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    Ex-Fulham star Palhinha splits from pregnant wife just months after Bayern Munich transfer as she ditches wedding ring

    BAYERN MUNICH midfielder Joao Palhinha has reportedly split from his pregnant wife just months after his move to Germany.Portugal international Palhinha, 29, signed for the Bundesliga giants in the summer in a deal worth £47.5million.Joao Palhinha joined Bayern Munich from Fulham in the summerCredit: GettyReports are claiming he has split from singer wife Patricia PalharesThe couple met back in 2019 and married two years laterBut he has struggled for game time under Vincent Kompany, starting just one of their opening six games in all competitions.And reports are suggesting he is also enduring off-field issues with his singer wife Patricia Palhares, 27.The couple have been together for five years and married in 2021.Patricia gave birth to their son Joao Maria, 1, in October 2022 and they are expecting a second child.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, Patricia has deleted all photos of her and Palhinha on Instagram and posted pregnancy snaps without the Fulham man, leading to reports they have split.According to Bild, Palhinha recently posted images of him with his mum, Susana, on a private Instagram account and had no wedding ring on.Neither Palhinha or Patricia have made comment on reports of a separation.TV presenter Maya said on the Portuguese show Noite das Estrelas: “I know there was no betrayal on either side.”Most read in BundesligaPatricia gave birth to the couple’s first child Joao Maria in 2022Credit: Instagram @ppalharezThe reason for their alleged split is said to be ‘wear and tear’Credit: Instagram @ppalharezNeither Palhinha or Patricia have made comment on the reportsCredit: Instagram @ppalharezShe went on to add that the “wear and tear” of the relationship was the reason for the split.Palhinha spoke earlier this month about not having started Bayern’s first three games of the season.Inside Joao Palhinha’s life as a Premier League footballer with midfielder tipped for big moveHe told TZ, he said: “I wasn’t disappointed [to be left on the bench].”I’m at the best club in the world. It’s part of a process. I can be proud.”Patricia recently shared pregnancy photos without PalhinhaCredit: Instagram @ppalharezShe has deleted images of Palhinha from her InstagramCredit: Instagram @ppalharez More

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    Kieran Trippier’s wife Charlotte ditches wedding ring and moves into new mansion with kids as couple live separate lives

