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      Francis Ngannou’s 15-month-old son tragically dies as UFC champion-turned boxer shares heartbreaking post

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      FRANCIS NGANNOU’S 15-month old son Kobe has tragically passed away.The 37-year-old, who recently fought both Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua, took to X to confirm the heartbreaking news.Francis Ngannou posted a heartbreaking tribute after his 15-month-old son passed awayCredit: AFPNgannou wrote a statement on XCredit: XIn a statement on Ngannou’s X account, he wrote: “Too soon to leave but yet he’s gone.”My little boy, my mate, my partner Kobe was full of life and joy. Now, he’s laying without life. I shouted his name over and over but he’s not responding.”How do you deal with such a thing? How can you live with it?”Please help me if you have any idea because I really don’t know what to do and how to deal with this.”READ MORE ON NGANNOUHe had earlier written on X: “What’s the purpose of life if what we’re fighting tooth and nail to get away from is what finally hit us the hardest!?”Why is life so unfair and merciless? Why does life always take what we don’t have? I’m f***ing tired.”Little is known about Ngannou’s personal life and it is unclear who the child’s mother is.Fans were quick to share their well-wishes for the boxer amidst the shock news.Most read in BoxingFellow UFC star Conor McGregor wrote: “I am so sorry to hear of your loss Francis, my prayers are with you and your family at this time.”Francis Ngannou’s story from refugee to fighting Tyson Fury and Anthony JoshuaHe was joined by former Ngannou opponent Joshua, who wrote: “May the memories you shared bring you comfort.”A fellow well-wisher wrote: “No parent should ever have to go through this 💔 My deepest sympathies.”Another fan wrote: “Incredibly sorry for your loss – unimaginable 🙏🏼”Ngannou was UFC heavyweight champion between 2020 and 2023 before he left to pursue a career in boxing.That saw him give Fury an almighty scare in October last year when he dropped the Brit in the fifth round – before narrowly losing on points.That was despite the fight being Ngannou’s first ever professional boxing match.His training saw him strike up a close relationship with boxing legend Mike Tyson, who prepared him for his fight against the Gypsy King.He went on to lose to Joshua in his second professional bout last month.Ngannou’s heartbreaking tribute in fullHEARTBROKEN Francis Ngannou wrote on X after the devastating loss of his 15-month-old son:
      “Too soon to leave but yet he’s gone.
      “My little boy, my mate, my partner Kobe was full of life and joy.
      “Now, he’s laying without life. I shouted his name over and over but he’s not responding.
      “How do you deal with such a thing? How can you live with it?
      “Please help me if you have any idea because I really don’t know what to do and how to deal with this.”

      Ngannou experienced an incredible rise to stardom in martial arts after facing extreme poverty in his hometown of Batie in Cameroon.Aged nine, he began working in a sand mine alongside his 11-year-old brother to provide for his family.He moved from Cameroon to France aged 26 without a penny to his name to pursue a career in boxing.READ MORE SUN STORIESAfter initially being homeless after moving to Europe, he met coach Didier Carmont who let him train and sleep at the boxing gym free of charge.Here, he was first introduced to the sport of MMA which saw him go on to become one of the biggest names in the history of the sport.Inside Francis Ngannou’s incredible rise from childhood in sandmines to boxing stardomBy Jon Boon
      FRANCIS NGANNOU’S remarkable journey to reach the top is one of hope, courage, strength and character, and is symbolic of the fighter he is.
      The Cameroonian has been the heavyweight king of UFC and earned tens of millions in the boxing ring in bouts with Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua.But he faces much tougher tests in his life that prove he is as resilient as it gets.From a tough start in Cameroon, where he worked in the sand mines as a nine-year-old for just £1.50 a day, to being homeless in Paris, his story is the ultimate tale of survival.Click here to read more about Ngannou’s incredible story More

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      ‘Genuinely, is Mudryk a professional footballer?’ ask fans as Chelsea’s £88m flop hits CORNER FLAG with wild attempt

