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    ‘Looney Tunes knockdown’ – Watch bizarre moment Derek Chisora punch sends Otto Wallin MOONWALKING whole way across ring

    DEREK CHISORA sent Otto Wallin MOONWALKING the whole way across the ring after a huge punch.The 41-year-old beat Swede Wallin on points in Manchester in his 49th fight. Derek Chisora knocked Otto Wallin down with a right handCredit: ReutersWallin was sent flying across the ringCredit: GettyWallin was beaten on pointsCredit: PAHe had Wallin down in round nine with a huge overhand right – sending his opponent flying across the ring to the shock of fans. One said: “Chisora just sent wallin flying across the ring. Literally.”Another added: “Looney tunes knockdown.”One joked: “MJ Moonwalking.”READ MORE IN BOXINGAnother said: “Wallin just got launched across the ring! Derek is loving this.”Chisora is set for a 50th and final bout but completed his last in the UK – tearing up when he got to the arena. He said after victory: “When I arrived, I said to myself I won’t cry but I started crying like a baby. “I was in tears because I love the sport and love the fans. I love everything about it, the ups and downs. It was a very emotional day for me today. It was very hard. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”When I got the cut, then something happened in the third round which I didn’t tell my trainers, my ears popped, and I said I’m going to carry on.”Chisora – cut from round five after a head clash – won an IBF eliminator meaning he closed in on a title shot. Saudi boxing chiefs plan fights at outrageous venues including Eiffel Tower, Colosseum and inside infamous prisonPromoter Frank Warren said: “Whatever he wants, we will make it happen. We will sit down and make it happen. “He’s now won an eliminator for the IBF title and that’s Daniel Dubois’, so he has that in the bank.”Whatever he wants to do, we will do. Tonight, what a performance. I can’t tell you how proud I am of how he fought in there, Otto as well, because it takes two to make a fight.”Chisora is set for a 50th and final fightCredit: Reuters More

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    ‘Lineker never misses a chance’ – Fans in stitches as BBC show host trolling Alan Shearer in throwback clip from 2007

    FANS hailed Gary Lineker’s lethal trolling after he enjoyed a trip down ‘memory pain’ at Alan Shearer’s expense.Prem record scorer Shearer never won silverware in 10 years at Newcastle.Gary Lineker showed Alan Shearer an awkward clip from 18 years agoShearer had a different look back in 2007 but unfortunately not much has changed for Newcastle in terms of a lack of trophiesFellow pundit Shay Given was also dragged into the trollingAnd when the two ex-England strikers were together in the BBC Match of the Day studio on FA Cup fourth-round day, Lineker went straight THERE…Admittedly, it came on the day Newcastle fought back to oust League One Birmingham 3-2, albeit with a controversial goal.But back in 2007 the story could not have been more different when the two sides met at St James’ Park in a round-three replay.Toon cult hero Nolberto Solano even bagged an own goal as Brum triumphed 5-1, despite a reply from James Milner.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBirmingham netted three times after Steven Taylor saw red for the Magpies.And Shearer’s MOTD colleague Shay Given was the Toon keeper that day.Lineker showed a flashback clip from 18 years ago, when Shearer was an MOTD rookie after retiring as a player at the end of the previous season.Beeb host Lineker was seen addressing grinning studio pundits.Most read in FootballBruno N’Gotty netted as Brum won 5-1 at Newcastle 18 years agoCredit: ReutersJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe ex-Tottenham striker said: “No shortage of cup winners, though, in the studio.”Alan Hansen with Liverpool, Lee Dixon with Arsenal and… Alan Shearer, who went close a couple of times with Newcastle.”Newcastle’s Alexander Isak talks to Alan Shearer about Champions League desires Lineker mocked Shearer for being “really confident” Newcastle would beat Birmingham back then – and for always predicting his old club were set for glory.He said to the 260-goal Prem marksman at the time: “I suppose this would be typical if this is the year they go and do it, now you’ve retired?”Shearer admitted ruefully: “I’ve been saying it for the past 10, 11, 12 years – this might just be our year.”MOTD then returned to live coverage, with gleeful viewers suggesting “Lineker never misses a chance!” to taunt pal Shearer.One reckoned the ex-Barcelona ace delivered a “straight bullet”.And another fan twisted the knife by saying of Shearer: “He never won anything at Newcastle that’s for sure unless he played for them in the 60s.”By this stage, Given might have thought he’d escaped stick – for being between the sticks for the 5-1 humiliation.However, Shearer then joked Birmingham’s triumph was “only because Shay was in goal”.READ MORE SUN STORIESGiven said, “Don’t look at me, lads!” – before adding: “I know, I know – I can’t remember!”One viewer responded: “Some things never change! Shearer taking Ls even off the pitch, and Shay caught in the crossfire.” More