    THE wife of Premier League footie ace Kieran Trippier has moved 200 miles across the country to start a new life with their kids, The Sun on Sunday can reveal.Mum-of-three Charlotte, 35, has also ditched her wedding ring just days after the ­Newcastle United defender was spotted without his.Kieran Trippier’s wife Charlotte has ditched her wedding ringCharlotte has also enrolled the couple’s children at an exclusive private school 200 miles across the countryCredit: SplashCharlotte, pictured with Trippier, moved into a huge, £3.85million mansion in Hale, Cheshire, over the summerCredit: GettyIt comes after Trippier, 34, wrapped his arms around a mystery woman at a karaoke bar before scooping her up by the bottom during a night out with teammates.We told last week how the blonde beauty caught up in the marriage riddle was call centre worker Frankie Carmichael, 27.Now, it has emerged Charlotte has enrolled their children at an exclusive private school after moving into a huge, £3.85million mansion in Hale, Cheshire, over the summer.Now, it has emerged Charlotte has moved into a £3.85million mansion in Hale, Cheshire, over the summer.Read More on SportMeanwhile, Trippier, who earns £130,000-a-week, has not been seen at the property and has been at training in ­Newcastle.He featured in Eddie Howe’s starting XI for the squad’s Premier League away clash against Fulham at Craven Cottage yesterday, which the Magpies lost 3-1.But he is looking for a move away from Newcastle, which signed him in a £12million deal from Atletico Madrid in 2022.The couple’s £3.8million, six-bed mansion in leafy Morpeth, Northumberland, is also up for sale as they live increasingly separate lives.Most read in FootballA source said: “Charlotte’s starting afresh and is looking forward to the future. “She’s a strong woman and has made the move from the North East to the North West.Stunning party girl caught up in Newcastle ace Kieran Trippier’s marriage riddle revealed as tattooed call centre worker“It’s not been an easy task, but she’s got the support of her family and friends.”Charlotte was in Madrid when Trippier was pictured lifting a blonde reveller at Newcastle’s Cosy Joe’s bar in May last year.The couple have not commented publicly on rumours they have split.But speculation intensified after Charlotte snubbed the Euros this summer, including the final, which England lost 2-1 to Spain.In a message posted online before a group game, she wrote: “Sooner or later you get over the s*** you swore you’d never get over and it’s the best feeling in the world.”The couple holidayed separately after the tournament ended.Trippier headed for Turkey while his wife sunned herself in Santorini.Glamorous snapsShe posted a series of glamorous snaps from the Greek island.Trippier announced his retirement from international football last month after winning 54 caps, and has put in a transfer request at Newcastle.The couple have recently reduced the asking price on their family home in Morpeth by £350,000 in a bid to offload it. And last week, Trippier was pictured looking glum at a train station without his wedding ring.As the couple spend time apart, Charlotte recently enjoyed a family break at Center Parcs.She posted pictures of her swimming and cycling with the children, but there was no sign of her husband in the snaps.We told last week how the blonde beauty caught up in Trippier’s marriage riddle was call centre worker Frankie CarmichaelTrippier played against Fulham at Craven Cottage yesterday, a match the Magpies lost 3-1Credit: ReutersOn Instagram, she said of last month’s getaway: “Refreshed and recharged after celebrating my bday at Centre Parcs with the famalam.” Her parents and sister joined her on the break — and she was flooded with support from fans. One told her: “Sending so much love and strength.”Three Lions star Trippier has had a turbulent time on and off the pitch.He delayed linking up with ­Gareth Southgate’s England lads for their Nations League match against Italy in September 2022 for “personal” reasons.He then pulled out of November’s squad ahead of a Euro qualifier against North Macedonia, again over a “personal matter”.Frankie, a regular around Newcastle’s hotspots, was previously named online as the siren at the centre of Trippier’s marriage riddle. Turbulent timeShe regularly posts sexy pictures in revealing outfits on social media and is said to be pally with one of the footballer’s friends.The party girl has a large tattoo on her left arm.Footage taken on a mobile phone showed a woman with an inking on her left arm with Trippier at Cosy Joes in May 2023.She was seen with her legs wrapped around him while he held her bottom.On the pitch, Trippier became a Newcastle fan favourite as manager Eddie Howe’s first signing.His match-winning performances helped drag the Magpies out of the relegation zone and into the Champions League for the first time in 20 years.The star even earned a spot in the 2022/23 PFA Premier League Team Of The Year.But he has since played back-up to Tino Livramento after struggling for form.READ MORE SUN STORIESHis dip in performance ­levels last season seemed to coincide with his off-pitch struggles as the Trippiers apparently battled to keep their family life together.The ex-Spurs ace admitted he had faced a challenging time, and was the first to admit his “standards have dropped” following Newcastle’s 3-1 home loss to Nottingham Forest in December. 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    Gary Speed’s widow finds love again with millionaire property tycoon 2 years after second husband died from brain cancer

    GARY Speed’s widow has found love again with a millionaire property tycoon – two years after her second husband died from brain cancer.Louise, 53, has moved in with Welsh businessman Andrew Dickens – opening a property firm together.Louise, 53, with her new partner Andrew DickensLouise’s childhood sweetheart Gary Speed took his own life in 2011Credit: PA:Press AssociationLouise’s second husband Quinton Bird died just six months after they marriedCredit: FacebookThe happy news comes after Louise’s second husband Quinton Bird died from a brain tumour just six months after they married in 2021.Quinton had helped Louise end years of loneliness after her childhood sweetheart Gary Speed took his own life in 2011.Louise and football star Gary first went out as teenagers in Flintshire, north Wales.Gary played for Leeds, Everton and Newcastle before he was appointed Wales manager in 2011.Read More UK NewsBut later that year Gary, 42, was found dead at the couple’s Cheshire home.Their sons Eddie and Tommy were just 14 and 13 when they lost their father.Louise and Andrew have set up home at his farmhouse near Wrexham in north Wales.The couple have jetted off for a romantic holiday together in the south of France.Most read in FootballAndrew, 45, told the Mail: “Funnily enough we are from the same small village in north Wales.”We only lived a few hundred yards from each other. It was only in recent years that we became good friends.”A relative said: “Louise and Andrew have been together a while now – they make a lovely couple.”Louise has moved in with Andrew two years after losing her second husband Quinton Bird to brain cancer.Quentin died from the aggressive disease only six months after tying the knot with Louise at a Cheshire castle in November 2021.Guests at the wedding in November 2021 included Gary’s former Newcastle teammate Alan Shearer. More