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      CHELSEA fans were in despair after seeing Mykhailo Mudryk’s long-range effort almost go out for a throw-in. Mudryk, 23, started for the Blues against Villa at Villa Park and stood out for all the wrong reasons during the first half.Chelsea ace Mykhailo Mudryk put together arguably the biggest miss of the seasonCredit: beIN SportsMudryk tried a wild shot that completely missed the target and instead hit the corner flagCredit: beIN SportsHigh-flying Villa took an early lead through Marc Cucurella’s own goal.But Chelsea were in the ascendancy and pushing for a leveller when Mydryk found some space a few yards outside of the Villans’ box.The Ukrainian cut in from the left onto his right foot and let leash on Emiliano Martinez’s goal.However, it did not quite go to plan as the effort sliced further and further wide, all the way towards right corner before just rolling out for a goal-kick rather than a throw.Read More on FootballVilla fans cried out an ironic gasp while a raft of Chelsea supporters took to social media to vent.One fan tweeted: “Genuinely, is MUDRYK a footballer?”Another commented: “No way is Mudryk a professional footballer.”A third said: “Mudryk is one funny player I tell ya.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThis fan posted: “Mudryk is too funny. How is that even possible?”And that one stated: “Mudryk tries a shot from distance but it hits the linesman. Quite an achievement actually.”Chelsea fans in awe as Mykhailo Mudryk ‘turns into Neymar’ with outrageous bit of skill… but he blows it instantlyMudryk cost Chelsea a staggering £88million last January when he arrived from Shakhtar Donetsk.Since then the Ukrainian has only managed a total of six goals and four assists in 53 appearances.Fortunately for Mudryk, Noni Madueke and Conor Gallagher did remember their shooting boots, as Chelsea left the Midlands with a hard-fought 2-2 draw.Our beautiful game is broken, says Dave KidBy Dave Kidd
      WHEN Manchester United got lucky in their FA Cup semi-final, Antony’s first instinct was to goad heartbroken opponents Coventry. To rub their noses in the dirt.
      Antony seems to be a vile individual but this isn’t really about Antony. Because Antony is merely a symptom of the hideous sickness within England’s top flight.
      There is so much wrong.
      After our elite clubs persuaded the FA to completely scrap Cup replays — which gave us Ronnie Radford and Ricky Villa and Ryan Giggs — without due recompense or reasoning with the rest of English football.
      The previous day, after his Manchester City side had defeated Chelsea in the other FA Cup semi-final, Pep Guardiola whinged about the fixture scheduling of TV companies who effectively pay much of his £20m salary.
      Up at Wolves, Guardiola’s friend and rival Mikel Arteta was playing the same sad song about fixture congestion, despite his Arsenal side having played two fewer games this season than Coventry — who don’t have £50m squad players to rotate with.
      Chelsea, oh Chelsea. The one-time plaything of a Russian oligarch now owned by financially incontinent venture capitalists who have piddled £1billion on a squad of players who fight like weasels in a sack about who should bask in the personal glory of scoring the penalty that puts them 5-0 up against Everton.
      Read Dave Kidd’s full column as he takes aim at Nottingham Forest, Fulham’s ticket prices, the 39th game, VAR and much more… More

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      ‘Mo Salah’s gone full Jose Mourinho’, say fans as Liverpool star reacts to Klopp row with scathing nine-word statement

