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    Boxing fans can’t wait for Anthony Joshua and Wilder fight card after zombie-themed ‘best promo video EVER’ drops

    BOXING fans are buzzing for fright night after seeing the zombie-themed promotional video for Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder’s upcoming fights.The video hit social media and included an apocalyptic theme as it introduced the boxers on the fight card.
    Fans have loved the promo videoCredit: X @FrankWarren
    The video was titled ‘Day of Reckoning’Credit: X @FrankWarren
    Deontay Wilder and Frank Warren starred as zombies in a vanCredit: X @FrankWarren
    Anthony Joshua also got into characterCredit: X @FrankWarren
    Deontay Wilder and Anthony Joshua fight promoCredit: X @FrankWarren
    The promo, titled Day of Reckoning, features the likes of Joseph Parker, Wallin, Filip Hrgovic, Dmitry Bivol, Deontay Wilder and AJ.
    Wilder features as a zombie driving a van while he is joined by promoter Frank Warren in the passenger seat.
    AJ shows up as an undead monster signing a poster while his promoter Eddie Hearn smokes a cigar and ashes it on a dismembered head.
    The British boxer has another scene where he thuds his way down a set of stairs before sending a zombie’s head flying with a punch.
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    Meanwhile, Wilder and Warren continue to zoom around a post-apocalyptic world in their van.
    Warren shared the video on his Twitter page and wrote: “Probably the best promo I’ve ever been part of.
    “The day of reckoning is coming.”
    And fans were thrilled with the video as they flocked to social media to comment.
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    The full fight card for the nightCredit: Twitter @MichaelBensonn

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    One posted: “Really don’t know what I watched but f***ing class this is.”
    A second commented: “Best boxing promotional video I have seen. Agree with Frank on that!”
    A third said: “That is incredible.”
    AJ shared some pictures from behind the scenes on his social media.
    AJ showed off his make-upCredit: Instagram
    The boxer will be fighting Otto WallinCredit: Instagram
    The boxer’s pics showed him tucking into some food while in his zombie get-up.
    The detail of the make-up was incredible as AJ showed off his “bite” marks.
    Hearn also shared some snaps on his Instagram page.
    The promoter included a picture of himself in his zombie make-up as well as two of himself in character.
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    He wrote: “Acting debut for the “Day Of Reckoning” promo 😂 – amazing scenes.”
    Eddie Hearn embraced the zombie lookCredit: instagram @eddiehearn

    🥊 Joshua vs Wallin and Wilder vs Parker will be shown live on DAZN PPV and TNT Sports Box Office in the UK on December 23. More

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    Premier League side share incredible new video of £500m new stadium progress as fans predict ‘best in Europe next year’

    EVERTON fans have been left in awe as construction of their new stadium pushes on.The Toffees’ faithful have been keeping up with the developments of the ground via the club’s official Twitter account.
    Construction at Everton’s new stadium continues to progressCredit: PA
    Everton’s new ground will cost a staggering £500millionCredit: PA
    Everton fans are very impressed with the progress of their new homeCredit: PA
    And now the Merseysiders’ supporters have had a sneak peak of how the south stand, west stand and western terrace will look like.
    Fans are loving what they’re seeing so far of their next stadium, which will cost a staggering £500million.
    And some of them even predict it could be the continent’s finest come next year.
    One fan tweeted: “Best stadium in Europe next season.”
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    Another commented: “Love it!!”
    A third wrote “beauty” while others called it a “gem” and “amazing”.
    Everton’s new stadium is expected to be completed in late 2024.
    However, a decision is yet to be made over an exact date on when the first game will be played there.
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    The modern ground is expected to seat 52,888 fans next year.
    And Everton will be hoping to open their doors in the Premier League as they look to avoid relegation after being hit with a 10-point deduction for breaching profit and sustainability rules. More

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    Newcastle ‘interested in Jose Mourinho as manager’ as fans say ‘sincerely hope not’

