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      The Secret Footballer is back exclusively on SunSport – and he’s going in two-footed

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      THE Secret Footballer is back – and he’s going in two-footed.The former Premier League star is teaming up with The Sun to reveal the shocking, scandalous or just plain silly stories that football doesn’t want you to know – and that made him a publishing phenomenon.The Secret Footballer will wear a mask in order to protect his identityBut instead of written columns and books, TSF will be delivering his trademark exclusives, insights and strong opinions face to face on video.His actual face and voice will be disguised by state-of-the-art prosthetics and technology, in order to preserve his anonymity and allow him to go on lifting the lid on what’s really going on behind the scenes.Apart from the mask, though, there will be no filter – just an unmissable, unique take on the game that his fans, old and new, will love.Resurrected and revamped for the digital world, TSF will be the voice of reason in a sport driven mad by egos, money and its own self-importance.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Sun will publish three new videos a day from The Secret Footballer across our Facebook, X, Instagram and YouTube accounts.And we will have one groundbreaking exclusive a week on the website.In addition to incredible daily videos posted across social media, fans will also be able to tune in to all the best bits every single week in our YouTube round-up.TSF told SunSport: “I’m an ex-Premier League player. I’m the inside man. I’m the game’s voice of reason and its voice of truth.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS”I won’t be afraid to speak out.”I am The Secret Footballer. Accept no substitutes. Follow me on The Sun Sport.”How Tuchel will excite England fans by unleashing high press football More

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      Lewis Hamilton baffles fans with ‘San Diego’ codeword as Ferrari star earns incredible Sprint pole position in China

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      LEWIS HAMILTON left fans baffled with a cryptic radio message after achieving Formula One Sprint pole at the Chinese Grand Prix.Hamilton raced over the line in a new track record time of 1:30.849, edging out old rival Max Verstappen and McLaren’s Oscar Piastri.Lewis Hamilton raced to a record-breaking lap time in China to win Sprint poleCredit: RexIt was his first Ferrari pole after a horror weekend in AustraliaCredit: GettyHamilton laughed on the radio after finding out he was on poleCredit: GettyBut a codeword used by engineer Riccardo Adami left fans baffledCredit: GettyHis maiden pole for the Scuderia saw him become the first F1 driver over the age of 40 to achieve pole since Nigel Mansell in 1994, and also the first Brit to score pole for the team since Mansell in 1990.Hamilton was stunned at the pace he got from the car following a horror debut at the season opening Australian Grand Prix when he finished down in P10.Speaking to engineer Riccardo Adami after crossing the line, Hamilton was heard laughing at being told he was on pole for the Sprint.However, a phrase used by Adami left fans baffled.READ MORE IN F1Hamilton asked: “Where are we?”Adami then replied: “That’s San Diego.”Hamilton said: “Really? [Laughing] Yes!”Adami added: “Good job in San Diego, San Diego!”Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSFans flocked to social media to query what the phrase meant, with it presumably not referring to the city located in California, USA.It is not currently clear why the term was used, though it appears to be a codeword for pole position.Behind the scenes in Australia GP paddock including F1 star Lewis Hamilton’s new Ferrari baseSunSport have contacted Ferrari for clarification.Codewords are nothing new to F1 drivers. Hamilton and Mercedes engineer famously used the phrase “Hammer time” when he was told to push the car to go faster during a race.He celebrated with his dad Anthony.Speaking after the session, Hamilton said: “I didn’t expect that result but so, so happy and so proud.”Clearly the last race was a disaster for us but we knew there was more pace in the car.”I’m a bit shocked. I can’t believe we got a pole in the Sprint!”READ MORE SUN STORIESHamilton can win up to eight points for winning the Sprint Race, which commences tomorrow at 3am UK time.Qualifying for the feature race will take place from 7am, with the full race happening at 7am on Sunday. More

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      Jake Humphrey breaks down in tears on BBC as he pays touching tribute to F1 legend Eddie Jordan

