More stories

  • in

    Meet Euro 2024 favourites France’s gorgeous Wags, from a child psychologist to a tattoo artist and Vogue model

    FRANCE are in fine fettle ahead of their Euros opener.In their last major tournament it was only Lionel Messi and Argentina who could stop them in a thrilling World Cup final.Stunning Rose Bertram will be keen to see how France perform at the EurosSupermodel Rose was discovered at 13 and has appeared on the cover of VogueRose is rumoured to be the girlfriend of France superstar Kylian MbappeBoasting players such as Kylian Mbappe, William Saliba and Antoine Griezmann, it’s no wonder they are tipped to go all the way in Germany.Supporting their cause will be their stunning Wags.From a child psychologist to a tattoo artist and Vogue model, meet France stars’ glam partners.Rose BertramKylian Mbappe’s rumoured girlfriend is fashion influencer, Rose.Read more football newsOriginally from Belgium, she was signed to a modelling agency at the age of just 13.The beautiful blonde, now 29, has appeared on the front cover of fashion bible, Vogue.She has over 1 million followers on Instagram.Zoe CristofoliTattoo lover Cristofoli, 28, is the girlfriend of AC Milan star Theo Hernandez.Most read in Euro 2024She and the defender share a son called TJ.The stunner has a love of ink, with her body a canvas for it.She also co-owns a tattoo parlour called Ink Studio Lagrange in Turin.Zoe Cristofoli is a stunning Italian Wag with a love of tattoosZoe is an influencer who co-owns her own tattoo studio in TurinCredit: Instagram @zoe_cristofoliTheo Hernandez of AC Milan and Zoe pose on the pitch at the San Siro after a matchCredit: GettyKylian Mbappe in stitches as he catches France team-mate Griezmann having ‘suspicious’ massage in Euro 2024 campMarrion ValetteFilipino-Lebanese beauty Marrion, 35, is a model and wife of West Ham star Alphonse Arreola.She is the brand ambassador for Atelier London, the luxury clothing label run by Professor Jimmy Choo.Fabergé also have Marrion featured in their jewellery campaigns.They married in 2014, and have three daughters together.Alphonse Arreola’s stunning partner Marrion Areola Valette is an ambassador for Atelier LondonCredit: https://www.instagram.com/areola.marrion/?hl=enMarrion and Alphonse got married in 2014 and live in London togetherCredit: https://www.instagram.com/areola.marrion/?hl=enRima EdboucheVery private Rima is originally from Morocco.She is the wife of devout Muslim Ousmane Dembele, after the pair tied the knot in a low-key ceremony in 2021.Brilliantly, Rima is a TikTok star and her videos have generated 4.2million likes.In her clips she is always seen wearing a face covering and hijab.Rima Edbouche remains a very private figure among the French WagsDevout Muslim Rima is the wife of Barcelona forward Ousmane DembeleErika ChoperenaErika, 34, is a child psychologist and wife of Antoine Griezmann.The pair were together for six years, before they finally married in an amazing ceremony at the 11th Century Palacio de Galiana in Toledo, Spain in 2017.She also runs her own clothing label for kids called Duzama.They have three children together, Amaro, Mia, and Alba.Erika Choperena is a child psychologist who bases herself in MadridErika also runs her own child clothing label called DuzamaAntoine Griezmann and Erika married in an amazing ceremony at the 11th Century Palacio de GalianaFrance Euro 2024 guideFRANCE are the one nation all England fans are truly afraid of.

    They are many punters’ favourites after knocking the Three Lions out of the 2022 World Cup and will be hoping to do much better than at Euro 2020, when they lost to Switzerland in the last 16.
    MANAGER: Didier Deschamps
    Coming up to 12 years in the job, the only thing missing from his CV is a European Championship.
    STAR MAN: Kylian Mbappe
    Mbappe’s PSG may have underachieved on the European stage but he remains France’s most deadly threat, with a World Cup trophy and a World Cup final hat-trick to his name.
    How France attack
    Expect to see France play in a fluid 4-3-3 – which becomes 4-2-3-1 in possession – throughout the tournament.
    Giroud acts as the focal point in the attack with the two wide players and Griezmann as No 10 supporting.
    How France defend
    We can expect to see France defend high with an emphasis on winning back possession as far up the pitch as possible.
    France will stagger their defensive shape when the opposition are in possession.
    Read the full France Euro 2024 guide here, including predicted line-ups, odds and Wags.