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    Inside Endrick’s surprise wedding to stunning model, 23, after Real Madrid star, 18, revealed wild relationship contract

    ENDRICK has married his model and influencer girlfriend Gabriely Miranda.The Brazilian wonderkid, 18, shared a series of glamorous pictures from the occasion to his social media accounts.Endrick has married model girlfriend Gabriely MirandaCredit: InstagramThe duo shared a series of snaps from their big dayCredit: InstagramEndrick wore a dapper suit with trainers for the eventCredit: InstagramThe pair posed for a series of wedding snapsCredit: InstagramIn the snaps, the Real Madrid starlet can be seen wearing a dapper black suit with no tie, trainers, and an eye-catching watch.He posed with new wife Gabriely, who wore an elegant white dress with pink high-heels.Endrick and Gabriely have tied the knot less than a year after first meeting.Sharing her wedding snaps, the model wrote on Instagram: “Matthew 19:6 So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what GOD has put together no one can separate.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe happy couple are said to have agreed an unusual relationship contract prior to their wedding day.It is said to include a clause dictating that they must say “I love you” in all situations.Bizarrely, it also reportedly contains a rule banning Endrick from having a virtual girlfriend on Grand Theft Auto, a game he is a big fan of.The football superstar is also said to be prohibited from commenting on other girls’ Instagram posts.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWho are these famous footballers?Endrick has a huge fanbase, already boasting more than 13million Instagram followers.Gabriely also has plenty herself, with more than a million followers on the same platform.Brazilian wonderkid Endrick holds up picture of girlfriend after scoring for the U23s v Colombia Endrick agreed a deal to join Real Madrid back in December 2022, when he was just 16-years-old.He initially stayed with Palmeiras in Brazil, before moving over to Europe upon turning 18 in the summer.The forward has so far made four brief cameos for Carlo Ancelotti’s side, as he competes with the likes of Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr and Rodrygo for a place in Real’s star-studded attack.He is one of several teenagers looking to burst onto the scene in the Champions League this season, as outlined by SunSport.Gabriely will be sure to be cheering him on, having attended some of his games during his Palmeiras days.The pair have been very public in their relationship, posting several loved-up snaps together even prior to their wedding.Endrick and Gabriely have posted plenty of snaps together on InstagramCredit: Instagram / endrickGabriely has more than a million followers on the platformCredit: INSTAGRAM @gabrielymiirandaShe has also been to watch his gamesCredit: INSTAGRAM @gabrielymiirandaEndrick and Gabriely have wed less than a year after meetingCredit: InstagramThe Brazilian wonderkid recently scored his first goal for Real MadridCredit: Getty More

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    Glum-faced Newcastle ace Kieran Trippier ditches wedding ring as his marriage crisis deepens after partying with blonde