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      BBC presenter Jake Humphrey was reduced to tears during a touching tribute to the late Eddie Jordan live on air.It was announced on Thursday that Jordan had passed away aged 76 following a battle with cancer.Jake Humphrey was reduced to tears in an emotional tribute to former colleague and friend Eddie JordanCredit: BBCJordan passed away on Thursday following a battle with cancerCredit: RexJordan was an iconic figure in Formula One, working as both a presenter and team owner for the sport, as well as competing in F2 and F3 as a driver.During his time as a presenter for the BBC’s coverage of F1, Jordan worked alongside Humphrey.Now working on different projects, Humphrey recalled his time alongside Jordan at the Beeb during a heartfelt tribute live on BBC Radio 5 Live.Brought to tears as he was speaking, Humprey said: “He won races, which was remarkable, but I think, more important than that, was that he won hearts.READ MORE ON F1″You know, I remember when I left Formula One a lot of people were questioning why on earth you would leave the BBC to go and join BT Sport (now TNT).”And I’ll never forget, he pulled me to one side and he just said, ‘I know why you’re doing this’.”I said, ‘really?’ and he said, ‘Yes – because you want to be with your kids’, because my wife was pregnant at the time.”I said, ‘You’re absolutely right’. He was the only person in Formula One that knew I was walking away to be with my family.”Most read in MotorsportChoked up, Humphrey added: “I recently went to a Formula One race and I sent him a message afterwards.”I said, ‘The sound, the smell and the heat today reminded me of our days together travelling the world. I love you brother.’.Humphrey, Jordan and David Coulthard worked together to host the BBC’s coverage of Formula One for four yearsCredit: Getty Images – GettyJordan and Humphrey became close friends during their time with the BBCCredit: X/mrjakehumphreyF1 legend Eddie Jordan gives health update on prostrate cancer a month before he sadly passed away “‘Those were the greatest four years of my career, and the impact you had on me was massive.'”‘My ambition and drive came from seeing what you did and how you did it. But more importantly you were the person who made me truly realise that it’s family first every time.'”Jordan’s passing has rocked the world of F1 after a family statement was released confirming the heartbreaking news. It read: “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Eddie Jordan OBE, the ex-Formula 1 team owner, TV pundit and entrepreneur.”He passed away peacefully with family by his side in Cape Town in the early hours of 20th March 2025 at the age of 76, after battling with an aggressive form of prostate cancer for the past 12 months.”EJ brought an abundance of charisma, energy and Irish charm everywhere he went. We all have a huge hole missing without his presence.”He will be missed by so many people, but he leaves us with tonnes of great memories to keep us smiling through our sorrow.”Since then, tributes have poured in for the icon from across the sport and beyond including from the likes of Carlos Sainz, Martin Brundle, Christian Horner and Katie Price.Jordan was a legend in his field and although he never drove in F1, he did race in F2, F3 and Formula Atlantic, as well as 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1981.Ten years later he did finally make it to F1 with his Jordan Grand Prix team, and gave Michael Schumacher his F1 debut in 1991.Jordan Grand Prix raced in F1 until 2005, and achieved its best ever result in 1998 when Damon Hill and Ralf Schumacher finished first and second at the Belgian Grand Prix.The team was sold in 2005 and rebranded as MF1 Racing a year later before becoming Force India and later Racing Point and now Aston Martin.Jordan returned to F1 in 2009 as a pundit for BBC Sport’s Grand Prix and later joined Channel 4 in 2016.He had also been a regular pundit on Sky Sports over the years.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe was awarded an honorary OBE by Her Majesty The Queen in recognition of his services to charity and motor racing in 2012.In 2016 he joined the cast of presenters on Top Gear, who at the time included Chris Evans and Matt LeBlanc.Jordan was a F1 team ownerCredit: AFPHe also spent time as a driver in F2 and F3Credit: GettyJordan turned his hand to presenting later in his careerCredit: GettyJordan, seen posing with his daughter Micki and son Zak, was a family man as well as a businessmanCredit: Getty More

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      Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul tease 2026 fight as they share phone call after YouTube star’s shock call out

