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    Man Utd forced to postpone ticket release as Microsoft outage causes chaos for fans

    MANCHESTER UNITED have been hit by a global IT outage with the club unable to sell tickets.The Red Devil’s website is currently unavailable due to a Microsoft issue which has affected companies across the world.Man Utd are unable to sell ticketsCredit: APFlights in several cities across the world are grounded and thousands have reported being unable to access their online banking apps.Manchester United confirmed that their ticketing website had also been hit.In a statement on X, United wrote: “🚨Unfortunately, due to a global Microsoft Servers outage which is affecting many systems, including ours, this morning’s ticket release will be postponed until midday.”The website will also remain unavailable until the issue is resolved. Further updates will be provided here, including any further potential delays.”READ MORE ON MAN UTDPremier League rivals Crystal Palace confirmed they had also been hit by the outage.The Eagles posted on X: “Due to a global issue affecting Microsoft systems, on-sale for Brentford v Crystal Palace tickets has been delayed until Monday (10:00).”We are unfortunately unable to process ticket sales either online or over the phone, so please do not call the box office.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”We apologise for any inconvenience caused.”Most read in FootballChampionship club Luton Town also confirmed they had been left unable to sell tickets for their games.Airlines ground planes over ‘comms outage’ and flights forced to stay in air from global cyber outage Global services affected by IT outageUK trainsGovia Thameslink Railway (GTR) – urged passengers to expect disruption due to “widespread IT issues”Gatwick Express – warned travellers they are “currently experiencing widespread IT issues”South Western Railway – all ticket vending machines are currently non operational – buy tickets onlineNational Rail – some train operators are unable to access driver diagrams at certain locations, leading to potential short-notice train cancellationsTransPennine Express – some TPE stations and systems are having IT issues – buy tickets onlineAirports and airlinesManchester Airport – delays for those checking-in for Swissport flightsLondon Gatwick – passengers may experience some delays while checking in and passing through security but should still arrive for their normal check-in timeRyanair – advise passengers to arrive at the airport three hours in advance of their flight to avoid any disruptionsEdinburgh Airport – wait times longer than usualStansted Airport – some airline check-in services reverted to being done manually, but main operational systems are unaffected and flights are still operating as normalLuton Airport – running manual systemsHeathrow Airport – affected but flights operational – check with airline on latest journey informationAmerican Airlines – all flights cancelledUnited and Delta – no flights taking offMumbai Airport – check-in desks shut down for IndiGo, Akasa and Spice Jet flightsAustralian airline Qantas – flights groundedSchipol Airport in Amsterdam – flights to and from the Netherlands affectedSpanish airport association AENA – reported issues at 42 airportsTelevision NetworksSky News – Friday morning breakfast show unable to air but now back on screens with reporter reading from printed notesBritain’s GPsThe Wilmslow Health Centre in Cheshire – without access to their IT systemsSolihull Healthcare Partnership in the West Midlands – affected ability to book/consult with patients this morningCentral Lakes Medical Group in Ambleside – stated there has been a “big effect” and delays on the phone expectedPocklington Group Practice in the East Riding of Yorkshire – appointments needing to be cancelled and rearrangedHulme Hall Medical Group, in Stockport – unable to offer any appointmentsWindrush Medical Practice in Witney, Oxfordshire – continuing as normal for urgent enquiries but ask for routine concerns to wait until MondayGrimethorpe Surgery in Barnsley – no access to the clinical system, EMIS WebThe National Pharmacy Association (NPA) confirmed the IT outage is disrupting community pharmaciesA surgery in Putney, southwest London – Displaying an error message online to patients who attempt to bookGlobal hospitalsTwo German hospitals have been forced to cancel emergency operationsThe hospitals, in the northern German cities of Luebeck and Kiel, cancelled all elective operations scheduled for todaySupermarkets and restaurantsMorrisons are affectedSome Waitrose and Co-op are now cash onlyGails and Waterstones experiencing some issuesWetherspoons pubs – only accepting cashWoolworths supermarkets in Australia – self service