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      Amir Khan pays touching tribute to Willie Limond after first man to floor Brit as a pro tragically dies aged just 45

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      AMIR KHAN has paid a touching tribute to Willie Limond after his former opponent’s tragic death.The Scottish boxer, 45, died after succumbing to his condition following a suspected seizure.Scottish boxing star Willie Limond has died aged 45Credit: Kenny RamsayAmir Khan has posted a video to pay tribute to the late star on social mediaLimond was the first man to knock Khan down when they fought in 2007A host of other tributes have poured in from fighters and fans after the sad newsCredit: Scottish News and SportHe was was found unresponsive in his car last Saturday morning in Coatbridge and was rushed to University Hospital Monklands in Airdrie where he remained in a critical condition until passing away.Tributes flooded in for the popular Limond, who was due to fight Geordie Joe Laws in a comeback bout in Glasgow next month.One of the late star’s most famous battles in the ring came back in 2007 when he battled Khan for the Commonwealth lightweight title at London’s O2 Arena.The Englishman was a rising star then after winning silver at the Athens Olympic games and was aged only 20.READ MORE ON BOXINGLimond gave Khan an almighty scare when he knocked him down in the sixth round but he ultimately went on to lose by stoppage after suffering a broken jaw before the start of the ninth.Now Khan has posted a video on social media to pay tribute to his former rival upon learning of his sad passing.The now retired former unified light-welterweight world champion, 37, said: “My thoughts go out to his family.“If there’s anyway that I can help or support, please get in touch with me or the team.Most read in Boxing“It’s sad news for boxing. He was a great person and we met numerous times after we fought each other and like I said my thoughts are with his family and if there’s anyway that I can help then please let me know.“Our prayers go out there for Willie. We’ll keep him in our prayers. Rest in peace, champ.”Tribute to Willie Limond: A Scottish boxing legend passesEx-British title holder and former Sheffield United footballer Curtis Woodhouse, who Limond defeated for the title in 2014, had earlier revealed that he was “gutted”.He said: “Absolutely devastated to hear the news of the passing of Willie Limond, a great fighter and a great man.“We stayed in touch after our fight and always had a laugh together. Absolutely gutted. Rest In Peace champ.”Another of Limond’s biggest bouts was against legendary Mexican fighter Erik Morales in front of 60,000 fans in Mexico City with the WBC silver super lightweight title on the line.He also took on the likes of Anthony Crolla and Tyrone Nurse in other high-profile bouts during the later years of his career. More

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      Arsenal hunting down sick racist who posted vile tweet about England ace Bukayo Saka

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      ARSENAL have stepped up their efforts in the hunt for a racist who abused forward Bukayo Saka on social media.The Premier League side contacted X/Twitter bosses at the weekend to demand the post be removed.Arsenal have stepped up their efforts in the hunt for the racist who abused Bukayo Saka onlineCredit: AlamySaka also received racist abuse after missing a penalty in the Euro 2020 finalCredit: AlamyAnd they are now working with data science company Signify to unmask the troll.The firm uses AI tech to identify abusive social media users.Last year, 18 Arsenal members were banned as a result of its probes.Yesterday, London’s Met Police also confirmed officers are investigating the offensive post, but said no arrests had yet been made.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSSaka, 22 — who played in yesterday’s 2-0 defeat to Aston Villa — was subjected to a vile slur by the yob who said he “needs to be humbled before he ruins this sport any further”.It came after Arsenal’s 2-2 Champions League draw with Bayern Munich last Tuesday in which Saka went down late on and appealed for a penalty.Some fans believe he tried to con the referee by throwing himself into Bayern’s goalie.His abuser’s account has now been made private, so it is not known if the offensive post has been deleted or not.Most read in FootballHowever, The Sun on Sunday revealed Elon Musk’s platform had refused to remove it after it was reported — insisting it “did not violate safety policies”.A source at Arsenal said: “Player welfare is our first priority and our full focus is on supporting Bukayo. We have began our own investigation to attempt to identify the abuser and have contacted X.Raging Bukayo Saka pushed away from referee after Arsenal are denied last-minute penalty against Bayern Munich “We’ll always take strong action to stamp out this abhorrent behaviour.”Arsenal began working with Signify after Saka and England teammates Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho were racially abused for missing penalties in the Euro 2020 final shootout defeat to Italy.The Sun approached X for comment.X refused to remove the racist postCredit: Rex More