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA and Jake Paul teased a shock fight in 2026 after sharing a phone call. YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul sent social media into a frenzy after he called out AJ on his podcast released on Thursday.Jake Paul on the phone to Anthony JoshuaAJ also shared his phone call with Jake PaulPaul said: “I want to fight Anthony Joshua – exclusive – because I know I will f***ing beat Anthony Joshua’s ass.”He doesn’t have a chin, and he has no skill and he’s stiff. I love you Anthony, we’re friends, all this s*** but I want to fight you.”I will beat Canelo, I will beat a lot of f***ing people.”Then, later the same day, Joshua posted a screenshot showing he was five minutes into a phone call with Paul.READ MORE IN BOXINGAnd the two-time world heavyweight champion threw fuel on the fire as he wrote: “2026.”Paul soon followed suit as he also uploaded a photo with AJ on the phone and captioned it: “Look who called. 2026 @anthonyjoshua.”The American, 28, beat Mike Tyson, 58, in his last bout but it was marred in controversy due to the age gap between them.After the fight – which was viewed by more than 100MILLION on Netflix – Paul’s team opened the door to a potential AJ fight.Most read in BoxingA fight with Joshua would blow those figures out of the water.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSPaul weighed a career-heaviest 227lb (16st 2lb) for his eight-round points win over Tyson.Joshua, 35, was 252.5lb (18st) for his September KO loss to Daniel Dubois meaning there is still a TWO STONE difference with Paul.Jake Paul and UFC star Conor McGregor called out for ‘gritty’ never-before-seen boxing fight with ELBOWS allowedPaul is 11-1 as a boxer with his only defeat coming by split-decision to Tommy Fury in Saudi Arabia in 2023.In 2021 – a year after the YouTuber-turned-boxer’s pro debut – Joshua voiced public support of Paul. He told iFL TV: “[He’s] great for boxing. He’s trying, zero amateur experience, throwing himself in the deep end.“He’ll probably learn a lot more than a lot of fighters, throwing himself in the deep end, putting himself under pressure. Good luck to him.”Anthony Joshua with Jake Paul in 2022 More

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      ‘He thinks we are all idiots’ – Chelsea fans turn on Enzo Maresca after ‘delusional’ comments following Arsenal loss

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      CHELSEA fans were furious with manager Enzo Maresca’s post-match comments after their loss to rivals Arsenal.The Blues lost 1-0 to the Gunners at the Emirates on Sunday following Mikel Merino’s winner in the 20th minute.Chelsea fans were furious with manager Enzo Maresca after their loss to rivals ArsenalCredit: X @ChelseaFCMaresca claimed Chelsea ‘controlled the game’ and ‘competed very well’Credit: GettyThe West Londoners’ faithful were furious with the performance against Mikel Arteta’s side.And their frustrations got worse after hearing Maresca, 45, telling Sky Sports his side “controlled the game” and “competed very well” against the North Londoners.Fuming Chelsea fans took to social media and lashed out at the Italian tactician, with some calling him “delusional”, amid a turbulent run in the Premier League.One fan tweeted: “This guy is delusional. The difference was Arsenal tried to win the game. And we had no intention of doing that.”Read More on ChelseaAnother commented: “We controlled the game”??!! Honestly it’s worrying how deluded he is. Controlling the bits of the pitch with sideways passing doesn’t mean you control the game. “We didn’t look threatening at all. Arsenal forced us wide & shut the central areas out comfortably.”A third wrote: “It’s not the fact that he is watching a different game, it’s the fact that he thinks we are all idiots and that we can not see how dire we are. Insulting.”This fan added: “We certainly didn’t control the game.”Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesdayplus player ratings and exclusives from Stamford BridgeAnd that one asked: “Does Maresca watch a different game to the rest of us?”Chelsea fans were also left upset with Maresca following a heated exchange with Arsenal’s Jurrien Timber during the closing stages of the game.Enzo Maresca defends lacklustre Chelsea after Conference League progress Timber was caught on camera leaning in and telling the ex-Leicester boss on the sidelines to: “Try harder, try harder.”Maresca responded with his mouth covered, before the full-back cheekily held out his own hand.The Chelsea boss shook it and fans were not impressed with his light-hearted reaction.Chelsea ratings vs ArsenalCHELSEA missed the chance to pull clear in the race for Champions League football as they suffered a 1-0 defeat at Arsenal.Mikel Merino scored the only goal of the game as the Blues produced a limp performance at the Emirates.They were without several key men including Cole Palmer.And they struggled to create chances against Arsenal with a threadbare subs bench to boot.But who was Chelsea’s best player in North London?And which players will want to forget about their performance as soon as possible?See SunSport’s Andy Dillon’s verdict on the Chelsea players here More