    NEWCASTLE are reportedly keeping tabs on Roma manager Jose Mourinho with his contract rapidly running out.Mourinho’s deal with the Giallorossi expires in June and talks have begun between him and the club’s hierarchy.
    Newcastle are interested in Roma manager Jose MourinhoCredit: Getty
    Mourinho’s contract at Roma runs out in June and Newcastle are ‘fascinated’Credit: Getty
    According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the Italian giants want to keep the Portuguese tactician who has also won the fans over.
    The Roma faithful are so behind the ex-Chelsea boss that they even put up a banner at Olimpico, calling him a “Romanista for life” on Sunday during the 1-1 draw with Fiorentina.
    However, the former Manchester United manager wants another two-year deal in Rome whereas the club chiefs are more keen on a one-year extension.
    Nevertheless, Roma officials are willing to pay Mourinho €7.5m (£6.4m) per season.
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    However, a return to the Premier League isn’t out of the question for the ex-Tottenham boss.
    That is because interest from Newcastle is “looming” with club bigwigs “fascinated” by the 60-year-old.
    However, there are currently no indications that Toon manager Eddie Howe’s position is under threat.
    And it doesn’t seem like the Magpies’ fans are all keen on replacing Howe with Mourinho.
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    A Newcastle fan tweeted: “We have great team morale at Newcastle at the moment.
    “Sincerely hope Mourinho doesn’t rock up here and destroy that.”
    Real Madrid are also interested in bringing Mourinho back to the Santiago Bernabeu with current manager Carlo Ancelotti’s deal running out in June as well. More

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    BBC bosses ‘are talking to Gary Lineker’ after Match of the Day host slammed Rwanda plan in ANOTHER Twitter storm

    BBC bosses are said to be talking to Gary Lineker after the Match of the Day host was slammed for blasting the Government’s Rwanda plan.The TV host, 63, found himself at the centre of yet another Twitter storm after urging ministers to scrap their Rwanda scheme and come up with a “fair new plan for refugees”.
    BBC bosses are said to be talking to Gary Lineker about his recent tweetsCredit: PA
    The TV pundit called out the government and Grant Shapps for the Rwanda schemeCredit: PA
    In a letter which is campaigning for change, Together With Refugees branded Britain’s refugee system “ever-more uncaring, chaotic and costly”, and said asylum policies are not working.
    And Lineker landed himself in hot water after co-signing a letter with other celebs, calling for the scheme to be thrown out.
    Now, BBC bosses are “talking to Lineker” about his posts, the Times reports.
    The former England star turned pundit said about the letter: “We need a new system that reflects the will of the British people who have opened their homes, donated and volunteered in their local communities.
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    “That’s why I’m backing this new campaign, because fair really can begin here.”
    The Beeb are now said to be discussing whether their updated social media guidelines, which came into play in September, are tight enough after Lineker is accused of ridiculing cabinet minister Grant Shapps and Conservative backbenchers.
    Talks between bosses and Lineker about his tweets are reportedly set to take place.
    A BBC spokesman said: “We aren’t going to comment on individuals or indeed individual tweets.
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    “While the guidance does allow people to talk about issues that matter to them, it is also clear that individuals should be civil and not call into question anyone’s character.
    “We discuss issues that arise with presenters as necessary.”
    Lineker previously sparked an impartiality row in March after saying the Government rhetoric on immigration was similar to that of 1930s’ Germany.
    But after a review, BBC bosses decided to allow its top stars to share their own views on social media and only ruled they should stop short of political campaigning.
    Grant Shapps said on Monday morning that Lineker should stick to presenting football.
    When asked if the Match of the Day host should continue expressing political views, Defence Secretary Mr Shapps told Times Radio: “He’s been through all of this before.
    “The BBC have told him he shouldn’t do this type of thing but still it continues.
    “The point I would make to Mr Lineker is: what is right or moral about having people trafficked dangerously across the English Channel, losing their lives at sea, illegally entering the country?
    “That is not a civilised, morally correct thing to do.”
    He added: “I just fundamentally disagree with him. What happens to him next is up to the BBC.
    “As far as I see it, they have issued previous warnings to him, so it’ll be interesting to see what they do and say at this point.
    “I know millions of people watch him for his football commentary and TV presenting, I would have thought it’s better to stick with that.”
    Tory deputy chairman Lee Anderson told the Daily Mail: “For once in his life, Gary’s absolutely right – we do need a system that reflects the will of the British people. What the people want is to stop the boats and to tell overpaid crisp salesmen to put a sock in it.
    “Alongside cracking down on illegal migration, we need another robust system which keeps Lineker as far away from the public as possible, to give us all a rest from his Left-wing, out-of-touch nonsense.”
    The Beeb row comes as the Prime Minister is trying to convince his own backbenchers to support his Rwanda Bill, with both the right of the party and the One Nation faction set to announce whether they support it later on today.
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    The Bill seeks to declare Rwanda a safe country and also empowers ministers to ignore parts of the Human Rights Act.
    Mr Shapps told Sky News Home Office modelling suggests that of the current cases which are challenged successfully, “99.5% of them would not be challenged once this is in place”. More

