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    Kyle Walker’s pregnant wife Annie Kilner fears she’ll go into early labour after stress of split, friends say

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    KYLE Walker’s pregnant wife Annie Kilner fears she may go into labour early after the stress of their split, friends have claimed.The former WAG, who dumped Kyle last month after learning he’d fathered a second child with Lauryn Goodman, is seven-months pregnant with their fourth child.
    Annie, 30, announced she was separating from Walker after he led a double life
    Walker and Annie have three sons and another baby on the way
    Annie received a devastating Instagram message out of the blue from Lauryn, who told her that Kyle had fathered another baby with her
    Friends said Annie, 30, fears she may go into early labour because of the stress of their split.
    They added: “Annie is at breaking point because of the spotlight that has been put on her.
    “She is in the final stages of her pregnancy and is terrified about going into labour early.
    “Annie is wrestling with her emotions because of her separation from Kyle and is deeply concerned about the impact of all the children involved.
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    “She feels she can’t leave the house now because of the scrutiny and interest in her which she has no desire to be a part of at this time.
    “She is being supported by her family and friends but this has all been incredibly traumatic for her.”
    Annie’s sister Sian has been vocal on social media in her support of Annie and earlier this week blasted Lauryn for getting involved with Kyle.
    Lauryn told Annie she had a second child with Kyle over Christmas.
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    The bombshell Boxing Day revelation saw the love rat Manchester City defender turfed out of the family’s sprawling £2.5million pad.
    In an online statement Annie revealed the pair, who share three sons together, were splitting.
    Footie love rat Kyle Walker cheated on his wife and mistress with a third woman — a mystery model
    She wrote: “I am posting this in response to growing recent media enquiries about my marriage to Kyle and in an effort to protect my family against the intensity of the media spotlight.
    “Sadly, after many years of marriage and three wonderful children together; I have decided to take some time away from Kyle.
    “I do not wish to comment on the position any further. For now, I ask that the privacy of myself and our three young children is respected during this difficult time.”
    And, her fuming dad has also begged her not to go back to the footballer – or he will disown her.
    Annie has privately vowed to proceed with a divorce and has even hired Coleen Rooney’s victorious Wagatha Christie lawyer, Paul Lunt.
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    Manchester City ace Kyle told The Sun he bitterly regrets betraying his “soulmate” Annie.
    In a frank confession the forward admitted he’d made “idiot choices and idiot decisions” after sleeping with reality TV star Lauryn.
    Kyle said: I can’t begin to think or imagine what Annie is going through. I’ve tried to ask her but there’s pain and hurt.
    “The man that’s meant to love, care and be there for her, did this.
    “There have been days in this ordeal where I’ve just wanted to curl up in a ball and go to sleep.
    “The only person to blame is me.”
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    Lauryn became pregnant after a secret rendezvous with Walker in London and gave birth to a girl in July last year.
    The influencer also has a three-year-old son with Walker, from a brief relationship while he and Annie were apart.
    Annie is mum to three of Kyle Walker’s children and is now expecting a fourth
    Walker is now living alone in a rented £3million property and accepts that his marriage is over
    Wife Annie has since ditched her wedding ring More

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      Former pro-footballer Wayne Heseltine fined after his XL Bully Bruno mauled dog and its owner 