    Sabrina DuvadSabrina is Kingsley Coman’s greatest fan, as well as a total fashionista.The pair rocked up together at Louis Vuitton’s show at Paris Fashion Week this year.READ MORE SUN STORIESThey began dating in 2019, after the Bayern Munich star was found guilty of attacking ex-girlfriend Sephora Goignan on two separate occasions at her home near Paris.Kingsley popped the question on holiday in Mykonos in 2020, and they now have three children together.Sabrina Duvad is a total fashionista and Kingsley Coman’s biggest fanSabrina and Kingsley took in a Louis Vuitton show at Paris Fashion Week this year More

  • in

    Jordan Pickford’s wife Megan decked out in England shirt as Wags cheer on their men in Euro 2024 opener vs Serbia

    JORDAN PICKFORD’S wife Megan donned an England shirt while Jude Bellingham’s family sat nearby as they cheered their loved ones on to victory in Gelsenkirchen.The Three Lions beat Serbia 1-0 in their opening Group C clash at Euro 2024 tonight.Jordan Pickford’s wife Megan was decked out with her fella’s number onCredit: GettyShe was spotted recording the atmosphere on her phone pre-matchCredit: GettyMegan chatted to Aine Kennedy, the partner of Conor Gallagher, before the gameCredit: ReutersJude Bellingham’s parents, along with his younger brother Jobe, posed for a selfieCredit: EPAAnd Gareth Southgate’s men had their loved ones cheering them on as they made a dream start to the tournament.Bukayo Saka’s deflected cross was headed home by Bellingham from close-range after just 13 minutes, and that proved to be the only goal of the game.The Real Madrid midfielder, 20, had his younger brother Jobe, who plays for Sunderland, watching on alongside their parents.And Arsenal attacker Saka’s partner Tolami Benson looked nervous as she fiddled with her hair in the build-up waiting for kick off.READ MORE ON EURO 2024But they were not the only family and friends in attendance.Megan, who welcomed their second child into the world last September, was decked out in a white England shirt with the No.1, in honour of her hubby Pickford, on the front.And she was spotted capturing the moment pre-match as the atmosphere built on her phone camera.Megan was also seen deep in conversation with another England WAG, Aine Kennedy.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSDecked out in the No.16 kit, she was there to cheer on her partner Conor Gallagher, who was named on the bench by Southgate.Most read in Euro 2024Fellow substitute Ollie Watkins had his girlfriend Ellie Anderson to support him from the stands.Fans joke that Joe Hart ‘looks like a zebra crossing’ as former England goalkeeper shows off bizarre tattoos live on BBCWhile Three Lions skipper Harry Kane’s brother Charlie had his sibling’s shirt on while the striker’s wife, Katie Goodland, had the same No.9 jersey in white.It was a dream start thanks to Bellingham’s opener, sparking celebration in the friends and family section of the England camp.However, the Three Lions failed to turn their dominance into more goals before the break as they went in just one ahead.Meet England’s Euro 2024 Wags
    England Wags range from childhood sweethearts to recently blossoming love stories.
    Katie Goodland (Harry Kane’s wife)
    The fitness instructor has been married to the England captain since 2019 and joined him in Germany with their four children after he joined Bayern Munich.
    Laura Celia Valk (Jude Bellingham’s girlfriend)
    The stunning Dutch model, 25, has more than half a million Instagram followers and is said to be absolutely smitten with the Real Madrid star.
    Rebecca Cooke (Phil Foden’s girlfriend)
    Foden’s childhood sweetheart and the mother of his two kids tends to keep out of the spotlight, but is a regular at England games.
    Dani Dyer (Jarrod Bowen’s girlfriend)
    England’s most famous Wag, former Love Island winner and daughter of Eastenders’ Danny Dyer.
    Iris Law (Trent Alexander-Arnold’s girlfriend)
    Dani Dyer isn’t the only actor’s daughter dating an England star. Iris’ dad is Hollywood legend Jude Law.
    Megan Davison (Jordan Pickford’s wife)
    Megan has been with Pickford since he was 14 years old. The couple married in 2022 and have one son.
    Olivia Naylor (John Stones’ girlfriend)
    The 33-year-old former beautician has stepped back from her role after giving birth to a baby son.
    Read more about the Wags who will be supporting England at Euro 2024 here

    Gallagher did get introduced to the action late on as England looked to hold on to their lead.And they did have to survive some heavy pressure, although Kane almost doubled their lead as he hit the crossbar near the end.But the one goal from man of the match Bellingham proved to be enough to secure the three points.Now they can secure a place in the knockouts if they beat Denmark in their second group game on Thursday.Bellingham told BBC afterwards: “I thought they are a very tough side. Very robust, strong and a big group of lads and it was important that we prepared well.“The staff got it right. We prepared all week very well. We knew the roles we had to do. We try to keep to our own standards and try to do our own job.“It’s important that we got off to a good start. Positive inside the camp and onto the next one.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I have got used to getting into the box, getting wide and trying to do that. I got into that habit at Madrid and I wanted to carry my form into the Euros.“It’s a great start for me personally to get my confidence up and to help the lads get the win is the most important thing.”Harry Kane’s wife Katie Goodland had her fella’s shirt on in the standsCredit: ReutersThe England captain’s brother Charlie (centre) was also in attendanceCredit: ReutersEllie Alderson, the partner of Ollie Watkins, pictured before the gameCredit: ReutersBukayo Saka’’s girlfriend Tolami Benson joined the WAGs to watch the gameCredit: GettyJude Bellingham headed England ahead early on against SerbiaCredit: Getty More