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    Glamorous sports presenter Diletta Leotta dubbed ‘most beautiful woman on planet earth’ as she dazzles at Juventus clash

    SPORTS presenter Diletta Leotta has taken social media by storm once more.Leotta covered the Serie A clash between Juventus and Napoli at the Allianz Stadium on Friday.
    Diletta Leotta stood out at Juventus vs Napoli with her silver outfitCredit: Getty

    Leotta shares a series of glam pics across her social media channelsCredit: Instagram @dilettaleotta
    Leotta has attracted a large following across social media
    Leotta’s content attracts a lot of interaction at social mediaCredit: @dilettaleotta
    Juve defeated the defending Italian champions 1-0 thanks to Federico Gatti’s winner on 51 minutes.
    But many were more interested in Leotta and her dazzling silver outfit as she worked pitchside.
    The journalist shared a series of images on Instagram that attracted over 133,000 likes.
    And the Italian’s 9million followers rushed to the comments’ section in awe.
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    One fan posted: “The most beautiful woman on planet Earth.”
    Another commented: “Superrrr.”
    A third wrote: “Gorgeous Dile.”
    This one said: “I just want to say that you are so beautiful and I love your work.”
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    And that one gushed: “Delightful.”
    Leotta has shared a series of glam pics across her social media channels.
    The 32-year-old has also uploaded pics of her and fiance Loris Karius, who currently plays for Newcastle.
    A glimpse inside Leotta’s glamorous life
    Leotta and boyfriend Loris Karius saw in the new year togetherCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dilettaleotta/
    The footballer brought Diletta a cake to her hospital bed as she gave birth to their first child on her own birthdayCredit: INSTAGRAM / dilettaleotta
    The pair posed together in ‘2023’ sunglasses
    Diletta is one of the Serie A’s best loved presentersCredit: Getty
    Diletta stunned as she presented the Turin derby on Italian TVCredit: Instagram @dilettaleotta
    The glamorous TV host put on a leggy display pitchsideCredit: Instagram @dilettaleotta
    And boasts 9million followersCredit: Getty
    Diletta gave birth to her first child with Karius in AugustCredit: Instagram / @dilettaleotta
    Diletta is no stranger to some extravagant outfits on her InstagramCredit: @dilettaleotta
    Diletta and Karius in MilanCredit: The Mega Agency
    The Italian beauty on holiday with Karius
    She has flipped between blonde and brunette looksCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dilettaleotta/
    She has previously worn an outfit similar to her Tomb Raider lookCredit: @dilettaleotta
    Diletta with a pared back lookCredit: Instagram @dilettaleotta
    Diletta Leotta is reportedly dating Loris Karius after he visited her in MilanCredit: Instagram @dilettaleotta
    Leotta has 8.6million Instagram followersCredit: Getty
    She is a presenter for DaznCredit: Instagram @dilettaleotta
    Leotta burst on to the scene with Sky SportsCredit: Instagram @dilettaleotta
    She posts regularly updates on Instagram to the delight of her fansCredit: Instagram @dilettaleotta
    Diletta has 8.5million followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @dilettaleotta
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    Fans say ‘action Jackson always fighting’ as Chelsea striker involved in furious brawl after 2-0 defeat at Everton