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      An EX-Manchester United footballer has been fined after his XL bully bit a labrador and its owner in a vicious attack.Wayne Heseltine’s dog Bruno had to be pulled off the labrador, called Daisy, by her horrified owner who thought he was ‘going to watch her die’.
      Ex professional footballer Wayne Heseltine appeared at Bradford Magistrates CourtCredit: SWNS
      Bradford Magistrates Court heard two-year-old Bruno sprinted towards Daisy while she was on a walk with her owner in the Cullingworth area of the city on June 24.
      Bruno appeared to lock his jaw around Daisy’s neck, leaving her helpless on the floor, the court was told.
      Heseltine’s son then came out of the house and helped pull the two dogs apart.
      Heseltine, who was out of the house at the time, admitted to being the owner of a dog which was dangerously out of control causing injury and was fined £960.
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      The former full back, who came through the Red Devils’ youth academy but never made a first team appearance, also has to pay £1,000 in compensation.
      Daisy was taken to the vets for cuts on her neck, while her owner sustained injuries to his hand.
      In a statement read out in court, the victim said: “I felt extremely distressed. I felt like I was going to watch Daisy die.”
      Heseltine, who was not at the house at the time, said the dog escaped through a hole in the fence behind the bin store. He also wanted to pay for the vet bills.
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      The court heard he had no previous convictions and a “shield of good character”.
      He owns three other dogs and spent £2,800 on a four-week course to get Bruno home-trained.
      Heseltine, who played more than 50 games for Bradford City between 1992 and 1994, now earns around £50,000 a year as a contract manager, the court heard.
      The court heard magistrates recognised Heseltine had taken all the reasonable steps that a good owner would have taken.
      But they said the matter was “serious” and referenced the breed of dog as in the public interest given the imminent legislation.
      An order was issued meaning the dog must have a muzzle and lead on when in public.
      American XL Bully dogs will be banned by the end of the year, PM Rishi Sunak announced in September after a spate of terrifying attacks involving the breed.
      The PM said the breed will be outlawed under the Dangerous Dogs Act.
      From December 31, XL bully dogs must be microchipped, and owners must keep them on a lead and muzzled in public. They must also be securely housed at home. More

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      Luis Rubiales ‘sexual assault’ probe launched after fury over Spanish FA boss’s ‘unsolicited’ World Cup kiss with player

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      SPANISH prosecutors have opened a criminal investigation to establish if FA boss Luis Rubiales may have sexually assaulted Women’s World Cup star Jenni Hermoso.A preliminary probe was announced on Monday amid fury after the Spanish football chief, 46, kissed World Cup hero Hermoso, 33, during victory celebrations last week.
      Spanish FA boss Luis Rubiales is facing a criminal investigation
      Rubiales has refused to resign amid the scandalCredit: AFP
      A statement from Spain’s highest court said: “Prosecutors from the National Court have opened a preliminary investigation to look into the facts, which could constitute an offence of sexual assault.”
      They would also contact Hermoso to offer her a chance to file a suit within 15 days.
      Prosecutors added they had also received a complaint of “obscene exhibitionism before a minor” after Rubiales appeared to grab his crotch in the stands next to Spain’s Princess Infanta Sofía.
      Rubiales, who was suspended by FIFA, has refused to resign over the scandal – prompting mass walkouts of players and staff and plunging the World Cup-winning nation into crisis.
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      He has insisted the kiss was consensual and that he is the victim of character assassination by “false feminists”.
      In a powerful statement on Friday, Hermoso said: “I felt vulnerable and a victim of an assault, an impulsive, macho act, out of place and with no type of consent on my part.”
      As many as 11 members of women’s football staff in the Spanish football federation have also resigned from their posts.
      But the controversial Spain women’s coach Jorge Vilda did not resign despite criticising Rubiales’ conduct.
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      The court’s announcement came as Spain’s deputy prime minister Yolanda Diaz slammed “systemic” sexism on Monday.
      Meanwhile Rubiales’ elderly mum launched a bizarre hunger-strike protest over what she called an “inhumane witch-hunt” against her son.
      She has demanded World Cup winner Jenni Hermoso tell the “truth” about the kiss – which Hermoso has made clear was not consensual.
      The retired hairdresser is carrying out her protest at the Divina Pastora Church in the Andalucia coastal resort of Motril east of Malaga where the suspended Spanish FA president grew up.
      She began her hunger strike this morning accompanied by a sister, 48, hours after her son travelled to Motril for a holiday.
      Angeles, whose husband is a former mayor of Motril, says she will continue her radical action until father-of-three son Luis receives “justice” and Hermoso “tells the truth”.
      Rubiales has been suspended by FIFA and could face a similar sanction from UEFA.
      However, the Spanish FA have threatened to leave UEFA if they were to intervene.
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      Leaving the governing body would see the likes of Barcelona and Real Madrid removed from this season’s Champions League.
      Deputy Prime Minister and Labor Minister Yolanda Díaz slammed sexism in Spanish footballCredit: WENN
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      I’m furious after a bank painted a mural of England star on my house…business is profiting but they didn’t even ask me

