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    Gary Neville’s apology in full after liking tweet about Mason Greenwood as Manchester Utd striker has charges dropped

    GARY Neville has said he was “clumsy” for liking a tweet about Mason Greenwood after the striker’s charges of attempted rape, assault and coercive control were dropped. The football pundit, 47, insisted it is being misinterpreted, adding: “I obviously condemn any violence against women.”
    Gary Neville said he was ‘clumsy’ for liking a tweet about GreenwoodCredit: PA
    Mason Greenwood had all charges of attempted rape, assault and coercive control dropped on ThursdayCredit: AFP
    He caused a storm last night for liking a tweet by former CPS director of public prosecutions Nazir Afzal, which said Greenwood was “an innocent man, that’s all we need to know”.
    The tweet insisted “you are innocent till PROVEN guilty”, adding: “We don’t have trial by media. We don’t have evidence that any witnesses were lying.
    “We don’t do ‘victim or complainant blaming’.”
    But Neville had to back-track last night, writing: “I liked a tweet relating to the Mason Greenwood news this afternoon from Nazir Afzal. (the former director of public prosecutions).
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    “This like is being misinterpreted. It was a clumsy like as I obviously condemn any violence against women.”
    He also removed his likes from any tweet to do with Greenwood.
    It came after striker Mason Greenwood, 21, had all charges of attempted rape, assault and coercive control dropped on Thursday.
    But angry Man Utd fans said the club should boot him out.
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    Greenwood said he was “relieved” yesterday after all criminal charges against him — including attempted rape — were dropped by prosecutors.
    The Man United star was informed that the Crown Prosecution Service had also withdrawn charges of actual bodily harm and coercive or controlling behaviour.
    The move came after 12 witnesses — including the woman at the centre of the allegations — refused to co-operate.
    Striker Greenwood, 21, said: “I am relieved that this matter is over and I would like to thank my family, loved ones and friends for their support.”
    But United bosses announced the club is now conducting its own probe into his behaviour surrounding the claims — which surfaced online in January 2022.

    Greenwood — who the club suspended following his arrest — will be unable to train or play for the Red Devils for the duration of the season.
    A spokesman said: “The club will now conduct its own process before determining next steps.
    “We will not make any further comment until that process is complete.”
    Last night dozens of United fans urged the club to get rid of Greenwood — who is on a £75,000-a-week contract. 
    Others said they should stick by him as he had not been convicted of any crime.
    He was arrested in January 2022 after harrowing images were posted on social media, along with video and audio footage, suggesting he had been physically abusive towards a woman.
    He was charged last October and had been due to stand trial this November.
    The charges came despite the alleged victim telling cops in April 2022 she no longer wanted him prosecuted and would not give evidence  in court.
    Police continued the case as they regarded her as a “vulnerable victim”.
    Last Friday The Sun told the CPS that we understood it was struggling to build a case.
    It confirmed our information at 2pm yesterday, when the end of proceedings was announced.
    A CPS spokesman said: “A combination of the withdrawal of key witnesses and new material that came to light meant there was no longer a realistic prospect of conviction.
    “We have explained our decision to all parties.
    “We would always encourage any potential victims to come forward and report to police and we will prosecute wherever our legal test is met.”
    Greenwood has made 129 United appearances, scoring 35 goals and has one England cap.
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    He last played on January 22 last year against West Ham.
    Prior to his arrest, he was valued at around £50million and regarded as one of European football’s hottest young talents. More

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    Gary Neville sparks Twitter storm after liking tweet about Mason Greenwood before deleting it and apologising