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    ‘Setting the example’ – fans hail Ruben Amorim’s devotion to hard work after narrow FA Cup win over Leicester

    MANCHESTER UNITED fans have hailed Ruben Amorim’s devotion to hard work after he held training in the aftermath of his side’s last-gasp FA Cup win over Leicester.Amorim set up a post-match training session for his players on the Old Trafford pitch immediately after United’s 2-1 victory.Amorim oversaw a full training session after United’s 2-1 win over LeicesterAmorim put his United players through their paces after full-timeOnce again, Amorim watched on as his side produced a pitiful display in the first half, with the visitors taking the lead on the brink of the interval through Bobby De Cordova-Reid.The half-time introduction of Alejandro Garnacho provided a lift for United in the second half, and the hosts soon got back on level terms through Joshua Zirkzee.Fans were preparing for extra-time before Harry Maguire headed home in stoppage time, despite appearing to have been offside in the absence of VAR in the fourth round.The dramatic ending spared Amorim’s blushes and the Portuguese gaffer was quick to take action following the full-time whistle.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSA post on the club’s social media channels showed players being put through their paces on the pitch on Friday night.The post confirmed that players were undergoing a full training session, rather than a customary post-match warm-down.And fans absolutely loved to see Amorim’s hardline methods.One wrote on X: “I saw the boss there. That’s setting the example.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSA second said: “Make them work for the badge!”A third added: “This is exactly what we need to see.”Ruud van Nistelrooy talks about his feelings in returning to Old Trafford for Man Utd clash Rasmus Hojlund was involved despite the fact that he played the full 90 minutes against Leicester.The Dane struggled to make an impact, failing to register a single shot and losing possession nine times.The draw for the fifth round will take place on Monday at 7pm.Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club. More

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    Jake Paul brands Canelo Alvarez ‘an owned slave’ in social media rant after dramatic collapse of their $200m fight deal