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      ‘Best radio exchange ever’ – Charles Leclerc leaves F1 fans in hysterics as Ferrari discover ‘water is wet’

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      FERRARI had a race weekend to forget during the Formula One season opener in Australia.However, a radio exchange between Charles Leclerc and his race engineer, Bryan Bozzi, left fans in hysterics and did at least provide one lighter moment for the Italian team.Charles Leclerc had a stunning exchange with his race engineer during the Australia Grand PrixCredit: RexLeclerc asked if there was a leakage during the race, to which his engineer replied it ‘must be the water’Credit: GettyLeclerc snapped back ‘let’s add that to the words of wisdom’Credit: GettyChangeable conditions at the Albert Park circuit caused chaos as six cars crashed out of the race, including rookie Isack Hadjar on the FORMATION LAP before he was then consoled by Anthony Hamilton.But early on in the race, Leclerc was heard asking Bozzi about an issue he was having, sparking a stunning exchange.The Monegasque started by asking: “Is there a leakage?”Bozzi replied: “A leakage where?”READ MORE IN F1Leclerc explained: “I have the seat full of water, like full of water.”After a minor delay, Bozzi then responded: “Must be the water.”The 27-year-old then sarcastically replied: “Let’s add that to the words of wisdom.”Fans were loving the hilarious exchange, with one saying on social media: “Following Ferrari is like watching an episode of The Office.”Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSA second said: “Charles Leclerc radio message for the history books.”Another said: “Leclerc’s comedy gold, F1’s new stand-up sensation!”Behind the scenes in Australia GP paddock including F1 star Lewis Hamilton’s new Ferrari baseA fourth added: “Engineering breakthrough at Ferrari: Water is wet.”Leclerc’s team-mate Lewis Hamilton also had his own issues over the radio, lamenting engineer Riccardo Adami for giving him too much information.Ferrari also had a disastrous strategy late on during a rain shower.After leaving both Hamilton and Leclerc out on dry tyres, the Scuderia pair were both placed on the podium with Hamilton even briefly leading the race.However, the slippery conditions saw the team then pit both well after all their rivals had.This left them down in P9 and P10.Leclerc managed to get up to P8 after overtaking Hamilton and Pierre Gasly, while Hamilton finished P10 after overtaking Gasly but was overtaken by Leclerc and Oscar Piastri.X-RATED HAMILTONHamilton blasted an expletive down the radio following the strategy blunder before apologising.Speaking after the race, Leclerc said: “It was definitely a missed opportunity.“I mean, especially in those conditions, when it’s changing and you don’t have the pace, it’s there that you’ve got to score the points. – and we didn’t. “We were not fast enough at the beginning of the race when the race was kind of boring.“Once it mattered to make the right choice, we didn’t.”Hamilton, making his debut for the Scuderia, said: “It was very tricky and went a lot worse than I thought it would go. The car was really, really hard to drive today.”For me, I’m just grateful I kept it out of the wall because that’s where it wanted to go most of the time.”A lot to take from it and just getting acclimatised with the new power unit in the wet conditions.”The settings it requires are different, and a different way of driving and a different set-up on the steering wheel.”I hung out as long as I could, got in the lead at one point. Just the guidance with how much more rain was coming, was missing there, so I think we missed out.”READ MORE SUN STORIESThe race was won by McLaren’s Lando Norris despite him going off track, with Max Verstappen second and George Russell third.The drivers will have a week to regroup before the Chinese Grand Prix, which is also the first Sprint Race of the season. More

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      Newcastle fans take over Covent Garden for second night in wild celebrations after first domestic trophy in 70 years