  • in

    Jude Bellingham’s girlfriend wows in bikini as the ace works out with Trent Alexander-Arnold at England camp for Euro

    JUDE Bellingham hits the weights to keep in shape for his Dutch model girlfriend Laura Celia Valk — and England’s Euros campaign.The ace worked out with Trent Alexander-Arnold, 25, at the Three Lions camp before tomorrow’s clash with Serbia, the first of three group games.Jude Bellingham’s Dutch model girlfriend Laura Celia Valk stunned in this bikini snapCredit: InstagramBellingham worked out with Trent Alexander-Arnold at the Three Lions campCredit: TwitterBellingham and team mates will go all out to win the EurosCredit: GettyWhether Jude, 20, and team mates bring it home or not, the Real Madrid star will be determined to keep in good nick for influencer Laura.Laura, who let news of their relationship slip to make-up artists at a modelling gig in April, sent fans into meltdown with a bikini snap.Jude has taken centre stage of Adidas’ new Euro 2024 advert – and it has been an overwhelming hit with fans.The two-minute video is backed by The Beatles’ timeless hit ‘Hey Jude’ and showcases a number of notable faces including rapper Stormzy and presenter Laura Woods.Read More on SportA number of former Three Lions stars including David Beckham, Ian Wright and Frank Lampard also make appearances.The ad is titled ‘Hey Jude’ and features a slow, gloomy rendition of the track to correspond with England’s previous shortcomings in European competitions.But, this summer, England fans will be hoping that the national team can take a sad song and make it better when they step out onto the pitch for Euro 2024.It’s been three years since the team’s final defeat on penalties at Euro 2020, and 58 long years of hurt since they last won a major international tournament.Most read in Euro 2024Watch adidas’ Jude Bellingham advert that leaves England fans with ‘goosebumps’ and features cameo from Laura Woods More

  • in

    Meet Italy’s beautiful Wags cheering on the Azzurri at Euro 2024, from a former The Voice contestant to Armani model

    ITALY kick off the defence of the Euros crown against Albania.But it won’t be easy against the minnows from the Balkans, who have been tipped by many to be the dark horses of the tournament.Chiara Nasti is one of Italy most famous Wags and has dated two Azzurri playersCredit: Instagram / @nastiloveBlonde bombshell Chiara used to be with Nicolo ZanioloCredit: Instagram / @nastiloveNow the former Armani model is married to Mattia ZaccagniCredit: Instagram / @nastiloveSupporting the Italians in their quest to reclaim their title will be their stunning Wags.From a singer who appeared as a contestant on The Voice to an Armani model who was formerly engaged to Italian teammate Nicolo Zaniolo.Join SunSport in meeting the beauties…Chiara NastiGorgeous Chiara, 26, has modelled for Armani and is a renowned fashion influencer with two million followers online.Read more football news She is married to Mattia Zaccagni, and they welcomed their first son together in 2022 called Thiago.Awkwardly, Chiara used to date Italy teammate Nicola Zaniolo which delighted rival fans who taunted Zaccagni.She also reportedly flirted with Neymar.Catherine HardingCatherine, 33, is a British singer and the fiancee of Arsenal ace Jorginho.Most read in Euro 2024She famously appeared on reality TV show The Voice, where she was mentored by Ollie Murs.The brunette beauty also had a romance with Jude Law, fathering a child with the Hollywood actor.Her life was featured on Amazon Prime Video series Married to the GameCatherine Harding is a singer from the UK who appeared on The VoiceCredit: @cat_cavelliCatherine’s life as a Wag played out on an Amazon Prime reality TV showCredit: @cat_cavelliJorginho and Catherine strike a hot couple off the pitchBenedetta BoemeAmazing Benedetta is the girlfriend of Bologna defender, Riccardo Calafiori.She appears to be a model, judging by her beauty and the photoshoots she shares with her 8,000 followers on Instagram.The pair appear to have been dating a years, with images together as far back as that.They have matching tattoos on their hands, which read Koi no Yokan – a Japanese phrase meaning ‘Feeling of love’.Amazing Benedetta Boeme is the girlfriend of Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori.Credit: Instagram @bboemeBrunette stunner appears to be a model and shares shoots to fans on InstagramCredit: Instagram @bboemeBenedetta and Calafiori have dated for around a year and have matching tattoosCredit: Instagram @bboemeAlessia ElefanteBeing Gianluigi Donnarumma’s fiancee Alessia is certainly in safe hands with the Italian No1.The 27-year-old has dated the talented keeper since his breakthrough at AC Milan as a 16-year-old, following him to Paris where he stars for PSG.The Naples beauty is fan of shopping, with Gucci being her favourite designer.She is also an interior designer.Alessia Elefante is the fiancee of goalkeeper Gianluigi DonnarummaAlessia began dating the PSG shotstopper when he was just 16Credit: Instagram / @alessiaelefanteOriginally from Naples, Alessia is an interior designer who loves GucciCredit: GettyLucia BraminiThe 24-year-old model has been described by football fans as the ‘most beautiful woman in the world’.She has amassed over 150,000 followers on Instagram, where she shares her glam lifestyle dating Federico Chiesa.But in the past, she has admitted to not being a football fan.Lucy also has a degree in psychology at Università Cattolica.Lucia Bramani has been describes by football fans as the most beautiful woman in the worldCredit: Instagram @lucybramaniLucia shares her glam life with her 150,000 followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @lucybramaniFederico Chiesa and Lucia are engaged and are inseparableCredit: Instagram @lucybramaniItaly Euro 2024 guideTHEY are reigning champs and have a habit of defying the odds – yet little is expected of this Azzurri side.