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      ‘Scared of upsetting bigger earners’ – Man Utd’s Garnacho likes brutal anti-Ten Hag post after being subbed at half time

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      ALEJANDRO GARNACHO has liked social media posts blasting Erik ten Hag for subbing him at half-time.Manchester United boss Ten Hag was accused of running “scared” of “bigger earners” and throwing Garnacho “under a bus” after a 2-2 draw at Bournemouth.Alejandro Garnacho was hauled off early at BournemouthCredit: RexGarnacho appeared to approve of this hard-hitting postFans then spotted the Argentina star, 19, reacted to that social media outburst from well-known Red Devils’ YouTuber Mark Goldbridge.One responded on X: “Lol Garnacho liked this. Damn Man Utd is getting cooked.”Ten Hag told Sky Sports after earning a fortunate point: “This is not enough… The truth is we did not deserve more.”The first goal we were actually well set up but we lose the ball in a bad area and it was a goal.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWS”There were two or three more occasions where we should have dealt better with the ball.”Then down the right side they were finding ways to hurt us and there were jobs to be done but it was not always done. “Then you get problems. Go with your opponent, that is your job. One part is collaboration and the other is discipline.”Goldbridge posted: “Ten Hag subtly blaming Garnacho in the post match press conference…not a good look throwing a 19 year old under the bus who has actually delivered for you this season. But then again he’s clearly scared of upsetting the bigger earners.”Most read in FootballA fellow Old Trafford supporter replied: “Always scared to blame Rashford.”Another wrote: “He targets whoever puts their heads down. He can’t even substitute those 375k players who drops stinkers after stinkers.”Man Utd fans demand Wayne Rooney’s ‘English Messi’ son Kai, 14, given contract now after shock footage emergesBut some fans disagreed with Goldbridge’s claim that the Red Devils’ Dutch manager is too soft on a crop of under-achieving high-earners.One said: “Are you kidding me? Ten Hag has shown the most faith in Mainoo and Garnacho.”On this occasion, however, full-back Diogo Dalot replaced Garnacho for the second period, with United 2-1 down.And Mason Mount came on for 18-year-old Kobbie Mainoo on 78 minutes at 2-2.One fan said: “Let’s be honest, Garnacho had a poor 1st half. I was expecting EtH to remove Rashford and move Garna to the left at half-time… but he chose to remove Garna.”And another defended Ten Hag’s actions over his whizkid, saying: “He wasn’t blaming him, he just explained what happened in the first half with him.”Boss Erik ten Hag divided opinion with his verdict on United’s drawCredit: RexWilly Kambwala wants to become rock at the back for Man Utd… but Erik ten Hag probably won’t be around to see itBy Ken Lawrence

      ERIK TEN HAG insists he is still the right man to take Manchester United forward.
      The Dutchman believes he can recapture their former glories, despite escaping for the second time in a row what could have been humiliation by Liverpool at the weekend.
      And teen Willy Kambwala revealed his “passion” is to become a rock at the heart of United’s defence after making just his second start of the season against their bitter rivals.
      United trailed 1-0 at half-time on Sunday but fought back to take a 2-1 lead before Mo Salah’s 84th-minute equaliser from the penalty spot.
      Ten Hag was pleased with the second-half performance, declaring it “another signal and message for the future,” before adding, “the team and squad have high potential.”
      Yet the Old Trafford chief sounds more and more like he has his finger stuck in a leaky dyke and does not think it is going to hold.
      Comeback or not, United still threw away a lead for the third time in eight days following their 4-3 defeat to Chelsea and 1-1 draw with Brentford — both deep into injury time.
      And his body language suggests he expects to be crossing it to go back to Holland with his P45 this summer
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      Fury as racist post about England football ace Bukayo Saka STAYS on Twitter because it ‘doesn’t break safety policies’