machines not workingEventsManchester United ticket release postponed – morning’s ticket release will be postponed until midday and website will remain unavailableBanks and supermarkets in Australia including Beyond Bank Australia have also been experiencing issues this morning.Various Microsoft services in Japan and New Zealand are also battling tech issues.Sky Sports News were also hit and left unable to broadcast live.The company wrote: “Due to a global technical issue, Sky Sports News is currently unable to broadcast live.”For all the latest sports news, scores and action, go to the Sky Sports app or website.”The channel continued to broadcast, but was forced to show pre-recorded content rather than anything live.Sky’s News Channel was also affected by the IT issue and left unable to broadcast.The broadcaster were forced to show a shot of their logo with the accompanying text reading: “We apologise for the interruption to this broadcast. We hope to restore the transmission of this broadcast shortly.” More

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    Meet Brit boxing’s best social media star who coached in the Maldives and has Snoop Dogg and Sugar Ray Leonard as fans

    DAN MORLEY – British boxing’s best social media star – is back with a bang.The 28-year-old Epsom welterweight clocked up a modest 8-0 record on the small-hall circuit between 2018 and 2022, to little fanfare.Dan Morley launched his comeback with a perfect liver shot knockoutCredit: RexMorley is now hoping to get a British title shotCredit: Boxing TunesThe 28-year-old coached out in the MaldivesCredit: Instagram @danmorleyboxingHe coached Stranger Things star Millie Bobby Brown during his time thereCredit: Instagram @danmorley97And a disillusionment with the frustrating sport, combined with the covid pandemic that crippled it, put him on the sidelines for two years and bedridden at mum’s house.In that time though, the self-taught video whizz started creating brilliant boxing clips and biographies on some of history’s greatest boxers.This has earned follows and friendships from superstars from Sugar Ray Leonard, to Carl Froch and even Jackass legend Johnny Knoxville and music legend Snoop Dogg.Morley’s TikTok and Instagram accounts grew to over 500,000 followers and he was invited to teach the sport he loves in paradise hotels in Switzerland and the MaldivesRead more BoxingAnd on July 6 the newly empowered puncher won his comeback with a beautiful body shot in the opening round and he already has another September date secured as promoters who previously overlooked him now chase his signature.The entrepreneur sat down with SunSport to explain his rapid rise from the obscurity of his barber’s chair to his mum’s spare sickbed to a couple of star-studded profiles.“I started during Covid when my barber told me to start a TikTok account,” he told SunSport.“I couldn’t be a**ed with it at first but then I started doing a few about myself and my training but that stuff doesn’t stand out and nothing happened.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMorley also spent time coaching and training in SwitzerlandCredit: Instagram @danmorley97Morley is ready to cause a ripple in the boxing world after conquering social mediaCredit: Boxing TunesEpsom welterweight Dan Morley is a TikTok and Instagram whizzCredit: Rex“But then I caught Covid and was in bed at my mum’s and I asked her if she thought people would be interested in the Cuban style of boxing.“She said ‘probably not’ but I did it anyway and it got about 250,000 views and then the TikTok grew.Brit boxer Dan Morley delivers stunning liver shot KOBoxing legend Sugar Ray Leonard is one of Morley’s social media followersCredit: GettyMusic legend Snoop Dogg is also a big Morley fanCredit: Reuters“Since then a few crazy things have happened, like a friendship with Johnny Knoxville, which is mad, Sugar Ray Leonard follows the account and Carl Froch has sent me messages. It’s amazing and a big confidence booster.“When I was first boxing these big names weren’t paying attention and now they are, for my boxing knowledge.”Too many boxing promoters and broadcasters flogged themselves to the social-media-influencer world at the start of the digital craze and we have seen some thoroughly dismal acts and ‘fights’.Thankfully the sport now seems to be pulling away from the fame-desperate circus act it helped kickstart around 2018 when Watford showman KSI danced with American entertainer Logan Paul in Manchester.But it means a bonafide throwback fighter and boxing fan like Morley has been cautious about using the platforms to boost his well-deserved popularity.Morley’s mum told him nobody would watch his Cuban boxing clip – then 250,000 didCredit: RexHe explained: “I was cautious because it is not my nature to sell-out or make a spectacle of myself.