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      Croatia star Josko Gvardiol arrives for World Cup celebrations in banged out old Fiat Punto and fans are LOVING it

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      CROATIA defender Josko Gvardiol turned up to his local World Cup celebrations in an old Fiat Punto.The 20-year-old RB Leipzig centre-back had a sensational tournament as the 2018 runners-up enjoyed another superb journey to the semi-finals before being beaten by Argentina.
      Josko Gvardiol was one of the standout performers in QatarCredit: Getty
      Gvardiol arrived for the World Cup celebrations in an old Fiat PuntoCredit: u_ludi_antisa
      Zlatko Dalic’s side then finished their Qatar campaign with a 2-1 win over Morocco to clinch the bronze medal.
      Upon his return to Croatia, Gvardiol quickly headed to his father’s native village on the Dalmatian coast to celebrate their run to the last four.
      And fans were loving the fact that he rocked up in a tiny Fiat Punto.
      Reacting on social media, one person said: “I’m liking this guy more and more.”
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      Another added: “I have the same car as Gvardiol!”
      A third said: “My dad has had that same car for 18 years. And he is also still waiting for it to move.”
      And a fourth responded: “Is Josko the new favourite humble boy?”
      Gvardiol, who played every minute of Croatia’s World Cup, made most people’s teams of the tournament following his superb displays.
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      And his step up to the biggest stage has subsequently seen him linked with the likes of Manchester City, Chelsea, Tottenham and Manchester United.
      Gvardiol was recently quizzed on the speculation surrounding his future and told The Athletic: “My agent is taking care of this and we will see.
      “Right now, I’m happy in Leipzig. I don’t know, we will see – you never know.

      “You know the stories and these things, but all I can say is that I’m happy in Leipzig and right now I’m going to stay there and perform for them.”
      Gvardiol only signed a new deal with the Bundesliga side three months ago to keep him under contact until 2027. More

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      Lewis Hamilton slams racist trolls who targeted France’s World Cup stars after heartbreaking final loss to Argentina

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      SIR LEWIS HAMILTON has slammed the internet trolls who targeted members of the French national team with sickening racist abuse after the World Cup final.France suffered a devastating World Cup final defeat to Argentina on Sunday.
      Some France stars including Kolo Muani and Tchouameni were subjected to racist abuseCredit: Rex
      Hamilton has slammed the racist trollsCredit: Getty
      Hamilton spoke out on social mediaCredit: @lewishamilton
      With the score tied at 3-3 after extra time, the match was decided on penalties and Argentina eventually lifted the trophy after winning the shootout 4-2.
      However, after the game some members of the French national team – including Aurelien Tchouameni, Randal Kolo Muani and Kingsley Coman – received vile racist abuse from social media trolls.
      Tchouameni has since limited the comments on his Instagram, while Kolo Muani has turned them off completely.
      Formula One superstar Hamilton has criticised the racist trolls in a passionate statement on social media.
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      In an Instagram story post, he wrote: “Disgusted but not surprised. @Aurelientchm and @R_kolomuani gave it everything.
      “They’re heroes to so many and deserve nothing but respect.”
      Hamilton also spoke out about the horrific racist abuse suffered by England stars Marcus Rashford, Bukayo Saka and Jadon Sancho after last summer’s Euro 2020 final defeat to Italy.
      In an Instagram post last July, he wrote: “We saw the racial abuse online of the football players, which was devastating to see.
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      “It shows that the nation still has a long, long way to go. In my personal opinion it stems from education.
      “We also need more support from social media platforms. We had that blackout earlier in the year but it is not enough.
      “We need to stop that abuse that happens online. And this commission highlights one of the areas we can improve and I hope it starts a ripple effect of more change going forwards.”
      He also wrote: “This sort of ignorance has to be stopped. Tolerance and respect for players of colour should not be conditional. Our humanity should not be conditional.
      “Please call out those you see posting hatred online. Challenge them to see the humanity in everyone regardless of their colour.
      “Super proud of how far the England team were able to go. Super proud of Bukayo Saka, Jadon Sancho, Marcus Rashford and the entire team.” More

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      Topless Argentina fan says she’s fled to Europe as she posts new Insta updates after cheeky Qatar World Cup stunt