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      CAMPAIGNERS blasted X/Twitter today for failing to remove a fresh racist post targeting England and Arsenal ace Bukayo Saka.It included a vile photoshopped image and called him an “ape” — yet Elon Musk’s social media firm insisted it “did not violate safety policies”.Twitter/X failed to remove a racist post targeting England footballer Bukayo SakaCredit: The FA / GettyEquality think-tank British future slammed Twitter/X boss Elon Musk for a ‘systemic failure’ to tackle the most obvious and appalling racismCredit: ReutersThe disgusting tweet follows race-hate messages after the Euros final in 2021 in which Saka, Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho missed in a penalty shoot-out defeat to Italy.Furious Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate branded those offensive rants “unforgivable” and X/Twitter promised a crackdown.The latest taunt — sparking fears of more to come in this summer’s tournament — followed Arsenal’s Champions League match against Bayern Munich on Tuesday.Saka, 22, believed he should have had a last-minute penalty but some posters accused him of trying to con the ref. READ MORE ON BUKAYO SAKAThe troll wrote that he “needs to be humbled before he ruins this sport any further” and posted the image.User Andrew Howard reported the post immediately. He wrote in an update: “Three days later, X says, ‘Nah, doesn’t violate our safety policies’, so it’s still up.“I guess that means it will be open season again this summer on England’s players. Pathetic.”Sunder Katwala, director of equality think-tank British Future, said: “There’s been a systematic failure by X/Twitter under Elon Musk to tackle even the most obvious and appalling racism, like this tweet.Most read in Football“It breaks all the promises they made after the Euros. And, if they don’t get their house in order, this year’s tournament will be blighted again. They need to sort it out.”Tory MP Tracey Crouch, vice-chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group for Football Supporters, said: “This post is disgusting and simply unacceptable.Arsenal fans fall in love with Bukayo Saka after response to young kid asking him to join struggling League One club “X should take it down immediately and put measures in place to stop another torrent of racist abuse towards football players.”Earlier tonight, the FA also called on X/Twitter to remove the post.A spokesman told The Sun on Sunday: “Incidents of racism and discrimination have no place in football or wider society, and we are very concerned about the rise in online abuse in recent years.“We worked closely with the Government to ensure the newly introduced Online Safety Act effectively tackles offensive and discriminatory abuse online, and better protects social media users.“We continue to urge the Government to ensure the independent regulator, Ofcom, has sufficient powers to hold social media companies to account.“We also implore social media companies to introduce better tools so users are free from damaging discrimination.”According to the rules and policies section of X/Twitter’s website, “hateful conduct” is a violation of its safety guidelines.It defines this as attacking people “on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, caste, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religious affiliation, age, disability, or serious disease”.The penalty for violations depends on the severity and the individual’s previous record. It can include suspending the account that posted it.However, in a direct reply to Mr Howard’s complaint, it said: “After reviewing the available information, we want to let you know it hasn’t broken our safety policies. “If this account breaks our policies in future, we’ll notify you.”Researchers found the use of offensive slurs increased after Musk took over the site in October 2022. READ MORE SUN STORIESBut the billionaire claims “hate speech impressions” have fallen.X/Twitter was approached for comment earlier today. More

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      Dan Burn sends incredible message to deaf fans DURING goal celebration as Newcastle ace labelled ‘more than a player’

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      DAN BURN was called “more than a player” for keeping a promise to deaf fans by celebrating a Newcastle goal with a British Sign Language message.The Magpies responded to bringing in revolutionary hi-tech shirts for deaf supporters with Saturday’s 4-0 Premier League home thumping of Spurs.This is lovely ❤️Dan Burn aims a BSL celebration towards the deaf fans wearing special sensory shirts for today’s game! 🙌 pic.twitter.com/NkDAej474r— Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) April 13, 2024

