plenty of defensive work to do since Rashford did not track Trent Alexander-Arnold.Casemiro – 2A horror show in the first half as he gave the ball away in the lead up to both of Liverpool’s goals.He was caught on the ball for the second after a shocking misplaced pass left his defence vulnerable for the opening goal. Hooked at half-time.Kobbie Mainoo – 4Fell victim to the Casemiro curse as he was shrugged off the ball in a terrible position, allowing Liverpool to add a third with ease.Bruno Fernandes – 5Was United’s most creative spark but that is not saying much. Tried to get his side going in the first half but looked short of ideas and inspiration after the break.Alejandro Garnacho – 4Still appears to be a little rusty and is yet to hit the heights he reached last season.Marcus Rashford – 3Nothing came off for the out-of-sorts forward who must be running out of chances before he is dropped.Joshua Zirkzee – 4Quiet up-front and had little influence on the wing as well, but missed a clear-cut chance with his head and should have turned in Rashford’s cross which he met at the far post.SubsTom Collyer (for Casemiro, HT) – 5A difficult game for the youngster to make his Premier League debut but he put himself about and won a few tackles.Harry Maguire (for De Ligt, 69mins) – 5Shored things up at the back as Liverpool took their foot off the pedal.Amad (for Garnacho, 69mins) – 5Provided a spark on the right and looked more lively than Garnacho.Christian Eriksen (for Zirkzee, 86mins) – N/ANot on long enough to make an impact. More

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      Luke Littler puts brave face on after Man Utd hammering as darts star brutally trolls Liverpool legend

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      LUKE LITTLER put on a brave face as he trolled a Liverpool legend just minutes after they beat his beloved Manchester United.Arne Slot’s lot ran rampant against their bitter rivals on Sunday, registering an emphatic 3-0 win at Old Trafford.Manchester United suffered an embarrassing 3-0 defeat to Liverpool at the weekendCredit: PAUnited superfan Luke Littler caught the score before his German Darts Masters clash with Peter WrightCredit: INSTAGRAM/MANCHESTER UNITEDLittler decided to take aim at Kop icon Steven Gerrard after the matchAnd rather than take to social media to show his disappointment, darts sensation Littler took to his Instagram to troll Reds legend Steven Gerrard.The 17-year-old – who was filmed playing darts as a toddler while wearing an England shirt with Gerrard’s name on it – posted a side-by-side picture of himself holding his Premier League Darts trophy and the Kop icon looking dejected to his story.And he emblazoned a 1-0 scoreline across the snap in a blunt reference to Gerrard’s failure to win the English top fight.Gerard has yet to respond to Littler’s dig, which came after the teen lost the Geman Darts Masters final to Peter Wright.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLLittler was beaten by Peter ‘Snakebite’ Wright 8-5 in a sensational final in Hildesheim.Littler was overcome with emotion after losing the match, in which he sarcastically applauded fans.And he later revealed he broke down as one of his best friends is currently mourning the loss of his father.He wrote on his Instagram story: “Not looking for sympathy or anything I was just trying to say how my best mate has lost his dad at such a young age.Most read in DartsLuke Littler lost the German Darts Masters final to Peter Wright on SundayCredit: PDC Europe”I’ve known Ellis since we both was 3,4 and it’s been on my mind all week the strongest lad I know.”And just couldn’t get the job done as I would of liked.”Luke Littler in shock split from girlfriend Eloise Milburn with darts star, 17, heartbroken after 10 months of datingFan favourite Wright received a roaring reception after winning the tournament and was also overcome with emotion.Choking back tears, an emotional Wright said: “I’m on the way back.” More

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      Fans say ‘this is gonna save boxing’ as new price for PPV fights is proposed

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      SAUDI supremo Turki Alalshikh wants to overhaul boxing’s pay-per-view structure and LOWER prices – and fight fans are over the moon.Prices for the premier fights in the sport have shot up in recent years, much to the frustration of fans worldwide.Pay-per-view prices for big boxing fights have shot up in recent yearsCredit: GETTYSaudi boxing supremo Turki Alalshikh wants to LOWER the prices fight fans payCredit: GettyBoxing fans in the UK once paid a cool £19.95 to watch fights from the comfort of their homes, but broadcasters bumped up the price to £24.95 in December 2019 for Anthony Joshua rematch with Andy Ruiz Jr.American fans have it even worse, regularly paying between $69.99 (£53.31) and $84.99 (£64.72) to watch the elite throw down, fees which have led to an increase in illegal streaming.But Alalshikh plans to combat the rise in dodgy streaming by working with broadcasters to lower their prices to a less than £20 in the UK and $20 in the USA.During an appearance on talkSPORT, he said: “You mention the PPV, I think this is my next big fight and I want your advice also.READ MORE BOXING NEWS”I dream of a PPV with a good price to make the fans happy and subscribe and get them to watch it legally.”Usually when I see a high PPV, a lot of people go and watch the fight illegally and this is not healthy for boxing and the platform.”What I will try to push is to have our Riyadh Season shows at less than £20 in England and less than $20 around the world…”I would prefer to have one million fans subscribe and buy the PPV for £20 than less than 500,000 [for £40].Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”The people go around it illegally because the price is high. In the future, this will not build boxing.”If I give the fans good fights at a good price then I will increase the fanbase.”Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois on track to break Tyson Fury’s stunning record at world title fight Alalshikh’s plans were well received by fight fans, one of whom said: “Salute!!”Another said: “Man of the people.”And another said: “This man might be the saviour.”One remarked: “This is gonna save boxing.”Another chimed in: “There goes my hero!”Brit boxing fans had to pay £24.99 in May to watch the historic undisputed heavyweight title fight between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk, while Americans forked out $69.99.READ MORE SUN STORIESThey will, however, pay considerably less for this month’s IBF heavyweight title fight between defending champion Daniel Dubois and former titleholder Anthony Joshua.TNT Sports have slapped a £19.95 price tag on the domestic dust-up, which will take place in front of 96,000 fans at Wembley Stadium. More