    At least they qualified, given a nasty recent habit of missing major tournaments.
    MANAGER: Luciano Spalletti
    The 65-year-old who, in 2023, led Napoli to their first Serie A title in 33 years will not stand for any nonsense.
    STAR MAN: Gianluigi Donnarumma
    The PSG goalkeeper is Italy’s only genuine goalkeeping superstar, as England know to their cost after losing the Euro 2020 final on penalties.
    How Italy attack
    Spalletti’s Italy will be dogged from a defensive perspective but also flexible and fun to watch in possession.
    They can be patient and composed on the ball but also attack in a much more direct way when the opportunity comes.
    How Italy defend
    Italy no longer play the deep, defensive football they were known for in the past.
    They will look to press high out of possession, led by their two wide forwards – likely Federico Chiesa and Lorenzo Pellegrini.
    Read the full Italy Euro 2024 guide here, including predicted line-ups, odds and Wags

    Flaminia AppolloniItaly hot shot Gianluca Scamacca and Flaminia keep their private lives to themselves.She did divide her time between her homeland and London, when he played for West Ham, but their romance will be going from strength to strength now he’s back at Atalanta.Not much is known about what she does for a living.READ MORE SUN STORIESHowever, she’s a huge fan of the beach, showing off her bikini body on luxury holidays.Flaminia Appolloni likes to keep her personal life private from her fansCredit: Instagram @flaminiaappolloniFlaminia often shows off her amazing bikini body to fans on InstagramCredit: Instagram @flaminiaappolloniFlaminia’s other half is ex-West Ham star Gianluca ScamaccaCredit: Instagram @flaminiaappolloni More

  • in

    Meet Germany’s stunning Wags at the Euros, from a glam architect to a leading equestrian and a fashion model