“I had a plan to build my following but I had to do it in the right way, which would benefit me but also help people.“I am not very good on phones, my friends get the hump when I take two days to reply to a message.“I am no good at technology but I taught myself all that and learned how to edit up to four good videos a day.“I had to learn how to clip things probably, merge things together but also learn how to not rip anybody else’s footage off.“In my 18 months out I did over 2,000 posts so I put the work in and have hopefully deserved the following.”Morley teaches boxing in stunning spots in Switzerland and Maldives but can’t switch offCredit: RexMorley’s accounts are must-follow content for fellow boxing nerds, sports fans and even history buffs.And he hopes that the modern tools at his disposal help him teach Generation Z about the incredible and criminally underrated men who paved the way for glitz-and-glamour version of the sport we see today.“I have read every book I can find and I am a proper nerd about it,” he laughed.“I want people to know that Harry Greb lost ONCE in 100 fights and went 45-0 in one year – all while being BLIND in one eye.“Some of these feats are so amazing.“Henry Armstrong won 59 of 61 fights in three years – through SEVEN weight divisions.“People rave about Floyd Mayweather and Mike Tyson – and rightly so because they are amazing fighters – but it wrongly feels like people think they are the only boxers who ever walked the earth.”I was cautious because it is not my nature to sell-out or make a spectacle of myself.Dan MorleyMorley now has a following that some British world champions would be proud of – or even have their PR people pay for.The pugilism media pioneer has a podcast and book ideas and has been wisely used by Wasserman to present some of their Channel 5 shows.So why on earth is he back in the back in the gym, punishing and starving himself, sparring hundreds of unpaid rounds and risking his life?“I love boxing,” he said. “I took a break from it and that told me how much I love it.“I have goals that I want to achieve, the social media stuff is all-well-and-good but I have not fulfilled my potential.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I built my social media in a way that allows me to do it as a passion, it doesn’t feel like a cringey way of doing things.“I have the followers that I needed and now I love it.”MORLEY AND THE MALDIVESBy Kealan HughesBRIT boxer brushed shoulders with ex-England rugby stars Jason Robinson and Ben Cohen, as well as fitness guru Joe Wicks.Morley even trained members of the Qatar royal family and a then 15-year-old Millie Bobby Brown of Stranger Things fame on the Maldives island of Huvafen Fushi where he stayed in hotel rooms costing ÂŁ60,000 a night.Time away from the spotlight gave Morley a much-needed break both physically and mentally and he got his love back for boxing, sharing his knowledge first-hand and online.He quickly began to build his fanbase and now boasts 400,000 fans across his social media platforms, including Snoop Dogg, Sugar Ray Leonard and Johnny Knoxville, who recently appeared on his podcast. 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    Chelsea’s pre-season plans in meltdown as Enzo Fernandez’s offensive video sparks huge dressing room rift

    CHELSEA’S pre-season plans are in total meltdown with a dressing-room rift triggered by Enzo Fernandez’s racist video.The midfielder posted a live stream of himself and some Argentina team-mates singing an offensive song referencing the heritage of France’s players.Enzo Fernandez’s offensive video has brought Chelsea’s pre-season in total meltdownCredit: Instagram @enzojfernandezFernandez was filmed singing a derogatory song against French playersCredit: GettyThat didn’t go down well with the Chelsea dressing roomCredit: GettyNew Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has to deal with a dressing room riftCredit: GettyIt sent shockwaves through the Blues’ squad with up to TEN stars either unfollowing or snubbing him on Instagram.The ÂŁ106million World Cup winner has issued an apology but one insider told SunSport: “It’s not enough”.Fernandez, 23, posted on Instagram: “I want to apologise sincerely for a video posted on my Instagram channel during the national team celebrations. The song includes highly offensive language and there is absolutely no excuse for these words.