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      A LANDLORD is furious after a bank painted a giant mural featuring Marcus Rashford on the side of his house without asking.Natwest commissioned an artist to paint the advert featuring Man Utd star Marcus Rashford on the side of a building in Brighton to advertise its latest financial skills scheme for young people.
      A giant mural featuring Marcus Rashford was painted on a building in Brighton by Natwest
      Peter Brynin says they had no permission to paint his property
      But Peter Brynin said he was shocked to discover the artwork on the side of his property.
      The front door to his home, which he rents out to students, is on Trafalgar Lane in Brighton, famed for being covered in graffiti from a number of local artists.
      He said: “Obviously I was taken quite aback.
      “I can’t go up to their bank in Westminster and paint a logo of my business on the side. It would be criminal damage.
      “I am fine with graffiti and murals, but what I don’t want to see it being used for is an advertising space.”
      Peter owns the section of the wall where the QR code, information sign and Natwest logo is painted.
      “It is an art wall. It’s known for that. I have no objection to Rashford, I have no objection to the art, but I do object to an advert where I haven’t been contacted at all.”
      Natwest said the space was purchased in good faith for the campaign and they were unaware the wall did not entirely belong to just one owner.
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      The bank commissioned Brighton artist Rose Walker to design an advert for the space, which depicted Manchester United footballer and philanthropist Marcus Rashford both as a child and now with the caption: “Believe it, Become it.”
      The landlord added: “My back wall is now an advert for Natwest. You’d think they would have had the decency to go ‘Oh, hang on a minute’.”
      Peter, 75, fears the advert will also attract antisocial behaviour such as graffiti to his back door.
      He has already had to repaint it since the advert was painted.
      “Especially after all the fury about the politicians, people have ruined my front door,” he said.
      It is understood Natwest has apologised and has reached a resolution with Peter.
      A source close to Natwest said the artist was unaware that part of the wall had different ownership.
      A spokesperson said: “The space was purchased in good faith for the campaign to showcase a fantastic piece of work from a local artist.
      “Unfortunately, the media owner was unaware that part of the wall had changed ownership since the space had last been used.
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      “Obviously, we were keen to make this right and the media owner contacted the property owner immediately to come to a resolution they were happy with.
      “We’re pleased to confirm the mural will remain until August 20 as planned.” More

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      Shakira wears top plastered with her scathing lyrics as she waves at fans amid war with ‘cheating’ ex Gerard Pique