    GLUM-faced footie ace Kieran Trippier is seen without his wedding ring as his marriage crisis deepens.The Newcastle United and former England full-back, 33, was snapped looking miserable at a train station on Saturday.Glum-faced footie ace Kieran Trippier is seen without his wedding ring as his marriage crisis deepensFrankie Carmichael is a regular in Newcastle’s hotspots and was named online after he was filmed lifting a reveller up in a barSpeculation over his eight-year marriage to Charlotte intensified after the mum of three stayed away from the EurosCredit: GettyTrippier wrapped his arms around the woman before hoisting her aloftCredit: facebook/frankie carmichaelIt comes after we yesterday revealed the party-girl caught up in speculation surrounding his troubled personal life.Frankie Carmichael, 27, is a regular in Newcastle’s hotspots and was named online after he was filmed lifting a reveller up by the bottom inside a packed karaoke bar in May last year.He wrapped his arms around the woman before hoisting her aloft. He and his teammates were celebrating Champions League qualification and ended up in Cosy Joes in the city.Read More on SportTrippier’s wife Charlotte, 35, was in Madrid at the time.Speculation over their eight-year marriage intensified after the mum of three stayed away from the Euros, including the final against Spain.In a message online, she wrote: “Sooner or later you get over the s*** you swore you’d never get over and it’s the best feeling in the world.”Their £3.8million home was put on the market before they took separate summer holidays.Most read in FootballTrippier has retired from international duty and asked for a transfer at Newcastle after losing his place in the team — appearing as a sub in yesterday’s game at Wolves.Kieran Trippier goes viral during Newcastle’s clash at Bournemouth after painful moment is caught on Sky Sports camerasNeither have commented on their relationship but Charlotte has removed her wedding ring.Trippier has retired from international duty and asked for a transfer at Newcastle after losing his place in the teamCredit: AFP More

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    CBS Sports presenter Kate Abdo marries Malik Scott in romantic ceremony as fans ‘send prayers to Thierry Henry’

    KATE ABDO tied the knot with Malik Scott in an intimate wedding ceremony – though fans wanted an urgent update on Thierry Henry.CBS Sports presenter Abdo works alongside Henry, 47, for the broadcaster’s coverage of Champions League nights, which also features Jamie Carragher and Micah Richards.Kate Abdo got married to Malik Scott in a stunning ceremonyCredit: Instagram / @kateabdoBut fans couldn’t help but spare a thought for CBS colleague Thierry HenryCredit: GettyThe quartet have become firm fan favourites over the past two seasons, with their larger-than-life personalities bouncing off of one another to create some iconic viral clips.This included one hilarious clip when Henry was left with his jaw on the floor as a video of Abdo from 2007 came to light.But ahead of the new Champions League season, she swapped the studio for a stunning wedding reception with boxing trainer Scott. Manchester-lass Abdo – who turned 43 on Sunday to make it a dream birthday weekend – was seen in an elegant off-the-shoulder white dress for the occasion, while Scott went for a stylish patterned black suit.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe newlyweds shared pictures of them taking their vows in front of a scenic mountain backdrop.Other pictures showed the couple embracing and sharing a kiss, while another showed Scott, who trains Deontay Wilder, picking up Abdo while they were surrounded by a circle of candles.The final photo showed Scott and Abdo posing in front of a doorway.Fans were quick to congratulate them on the joyous day, though some fans rushed online to spare a thought for Arsenal legend Henry.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSOne fan joked: “Sending thoughts and prayers to Thierry Henry during this rough time (Kate Abdo got married).”A second said: “I’ve just seen Kate Abdo in a wedding dress, someone please check on Thierry Henry.”Thierry Henry left speechless as Kate Abdo destroys Micah Richards with Champions League jibe live on TVA third added: “Keep Uncle Titi in your prayers in these tough times.”Another said: “Someone check on Titi.”A fifth said: “Pray for Titi,” alongside a skull emoji.Abdo’s wedding vows also coincide with a new format for the Champions League group stage.The expanded competition will now see teams compete in a general league phase across the board, rather than simply in eight groups of four with the top two progressing.However, it will be spread over ten game week slots.New Champions League formatEach club will play eight matches in the opening phase – against seeded opposition, in a system designed to ensure that teams play opponents of similar difficulty.The top eight teams in the “final” table will automatically go through to the last 16, where they will be joined by the eight play-off winners of ties between the sides placed ninth to 24th in the table.Despite there being just eight matches in the opening phase, European matches will be spread over 10 midweek slots.The new Champions League format also sees the implication of two additional qualifying spots.They will be awarded to the nations that are top of the “country coefficient” chart each season. More

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    David de Gea’s wife Edurne opens up on long distance relationship as she denies that couple are in crisis