“I stand against discrimination in all forms and apologise for getting caught up in the euphoria of our Copa America celebrations. That video, that moment, those words, do not reflect my beliefs or my character. I am truly sorry.”Read More on ChelseaBlues’ French defender Wesley Fofana branded the extraordinary video clip as “uninhibited racism.”Chelsea have a big French contingent in their squad including Benoit Badiashile, Axel Disasi, Malo Gusto, Malang Sarr, Christopher Nkunku, Lesley Ugochukwu and Fofana. Three other non-French players are believed to be equally upset.Fernandez filmed himself and others chanting that many of Les Bleus’ players have French passports but hail from African countries as they toasted Monday’s Copa America final win over Colombia.Chelsea and world football’s governing body Fifa have launched investigations into the controversial post.Most read in FootballStriker Nicolas Jackson’s attempts to act as peacemaker failed after he published an image of Fernandez greeting a young, black Chelsea fan on a pitch, next to a picture of himself holding up his team-mate’s shirt.The post went up before training — but was later deleted. A source close to Jackson said: “Nicolas had no intention to create controversy or disrespect people. It was a kind gesture to support a team-mate and acted in good faith.”Chelseas midfield struggles with Moises Caicedo and Enzo FernandezChelsea jet out to the States on Monday for pre-season friendlies and Fernandez is expected back halfway through the US tour.Insiders at Stamford Bridge say the incident has rocked harmony within the camp and it will take a lot to repair the damage.One told SunSport: “People are saying ‘what the f*** was he thinking?’”The chant also includes derogatory and transphobic references to Kylian Mbappe.A Chelsea statement read: “We acknowledge and appreciate our player’s public apology and will use this as an opportunity to educate. The club has instigated an internal disciplinary procedure.” More

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    Enzo Fernandez breaks silence after being slammed by Chelsea team-mate Wesley Fofana for ‘uninhibited racism’

    ENZO Fernandez has broken his silence after being slammed by team-mate Wesley Fofana for “uninhibited racism”.Chelsea launched a probe after Fernandez posted a video on Instagram of himself and his Argentina team-mates chanting a sick discriminatory song.Enzo Fernandez has taken to Instagram to issue an apologyCredit: InstagramFrenchman Wesley Fofana called out his Chelsea team-mate after a clip circulated on XCredit: GettyBut the Argentina midfielder has now taken to the same social media platform to issue an apology.He wrote: “I want to apologise sincerely for a video posted on my Instagram channel during the national team celebrations.”The song includes highly offensive language and there is absolutely no excuse for these words.”I stand against discrimination in all forms and apologise for getting caught up in the euphoria of our Copa America celebrations.Read more Sports News”That video, that moment, those words, do not reflect my beliefs or my character. I am truly sorry.”The World Cup winners beat Colombia 1-0 in Miami on Sunday to lift their second successive Copa America trophy.And footage emerged showing celebrating Argentina players singing a racist song on their team bus about the France team following their victory at the Hard Rock Stadium.The vile chant dates back to the 2022 World Cup when Argentina beat France in the final on penalties.Most read in FootballAppearing on live TV some fans from the South American country sang that France’s players were “all from Angola”.And they also targeted Kylian Mbappe with a transphobic chant amid reports surrounding his dating life.Fans sneak into Copa America final through air vents as Argentina stars forced to leave dressing room to help families In the latest video, Chelsea star Fernandez and team-mates could clearly be heard singing the part about Angola.Fofana, 23, who is French and the son of an Ivorian father, took to X to express his frustration with the viral clip as he wrote: “Football in 2024: uninhibited racism”.French FA chiefs are threatening legal action against Argentina over the incident.The FFF condemned the chant and added: “Faced with the seriousness of these shocking remarks.Argentina have been hit by a racism storm after singing a vile chantChelsea star Enzo recorded team-mates singing the sick song on Instagram Live”Contrary to the values of sport and human rights, the president of the FFF decided to directly challenge his Argentine counterpart.”And Fifa to file a legal complaint for insulting remarks of a racial and discriminatory nature.”Chelsea themselves are yet to release a statement.Fernandez filmed the footage on his phone via Instagram live with the midfielder showing celebrations on the team bus.But seconds after the vile chant began he switched the recording off.Football in 2024: uninhibited racism.Wesley FofanaChelsea have a number of French players, such as Christopher Nkunku, Malo Gusto, Axel Disasi, Benoit Badiashile and Lesley Ugochukwu.Several have reportedly unfollowed Fernandez on Instagram.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Argentina squad contains multiple players from the Premier League, including Lisandro Martinez and Alejando Garnacho of Manchester United, Man City’s Julian Alvarez, Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister, Tottenham’s Cristian Romero and Giovani Lo Celso and Aston Villa keeper Emi Martinez.It’s unclear if any of them were involved in the chanting. More