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      POP icon Shakira seems to be coping well over her split from her former husband – and opted for a feisty fashion choice to show her feelings.Fans surrounded her home in Spain to applaud the singer, who threw shade at ex Gerard Pique in her chart-topping hit, Bizarrap.
      Shakira was beaming as she waved at her supportive fans outside her home in BarcelonaCredit: Splash
      The couple was meeting to celebrate their son’s tenth birthdayCredit: Splash
      Gerard and his son arrived to Shakira’s home on SundayCredit: Splash
      As her ex arrived at her Barcelona home on Sunday, the singer opted to wear an oversized white sweatshirt with lyrics from her song, reading: “Women don’t cry, women monetize.”
      The footballer was seen arriving at the Colombian singer’s mansion alongside his son to celebrate the young boy’s 10th birthday.
      Gerard and Shakira share two children: Milan and Sasha, seven.
      Throughout the difficult split, Shakira has made her feelings well known about her ex-husband, and even placed a witch mannequin on her balcony.
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      The creepy mannequin reportedly overlooks her former mother-in-law’s home.
      Neighbours claim the Spanish sensation has also been blasting her new diss track towards Gerard on repeat so his mum Montserrat Bernabéu, can hear.
      Rumour has it Gerard desperately tried to win back Shakira after he dumped her, but the singer has refused to reconcile.
      Shakira had reportedly forgiven Gerard for affairs in the past, but Clara wasn’t “just another girl”, according to sources close to Shakira.
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      In her revenge song, she sings: “I’m not coming back to you, not even if you cry or beg me.”
      She also made a dig at Clara’s young age: “I’m worth two 22s. You traded a Ferrari for a Twingo, you traded a Rolex for a Casio.”
      The celebrity couple split in June 2022 after a 12-year romance when Gerard left her for 23-year-old Clara Chia Marti.
      PR student Clara has been recognised in public since Shakira’s song was released, and according to local journalists, she hasn’t been coping well.
      The Columbian pop star’s fans often sing the diss track to her when she’s recognised in the Spanish city, to show their support for Shakira.
      Gerard reportedly met Clara through his events production company, Kosmos, where she is employed.

      Despite the drama, Shakira seems to be doing just fine, posting on Twitter: “I feel humbled and grateful though I’m only one among millions of women out there who have so much to say and offer.
      “Women of all races, ages and conditions. Thanks for your loyalty and support.”
      Her new song is a diss to ex Gerard, who cheated on her with a woman half her ageCredit: Splash
      The witch decoration seems to point towards her ex mother-in-laws homeCredit: Splash
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      Man, 35, charged with assault after Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale kicked by Spurs fan

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      A MAN has been charged with assault after Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale was kicked during a Spurs match. Joseph Watts, 35, from Hackney, is facing assault charges over an incident at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday.
      A man, 35, has been charged with kicking Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale
      Shocking footage later emerged appearing to show the Spurs fan escape through the crowdCredit: Sky Sports
      He is accused of assault by beating, going onto an area adjacent to playing area and throwing a missile onto a football playing area, police say.
      Both are contrary to the Football (Offences) Act 1991.
      He is due to appear at Highbury Magistrates’ Court on Friday, 17 February.
      Tottenham Hotspur Football Club assisted The Met’s Football Investigations Team during their investigation.
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      Ramsdale was allegedly kicked by a Spurs fan when he went to get his gloves and bottle on Sunday.
      When picking up his bottle, a Tottenham fan jumped onto the advertising board and allegedly booted Ramsdale in the back.
      Shocking footage later emerged appearing to show the Spurs fan escape through the crowd after kicking Ramsdale.
      The English shot-stopper made seven saves during the match – a record which he has only bettered in one Premier League game.
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      He made two extraordinary saves in particular, from Ryan Sessegnon and Heung Min-Son, as well as a few from Harry Kane.
      Tottenham said in a statement: “We are appalled by the behaviour of a supporter that attempted to attack Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale at the end of today’s match. Violence in any form has no place in football.”
      A Football Association statement read: “We strongly condemn the incident involving a spectator that followed today’s Premier League fixture between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal.
      “This is wholly unacceptable behaviour and we will work together with the police, the relevant authorities and the clubs to ensure the appropriate action is taken.” More

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      Premier League star arrested for drugs and dangerous driving after police chase in Dublin