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      LIVERPOOL superstar Mohamed Salah has been compared to Jose Mourinho over his reaction to his explosive row with Jurgen Klopp.Salah, 31, started the trip to West Ham on the bench, much to the surprise of many, and was getting ready to come on during the 82nd minute.Liverpool star Mohamed Salah refused to address his row with Jurgen KloppCredit: GettyLiverpool star Salah was compared to Jose Mourinho after his fiery statementCredit: ReutersThat was when Klopp, 56, approached the star winger on the touchline and whispered something to his ear.That led to a fiery reaction from the Egypt international who started yelling towards his manager while gesticulating with his arms.The argument got so heated team-mates Darwin Nunez and Joe Gomez had to get involved and separate the two in front of the cameras and a packed London Stadium.Klopp tried to pour cold water on the incident during his post-match press conference insisting the matter was closed after a discussion in the dressing room.Read More on FootballHowever, the Liverpool star suggested otherwise as he walked through the mixed zone telling journalists he couldn’t speak as he suggested things would get even worse if he did.Salah said: “There’s going to be fire today if I speak.”That brought back memories of Mourinho’s infamous post-match interview in 2014.The Special One cut a frustrated figure during his second spell at Chelsea after a loss to Aston Villa and stated he shouldn’t express his true feelings or there would be repercussions.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMourinho said 10 years ago: “I prefer not to speak. If I speak I am in big trouble. In big trouble. And I don’t want to be in big trouble.”Fans couldn’t help but see the resemblance as they stormed social media.Jurgen Klopp insists Mo Salah is 100% committed to Liverpool amidst speculation linking him with a move to Saudi Arabia One fan tweeted: “Wonderful. Salah gone full Mourinho. Great look Mo.”Another posted: “Mohamed Salah doing his best Jose Mourinho impression.”A third commented: “After the argument between Salah and Klopp it’s Mourinho’s iconic speech recreated all over again lmaoooo.”This one said: “Why not just decline and walk away quietly.”And that one stated: “You are not Jose bro.”Slot snubbed Spurs, hates defending and has a PASS named after himBy Dan King
      LIVERPOOL managerial target Arne Slot was a good enough player to have a type of pass named after him.
      But it is as a manager that the Feyenoord head coach is really making his mark.
      Like another bald Dutchman, Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag, Slot earned his stripes bossing smaller sides before being given a chance at one of the Netherlands’ big three.
      But the question Liverpool are pondering is whether Slot would make a better fist of running one of the biggest clubs in the world than Ten Hag so far has at Old Trafford.
      Slot, 45, was certainly easier on the eye as a player than centre back Ten Hag.
      “The Arne Slot Ball” was something he perfected as a silky No 10 – a back-to-goal, first-time, 180-degree spin and flick behind the defensive line for a winger to run on to deep in the opposition half.
      Click here to read all about the incoming Liverpool boss. More

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      Leicester called ‘champions’ BEFORE season had even started thanks to eerie omen as tweet from 10 MONTHS AGO goes viral