    FANS blasted Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson amid ugly scenes after Sunday’s 2-0 defeat at Everton.Jackson was labelled “action Jackson always fighting” after grabbing Toffees’ defender Nathan Patterson round the neck as Chelsea coaching staff held their summer signing back.
    Nicolas Jackson and Everton’s Nathan Patterson square upCredit: Reuters
    Jackson appears to grab Patterson after a ‘frustrating’ defeatCredit: Getty
    Everton players tried to keep the Senegal ace away as he squared up to Patterson.
    And the flare-up left many Blues’ supporters wishing their man showed the same passion before the final whistle.
    One posted: “Nicholas Jackson always getting into confrontations at the end of matches to cover for his rubbish performance.”
    Another claimed: “Jackson always acting tough but never when he playing. Useless guy.”
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    But a third observer had some sympathy as the Blues struggled again.
    He wrote: “Nico Jackson looks so frustrated.”
    Abdoulaye Doucoure and sub Lewis Dobbin struck to give Everton three straight Premier League wins for the first time in two years.
    Meanwhile, Mauricio Pochettino’s Blues drop to 12th as their erratic form continues.
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    Jackson only came on for the final 23 minutes in place of Armando Broja.
    And after the unfortunate scenes at the end, he was given loads of advice by irate fans.
    “Fighting all the time. Play football my friend,” said one.
    Another summed up the situation as: “More fights than wins ffs.” More

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    I’m an Arsenal Invincible who’s launched social media platform to end abuse – I signed up Harry Maguire as an ambassador

    ARSENAL Invincible Gilberto Silva is on a crusade to ensure footballers and fans are free from cyber abuse.The Gunners legend and Brazilian World Cup winner revealed how he was too scared to leave his house after becoming the victim of atrocious hatred and vile threats.
    Gilberto Silva has helped launch social media platform StriverCredit: Getty
    Brazil legend Gilberto was an Arsenal InvincibleCredit: Getty
    He also suffered racial abuse during his time at Arsenal and at Greek club Panathinaikos and claims online hatred is affecting the performances of current Premier League players.
    Gilberto’s personal nightmare inspired him to launch AI-powered anti-hate social media platform Striver.
    And he has already recruited Manchester United and England star Harry Maguire – himself targeted by sick keyboard yobs and Three Lions boo-boys.
    Gilberto became a victim of sick taunts in his very first season at Arsenal.
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    The Gunners’ black stars were racially abused during their 4-0 Champions League triumph at Dutch club PSV Eindhoven in September, 2002.
    He explained: “Somebody in the crowd was making monkey noises at us.  Thierry Henry was very upset at half-time.
    “I just tried  to focus on the game.
    “It’s ridiculous we are still having to tackle racism  nowadays.”
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    Gilberto also suffered sick abuse after he he took Atletico Mineiro to court over a medical dispute following his final injury-hit season with the Brazilian club.
    He revealed: “I had an issue with the club over my knee injury. I spoke to the president, but the club didn’t help me at all and I had to take care of myself.
    “In the end I decided to retire, but I wanted to play another season.“I had no happiness in going to court but, in the end, I had to.”
    However, it sparked a frenzied backlash on social media.
    Gilberto, now 47, added: “The fans became so offended by that and  smashed me.
    “Mentally, it affected me very much, all the negativity, the trauma and it was very tough to deal with. I was forced to shut down all my social media.
    “The club is in Belo Horizonte near my home and, honestly, I was even afraid to go out on the streets.
    “Eventually some fans understood my position and said: ‘We respect your history with us.’
    “But it took time for me to be confident enough to go on social media again.”
    That was despite being a legend in his homeland after a glittering career.
    The midfielder won a Premier League title at Arsenal – when Arsene Wenger’s team went the entire 2003-04 season unbeaten – and two FA Cups.
    Gilberto sits alongside Striver CEO for its launchCredit: Rex
    Gilberto Silva holds aloft the Premier League trophyCredit: Getty
    He also won the Greek Superliga and Cup with Panathinaikos, the Copa Libertadores and two Campeonato Mineiros with Atlético Mineiro and the 2002 World Cup with Brazil.
    Now, Gilberto believes footballers are suffering more abuse than ever.
    A study last year by communications regulator Ofcom revealed more than 300 abusive message are sent to Prem players EVERY day, while Manchester United stars Marcus Rashford and Maguire featured prominently in the list of the 10 most abused footballers.
    Maguire has now become a Striver ambassador and Gilberto also wants to offer advice to Arsenal’s three Brazilian Gabriels – Jesus, Martinelli and Maghalaes.
    Gilberto continued: “We have seen a lot of players who have been target for racists, for example Brazilians Vinicius Jr and Rodrygo at Real Madrid.
    “We are all living in the same world. I don’t need to disrespect anybody, either in a stadium or on the streets. But some cowards on social media feel they are free to say anything they want. We have to stop it.
    “I mentioned these issues the other day with Martinelli and I want to sit down with  the other Arsenal boys.
    “Step by step we will talk to the players when they have an issue and support them, because at some point people feel afraid.
    “Some are frightened to post anything on social media if their team has lost for fear fans will go mad at them.
    “Others are leaving social media for the same reason. It’s crazy because it’s their voice, their channel to communicate with fans.”
    Roberto Carlos, Gilberto’s Brazil teammate, is also involved in the launchCredit: AP:Associated Press
    Gilberto’s Striver platform – co-founded with businessman and “Steyning Town’s most valuable player 1988” Tim Chase – has been designed to give footballers – male and female – a safe space to communicate with their fans.
    Any abuse is removed BEFORE comments are posted.
    Fellow Arsenal Invincible Sol Campbell has joined Maguire is signing up to the Striver app, which also boasts Brazilian legend Roberto Carlos as a shareholder.
    Gilberto said: “We have created a safe environment where they can  interact with  fans without being abused by anybody.”
    Chase insists other big names will be joining – from the men’s and women’s game – over the next six months.
    Gilberto added: “Last season I was working with Maguire’s United team-mate Fred, so I was able to see the abuse Harry suffered.
    “I have seen a lot of the tough situations he has faced, but he has a very strong character because it’s not so easy to face this and then perform at your best in games.
    Harry Maguire has been made an ambassador for StriverCredit: AP
    “He hasn’t let the abuse stop him from doing what he loves, but people forget  players are human and just want to do well for their club.
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    “However, it’s really tough for them when their families, their kids, have to listen to  abusive comments.
    “If we want things to change we have to start that change ourselves. Maybe I’m a dreamer, but why not?” More