      Dan Burn delighted fans in the ground and viewers at home with this British Sign Language messageCredit: Not known, clear with picture deskNewcastle skipper Burn kept a promise to a young fanCredit: Not known, clear with picture deskAnd Toon skipper Burn thrilled supporters with what viewers called a “lovely gesture” and the “moment of the match”.He broke off from his fellow players to turn to the stands, cross his arms and complete a BSL message of “Love the fans.” Burn and full-back Kieran Trippier had met a group of deaf supporters at St James’ Park before the match – learning some BSL and pledging to make a sign during the game.TNT Sports’ cameras captured one young girl in the crowd open-mouthed and smiling with joy at the central defender’s action.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLShe then repeated the crossed-arms sign to another kid.Fans posted their appreciation at Burn’s gesture.He was labelled “Captain fantastic” and “Dan Burn Hero” while a third viewer simply posted: “Wow amazing.”Other verdicts on social media included: “One of the best things you’ll see all day.”Most read in FootballOne excited fan seemed especially thrilled as she copied Burn’s celebrationIt follows Newcastle’s front-of-shirt sponsor Sela bringing in special tops for deaf supporters to wear.The “haptic” shirts react to movement that is generated electronically or mechanically – promising “real-time touch sensation”. And when Burn’s gesture lit up faces and TV screens, one observer wrote: “Mega gesture, mega camerawork.””Wow, this is indeed lovely,” said another.And Jamie Clarke, who is a model as well as a footballer, posted: “As England deaf football team captain, we LOVE this!!” More

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      Premier League star in SUV crash just HOURS before Europa League crunch match

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      ASTON Villa footballer Jhon Durán smashed his luxury SUV just hours before their crunch match against Lille.The Colombia international was seen using his phone while standing next to his crushed BMW X6 in Birmingham.Aston Villa footballer Jhon Durán smashed his luxury SUV just hours before their crunch match against LilleCredit: X/TwitterThe Colombia international was seen using his phone while standing next to his crushed BMW X6 in BirminghamCredit: GettyPictures posted on X/Twitter showed him wearing a cap and a gold chain with a jumper tied around his Villa training shorts.The bonnet of his grey £73,000 car was crumpled with the front grill missing a headlight as fluids leaked out from the undercarriage.Eyewitnesses claimed he crashed into a van at around 11.20am today on the Holloway Head B4127.One told The Sun: “Durán immediately made sure everyone was OK and stayed at the scene to be fair to him.Read more Sports News”His car was in a really bad way and I would not be surprised if it was written off as that’ll be a dear repair.”It caused hefty delays through the City Centre but the main thing is no one was injured.”I guess it’s not ideal preparation for the big game but I hope he still made it to Villa Park on time.”A West Midlands Police spokeswoman said: “We were called to Holloway Head, Birmingham at around 11.20am today (April 11) to reports of a collision involving a car and a van.Most read in Football”No injuries were reported.”Durán, 20, is believed to be fine and will start on the bench for tonight’s Europa Conference League quarter-final.Roy Keane tips Aston Villa star Ollie Watkins to make move to ‘top team’ like Man Utd, City or LiverpoolThe Colombian has largely been used as a substitute since signing for the Villans for a reported £15million in January 2023.But many tipped him to start the home leg against French side Lille with England star striker Olly Watkins still recovering from injury.He scored his first Premier League goal in the 4-0 win against Everton last August before netting his first goal in Europe against Hibernian two weeks later.The young prodigy, who previously played for US side Chicago Fire, has won eight caps for Colombia, scoring once against Japan on his debut.Villa were approached for comment.Durán, 20, is believed to be fine and will start on the bench for tonight’s quarter-final More

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      Spine-chilling footage shows ‘GHOST’ running through stands at football match as fans fear curse on their club