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      A FAN with a special King Power of prediction hailed Leicester’s promotion 10 MONTHS before they did the trick this week – thanks to an incredible omen.Huddersfield supporter Oliver Eaton’s June 2023 tweet explaining his Foxy feeling has now gone viral after City sealed an instant return to the Premier League.Leicester stars revelled after sealing promotionCredit: https://twitter.com/LCFCThe jubilant Foxes even trolled second-placed rivals LeedsCredit: https://twitter.com/LCFCLeeds’ 4-0 loss at QPR on Friday night ensured Leicester’s elevation from the Championship, three days after the Foxes beat Southampton 5-0.Yet Eaton had already “congratulated” Enzo Maresca’s men for their upcoming achievement last summer.And it’s all down to a staggering stat involving his beloved Terriers!The marketing executive revealed each of Town’s opening-day Championship opponents from the past three seasons went up the same campaign. READ MORE TOP STORIESHe posted: “Here is your reminder that whoever gets Huddersfield’s first home game has gone on to be promoted as Champions for the last three seasons.”Norwich 20.21… Fulham 21.22… Burnley 22.23.”And once  a home match with the Foxes was scheduled for the August 12 curtain-raiser, Eaton added: “I guess it’s congratulations to Leicester City.”True, his title prediction isn’t quite home and dry, as Ipswich have an outside chance of overhauling Maresca’s leaders.Most read in ChampionshipHere’s how a Huddersfield fan announced the Foxes’ success earlyBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSNonetheless, fans on social media saluted Eaton for being so on the crystal ball – one saying “unbelievable stat that”.But with Huddersfield doomed to relegation, one sad supporter posted: “Incredible coincidence! But it isn’t going to be the case next season.”Leicester PROMOTED to the Premier League as Leeds suffer shock defeat at QPR to leave door open for IpswichMeanwhile, ironically, Leicester revelled in their promotion joy with a prophecy of their own.The Foxes trolled second-placed rivals Leeds by tweeting “I predict a riot”.Our beautiful game is broken, says Dave KidBy Dave Kidd
      WHEN Manchester United got lucky in their FA Cup semi-final, Antony’s first instinct was to goad heartbroken opponents Coventry. To rub their noses in the dirt.
      Antony seems to be a vile individual but this isn’t really about Antony. Because Antony is merely a symptom of the hideous sickness within England’s top flight.
      There is so much wrong.
      After our elite clubs persuaded the FA to completely scrap Cup replays — which gave us Ronnie Radford and Ricky Villa and Ryan Giggs — without due recompense or reasoning with the rest of English football.
      The previous day, after his Manchester City side had defeated Chelsea in the other FA Cup semi-final, Pep Guardiola whinged about the fixture scheduling of TV companies who effectively pay much of his £20m salary.
      Up at Wolves, Guardiola’s friend and rival Mikel Arteta was playing the same sad song about fixture congestion, despite his Arsenal side having played two fewer games this season than Coventry — who don’t have £50m squad players to rotate with.
      Chelsea, oh Chelsea. The one-time plaything of a Russian oligarch now owned by financially incontinent venture capitalists who have piddled £1billion on a squad of players who fight like weasels in a sack about who should bask in the personal glory of scoring the penalty that puts them 5-0 up against Everton.
      Read Dave Kidd’s full column as he takes aim at Nottingham Forest, Fulham’s ticket prices, the 39th game, VAR and much more… More

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      Ryan Garcia shadow boxes in front of Donald Trump in bizarre meeting before revealing who he wants to win US election

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      BOXING fans were left baffled after seeing Ryan Garcia bizarrely shadowbox in front of Donald Trump.The social media sensation and light-welterweight star rubbed shoulders with the former President of the United States at a swanky event on Friday night.Ryan Garcia broke into a bout of shadowboxing at a swanky event with Donald TrumpCredit: INSTAGRAM@KINGRYANThe 45th President of the United States watched on gleefully as Garcia’s fist flewCredit: INSTAGRAM@KINGRYANTrump, 77, seemingly liked what he sawCredit: INSTAGRAM@KINGRYANAnd Garcia, 25, weirdly decided to break into a brief burst of shadowboxing at the shindig – which he was dressed incredibly casually for.The Flash began unloading a series of tight shots before unleashing his trademark flurry of uppercuts.After showing his lightning-fast speed, Garcia endorsed Trump’s November bid to become a two-time Commander-in-Chief.Seconds before briefly breaking into a most-muscular pose, he roared: “Donald Trump, 2024!”READ MORE IN BOXINGThe clip went viral and received a slew of comments, with one viewer saying: “Trump lowkey loved that.”Another said: “We are living in the matrix.”And another said: “Bruh that was cringe AF.”One remarked: “This is so awkward.”Most read in BoxingRyan Garcia endorsed Donald Trump for the November election after his shadowboxingAnother chimed in: “People forget Trump is really tight with Mike Tyson and was all about boxing in the 80s.”I mean Trump Taj Mahal and his hotels hosted several events from boxing to wrestling to MMA, especially [the] UFC.”Inside Ryan Garcia’s incredible car collectionGarcia is still riding high following his shock win over WBC light-welterweight champion Devin Haney in Brooklyn last Saturday.After exhibiting worrying behaviour for several months, Garcia stunned the world by dropping Haney THREE TIMES in the Barclays Center bust-up on his way to earning a majority decision victory.In his post-fight interview, he roared: “Come on, dog, You really thought I was crazy?”You all lost your mind! My left hook is my left hook, that’s blessed by God.”Whenever I land it, it can put you out or down. You guys hate on me but I’ve been boxing all my life.”I knew I had control after I dropped him, maybe my conditioning wasn’t the best but I got the job done.“I’ve fought him six times so I knew what I could do.”Ryan Garcia scored a stunning upset victory over Devin Haney earlier this monthCredit: GETTY More