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    England stars break silence on Gareth Southgate’s exit and wish him ‘all the best in your next adventure’

    DECLAN RICE has led tributes to Gareth Southgate after he stepped down as England manager.Southgate confirmed that he would no longer lead the team following defeat in the Euro 2024 final to Spain.Declan Rice thanked Gareth Southgate for his time in charge of EnglandCredit: GettyPlayers shared this touching picture of SouthgateCredit: InstagramThe manager was always well respected by his players and they have taken to social media to show their appreciation.Rice was one of the first to make a statement in which he deemed it a “privilege” to play under the boss.He wrote: “Thank you gaffer, it has been a privilege to play for England under your guidance.”Memories will stay with me forever. All the best of luck with your next adventure.”READ MORE ON ENGLANDGoalkeeper Jordan Pickford posted a picture of himself and Southgate hugging after one match.He wrote: “Completely gutted. This will hurt for a while.”Appreciate everyone who supported us during the tournament and I’d like to thank all my teammates and staff for their work throughout.”I also want to say a special thank you to the boss for always believing in me during his time with us and I would like to wish him all the best in his next steps.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Thank you Gareth.”Jude Bellingham also shared the same picture as Rice thanking Southgate.Footage resurfaces of what Eddie Howe said about England job as he is tipped to succeed Gareth SouthgateSouthgate’s highs and lows as England bossGARETH Southgate took charge of 102 games for England before quitting in the aftermath of the Euro 2024 final defeat to Spain.But what were the best – and worst matches – from the popular gaffer’s eight-year reign before that devastating Sunday night in Berlin? Here we take a look.THE HIGHS:Colombia 1-1 England (3-4 on pens,) 2018 World CupThis was the night that long-suffering supporters finally started to believe that it was coming home.Despite conceding a late equaliser, England held their nerve to advance to the quarter final of the World Cup 2018 on penalties.It was our first shootout victory for 22 years.Spain 2-3 England, 2018 Nations LeagueFollowing on from the World Cup, England won in Spain for the first time in 31 years with a brilliant Uefa Nations League victory.Southgate’s boys stunned the Seville crowd into silence with a thrilling performance that saw them lead 3-0 at the break thanks to a Raheem Sterling brace and Marcus Rashford.Although the hosts scored two after the break, the way the Three Lions tore La Roja apart excited every fan.England 2-1 Denmark, Euro 2020 semi-finalSouthgate led England to their first major final in 55 years as they beat Denmark after extra-time in the Euro 2020 semi-final.Having fallen behind after half an hour, the Three Lions battled back to send it to extra-time courtesy of an own goal.Then it was captain Kane who converted a rebound after Kasper Schmeichel originally saved his penalty in extra-time to win it.England 3-0 Sengal, 2022 World Cup last 16England had already blown Iran and Wales, 6-2 and 3-0 respectively, away in the World Cup 2022 group stages before they breezed past Senegal.The free-scoring Three Lions recorded another big win to set-up a mouthwatering quarter-final against France – what could go wrong?Italy 1-2 England, Euro qualifiers, 2023On a night when Harry Kane became England’s all-time top scorer, the Three Lions recorded a first away win over Italy since 1961.It was the first game since their 2022 World Cup exit, and it ensured a perfect start to their Euro 2022 qualifying campaign.England 2-1 Holland, Euro 2024 sem-finalThe nation doubted Southgate’s men in the semis of Euro 2024, but they responded with a barnstorming display.Xavi Simons opened the scoring for the Dutch but Harry Kane’s penalty drew us level.And Ollie Watkins slotted in a brilliant winner in injury time to see the Three Lions into their second successive Euros final.AND THE LOWS….Croatia 2-1 England, World Cup semi-final, 2018Having led England to a first World Cup semi-final since 1990, Southgate men made a dream start as Kieran Trippier put them ahead