    GERMANY kick off the Euros desperate for success in their own country.But, they have to settle for being the third favourites according to the bookies behind England and France.Germany’s Wags like Dani ter Stegen will be cheering on the home nation at the EurosCredit: InstagramGorgeous Dani studied architecture at universityMarc-Andre and Dani began dating in 2012 and moved to Barcelona in 2014Still, they boast plenty of talent in their ranks – from a reborn Kai Havertz, who has starred at Arsenal this past campaign, to Germany’s new golden boy, Florian Wirtz.Cheering on Die Mannschaft will be their glorious Wags.From a stunning architect to a glam fashion model and a leading equestrian, these are the German stars’ beautiful partners.Dani ter StegenWith almost 600,000 followers, blonde beauty Dani is one of Germany’s most popular Wags.Read more football newsShe moved to Barcelona with her famous goalie other half Marc-Andre ter Stegen in 2014, and immediately enrolled herself into college to complete her studies in architecture.The pair began dating in 2012, and they announced their engagement in a Facebook Live video in 2017, before walking down the aisle months later.They have two sons together – Ben, born in 2019, and recent arrival Tom.Sara GundoganGorgeous Italian model Sara met ex-Man City star Ilkay Gundogan in 2021.Most read in FootballA year later, he popped the question before they married each other in a private ceremony in 2022.Sara was born in France but moved to Italy when she was young, where she worked as a TV presenter.How hosts Germany look to return to their best for Euro 2024She once sparked fury when she called the Manchester restaurant scene “horrible”.But she has since changed her tune, revealing she now misses the Rainy City after moving to Barcelona.Gorgeous model Sara Gundogan was originally born in FranceStunning Sara made her career in Italy as a TV presenter and modelCredit: Instagram @sarabenamiraIlkay Gundogan and wife Sara cut glam figures at the Ballon D’or ceremonyCredit: ReutersJessica KroosJessica and Toni tied the know in 2015, after several years together.She revealed: Toni was 18, I was 20. I wouldn’t say it was love at first sight, but he is a wonderful man. Shortly afterwards, we met in Germany and began to be together.”Kroos retired from club football after Real Madrid won the Champions League last week.But if it wasn’t for Jessica, he may have left the Bernabeu several years before.According to reports, she convinced him to sign a new deal when he was wavering on staying.Jessica Kroos met husband Toni when he was just a teenagerCredit: GettyJessica has been instrumental in advising Toni Kroos during his football careerCredit: GettyCandice BrookAmerican model Candice moved to Munich with Leroy Sane, when he signed from Man City.Initial reports of her struggling to settle in Bavaria were soon quashed.Instead, she reportedly helped Harry Kane acclimatise in Germany and conquer the language barrier.Her and Sane were able to communicate in English in Kane’s first few months at the Allianz Arena, as the winger and forward built a telepathic understanding on the pitch together.American model Candice Brook moved to Munich with Leroy SanaCredit: instagram @leroysaneCandice reportedly had a hand in helping Harry Kane settle in Bavaria with the language barrierCredit: Instagram @leroysaneSophia WeberGorgeous Sophia has been with Arsenal’s in-form Kai Havertz since they were lovestruck teenagers.She joined Instagram at the end of 2020 and already boasts over 390,000 followers.In recent months, she has become close to Martin Odegaard’s partner, Helene Spilling and they go to games together.She also loves to travel and took in a break to Paris recently.Sophia Weber joined Instagram in 2020 and now boasts almost 400,000 followersCredit: Instagram @sophia.weber__Glam Sophie dates Arsenal star Kai HavertzCredit: Instagram @sophiaaemeliaBrunette Sophia is a regular at the Emirates StadiumCredit: Instagram @sophiaaemeliaread more sport featuresLisa MullerThe wife of Germany and Bayern Munich legend Thomas Muller, Lisa is a famous dressage rider in her homeland.Famously, Lisa blocked her husband from moving to Man Utd, according to former manager Louis Van Gaal.She, reportedly, did not fancy living in Manchester.And she also once slammed ex-Bayern coach Niko Kovac after Muller was dropped in 2018.Julian Nagelsmann, you have been warned.Lisa Muller is a famous dressage rider in her homelandLisa famously blocked Thomas Muller’s move to Man Utd because she didn’t want to live in ManchesterCredit: Instagram @esmuellertKatharina RaumKatharina is the gorgeous wife of RB Leipzig left-back David Raum.The brunette stunner regularly shows off her incredible lifestyle, including five-star holidays in Ibiza, Maldives and Mykonos, to name a few.READ MORE SUN STORIESDespite sharing some intimate moments on social media, not much is known about Katharina.But she is a regular in the stands, wearing a Germany top and chanting her man’s name when he plays.Kathi Raum loves showing off her glam lifestyle on InstagramCredit: Instagram @katharina.raumGlam trips to the Maldives and Mykonos are the norm for KathiCredit: Instagram @katharina.raum More

  • in

    Meet Serbia’s stunning Wags, from the Serb Dua Lipa to a glam model who walked the catwalk for Versace