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      NEWCASTLE fans have taken over Covent Garden for a second consecutive night as they celebrate Carabao Cup success. The Toon Army hit the streets in both the capital and back in the North East following the historic 2-1 win over Liverpool.Newcastle’s 70-year wait for a domestic trophy is finally overCredit: GettyToon supporters down in the capital headed back to Covent Garden for a huge partyCredit: Story Picture AgencyThe party continued long into the night after Toon ended a seven-decade trophy droughtCredit: Story Picture AgencyA topless Newcastle fan climbed a phone box after the matchCredit: PAThousands of fans flocked to St James Park after the final whistle at WembleyCredit: ReutersDan Burn and Alexander Isak were on target for Eddie Howe’s men at the Home of Football.Newcastle survived a late scare after Federico Chiesa netted a consolation in stoppage time. It gave the Toon their first domestic trophy in 70 years. There were scenes of jubilation in the dressing rooms as Burn led the dancing among the players.READ MORE NEWCASTLE NEWSAnd the beer was quickly flowing among supporters as disbelieving fans flocked into central London to celebrate.Fans were seen climbing lampposts and chanting just hours after Gary Neville cheekily called for a “Geordie Bank Holiday”.Supporters who hadn’t been able to get down south gathered around St James Park. Thousands flocked to the ground after the final whistle, with videos going viral of supporters celebrating on Alan Shearer’s statue. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSNewcastle fans had travelled down in huge numbers ahead of Sunday’s game.They packed out central areas of the capital on Saturday night, lighting flares and supping up ahead of the big game.’Try getting that lot into work tomorrow’ – Gary Neville tips ‘Geordie Bank Holiday’ as Newcaslte fans celebrate cup winBoss Howe admitted the occasion got the better of him after his team held on to bag a first trophy since 1955.The 47-year-old is the first Englishman since Harry Redknapp in 2008 to lift major silverware.Howe, fighting back tears, said: “We were well aware of the history and we wanted to do the club proud. “We wanted to score, we wanted to perform and we wanted to win.”We are breaking new ground, I thought we were magnificent.”We knew what was at stake today for all of our fans, we wanted to do them proud and win the trophy.”I am so, so pleased with the result and the performance – we deserved to win today.”It was tough when Liverpool scored. I was thinking about extra time, we always make it difficult for ourselves it was never going to be 2-0.”Goal hero Burn is set to join up with England for the first time on Monday.He admitted: “I don’t want to go to sleep because I feel like I am dreaming. READ MORE SUN STORIES”As soon as I headed it, I knew it was in. I don’t get many so at least I saved it for a big occasion. “I feel strange the minute. It is hard to put into words.”Some fans were seen on Alan Shearer’s statue outside St James’ ParkCredit: ReutersDan Burn found the net just days after his first England call-upCredit: Alamy More

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      ‘Try getting that lot into work tomorrow’ – Gary Neville predicts ‘Geordie Bank Holiday’ as Newcastle fans celebrate win

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      GARY NEVILLE is predicting a wild night on Tyneside after Newcastle ended their 70-year trophy drought. The Manchester United legend was on Sky Sports commentary as Toon beat Liverpool 2-1 in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley.Gary Neville was swept away with the emotion of Newcastle’s Carabao Cup triumphCredit: GettyNewcastle ended a 70-year trophy drought as they beat Liverpool at WembleyCredit: ReutersThe Reds netted in stoppage time but it wasn’t enough to retain the trophyCredit: RexNeville admitted to almost being “in tears” with emotional Newcastle fans as Alexander Isak netted the second after the break. Eddie Howe’s men were pegged back in the final stages after Federico Chiesa netted late in stoppage time.But they held on to end seven decades of hurt and win a first domestic trophy since 1955.Speaking directly to pub owners in the North East, Neville said: “If you’re a publican in Newcastle and you usually close on a Sunday, go and get it open.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe then predicted there would be a “Geordie Bank Holiday” after “black and white” bedlam at the Home of Football. Neville added with a laugh: “Try getting that lot into work tomorrow.”The Magpies had lost five Wembley finals in a row since their last triumph in 1955.Howe spoke out before the game that he believed the club was not “cursed” and his players could “make history”.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThey dominated from the off at Wembley against an out-of-sorts Liverpool, with Dan Burn netting the opener on the stroke of halftime.Isak doubled the lead just minutes after he’d had a tap-in cruelly ruled out for offside. Iconic London landmark lit up by Newcastle stars in incredible projection show ahead of Carabao Cup finalChiesa’s late effort gave the Toon Army time to fear a late Liverpool revival.But they saw the game out to secure a famous win. Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes told ITV: ” This is the best day of my life.”This is my second home. We are making history. “One day I will leave this club and I want the fans to sing my name like they do Shearer.” More