    JAKE PAUL has branded Canelo Alvarez “an owned slave” in the wake of their shock fight collapsing. The YouTuber-turned-boxer and Mexican great had a deal in place for a May 3 bout in Las Vegas at the T-Mobile Arena to be streamed on Netflix. Jake Paul hit out at Canelo Alvarez after the collapse of their fightCredit: GettyCanelo instead signed a four-fight deal with Saudi Arabia’s Turki AlalshikhCredit: GettyAnd rival promoter Eddie Hearn admitted the fight could have banked the pair a stunning $100MILLION each. Paul revealed the blockbuster was to be announced on Tuesday, February 11 – until it dramatically unravelled overnight. Canelo instead decided to sign a four-fight deal with Saudi Arabia’s boxing supremo Turki Alalshikh – KOing Paul’s hopes of a mega-fight.And the American responded by posting AI images of him defeating Canelo accompanied by a verbal tirade on the world champion. READ MORE IN boxing Paul posted: “Breaking news: Canelo Alvarez ducked me Jake Paul and is now an owned slave with no regard for the pride of the Mexican people who support him on US soil. “It’s not surprising when his whole career he has done nothing for the sport of boxing outside the ring. I’m the new face of boxing. “You cannot have the biggest fight of 2025 without my name involved. “When all of your events tank and lose money you will all realize who the king of the sport is. 28 years old. Biggest fight in boxing history. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”My own boss. Not owned. 5 years in. All of you felines want to see me fail, but god has other plans. “It’s the era of good. The era of the elephant. It’s the era of MVP.” Jake Paul and Canelo Alvarez could split huge £160MILLION purse for shock fight as Eddie Hearn reveals PPV prediction Paul, 28, is coming off a points win over Mike Tyson, 58, in November with over 100MILLION tuning in to watch on Netflix. That was despite the controversy surrounding Tyson’s age and the fact it was his first professionally-sanctioned bout in 20 YEARS. Canelo, 34, meanwhile was also negotiating a September super-fight against unbeaten Terence Crawford, 37, for his super-middleweight belts. But he still needed an opponent to face for his regular Cinco de Mayo weekend fight in May. That is when talks with Paul accelerated – to the anger of Saudi chief Alalshikh who then called off talks for Canelo and Crawford. Alalshikh believed fighting the 11-1 celebrity would have diminished the size of his blockbuster against Crawford. He also claimed Canelo had no intention of actually fighting Paul – instead just needing an opponent for May. Canelo Alvarez ducked me Jake Paul and is now an owned slave with no regard for the pride of the Mexican people who support him on US soil. Jake Paul So Alalshikh offered Alvarez a four-fight deal, starting with a warm-up on May 4 in Riyadh before the title bout with Crawford four months later. And Canelo will also have two more fights in 2026 – potentially in Saudi – after agreeing the late U-turn. Now the four-division champ will proceed with his bout against Crawford – while Paul is left to find a new opponent. A statement from Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions then followed. It read: “MVP was deep in negotiations for a blockbuster fight between Jake Paul and Canelo Alvarez on Cinco de Mayo weekend in Las Vegas, a massive event for the Mexican, Puerto Rican and American fans, and it’s disappointing to see how the situation unfolded. “MVP operates with integrity, transparency, and respect for the sport, its athletes, and the fans. Unfortunately, not everyone in the boxing world shares those values. “This situation is a reminder not to believe everything you read, especially when the current media environment is often controlled by those with hidden agendas, including promoters who have reporters on their payroll. READ MORE SUN STORIES”We remain in active discussions with multiple high-profile opponents and are committed to delivering the biggest fights, the most exciting events, and to working with partners who share our values and our commitment to boxing and its fighters. “Jake Paul isn’t going anywhere, and neither is MVP. We’ll continue to disrupt boxing, on our terms.” More

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    Premier League team with the most bald fans revealed – where does your favourite club rank?

    TOTTENHAM Hotspur have more bald fans than any other Premier League team, a poll reveals.Ten per cent who support Ange Postecoglou’s misfiring men are hairless on top.Tottenham Hotspur chairman Daniel Levy is one of many bald spectators in attendance at club matchesCredit: PAAnd it may not be a surprise — with fans possibly tearing it out in frustration at seeing the North London team slide down the tableTottenham chairman Daniel Levy is also infamously bald.Singer Phil Collins and actor Jude Law are among the club’s follicly challenged fans.Tottenham were just knocked out of the Carabao Cup by Liverpool – with bald manager Arne Slot leading the Reds.READ MORE ON TOTTENHAMAston Villa were second in the slaphead stakes, followed by Liverpool and Manchester United.Newcastle supporters were least likely to be bald, the poll for Harley Street Hair Clinic found.Spurs fan Richard Dunn, 45, of Hastings, East Sussex, said he was aware that whenever he went to a game there were a lot of fans with shiny bonces.He said: “I’ve been bald since I was in my 30s, but whenever I get to a home game I see a creeping rise in the number of bald Spurs fans.Most read in Football“Our form is enough to make anyone tear their hair out, but it seems the long years without a trophy are telling on a lot the receding hairlines you see here.”’I just cannot get my head round it’ – Jamie Redknapp baffled by embarrassing Tottenham stat in Liverpool humiliationPREMIER LEAGUE TABLE OF BALD FANS1) Spurs. 2) Aston Villa. 3) Liverpool. 4) Man United. 5) Chelsea. 6) Brighton. 7) Leicester. 8) Wolves. 9) Everton. 10) Ipswich. 11) Brentford. 12) West Ham. 13) Man City. 14) Southampton. 15) Arsenal. 16) Fulham. 17) Crystal Palace. 18) Bournemouth. 19) Forest. 20) Newcastle.Singer Phil Collins backs up the study, he is bald and supports TottenhamCredit: Getty More