    FOOTIE pundit Gary Neville sparked a Twitter storm last night after liking, retweeting and then deleting a tweet about Mason Greenwood.The Manchester United striker, 21, had all charges of attempted rape, assault and coercive control dropped on Thursday.
    Gary Neville sparked a Twitter storm after liking, retweeting and then deleting a tweet about Mason GreenwoodCredit: PA
    Mason Greenwood had all charges of attempted rape, assault and coercive control dropped on ThursdayCredit: AFP
    Fury erupted online when Neville engaged with a post from Nazir Afzal, the former CPS director of public prosecutions.
    Mr Afzal said Greenwood was “an innocent man, that’s all we need to know” adding “You are innocent till PROVEN guilty”.
    He went on: “We don’t have trial by media. We don’t have evidence that any witnesses were lying. We don’t do “victim or complainant blaming”.
    The comments sparked fury with many referencing the photos and audio clip that saw Greenwood arrested and charged for attempted rape, assault and coercive control.
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    The claims, now dropped, related to one woman and are said to have taken place between November 1, 2018, and October 15, 2022.
    Neville, 47, swiftly removed his engagement with the post, before issuing an apology.
    The former Man U right back said: “I liked a tweet relating to the Mason Greenwood news this afternoon from Nazir Afzal. ( the former director of public prosecutions).
    “This like is being misinterpreted. It was a clumsy like as I obviously condemn any violence against women.”
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    After the charges were dropped by the CPS, Greenwood said: “I am relieved that this matter is now over and I would like to thank my family, loved ones and friends for their support.
    “There will be no further comment at this time.”
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    It follows a statement from his club where they said they are now “determining next steps” for the player.
    They added: “Manchester United notes the decision of the Crown Prosecution Service that all charges against Mason Greenwood have been dropped.
    “The club will now conduct its own process before determining next steps.”
    Greenwood was first arrested in January last year after police swooped on his mansion.
    He was due to stand trial in November accused of attempted rape, assault and coercive control.
    A spokesperson Crown Prosecution Service said today: “We have a duty to keep cases under continuous review.
    “In this case a combination of the withdrawal of key witnesses and new material that came to light meant there was no longer a realistic prospect of conviction.
    “In these circumstances, we are under a duty to stop the case.
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    “We have explained our decision to all parties.
    “We would always encourage any potential victims to come forward and report to police and we will prosecute wherever our legal test is met.”
    Fury erupted online when Neville engaged with a post from Nazir Afzal, the former director of public prosecutionsCredit: Twitter
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    Piers Morgan and John Terry clash in Twitter spat after Arsenal fan trolls Chelsea and ‘gazillion’ pound transfer spree

    PIERS MORGAN and John Terry were involved in a bitter spat on Twitter. As the transfer window drew to a close, SunSport columnist Morgan took to Twitter to troll Chelsea over the club’s league position.
    Chelsea legend John Terry got into a spat with Piers Morgan on TwitterCredit: Instagram / @johnterry.26
    Morgan seems happy to be able to laud Arsenal’s position over rivalsCredit: Getty
    With Chelsea moving to complete the last-gasp deal for Enzo Fernandez’s £107million record-breaking transfer, Morgan decided to laud over his club’s position at the top of the table instead.
    Sharing a picture of the current Premier League table, he said: “Reminder to Chelsea fans: we’re top of the League, you’re 10th, and we’re 21pts ahead of you with a game in hand.
    “So spend all the gazillions you want but what you REALLY need to buy is a telescope🔭 to look up at Arsenal.”
    However, Chelsea legend John Terry refused to take the dig lying down.
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    The former Blues skipper responded: “You have gone missing for 20 years! And you still have a long way to go…👀 💙.
    “I have won more trophies since I retired playing golf than Arsenal have.🏌🏻‍♂️🤣.”
    Morgan then hit back with another post.
    He remarked: “Pipe down ‘Tiger’ Terry… it was only 18 years ago that Arsenal went unbeaten in a whole League season (incl stuffing Chelsea, led by you, home & away…).
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    “So the only thing that’s ‘missing’ is the word Invincible’ on your CV….”
    So far Terry is yet to respond again.
    One club-man Terry, now 42, won 17 trophies at Chelsea, including the Champions League and five Prem titles.
    And Chelsea could sure use his defensive prowess as they aim to drag themselves back towards the European qualification spots from a poor opening half of the campaign.
    However, a massive outlay across the winter market has seen Chelsea spend a whopping £325m on eight transfers.
    Meanwhile, Arsenal had a far more shrewd window, completing a deadline day deal for Jorginho as they sent Albert Sambi Lokonga out on loan.
    Leandro Trossard and Jakub Kiwior also arrived for a combined £48m earlier in the window. More

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    ‘Outstanding’ double bacon cheeseburger picture goes viral as non-league Ashton Town break internet