    ENGLAND kick off their Euros campaign with a tough game against Serbia.The team from the Balkans boast a number of star players plying their trade in the top leagues.Sofia Milosevic will be cheering Serbia on against EnglandStunning Sofija has walked the catwalks of Milan fashion weekLuka Jovic and Sofija are one of Serbia’s glam couplesJuventus striker Dusan Vlahovic is one England will have to wary of, while livewire Luka Jovic could also pose a threat.Cheering on our rivals will be their stunning Wags.From a singer who is the Dua Lipa of her homeland to a leggy supermodel who has walked the catwalk for Versace, here’s Serbia’s partners in all their glory.Sofija MilosevicGorgeous Sofija is the leggy model who stole the heart of Jovic.Read more football newsThe blonde stunner is, unsurprisingly, a model who has walked the catwalks at fashion week.Most recently, she rocked up at Versace show in Milan.Before she met Luka, she dated Adem Ljajic – a midfielder who starred at Fiorentina, Roma and Torino.Sofija and Luka share a son together.Most read in Euro 2024Vanja BogdanovicBelgrade native Vanja is shacked up with in-demand striker Vlahovic in Turin.Back in April he celebrated her birthday with a loving message on he stroke of midnight.Why teams should fear ‘Jekyll and Hyde’ SerbiaHe shared a snap of the pair in a loving clinch on a romantic trip to Paris and captioned the photo on Instagram: “I love you.”It is believed the pair have known each other since they were teenagers, but briefly broke up before reuniting.Vanja Bogdanovic is Dusan Vlahovic’s longtime girlfriendVlahovic recently revealed his love for the gorgeous brunetteNatalija IlicLong-term Manchester United target Sergej Milinkovic-Savic has the perfect solution to any medical emergency.The driving force in Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal’s midfield, he just celebrated beating Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr to the title, where he is supported by wife Natalija.Natalija is a qualified doctor who studied at University in Novi Sad.She and the midfielder first met in 2017 and were engaged soon after – concluding a five-year engagement by finally tying the knot in 2022.Natalija Ilic has built a life for herself in Saudi Arabia alongside her beauQualified doctor Natalija is married to ex-Man Utd target Sergej Milinkovic-SavicAnastasija GudeljSerbian singer Anastasia Gudelj (nee Raznatovic) is the daughter of a Serbian power couple.Her mum is singer Ceca, while dad is warlord Arkan who was assassinated by a hitman who had ties to the criminal underworld in 2000.She married legendary Sevilla midfielder, Nemanja Gudelj in a secret ceremony in 2023.There have been reports from her homeland that the pair’s relationship has struggled due to family fallout, but Anastasija is expected to attend Euro 2024 to support her man.Serbian singer Anastasija Gudelj has interesting parentsAnastasija’s mum is a singer while her dad was an assassinated warlordAnastasija married Nemanja Gudelj in a secret ceremony in 2023read more sport featuresAnja PopovicNikola Milenkovic and Anja have been an item since at 2015, when they posted images together on social media when he played for Partizan.But since 2017, the giant 6ft5in centre back has featured 265 for Italian outfit Fiorentina.Anja keeps a fairly low profile and boasts just over 1,500 followers on Instagram.However, she is keen to share the life she leads as a Wag, including holidays in Dubai and supporting her man from the stands.Anja Popovic shows off her amazing bikini bodyBeautiful Anja keeps a low-profile but enjoys the Wag lifestyleCredit: Instagram @anjaapopAnja lives in Florence with giant Fiorentina defender Nikola MilenkovicCredit: Instagram @anjaapopTea TairovicTea is the most famous of the group with almost 800,000 followers on Instagram.A singer, she is Serbia’s equivalent to Dua Lipa.READ MORE SUN STORIESShe was linked to Uros Racic in 2023, after he was spotted showering her with attention and kisses.However, she played down the encounter to a national newspaper insisting they were friends.Tea Tairovic is the Serbian Dua LipaPop star Tea, left, was linked to Uros Racic in 2023 More

  • in

    England’s Wags send secret packages to surprise players ahead of Euro 2024 opener against Serbia

    ENGLAND’S Wags sent secret parcels to their heroes ahead of Sunday’s Euros opener against Serbia, we can reveal.The surprise packages were placed on the players’ beds before they arrived at the team’s five-star Weimarer Spa training base in Blankenhain.England’s Wags sent secret parcels to their heroes ahead of Sunday’s Euros opener against Serbia (pictured: Harry Kane’s wife Kate)Credit: World Cup News Pool (WCNP) – England vs FrancePlayers with children also got notes from their kids wishing them luck (pictured: Megan Pickford)Credit: Dan CharityThey included sealed letters from Wags that are to be opened on specific days during the tournament in Germany.Players with children also got notes from their kids wishing them luck.Special teddies, family photographs and meaningful keepsakes that smell of home were also included.A source said: “Each Wag made up a box containing special items.read more on euros”They wrote letters which are to be opened on set days during the tournament to give the players that extra boost.”They also include photographs of family and friends that they can stick on the wall of their hotel room.”Teddies and pillows laced with perfume are in the bundle too.”The package is designed to make them feel more at home at their training base.Most read in Euro 2024″The players will hopefully be away from their loved ones for over a month – so every little detail has been seen to.”At previous tournaments, Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate has rewarded the players for getting out of the group stage with a family day.MYSTIC WAG ‘Super spiritual’ England star Phil Foden and his Wag Rebecca Cooke visit PSYCHIC in bid to help England win Euro 2024He is expected to follow the same approach in Germany as England bid for glory.The Wags are expected to roar on the Three Lions inside Gelsenkirchen’s 62,000-seat Veltins Arena as they kick off their campaign on Sunday.They will include Jordan Pickford’s missus, Megan, skipper Harry Kane’s wife, Kate, and John Stones’s other half, Olivia Naylor.England face Denmark on June 20 before ending the group stages against Slovenia on June 25. More