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    Fans spot Sir Alex Ferguson YAWNING as he watches woeful Man Utd – but get distracted by who he’s sitting next to

    SIR ALEX FERGUSON suffered along with Old Trafford fans – as he went from YAWNING to grinning amid a controversial FA Cup clash.But fans who spotted the legendary ex-Manchester United boss were surprised to see the famous face alongside him.Sir Alex Ferguson maybe showed the tension more than tiredness as he yawned during the second half of the FA Cup fourth-round tieCredit: ITVSir Alex didn’t hold back while fellow ex-manager Sam Allardyce, alongside him, watched on with rapt attentionCredit: ITVHarry Maguire is mobbed after his contentious late winnerCredit: GettyFergie saw Bobby De Cordova-Reid bundle Leicester in front.And as the Red Devils dozed on the pitch, the 83-year-old appeared to come close to doing the same in the stands.He let out an enormous yawn  – with his mouth almost as wide as the gap between the United of his day and Ruben Amorim’s current performers.But the Red Devils were rousing, helped by subs Joshua Zirkzee and especially Alejandro Garnacho.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLZirkzee pounced to level, then Harry Maguire nodded the winner in the final minute of stoppage time – despite looking well offside.And at the end Fergie shared a smile with the ex-manager next to him – Sam Allardyce.The former England, West Ham and Newcastle chief was at the fourth-round tie.Big Sam has no direct connections with United or the Foxes but looked absorbed in the action throughout.Most read in FA CupSir Alex looked on intensely as the Red Devils pressed for victoryJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSHis last job in management, with Leeds, ended in June 2023.But the 70-year-old might not remember that too fondly.Roy Keane launches incredible blast at ‘shocking and boring’ Man Utd after woeful first half vs LeicesterHe remained in charge for just 30 days – the shortest reign ever for a Prem boss.Meanwhile, supporters blamed Fergie’s mid-match misery on United’s tactics.One posted: “Ruben Amorim ball made him yawn.”Another wrote: “He’s yawning, might be really boring what United are playing out there.”Similar comments included: “He does NOT enjoy this” and “Looks like hes absolutely enthralled there”.One even suggested: “He can’t wait to get home.”But if Fergie had the first yawn, he might also have had the last laugh – if he reads such snap judgments after United’s fightback.Allardyce appeared to congratulate Fergie at the end More

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    Legendary football commentator Clive Tyldesley shares photo from hospital bed as he provides health update