    AN “outstanding” double bacon cheeseburger from non-league side Ashton Town has broken the internet.Football fans across the world know all about overpriced grub on matchdays.
    A burger from non-league side Ashton Town has broken the internet
    But very few could argue over the price of Ashton’s £6.50 burger, which was glistening with crispy bacon and melted cheese.
    It won the hearts of football fans online as they replied to the Footy Scran Twitter page.
    One said: “My word. Outstanding.”
    Another said: “Get me a season ticket.”
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    One added: “Eric Scrantona.”
    Another posted a meme with the caption: “Scranpions League.”
    Ashton may see a rise in tickets sales, with several supporters growing grumpy with their matchday meals.
    One fed up fan from Frome Town bemoaned at the £2 hotdog he bought – which was simply a dry sausage in a bun.
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    But perhaps the worst was a portion of “cheesy chips” allegedly purchased at League Two Stevenage.
    It made a sight for sore eyes as a slice of cheese was put atop a small pile of chips.
    A fan posted on Facebook: “This beaut from Stevenage a few years ago. Wonder if it’s one or two Michelin stars.”
    An unhappy fans reveals his sausage sandwichCredit: George Tucker/Twitter
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    Burnley thrill fans with another hilarious transfer reveal as they confirm Michael Obafemi deal with Gavin & Stacey clip

    BURNLEY have pulled it out the bag again as their social media team left fans in stitches with another brilliant transfer announcement.The runaway Championship leaders completed the signing of striker Michael Obafemi on-loan from Swansea until the end of the season on Sunday.
    Burnley announced the signing of Michael Obafemi in epic fashionCredit: https://twitter.com/BurnleyOfficial
    They announced his arrival with a brilliant Gavin and Stacey clipCredit: https://twitter.com/BurnleyOfficial
    And the 22-year-old’s arrival was announced with yet another epic social media video.
    Burnley opted for a Gavin and Stacey inspired clip for the Republic of Ireland star.
    In the video, Obafemi receives a call from Smithy, the character played by James Corden in the hit BBC comedy series.
    The hotshot answers the phone and Smithy his sister, Rudy, then produce a rendition of Estelle and Kanye West’s ‘American Boy’ song.
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    Obafemi starts to chuckle before telling them it’s “very good” and then asks how long it took to put it together – to which the response is “two or three weeks”.
    Fans absolutely loved it, and many are claiming it is the media team’s best one yet.
    One person tweeted: “I don’t know who gave this admin the confidence to pull these off but I’m here for it.”
    Another commented: “Burnley have the best announcement videos in the world.”
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    While a fellow fan wrote: “Babe wake up, Burnley just dropped another transfer announcement video.”
    It comes days after Vincent Kompany’s side completed the £8m signing of the 22-year-old South African hitman Lyle Foster from KVC Westerlo on Wednesday afternoon.
    And Burnley announced the deal with an incredible Shrek video.
    The Turf Moor club have produced a Hollywood parody for every new signing since the start of January 2022 when a Jurassic Park parody was made for Wout Weghorst, who is now on loan at Manchester United. More

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    Fans convinced Bruno Guimaraes has signed new long-term contract at Newcastle after Brazilian star’s cryptic tweet

    FANS have been convinced that Bruno Guimaraes has signed a new contract with Newcastle.The Brazilian midfielder has teased supporters with a cryptic tweet on social media.

    Fans are convinced he has signed a new contract with NewcastleCredit: PA
    Guimaraes joined the club last January and became an instant hit at St James’ Park as he helped them climb away from the relegation zone.
    The midfielder has continued his good form this season as the Magpies has started challenging in the top four of the Premier League.
    His performances have seen him be linked with some of Europe’s top clubs.
    The tweet, which includes a pair of emoji eyes and a smiley face, has seen fans speculate that he has signed a new deal with the club.
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    One tweeted: “CONTRACT EXTENSION 🤩🤩🤩.”
    A second commented: “New contract Bruno 👀👀👀👀👀⚫️⚪️.”
    A third wrote: “OMG ITS THE NEW CONTRACT.”
    A fourth said: “New contract incoming king ❤️.”
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    A fifth added: “New contract ⚫️⚪️ 👀.”
    The 25-year-old could also be teasing the club’s deal for Anthony Gordon.
    The Magpies are keen on signing the young winger and are in negotiations with Everton over a deal. More