  • in

    England WAGS are no fun compared to Germany 2006 line up – they knew how to party & were unafraid to splash stars’ cash

    AS starting line-ups go, it’s the equivalent of pitching a Panini All-Star Legends XI against Accrington Stanley.In the former first 11, clad in a dazzling kit of Hermes, Roberto Cavalli and a lick of caramel hair extension, we have Victoria Beckham, Coleen Rooney, nee McLoughlin, Cheryl Tweedy, Abbey Clancy and flamboyant journeywoman Nancy Dell’Olio.Victoria Beckham, Coleen Rooney, Louise Bonsall, Elen Rives and a pal hit the townCredit: RexThe glam squad, Cheryl, Coleen and Posh, at an England gameCredit: AlamyElen Rives and Carly Zucker on a night outCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdThe latter, a team of identikit smooth-foreheaded influencers, names available on Google.Yep, on the eve of the Euros, the question remains: Where have all the good Wags gone?What we all wouldn’t do to bring back the glory days of BadenBaden, Germany, 2006, when England was awash with first-team talent.Eighteen years on from that memorable World Cup — probably less memorable for the £140-a-pop bottle of Moet-swigging wives and girlfriends — the glory days are long gone.read more on eurosToday’s generation are a bunch of camera-ready, media-wary young women who’ve grown-up on TikTok.And where’s the fun in that?As a cub reporter of 24, my first foreign assignment for a national newspaper was in Baden-Baden.It was a baptism of fire. And pear bellinis. Sooo many pear bellinis.Most read in FootballAfter being dispatched to the Black Forest, I decided to invite my German housemate: The Bavarian Batman to my Robin. Initially, it proved a masterstroke.England Wags Instagram Rich ListOn night one ­— after the Wags went to the quiet spa town’s local bar, Garibaldis — German Martin and I followed and I made him charm the local barman . . . and get a copy of the girls’ astonishing £3,300 bar tab.Meine damen und herren, we were up and running.This first night quickly set the tone for the most exhausting two weeks of my hitherto relatively sheltered young life.Each night, Martin and I would traipse to Garibaldis and watch the Wags in action. (Soon joined by the rest of the media “pack”).They were a glorious, life-affirming, carefree sight to behold — and provided thous- ands and thousands of words of copy. Or “content”, as their 2024 counterparts might say.Unquestionably, Head Wag was Mrs Beckham. Unlike the rest of the squad, the Spice Girl was accompanied by a shaven-headed, ex-Forces body- guard at all times.Unfortunately, he clocked Martin and I (pretending to be a couple) early doors, during a quiet family dinner in the Wags’ Michelin-starred hotel restaurant, Wintergarten.’META-FEMINISM’He pointed me out to Victoria, who veritably swivelled in her chair and stared me menacingly in the eye.She audibly tutted in disgust over her steamed broccoli. My card was marked.From here, I became enemy No1 with Coleen and co.“You’re scum and you know you are,” chanted the late Neville Neville, Gary’s dad, and quite the character.He was swiftly joined by a 40-strong contingency of family and friends, their voices ringing loud and clear — certainly louder than any of the muffled, on-pitch national anthem renditions of their loved ones — in the Brenners Park Fritz and Felix bar.Unembarrassable, because I was 24 and on a crucial work assignment, fearing instant dismissal if I failed in my 007 Wag mission, I resolutely stayed put, smiling gormlessly and cheerfully sipping my champagne.(Many of these would later appear on my newspaper’s expenses tab).These ladies knew how to party, and they were staunchly, admirably, unafraid to spend their partners’ cash however they saw fit. Which is meta-feminism, I suppose.Starting with some shopping-shopping in Baden-Baden.Clemmie and her friend Martin covered the action on her first big assignmentCredit: SuppliedCheryl and Victoria out on the townCredit: MatrixThey were up at around 9am for a spot of breakfast (and caffeine) before a busy morning hitting the designer stores.While the men dribbled and tackled, their womenfolk dribbled with excitement and tackled Gucci and Prada and Co with the enthusiasm of Goldenballs eyeing a free kick.While they shopped, I trailed.On June 19, the eve of England’s final group game, £57,000 was spunked in an hour. A Spanish paper dubbed them “hooligans with credit cards”.