in the early exchanges.But Ivan Perisic equalised as the Croats began to take control.Some of Southgate’s substitutions were then questioned after his team were beaten in extra-time, although many gave him the benefit of the doubt as he returned a hero.Italy 1-1 England (3-2 pens) Euro 2020 finalWill probably never get a better chance to have secured a trophy for the Three Lions than this final of the last European Championship.Luke Shaw gave us the lead after just seconds, but just like against Croatia three years earlier, we sat back and let our rivals back into it.Leonardo Bonucci duly equalised in the second half and the game eventually went to penalties.The unfortunate Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho and Bukayo Saka were all brought on to take a spot-kick, but the brave trio all missed as the Azzurri broke our hearts to take the prize.England 0-4 Hungary, Nations League 2023A year on from the Euros and it was utter embarrassment for Southgate in this Nations League game at Molineux.It was our biggest home defeat since 1928 and the result led to England being relegated from the top group of the Nations League and back to one that contained the Republic of Ireland, Finland and Greece.England 1-2 France, World Cup 2022 quarter-finalsAnother case of what could have been.Having been free-scoring throughout Qatar 2022, many fancied us to go all the way at the World Cup despite taking on the holders in the quarters.We fought back from going behind to level through Kane and many believe that France were then there for the taking had Southgate deployed a more attacking approach.Instead, they seemed content with what they had until Olivier Giroud pounced 12 minutes from time to win it.But there was still one more twist of the knife for England as the usually-reliable Kane skied a late penalty over the bar uncharacteristically as we crashed out.The midfielder also shared a message in which he insisted that Southgate was “one of the best coaches” England has ever had.He wrote: “I’d like to thank Gareth and his staff for the great memories during his tenure.”From the point of view of a fan who has become a member of the squad, it’s been a rollercoaster of amazing emotions that has instilled hope and joy back into our country.”It was a privilege being lead by someone who is so dedicated and passionate, not only is Gareth easily one of the best coaches in the history of the national team but also an unbelievable human being.”Thank you for everything and all the best in the next chapter, Gaffer.”Harry Maguire also joined in with a tribute of his own despite missing out on Euro 2024 through injury.The defender had been a regular under Southgate’s reign. He said: “You made us all believe again – memories that will last forever. Thank you boss.”Eberechi Eze has also shared his thoughts on Southgate’s exit as he thanked him for giving him his chance at the Euros.He added: “Painful not to have made the last step but forever grateful for the love and support throughout the journey. Our time is coming! “Would also like the thank Gareth, not only for giving me the opportunity to play in my first major tournament but also for all you and your staff have done to get this England team to where we are today.”We are closer than ever to achieving what we dream of and that is hugely down to what you have created. I wish you all the best for the future.”Southgate, 53, confirmed his exit in an emotional 331-word statement after eight years in the role.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe FA have started the process for finding Southgate’s replacement.It has also been suggested that an interim boss could be installed in the meantime.Southgate statement in full as he QUITS EnglandAs a proud Englishman, it has been the honour of my life to play for England and to manage England. It has meant everything to me, and I have given it my all.But it’s time for change, and for a new chapter. Sunday’s final in Berlin against Spain was my final game as England manager.I joined the FA in 2011, determined to improve English football. In that time, including eight years as England men’s manager, I have been supported by some brilliant people who have my heartfelt thanks.I could not have had anyone better alongside me than Steve Holland. He is one of the most talented coaches of his generation, and has been immense.I have had the privilege of leading a large group of players in 102 games. Every one of them has been proud to wear the three lions on their shirts, and they have been a credit to their country in so many ways.The squad we took to Germany is full of exciting young talent and they can win the trophy we all dream of.I am so proud of them, and I hope we get behind the players and the team at St. George’s Park and the FA who strive every day to improve English football, and understand the power football has to drive positive change.My special thanks go to the backroom staff who have provided the players and me with unstinting support over the last eight years. Their hard work and commitment inspired me every day, and I am so grateful to them – the brilliant ‘team behind the team’.We have the best fans in the world, and their support has meant the world to me. I’m an England fan and I always will be.I look forward to watching and celebrating as the players go on to create more special memories and to connect and inspire the nation as we know they can.Thank you, England – for everything. More