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      THE Argentina fan who risked jail by going topless at the World Cup final has revealed she has safely fled to Europe.Noemi Gomez sparked fears for her safety after she was spotted on live TV stripping off to celebrate Argentina’s dramatic penalty shootout win over France.
      Noemi Gomez posted a cheeky update as she assured fans she is safeCredit: Instagram
      Noe, left, and her pal Milu stripped off after the World Cup finalCredit: Instagram – @ noe.dreams1
      The two women risked jail by going topless in strict QatarCredit: Instagram – @ noe.dreams1
      Noe and her pal Milu Barbiie – who also flashed her bare boobs – were reportedly escorted from the stadium.
      Their antics broke strict laws in Qatar and there were fears they had both been thrown in jail.
      However it emerged both women were able to board planes to leave the Gulf state.
      Noe assured fans she was safe as she posted updates on Instagram last night.
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      She said: “I managed to escape Qatar and find refuge in the European Union.”
      Her latest post shows her poolside in a thong bikini with the cheeky caption “Hola campeones” – hello champions.
      It is not clear which country she is in, but her pal Milu filmed herself walking in Madrid yesterday.
      Noe appears to be revelling in her newfound fame and has renamed herself “La chica del topless” on social media – The Topless Girl.
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      She and Milu each has more than 100,000 followers thanks to their Cup final stunt.
      Millions watching around the world saw them flashing their chests as fans celebrated the winning penalty on Sunday night.
      Noe also shared more topless clips from celebrations inside the Lusail stadium.
      The two women are seen facing the cheering crowds and celebrating with their tops off.
      And another clip showed her and her pal whipping their tops off outside in the street while having a photo with grinning fans.
      In another video, Noe and her pal can be seen getting ready before the game.
      Two men can be seen painting the blue and white Argentina flag over their nipples.
      Noe revealed they had agreed to go topless if Argentina won and “had to keep our promise” despite the risk of jail.
      She said they were not arrested by authorities in Qatar – even after flashing fans outside the stadium.
      Noe later posted a photo of her boarding a plane – and wrote: “Start the ship at once before they come pick me up.”
      In another post commenting on the World Cup, she wrote: “Finished the best trip of my life.”
      Glam footie fans risk being slapped with huge fines – or even put behind bars if they flash too much flesh in Qatar.

      Non-Qatari women don’t need to wear the abaya – the long, black robe-like dress worn by women in parts of the Muslim world.
      But they must cover their their midriff and shoulders, and skirts, dresses and trousers must cover the knees.
      Women travelling in to the Arab nation are also banned from wearing any tight clothing, or flashing any cleavage.
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      Fotball Wags were advised to wear a scarf to help cover their busts.
      The World Cup’s “hottest fan”, former Miss Croatia Ivana Knoll, previously flouted strict rules as she appeared at games in skimpy outfits.
      The pair even flashed fans outside the stadiumCredit: Instagram – @ noe.dreams1
      Noe, right, and her pal posed with the Argentina flag painted over their nipplesCredit: Instagram – @ noe.dreams1
      Noe showed off the work in progress on her topless paint job before the gameCredit: Instagram – @ noe.dreams1
      Noe posted a picture of her and her friend Milu on her Instagram after the gameCredit: Instagram – @noe.dreams1
      Fears were growing over Noe’s safety after she was filmed flashing fansCredit: Canalpais
      Noe and Milu were spotted on TV during the finalCredit: BBC More

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      Pele, 82, ‘will spend Christmas in hospital’ after his cancer worsens as daughter asks fans to ‘pray’ for legend

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      PELE will spend Christmas in hospital as his cancer worsens, according to reports.His daughter pleaded for fans to pray for the three-time World Cup winner’s health during this troubling time.
      Pele is currently receiving treatment at a hospital in Sao PauloCredit: Refer to Caption
      The Brazilian football legend, 82, has been suffering with colon cancer since September 2021.
      He was readmitted into hospital in November for treatment on a respiratory infection aggravated by Covid-19.
      And an update from the Albert Einstein Hospital in Sao Paulo on Wednesday evening confirmed the icon is still under the watchful eye of nurses and doctors.
      Now, as reported by Sky News, he is not expected to be released before Christmas Day on Sunday.
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      The latest statement from medics said: “Admitted since November 29 for a reassessment of chemotherapy therapy for colon tumour and treatment of a respiratory infection, Edson Arantes do Nascimento [Pele] presents progression of the oncological disease and requires greater care related to renal and cardiac dysfunctions.
      “The patient remains hospitalised in a common room, under the necessary care of the medical team.”
      Pele’s daughter begged fans to rally round the all-time great.
      Kely Nascimento wrote on Instagram: “Your love for him, your stories and your prayers are a HUGE comfort because we know we are not alone.
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      “Let’s turn this room into a Sambadrome (just kidding), let’s even make caipirinhas (not kidding!!).”
      There was widespread support for Pele on display during the World Cup with Brazil’s players and fans revealing banners and images of their greatest star.
      And despite being in hospital the legendary striker revealed he was “rooting” for the Samba Boys before their last-16 clash against South Korea.
      In an earlier social media post, Pele added: “My friends, I want to keep everyone calm and positive.
      “I’m strong, with a lot of hope and I follow my treatment as usual.
      “I want to thank the entire medical and nursing team for all the care I have received.
      “I have a lot of faith in God and every message of love I receive from you all over the world keeps me full of energy. And watch Brazil in the World Cup too!
      “Thank you so much for everything.”
      Pele won his record three World Cups in 1958, 1962 and 1970Credit: Getty More