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      Gary Neville makes hilarious blunder live on TV after naming Everton’s Calvert-Lewin man of the match against Liverpool

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      GARY NEVILLE was left with egg on his face as he got Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s name wrong on live TV during Everton’s shock victory over rivals Liverpool.The Toffees picked up a surprise 2-0 win during the Merseyside derby against the Reds at Goodison Park in what proved to be a massive boost amid the hosts’ intense relegation struggles.Man Utd legend Gary Neville committed a hilarious blunder live on Sky SportsNeville called Everton star Dominic Calvert-Lewin as ‘Daniel Calvert-Lewin’Credit: APJarrad Branthwaite opened the scoring on 27 minutes and Calvert-Lewin sealed the valuable three points in the 58th minute to add yet another blow to Liverpool’s Premier League title hopes.And Neville didn’t think twice when asked to name his man of the match. while providing live commentary for Sky Sports.But the Manchester United legend might have wanted to take moment first before naming Calvert-Lewin.That is because the Sky Sports pundit accidentally called the Everton star “Daniel Calvert-Lewin”.Read More on FootballFans were left laughing their socks off as they stormed social media soon after the ex-England international’s blunder.One fan quipped: “Good Old Daniel Calvert-Lewin.”Another tweeted: “Daniel Calvert-Lewin”??? Did I hear that correctly?”A third posted: “Daniel Calvert-Lewin for England!”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThis fan said: “Well done Daniel Calvert-Lewin.”And that one wondered: “Who’s Daniel Calvert-Lewin?”Most dramatic Premier League’s final daysEverton are now 16th in the Premier League table with eight points separating them from the relegation zone amid a turbulent campaign. More

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      Ryan Garcia spotted holding hands with stunning model just days after getting engaged to adult film star Savannah Bond

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      RYAN GARCIA was spotted hanging out with model Grace Boor following his stunning victory over Devin Haney.Garcia, 25, beat Haney via majority decision on Saturday after knocking his opponent down three times at the Barclays Center in New York.Ryan Garcia was spotted holding hands with model Grace BoorCredit: The Mega AgencyGarcia and Grace were pictured enjoying the sun in MiamiCredit: The Mega AgencyGrace is a social media personality with 2.7million followers on InstagramCredit: The Mega AgencyGarcia performed push ups in front of Grace during their time togetherCredit: Instagram / @graceboorGarcia got engaged to porn star Savannah Bond before his fight with HaneyCredit: Instagram @thesavannahbondGarcia beat Devin Haney via majority decision after knocking him down three timesCredit: GettyThe American did not take home his rival’s WBC super lightweight title, though, as he weighed in 3.1lb overweight the day before the bout.Ahead of the fight, King Ry had announced his engagement to porn star Savannah Bond, who fans had hailed as the reason behind his success.Savannah – real name Kelli-Anne Oxley – has made more than 100 adult movies and is reported to have a net worth of £2million.Now The Flash appears to be celebrating his victory in Miami where he was pictured enjoying the sun with Grace.Read More on BoxingGarcia wore a black pair of swimming trunks and black socks without any shoes on while the social media personality donned a white bikini.One of the photos even showed the pair holding hands as they strolled down the streets.Grace also posted a story showing the boxer performing push ups in front of her.She shared the clip with a poll asking her followers: “Is @kingryan showing off rn?”Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSRyan Garcia $1million crownRYAN GARCIA wore a crown worth $1million for his ring walk before fighting Devin Haney.
      The American boxer’s head gear caught the eye of boxing fans before and after his shock victory.
      The 25-year-old headed to the ring draped in a white robe as he wore a diamond encrusted crown.
      Holding 1kg of gold and over 400 carats of diamonds the crown was made by Texas-based jeweller The Ice Champ.
      Garcia’s gown was also made up of 15,000 diamonds and took 10 days to create.
      He also told TMZ before the bout: “He was like ‘let’s create something where the champ of the boxing world and the champ of the jewellery world connect and make something unique. We created a unique crown.”
      Read more about Ryan Garcia by clicking here.