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    Chelsea fans hail ‘our crazy left-back’ as wild footage of Cucurella’s bizarre singing emerges at Spain celebrations

    CHELSEA fans have been left raving about Marc Cucurella, and not just because of his performances.Cucurella was a star of Spain’s successful Euro 2024 campaign as they lifted the trophy for a record fourth time.Marc Cucurella took the microphone and sang a song for fansHe was singing the song fans gave him during the tournamentAnd Chelsea fans were loving it online as he also sported a new lookThe 25-year-old got the assist for Mikel Oyarzabal’s winning goal in the final against England on Sunday.Following the match, he was seen celebrating by singing a fan song about him while standing on a table at a private function.But he has now followed that up by singing the song for fans as well.While appearing in front of a huge crowd at the team celebrations back home in Madrid, Cucurella was asked to sing his song by fans.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAfter grabbing the microphone, Cucurella and the Spain team beckoned the crowd to lower their volume, before he burst out into song.The full lyrics are: “Cucu, Cucurella, eat a paella.”Cucu, Cucurella, drink an Estrella.”Haaland’s trembling, Cucurella’s coming.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”Haaland’s trembling, Cucurella’s coming. So eat a biscuit.”His team-mates then swarmed around him and chanted his name. Watch Cucurella stand on table and sing about ‘drinking Estrella and making Haaland tremble’ during Spain celebrations Blues fans online were loving it, with one saying: “Of all the players I’m so happy for him cause he has been through enough criticism.”A second said: “Trust this season to be great.”A third said: “Cucurella is so lovable and funny man.”Another said: “I love him man.”Cucurella song lyricsLyrics for Marc Cucurella’s songCucu, Cucurella, eat a paella.Cucu, Cucurella, drink an Estrella.Haaland’s trembling, Cucurella’s coming.Haaland’s trembling, Cucurella’s coming. So eat a biscuit.A fifth added: “Making us proud.”Cucurella also sported a new hairdo while on stage. He had promised to do something with his iconic curly hair if Spain won the tournament, and while red hair was one suggestion, it was braids which won the toss.Cucurella also bit back at Gary Neville after his criticism earlier in the tournament when he suggested the left-back could be the weak link for La Roja.READ MORE SUN STORIESTaking to Instagram, he wrote: “We went all the way Gary. Thanks for your support.”Girlfriend Claudia Rodriguez also fired a dig at Neville as she wrote: “How was your night, @gneville2?”. More

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    Glamorous boxer Ebanie Bridges shares video of Argentina fans flashing boobs with cheeky caption about England’s defeat

    EBANIE BRIDGES made a cheeky comment as she shared a video of Argentina fans flashing their boobs.The glamorous boxer has built up an enormous following with her raunchy content and fighting career.Two Argentina fans went viral for their X-rated celebrationEbanie Bridges shared the video with a cheeky commentCredit: Instagram @ebanie_bridgesArgentina was full of celebrations following victory in the Copa America final.The South American nation beat Colombia in the final 1-0 thanks to Lautaro Martinez’s extra-time strike.The win sent fans into jubilations, and a couple of women celebrated by flashing their boobs.The moment was caught on camera and went viral on social media.