    CLIVE TYLDESLEY issued a medical update after being admitted to hospital.Tyldesley, 70, shared a selfie showing him in a hospital bed, but thankfully had some great news.Clive Tyldesley was admitted to hospital but thankfully had some good newsCredit: X @CliveTyldesleyTyldesley is one of the greatest match commentatorsCredit: PAThe legendary broadcaster wouldn’t go into any detail as to what happened to him.However, the CBS Sports star reassured his audience by stating he is “fine”.The ITV great also praised the NHS for the amazing care he received by staff.Tyldesley posted on social media: “Another great NHS experience today. I’m so grateful for the expertise, care and smiles I got today. And I’m fine!!”Read More on FootballFans stormed Twitter to wish their favourite commentator a speedy recovery.One fan tweeted: “All the best!”Another commented: “Hope all is well Clive.”A third wrote: “Get well soon.”Most read in FootballThis fan said: “Sending all our love and well wishes Clive.”And that one wished: “Commentating GOAT. Get well soon legend.”TV Legend Clive Tyldesley in position for his last ever commentary gameTyldesley issued a further update soon after, this time wearing headphones.The journalist had even more good news as he confirmed he will be at the Etihad on Tuesday for the Champions League blockbuster clash between Manchester City and Real Madrid.Tyldesley posted: “My post was about the excellence of the NHS. I’m absolutely fine and watching the game. “I’ll be at the Etihad next Tuesday. They were just looking for something and found nothing – barely a brain cell!”Tyldesley’s stunning career kicked off in 1975 when he started out at Radio Trent.He then joined the BBC in 1992 and enjoyed a successful four-year stint.That led him to ITV in 1998 where he called some of the biggest matches until 2024.Tyldesley confirmed he will be at the Etihad on Tuesday for Manchester City vs Real Madrid More

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    Glamorous football presenter Kathy Valencia wears dress so daring she has to check she’s not had wardrobe malfunction

    PRESENTER Kathy Valencia put the “low” in “Yellow Night” – with a daring look in front of 20,000 fans.The popular and almost popping-out broadcaster fronted a famous Ecuadorian extravaganza that peaks with big rivals Barcelona SC and Deportivo Quito clashing.Kathy Valencia was an Amarilla thriller for many fans at Barcelona SC’s match with Deportivo Quito in EcuadorCredit: XShe decided it was worth a check as thousands of viewers looked onCredit: XKathy was also the spokesperson for the event in Ecuador’s capitalCredit: XShe sparked scarlet fever not yellow with this snapCredit: Instagram @flakavalenciaecAnd Kathy’s dress was so low-cut she had to glance down to check she hadn’t suffered a wardrobe malfunction while holding her microphone out on the pitch.The traditional “Noche Amarilla” event was held in Ecuador’s capital city Quito for the second year running.The full day of music and entertainment ends with “Yellow Night” – involving a friendly match pairing two top-flight clubs.Yet Kathy matched the thrills and nearly the spills of that contest with her own colourful contribution at the Atahualpa Olympic Stadium.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLShe’s also the spokesperson for the whole Amarilla occasion, so she made media appearances ahead of the special day to boost what was already guaranteed to be a sizeable attendance.World Cup winner David Trezeguet was another reason the Quito crowd was so massive.The former Juventus striker, who scored France’s Golden Goal in the Euro 2000 final, was the special guest.Barcelona SC, runners-up in last year’s Ecuador League, proceeded to fall 3-0 down against Deportivo.Most read in FootballA second-half fight-back then cut SC’s margin of defeat to 3-2.That recovery made it a game as stirring as the reaction Valencia herself received online throughout the evening.”Is Ecuador shaking?” asked one fan after seeing images of the social media star, who has 31,000 Instagram followers.Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner set to get £750k to star in Celeb Big Brother – but only if bosses agree to strict ruleOther verdicts included: “Awesome look”… “That’s amazing”… and “Tremendo” – a Spanish word that means exactly what you think.Action in Ecuador’s top-tier, LigaPro, starts on February 16 – in other words, 48 hours after Valentine’s Day and one week past Valencia’s Night!Kathy’s online following has grown to 31kCredit: Instagram @flakavalenciaecKathy impressed in front of shades of greyCredit: Instagram @flakavalenciaecShe might dream of global fame after Yellow NightCredit: Instagram @flakavalenciaecLocks amazing! Hair flair is one factor in Kathy’s imageCredit: Instagram @flakavalenciaecShe looks hip both online and on the pitchCredit: Instagram @flakavalenciaec More