      Grace has a strong fanbase on Instagram as she has amassed 2.7million followers on Instagram, which is filled with glam pics of her.This comes after Garcia was spotted hanging out with social media personality Alexa Dellanos.Alexa, 28, has 9m followers on Instagram, where she often posts glamorous photos.Watch Jake and Logan Paul’s stunned reaction after Ryan Garcia knocks down Devin Haney on way to shock victoryCheck out more glam pics of Grace BoorGrace donned a tiny white bikiniCredit: Instagram / @graceboorGrace shared a series of posts on social mediaCredit: Instagram / @graceboorGrace’s Instagram is filled with glam picsCredit: Instagram @graceboorGrace has shared a series of bikini snapsCredit: Instagram @graceboorGrace leaves very little to imagination when she posesCredit: Instagram @graceboorGrace has tried a series of bikinis for her fansCredit: Instagram @graceboorGrace has also posed in a blue bikiniCredit: Instagram @graceboorGrace hangs out in beaches and swimming poolsCredit: Instagram @graceboorGrace has also tried a series of raunchy outfitsCredit: Instagram @graceboorGrace’s audience continues to growCredit: Instagram @graceboor More

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      Chelsea influencer Astrid Wett leaves nasty ‘surprise’ for Mikel Arteta at Emirates before huge clash with Arsenal

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      ASTRID WETT was up to no good as she left a nasty “surprise” for Mikel Arteta. Ahead of Arsenal’s clash against Chelsea, the controversial Blues fan influencer was seen visiting the Emirates.Astrid Wett paid a visit to the Emirates ahead of Chelsea’s match against ArsenalCredit: https://twitter.com/AstridWettThe video posted to her social media revealed she was pulling a prankCredit: https://twitter.com/AstridWettAstrid revealed she was leaving a ‘surprise’ pin on Mikel Arteta’s chairCredit: https://twitter.com/AstridWettShe placed the pin on a chair under the sheets covering the chairsCredit: https://twitter.com/AstridWettIn a video posted on social media, she revealed a golden pin in her hand.She said: “Psst, I’m at the Emirates, Arsenal’s stadium, and I have a little surprise for Arteta tonight.”The influencer-turned-boxer then went under a sheet covering the Arsenal bench and appeared to place it there. However, the element of surprise for the prank may have been lost as the video went out to her 170,000 plus followers.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFans had a mixed reaction to the video, with one fan saying: “You play too much Astrid.”A second said: “Relax Astrid not now.”Another said: “I hope he likes it.”A fourth added: “Hope you know you they can ban you from Emirates.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERA fifth said: “You are Chelsea’s bad luck charm.”And it seems that may have been the case, given Chelsea were thumped 5-0 by Arsenal on their visit to the Emirates.Astrid Wett boycotting Chelsea matches after she is ‘spat at’ despite ‘being one of club’s biggest fans’ Astrid’s usual content sees her in scantily clad outfits or posting reactionary content regarding Chelsea and football.Astrid is a controversial Chelsea fanCredit: Instagram @wettastridHer usual content rages from reactionary rage on football matters or scantily clad clothingCredit: https://twitter.com/AstridWettAstrid has also tried her hand at influencer boxingCredit: PA More