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    Football stadium DJ forced to apologise over playing classic track at match and ‘ruining Christmas’ for 7,000 fans

    A FOOTBALL stadium DJ was forced to apologise for playing Last Christmas by Wham! in front of 7,000 fans.The DJ played the classic track at Northampton vs Portsmouth.
    Players of Whamageddon try to avoid the classic hit for as long as possible
    The song was played at half-time during Northampton vs PortsmouthCredit: Rex
    But fans were not happy due to him breaking the rules of a game named “Whamageddon”.
    Players in the game try to avoid George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley’s 1984 hit for as long as possible before Christmas Eve and are eliminated once they hear it.
    Matt Facer, who was the DJ at the match said: “I never knew people took it so seriously.”
    The game started ten years ago but has gained traction on social media with many ‘fans’ now playing it.
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    It has even an official website and sells merchandise.
    The game’s rules say: “While we can’t stop you from deliberately sending your friends to Whamhalla, the intention is that this is a survival game. Not a Battle Royale.”
    The DJ admitted he was aware of the game and thought it would be funny to wipe players out of the game.
    He said: “I gave it a spin, thinking it would be quite funny to wipe out 7,000 people who couldn’t avoid it, but clearly it isn’t funny.
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    “I had a bit of an insult on Twitter, light-hearted, [saying] it was not a nice thing to do, and apparently that was quite tame to what was being said in the stadium.
    “So I officially apologise to everybody whose Christmas I’ve ruined.”
    The DJ has now promised not to play the song again in the lead up to Christmas.
    He told BBC Radio Northampton: “I can take on the chin with my home fans and Portsmouth, but I don’t think I’ll be playing it again.
    “I think it’s a shame people in professions like mine can’t play Wham! until [late] December, but it’s a game and we all have to jump on board.”
    What is Whamageddon?
    Whamageddon is a game that sees players try to avoid Last Christmas by Wham! from December 1st UNTIL THE 24TH. Once you hear the song, you lose. It was created in 2013 but has risen in popularity sue to social media. More