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      Emiliano Martinez branded ‘biggest son of a b**** in football’ by former France star and Pamela Anderson’s ex Adil Rami

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      ADIL RAMI has slammed Argentina’s World Cup-winning goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez after he taunted Kylian Mbappe.Martinez has openly mocked the France star, having held a minute’s silence for the “dead” Mbappe during the team’s celebrations in the changing rooms after the World Cup final.
      Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has been slammed by former France international Adil RamiCredit: Getty
      The defender has called Martinez ‘the most hated man’Credit: Getty – Contributor
      Martinez taunted Kylian Mbappe by holding baby doll with his face during Argentina’s open top bus celebrationsCredit: @ESPNFC
      The goalkeeper also mocked the attacker by clutching a baby doll with his face on it during the bus parade in Buenos Aires.
      The Aston Villa goalkeeper was also criticised for his antics during the penalty shootout in the final and labelled a “s***house”.
      But former World Cup winner and France defender Rami has had enough of Martinez as he took to social media.
      He said on an Instagram story: “The biggest son of a bitch in football.
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      “The most hated man.”
      The current Troyes player then suggested that Martinez should not have won the Golden Glove award.
      Rami, who is the ex-fiance of Pamela Anderson, instead believes the best goalkeeper at the World Cup was Morocco’s Yassine Bounou.
      In his last post, he insisted that Mbappe has left his opponents “traumatised” with his performances.
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      The PSG star put the ball past Martinez four times in the final.
      Mbappe scored a hat-trick in the game before converting from the spot in the shootout.
      Overall, the Frenchman took three penalties against the Argentine in the game, coming out on top each time.
      Mbappe fired past Martinez four times during the World Cup finalCredit: EPA More

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      How lucky ribbon tied around Lionel Messi’s leg given to him by emotional reporter inspired Argentina to win World Cup

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      LIONEL MESSI wore a lucky ribbon as he helped inspire Argentina to a third World Cup win.The superstar was given a red ribbon by a reporter following Argentina’s 1-1 draw with Iceland at the 2018 World Cup.

      Lionel Messi was given a good luck ribbon in 2018
      Eagle-eyed fans spotted Messi wearing the ribbon as he won the World Cup
      Messi wore the ribbon above his trusty left foot
      The journalist explained that his mother gave him the ribbon, which he carried for good luck.
      Messi wore the ribbon for the next group game against Nigeria, a 2-1 win, much to the delight of the reporter who pointed to the sky and became emotional at the gesture.
      Now eagle-eyed fans have spotted the ribbon on Messi’s left ankle as he celebrated winning the Qatar World Cup.
      A photo shows Messi posing with the World Cup trophy alongside Enzo Fernandez with the ribbon sitting above his foot.
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      The means the PSG star has likely worn the ribbon for the past four-and-a-half years.
      And in that time Messi has not only won the World Cup with Argentina, but also the 2021 Copa America.
      Several fans had an emotional reaction to Messi accepting the reporter’s request.
      One said: “Brought a tear to my eye. How someone can be both humble and great in equal measures Is truly beautiful 🥲.”
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      Another added: “There isn’t anyone like him in any sporting arena… simply the best! 👌
      And a third said: “That’s how my goat is not a footballer … He is also a nice and humble person.” More

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      Watch as Maradona mocks Salt Bae’s trademark ‘sprinkle’ in chef’s face in cringy throwback video after Messi snub