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      A FORMER Premier League star has been arrested for drug possesion and dangerous driving after a police chase in Dublin.The Irish footballer was found with €4,500 (£3,979) worth of cocaine in his car.
      Gardai have arrested a former Premier League footballer
      He had been driving in Crumlin when he was approached by police, reports The Irish Mirror.
      A car chase ensued and the man was arrested.
      He was detained in Crumlin Garda Station and was released this morning.
      A Garda spokesperson said: “Officers arrested two men (aged in their 30s) in the early hours of Friday morning in relation to incidents of dangerous driving in Dublin 12.
      “A quantity of drugs was also recovered from the offending vehicle.
      “Both men were detained in Crumlin Garda Station under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984 and have been charged in relation to this.
      “They have since been bailed and are due to appear before court at a later date.”
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      I love England so much I quit my job to watch every Three Lions match – I’d be miserable if I missed a single minute

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      A FAN who quit his job because he loves England so much said he would be miserable if he missed a single minute.Casey Bishop, 39, handed in his resignation for his job at Northumbria University in Newcastle so he doesn’t miss any footy at home or in the pub.
      Casey Bishop, 39, handed in his resignation for his job in the name of footballCredit: NNP
      He took drastic action as he wanted to watch every single World Cup gameCredit: NNP
      Football mad Casey said: “I would have been so miserable stuck at work.
      “I’m a massive football fan, and I just couldn’t imagine not being able to watch them. 
      “Morally I felt as though I couldn’t go [to Qatar]. I’ve always been against it but when I heard about the atrocities and the human rights record. I couldn’t give my money to them. 
      “I have also heard from mates over there they are paying £16 for a pint of beer so I’m glad I made that decision.”
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      Thankfully Casey has a new job lined up for the new year, and his last boss kindly halved his notice period to two weeks so he could leave just as the World Cup began. 
      He is watching the matches at the pub, fan zones and at home.

      It comes as England fans got the party started in pubs tonight ahead of the Three Lion’s crunch game against the USA.
      Raucous England fans have already been pictured getting in the mood for tonight’s drama by packing out pubs and flying the flag.
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      Excited fans were in cheery spirits as they got the party started at the Red Lion pub in London with one loyal fan even donning a whole flag as an outfit.
      Some have been snapped donning player-themed fancy dress as one supporter wore a Harry Maguire mask and hoisted aloft a replica World Cup trophy.
      While Boxpark Wembley was packed out with fans who arrived for a pint after clocking off work early.
      A win will see the Three Lions progress to the last 16 while a draw could potentially be enough thanks to their goal difference.
      Gareth Southgate’s side head into the game in stunning form after thrashing Iran 6-2 in their opener in Doha.
      In Qatar, Amie Coady and other Wags have been spotted heading to the stadium to support the England stars.
      Up to 11 million reportedly swerved the office in favour of working from home for Monday’s match in honour of the earlier 1pm whistle.
      Following their draw against Wales, USA will be itching to bounce back and keep their dream of reaching the knockout stages alive.
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      England last faced the USA in the World Cup 12 years ago when a Rob Green howler saw the game end 1-1 between the two sides.
      Wales’ World Cup hopes are hanging by a thread after two late Iran goals broke Welsh hearts earlier today. More

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      Bees must be buzzing for the World Cup — as research shows they can play football

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      BEES must be buzzing for the World Cup — as research shows they can play football.The insects were observed enjoying a kickabout in their stripey yellow and black kits — just like the Hornets at Watford.
      Research shows bees enjoy playing footballCredit: Getty
      Bumblebees were seen repeatedly rolling a little wooden ball
      In a series of experiments, bumblebees were seen repeatedly rolling a little wooden ball, despite having no incentive to do so.
      Much like their human footballing counterparts, younger bees were seen to be busier on the ball than their elders, with some swarming over it 117 times.
      Further tests showed they went for the ball instead of opting for a treat, reinforcing the idea that they are playing the bee-tiful game for pure pleasure.
      Researcher Samadi Galpayage, a PhD student from Queen Mary University of London, said: “It is certainly mind-blowing, at times amusing, to watch bumblebees show something like play.
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      “They approach and manipulate these ‘toys’ again and again.
      It goes to show, once more, that despite their little size and tiny brains, they are more than small robotic beings.”
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