“Everywhere I go, there’s that annoying little blonde,” hissed “hooligan” Coleen, in her new £900 shades, pointing at me in my sensible M&S ensemble, total cost approx 50 quid.She had a point, to be fair.I was one of the few reporters based at the Wags’ hotel, and by the end of the stay even I was sick of me. Fleet Street’s assortment of high-brow, knowledgeable football reporters also loathed my presence.My esteemed colleague actually rang our news editor at one point pleading for me to get sent home (sent off?) as my constant Wag coverage was “undermining the credibility of the game”.The Wags were accused of many things, frugality was not one of themClemmie MoodieHe said he was losing the trust of the families because I was writing about the ladies’ karaoke habits. (More on these later.) But the Wags were selling papers. I stayed.Afternoons saw the gang hitting up the hotel spa for various facials and manicures.Naturally, I booked in and spoke to a lovely therapist, who praised Mrs Beckham’s tan and gave me an identical treatment.When not utilising the hotel’s five-star facilities, or getting papped — one memorable shot saw Posh, Coleen and her mate, Claire, Louise Bonsall (Michael Owen’s missus) and Elen Rives (Frank Lampard’s partner) confidently strutting into town like the line-up scene from The Usual Suspects — the gang were making the most of their in-room entertainment.Honourable mentions here to Ms Rives and Alex Curran, Stevie G’s other half, who racked up hotel bills of £28,607 and £25,321 respectively. The latter’s included 60 bottles of pink champagne.The 22-strong contingent’s cumula-tive hotel spend was just shy of a reported £600,000. Their total spend, including alcohol, almost £1million.’RAUCOUS NIGHTS’As I wrote at the time, “the Wags were accused of many things, frugality was not one of them”.Elsewhere, the genteel Black Forest town’s nightclub, Maxi’s, soon became the extra-time venue of choice.While management refused to give the girls freebie drinks, they were allowed off the £7 entry fee.A 3am finish became the norm. While the women slept it all off, I filed copy, by now a shell of a creature.“More, more, more,” came the newsdesk cry, at a time when tabloids were at their peak and social media was but a twinkle in Joe Cole’s eye.On the subject of the former Chelsea midfielder, his beautiful, athletic girlfriend Carly Zucker briefly became a star of the show.A ripped personal trainer before abs on women were a “thing”, she would go jogging most mornings. Martin and I, especially, had a vested interest in making her a star.She worked for £22 an hour as a personal trainer at the Virgin Active gym opposite my then office.Obviously, weeks before the tournament kicked off, I made hapless Martin sign up for a course of PT sessions with her, hoping we’d have a ready-made friend out there.Posh shopping in some denim hotpantsCredit: GettyCarly Zucker had abs before they were trendyCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdAlas, when she saw us both, her look was not one of unconfined joy.Anyway, karaoke became a big theme of those halcyon few weeks — We Are The Champions, I Will Survive and The Black Eyed Peas’ 2005 classic My Humps were regularly requested.Victoria was largely absent from these raucous singing nights.Perhaps she was missing Ginger.When we weren’t working 19-hour days we angered the women even more by setting up camp outside the hotel and playing raucous games of football beside the gently flowing river.It’s safe to say manager Sven-Goran Eriksson’s squad had little to fear in the way of last-minute selections. By the end of my stint in the salubrious town there was no amount of health-giving spa water that could heal my broken body.But my heart was full.These women, superstars one and all, partied like it was the apocalypse and did it, on the whole, with good grace.They knew we had a job to do and were savvy enough to know such exposure could prove hugely lucrative in the coming months. And, undoubtedly, it did.WORLDS AWAYAnd the husbands? Lost on penalties in the quarters, naturally. (Mrs Beckham’s husband was crocked and Mrs Rooney’s husband got sent off).So what of today’s Wag world? While the tournament bases are only 475 miles away, the Wag fun possibilities seem worlds away.Well, I suppose there will be some drama. England’s star defender Kyle Walker will have not one, but two Wags in attendance as he hopes to score purely on the pitch for once.Five of the six children he has fathered with both are also expected to be there to cheer on daddy-o. Wife Annie Kilner — perhaps the most famous of this generation of Wags — and her four children will be sitting among the rest of the players’ families in pitchside seats arranged by the FA.His ex-mistress, Lauryn Goodman, is also planning to support him, alongside son Kairo.The possibility of thuggery threatens to overshadow anything Serbia’s militant fans could possibly throw at the tournament.READ MORE SUN STORIESOtherwise though — with no Jack Grealish and his semi-famous gf Sasha Attwood — the pickings for mischief, madness and good old- fashioned front-page fun look decidedly limited.Looks like it’s down to the boys to bring it home, then.Sven-Goran Eriksson’s girlfriend Nancy Dell’Olio wearing a Number one capCredit: RexLisa Roughhead (left) girlfriend of Michael Carrick and Michaela Henderson-Thynne girlfriend of Stewart Downing at the Garibaldi restaurantCredit: RexDavid Beckham sits on the bench after his substitution at the quarter-final against PortugalCredit: ReutersWayne Rooney was sent off with a red cardCredit: Getty More