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      THIS is the moment Diego Maradona mocked Salt Bae’s sprinkling gimmick right in front of him.The cringy throwback video has resurfaced after the celebrity chef was slammed for pestering Lionel Messi in an embarrassing display following Argentina’s World Cup win.
      The throwback clips shows Maradona doing Salt Bae’s sprinkling gimmickCredit: YouTube
      The celeb chef has been slammed for pestering Messi after Argentina’s World Cup winCredit: instagram
      The Turkish cook and Instagram star – real name Nusret Gökçe – was filmed grabbing the Argentinian captain by the shoulder at least twice.
      Messi tried to shrug him off before finally agreeing to pose for an awkward picture.
      The fame-hungry chef was shot down by his own fans for his desperate attempts to get close to the footballing star.
      Now footage has reemerged of Salt Bae being ridiculed by Argentinian legend Maradona at one of his restaurants in 2018.
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      The clip shows the cook serving Maradona, who died in 2020, steak before the icon picks up a pinch of salt and does the chef’s trademark “sprinkle” while grinning.
      It comes after Salt Bae shared an old video of him hugging Messi after being trolled over the footballer’s snub.
      The Turkish cook and Instagram star – real name Nusret Gökçe – hit back with a new post to his 50million Instagram followers.
      France ace Paul Pogba was also there and the chef made sure he got in between them for a photo.
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      Gökçe’s throwback video shows him shaking Messi’s hand and giving him a bear hug, then talking animatedly while wagging his finger at the Barcelona forward.
      His self-promoting video was captioned simply: “The champion”.
      Followers said it was “cringe” and accused him of a desperate attempt to prove he is pals with Messi after getting the cold shoulder days earlier.
      One said: “This is embarrassing.”
      Another said: “He wanna prove that he wasn’t ghosted by Messi.”
      As well as badgering Messi, he was filmed muscling in on the Argentina squad’s celebrations and snatching the trophy from one winner’s baby.
      Gökçe also pretended to do his trademark salt-sprinkling trick over the £17million gold trophy as irritated players stood by.
      And boastful pics on his Insta page showed his kissing the trophy and holding it aloft like a champion.
      The disgraceful spectacle reportedly broke Fifa’s rules, which say only former winners and heads of state can handle it.
      BBC host Gary Lineker shared footage of his attention-seeking antics, saying: “He’s such a pest.”
      And former FA chairman Greg Dyke said: “I don’t think Fifa and Infantino have come out of this very well.”
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      Fifa has reportedly refused to say if Salt Bae was granted access to the pitch.
      It did not respond to The Sun Online’s request for comment.
      Salt Bae has been panned by his own fansCredit: instagram More

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      World Cup’s ‘hottest fan’ Ivana Knoll in tears as she leaves Qatar after becoming huge Instagram sensation

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      IVANA KNOLL who rose to fame as the World Cup’s “hottest fan” was in tears as she left Qatar.The Croatian super fan was seen at all of their games during the tournament.
      Ivana Knoll cried while leaving QatarCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
      Knoll was at the World Cup supporting CroatiaCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
      Knoll received a lot of attention for her outfits while supporting CroatiaCredit: Getty
      She often wore revealing outfits despite Qatar’s modesty lawsCredit: Alamy
      In a video uploaded to her Instagram story, while she was at the International airport in Doha, she was wearing a Croatia shirt and looked visibly upset.
      Ivana accompanied the video with the message: “Leaving Doha is so hard for me.
      “Mixed with happiness, sadness, and confusion all together, will miss this place so much”.
      Ivana caught the attention of the world with her unique way of showing her love for nation’s side.
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      And many of her fans praised her for her achievements during the World Cup.
      One wrote: “You came to Qatar as a model and left an international Super Star”.
      A second commented: “Thank you Ivana for representing our beautiful country with love and proud”.
      A third added: “You are the best Croatian woman I’ve ever seen”.
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      However, she did not get to see her team in the final as they were knocked out by eventual winners Argentina.
      Despite Qatar’s modesty rules, she wore bras, chequered dresses and tight leggings to stadiums, leaving little for her fans to imagine.
      As Croatia’s biggest fan, she has never feared the local police claiming her dress sense does not hurt anyone.
      She has seen her social media following increase by millions during the World Cup, she now boasts 3.4million followers on Instagram.
      The red and white costumes became popular with the paparazzi and other supporters as she posed for selfies with them.
      She has argued that her outfits were not hurting anyone in themCredit: Alamy
      Knoll’s social media following has massively increased after her appearances at the tournamentCredit: Getty
      She now has 3.4million followers on InstagramCredit: Getty More