    DAVID DE GEA’S wife has opened up about their long distance marriage as she revealed the couple live in different countries again.Edurne De Gea revealed that the pair are “more in love” than ever and denied any notion of a crisis as she explained their busy work schedules.Edurne Garcia has opened up on her distance relationship with David De GeaThe Spanish beauty hushed rumours of a crisisCredit: SplashSince the former Man Utd keeper moved to Italy to join FiorentinaCredit: GettyThe couple have rarely been able to live together since they met in 2010.The former Old Trafford keeper lived in Greater Manchester between 2010 and 2023, while his partner mostly stayed in Madrid for work commitments.Edurne is a Spanish singer, actress, TV presenter and judge on Spain’s Got Talent since 2015 – after she finished 21st on Eurovision.While the former Premier League star has lived with his wife since his £375,000-per-week contract expired last July, he has since moved to Italy after signing with Fiorentina this summer.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSBut Edurne has shut down any suggestions of a plight in their marriage.She told Spanish news outlet Vanitatis: “We are doing very well, we are very happy and we have not separated and there is no crisis.”I have already said that because every time we do something there is a revolution.”We are happier and more in love than the first day we met. Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”We have been like this for fourteen years. Distance is not a problem, we live our life at a distance because our work has required it”It has happened that his work is outside of Spain and mine is in Madrid.”Inside Angel Gomes’ rise from Man Utd wonderkid to England starEx- Manchester United keeper De Gea, 33, tied the knot with Edurne, 38, in July 2023, the same day he formally left Old Trafford.He turned down a move to Saudi Arabia because it was too far for his family, before signing a one-year deal as a free agent with Fiorentina.De Gea endured a nightmare start to life at Fiorentina after conceding two goals in the opening 12 minutes against Puskas Akademia in their Uefa Conference League first leg play-off.But he produced a man-of-the-match performance and saved a penalty to help nine-man Fiorentina dramatically win the second leg play-off tie via penalties and advance to the main group stage.Fiorentina fans have taken too De Gea since he joined this sumerCredit: GettyThe couple first met in December 2010 during a recording of a Christmas Carol to raise money for children with cancer.Seven months after their first date, David De Gea joined United from Atletico Madrid for £18 million.Garcia continued to live in Spain and made regular visits to Manchester, and briefly lived in the North West for year in 2018.READ MORE SUN STORIESIn 2021 the pair had their first child, a daughter called Yanay.The name origins from the Quechua language and translates into English as My Beloved.The pair met in 2010 and began dating shortly afterCredit: Instagram @edurnityEdurne supported the goalkeeper throughout his 12-year Man Utd careerCredit: Instagram @edurnity More

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    Federico Chiesa’s stunning WAG Lucia Bramani wows in white bikini as she prepares to move to Liverpool

    MODEL Lucia Bramani looks in a different league as she prepares for a new life in England.The Italian, 23, whose new hubby Federico Chiesa has signed for Liverpool from Juventus, posed in a white bikini for Pain-de-Sucre.Lucia Bramani stunned as she modelled a white bikiniCredit: Capture Media AgencyLucia’s husband Federico Chiesa has signed for Liverpool from JuventusCredit: GettyShe tied the knot with the 26-year-old forward last month. Lucia posted on Instagram: “New chapter for you, for me, for us. Always by your side.”Chiesa’s signing means the Premier League will be graced by a Wag already described as the ‘most beautiful girl fans have ever seen’.She is the amazing Lucia Bramani, and SunSport invites you to find out more about the stunner below.Read more on Lucia BramaniOnly last month, Chiesa and Lucia, 23, walked down the aisle in an incredible Tuscany wedding.They said their ‘I do’s’ at the Cathedral of Grosseto in front of friends and family, including Manuel Locatelli’s wife Thessa Lacovich, and Michela Persico, the Wag of Daniele Rugani.After the ceremony, the couple were whisked away in a Ferrari to a party at the Castello di Vicarello.He cut a dapper figure in an elegant dark grey suit, while the bride opted for a simple, elegant dress.Most read in FootballJuventus star Federico Chiesa leaves Turnin on private flight for transfer deal with Liverpool More