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBridges shared the video herself and added a cheeky caption alongside it.She wrote: “Too bad England didn’t win.”The boxer was referencing England’s defeat in the Euro 2024 final to Spain.The Three Lions were heartbreakingly beaten after fighting back from 1-0 down after Nico Williams’ opener.Most read in FootballCole Palmer scored a brilliant equaliser in the 73rd minute only for Mikel Oyarzabal to snatch victory 13 minutes later.The two Argentina fans that went viral for flashing themselves had their breasts painted before the game.I’m a former teacher turned world champion boxer and OnlyFans star – I get bombarded with strange requestsTwo men decorated the women with Argentina’s national flag.The women involved have now become household names after they were spotted live on TV stripping off to celebrate Argentina’s dramatic win over France during the World Cup victory in 2022.Meanwhile, Bridges is set to star in a new ITV show that will see her try her hand at fishing.She will feature in the programme alongside the likes of Luke Littler and David Seaman.Inside Bridges’ glamorous life as a boxing champion and OnlyFans star…Bridges is the IBF bantamweight championCredit: Instagram @ebanie_bridgesThe Aussie is known for her racy weigh in outfitsCredit: PABridges posing with her belt in lingerieCredit: AlamyBridges has a legion of fans on social mediaCredit: @ebanie_bridgesThis was Bridges’ way of announcing her OnlyFans deal – by writing on her bodyCredit: AlamyBridges always sets pulses racing on the stageCredit: GettyBridges admits to also having ‘haters’ but claims to have made a ton of money from her online venturesCredit: Instagram @ebanie_bridges More

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    Michael Schumacher’s brother Ralf, 49, reveals he’s in gay relationship as ex-F1 star shares sweet picture with partner

    FORMER Formula One driver and the brother of seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher, Ralf, has taken to social media to announce he is in a same-sex relationship.Schumacher, 49, shared a heartfelt post to his Instagram page of himself standing arm-in-arm with another man on a boat.Ralf Schumacher shared a photo of himself with his partner, EtienneCredit: https://www.instagram.com/ralfschumacher_rsc/Ralf raced alongside seven-time world champion Michael SchumacherCredit: AFPHe captioned the post: “The most beautiful thing in life is when you have the right partner by your side with whom you can share everything.”Carmen Geiss, a close friend of Schumacher’s and a German actress, replied to the post in the comments section, revealing Schumacher’s partner to be a man called Etienne.She said: “I LOVE YOU BOTH SO MUCH. You have the best partner, Etienne, you can imagine.”After 2 years you can finally show your love to the world. I have known Ralf for more than 25 years and he has always been a great joy to me. READ MORE IN F1″Always liberal, a good-hearted person who I can call day and night and above all has always been honest with me in his position. “I am happy that I got to be a part of this love and even more happy for the two who searched and found each other, because I also love Étienne deeply.”She had also taken to her main page to share a photos of herself alongside Schumacher and Etienne, which the German driver also shared to his own story.German Schumacher started 180 races while driving for Jordan, Williams and Toyota across 11 seasons in F1. He won six of them during that time.Most read in MotorsportHis personal life had been the subject of interest throughout his racing career.In 2001 he got married to Cora-Caroline Brinkmann, with whom he had a son, David – who has also gone on to become a racing driver – before the pair eventually divorced in 2015.Inside Michael Schumacher’s decade-long recovery from ‘desperately cruel’ ski crash as brother shares devastating updateThe 22-year-old also shared a heartwarming comment of his own under his father’s post, saying: “I am very happy that you have finally found someone with whom you really feel that you feel very comfortable and secure, no matter if you are a man or a woman, I am 100% behind you dad and wish you all the best and congratulations.”Prior to the reveal, only two former F1 drivers, Lelia Lombardi and Mike Beuttler, had publicly come out as members of the LGTBQ+ community.Ralf is the younger brother of Michael, who has been recovering from a horrific skiing accident in 2013.News of his health has been a closely-guarded secret over the past decade.Details of a sickening ÂŁ12million blackmail plot have been revealed after two men were accused of threatening the Ferrari legend’s family and conspiring to reveal the star’s health condition on the dark web.One of them is said to have worked for Schumacher’s family as a security guard for almost five years.The man – who can only be named as Markus F due to German law – allegedly stole two hard drives of medical data said to contain the health records of the motorsport legend.German actress and Schumacher’s close friend Carmen Geiss shared a heartfelt post of the Ralf and his partnerCredit: Carmen Geiss/InstagramSchumacher was married to Cora Brinkmann for 14 yearsCredit: Reuters🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁  More