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      FANS have been left stunned after CCTV cameras appeared to catch a “ghost” sprinting around a football stadium.The spine-chilling footage was captured at the Hernando Siles stadium in La Paz, Bolivia.A ‘ghost’ was spotted at a football match in BoliviaThe Strongest beat rivals 2-0 San Antonio Bulo Bulo in the top-flight fixture.However, the most dramatic moment happened in the 70th minute in the stands.The video shows a shadowy figure running around the curve of the ground.Spectators were unaware of the ghoul’s presence amongst them.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAs the figure went by, there was no reaction from the fans despite the close proximity.It is not the first time a “ghost” has been spotted at the ground.A decade ago, another shadowy figure was filmed running through the stands.Its apparent return has left some believing that the club is cursed.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFootage of the moment was shared on social media as fans posted their reactions.One posted: “Now we’re going to be second in the Bolivian League for ten years and not reach the quarter-finals of the Libertadores.Every Premier League stadium ranked by the number of pubs nearby with one boasting over 130 local boozers”Thanks, little ghost.”A second wrote: “Has the Tigre’s [nickname of The Strongest] curse returned?”A third commented: “I think this is the best evidence of a ghost caught on camera to date.” More

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      ‘He behaved like a BABY’ slams Premier League legend as he tears into Arsenal star Bukayo Saka after Bayern draw

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      BUKAYO SAKA was accused of “behaving like a baby” for his ref rant against Bayern Munich.Coming as it did from such a fiery Premier League legend as Paulo Di Canio, that jibe may be seen as ironic – but it was no less scathing for it.Bukayo Saka was furious at being denied a late spot-kickCredit: PAThe ex-West Ham hero didn’t hold back – slating Saka’s outburst after the Arsenal winger was denied the chance of a last-gasp penalty winner.The England ace remonstrated wildly when Swedish referee Glenn Nyberg waved away his appeals.Fans were divided on whether Saka was in the right as he claimed Bayern keeper Manuel Neuer tripped him.But the 22-year-old raced up to Nyberg to complain, even pointing to where on his leg he reckoned Neuer had taken him out.READ MORE ON ARSENALSaka continued his antics seconds later as the final whistle sounded on Tuesday’s 2-2 Champions League quarter-final draw.And Arsenal assistant boss Albert Stuivenberg had to push the star away – with Saka flapping his arms around in annoyance.Sky Italy quoted Di Canio as slamming both the penalty appeal AND in particular Saka’s resulting protests.The former Sunderland chief, 55, said of the spot-kick controversy: “He moves blatantly the leg towards Neuer, it’s never a penalty.”Most read in Champions LeagueSurprised it wasn’t a penalty, says HalseyBy Mark Halsey

      SOME will say that Bukayo Saka initiated the contact, but Manuel Neuer stuck out his leg.
      I was surprised Glenn Nyberg did not award Arsenal a penalty in real time at the end.
      Bayern Munich could have no complaints if it was given, they got away with one.
      Munich were very lucky.
      It is subjective, so maybe that is why VAR did not get involved.
      Had it been given, the decision would not have changed.

      Saka even confronted referee Glenn Nyberg after the final whistleCredit: ReutersAnd Di Canio put the boot in over Saka’s reaction to not getting his way.The ex-Juventus and AC Milan attacker insisted: “He didn’t behave as an experienced player.Hoards of Arsenal fans descend on North London in hunt for unique Bukayo Saka memorabilia”He behaved liked a baby with no experience.”Di Canio might simultaneously be considered the best and worst qualified pundit to judge such tantrums – given his own dodgy track record with match officials.Most infamously of all, the Italian was banned for 11 games in 1998 for pushing ref Paul Alcock over.And fans on social media appeared to believe it was slightly cheeky of Di Canio to assess Saka in such a way.One posted: “Says one of the biggest ‘cry babies'”.Another simply put: “Coming from Di Canio…”But a third fan said of the ex-Lazio forward’s verdict: “Tough! But I agree 99%.”Why would he pick it up? It HAS to be a penalty, says HalseyBy Mark Halsey
      Arsenal could have absolutely no complaints if a penalty was awarded to Bayern Munich.
      The referee signalled for David Raya to take the goal kick.
      He did… and Gabriel picked the ball up. Why would he do that? The whistle had been blown.
      The only person who has made a mistake is Gabriel. Why would he pick the ball up?
      Once the referee has blown his whistle and Gabriel has picked it up, he has to give a penalty.

      Gunners’ winger Saka and team-mate Thomas Partey were locked in animated debate following a contentious climax to a dramatic drawCredit: Reuters More