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    Jake Paul hints Tommy Fury fight is OFF with cryptic pregnancy tweet as Love Island star prepares to become a dad

    JAKE PAUL has hinted his showdown with Tommy Fury has collapsed for a THIRD time with a cryptic tweet.The social media stars are currently on course to settle their feud in a Saudi showdown on February 25.
    Jake Paul clashes with Tommy Fury following his fight with Tyron WoodleyCredit: BT Sport
    But Paul has hinted the fight is in jeopardy
    Fury and Molly-Mae Hague are expecting their first child later this monthCredit: INSTAGRAM
    But Problem Child Paul has suggested the imminent birth of Fury’s first child with long-term girlfriend Molly-Mae Hague has laid waste to their bout.
    The YouTuber-turned-boxer tweeted on Wednesday: “Hold your horses.
    “The man’s having a baby.”
    SunSport understands Molly-Mae is due to give birth in the coming weeks – although it is unknown whether she already has.
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    The imminent arrival of their bundle of joy was a huge factor in Fury’s decision to take a lucrative clash with former Disney star Paul.
    During an appearance on The Disruptors Podcast, Tyson’s younger brother said: “I was earning my stripes.
    “But if you want to slap millions of pounds in front of my face to fight Jake Paul, why am I not going to do that?
    “I’ve got a family to feed now any day – the reason I’ve taken the Jake Paul fight is it’s financially good.
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    “There is [a part of me that wants to shut him up] but he doesn’t get underneath my skin like that.
    “He can’t get underneath my skin because I know what he’s doing.
    “He’s a whizz on social media, he’s made a living off being an idiot, arrogant and calling people out.
    “It is what it is, but he can’t get underneath my skin.
    “All I see with Jake Paul is a business and if you want me to beat a man who can’t fight and throw millions of pounds in my face, not a problem, sign me up and that’s purely what this is.
    “I’ve described it all the time as being on Route 66 and I need to stop off in my campervan, fill it up and get back on the road.
    Tommy Fury is itching to get his hands on Jake PaulCredit: GETTY
    “I am on a straight and narrow road to world titles.
    “But you want me to take a slight detour for an awful lot of fuel, pick that up and then jump back on the road?
    “That’s exactly what I’m doing here at the end of the day.
    “This is a business; you’ve got to use your head and every fighter in my position would take that fight if it got offered to them.”
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    Paul and Fury, 26 and 23 respectively, were first slated to fight one another in December 2021 but injury and illness to the latter laid waste to the bout.
    The pair’s grudge match was rescheduled for last August but fell apart when Fury had issues entering the United States. More

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    Mexico star Javier Cortes shocks fans by promoting stunning wife’s OnlyFans modelling career on Twitter

    MEXICO star Javier Cortes has recieved criticism… after promoting his wife’s OnlyFans modelling career.The midfielder helped Mexico’s U23 squad win gold at the London Olympics in 2012.
    Javier Cortes shocked fans as he promoted his wife Aline Torres’ OnlyFans pageCredit: Instagram – @alinetorres27
    She charges £16 per month to view the contentCredit: Instagram – @alinetorres27
    Cortes and Torres have been together for ten yearsCredit: Instagram – @alinetorres27
    Cortes was one of the footballers that won Olympic gold for Mexico in 2012Credit: AP:Associated Press
    He scored one goal in the competition, a 93rd-minute effort against Japan in the semi-finals
    Cortes, 33, also won two Liga MX titles with Pumas UNAM plus a third with Santos Laguna.
    He earned two caps for the Mexico senior side, with the last of one coming in 2020.
    Newly retired, the Mexico City-born player has now turned to publicising his missus Aline Torres.
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    The dyed-blonde beauty has taken to posting steamy images on adult side OnlyFans.
    Admirers can pay a monthly subscription of $20 – £16 – to view the content.
    Cortes took to Twitter to recommend Aline’s pictures.
    But his action has caused controversy across Mexico and Latin America.
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    Cortes and Aline have been married for a decade, and have two children together.
    She posts steamy pictures to the siteCredit: Instagram – @alinetorres27
    Torres has had two children with CortesCredit: Instagram – @alinetorres27
    Cortes retweeted some of her pictures on twitterCredit: Instagram @alinetorres27
    Causing controversy in Mexico and Latin America.Credit: Instagram – @alinetorres27 More