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      World’s hottest fan Ivana Knoll ‘does her cardio workout’ with sexy dance in tiny Croatia bikini sending Instagram wild

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      IVANA KNOLL sent her fans wild with a sexy dance to work on her cardio.The World’s hottest football fan also represented her country Croatia once again with the colours on her skimpy bikini.
      Ivana Knoll danced for her followers in a skimpy Croatia bikiniCredit: Instagram @knolldoll
      The influencer joked she was working on her cardioCredit: Instagram @knolldoll
      Ivana shot to fame with her stunning outfits at the World CupCredit: PA
      The former Miss Croatia winner is no stranger to sharing revealing pics onlineCredit: INSTAGRAM
      Ivana has 3.6million followers on InstagramCredit: INSTAGRAM
      The World Cup’s ‘hottest fan’ is continuing to turn heads on InstagramCredit: INSTAGRAM
      Ivana gained huge popularity by wearing red and white chequered outfits at the World Cup in the style of her team.
      And her bikini fitted the same theme as she danced for her fans on Instagram.
      She joked that was her form of cardio exercise as she mesmerised fans with her hip and arm movements.
      Fans were quick to praise the social media sensation, who has 3.6million followers on Instagram.
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      One wrote: “How can someone be this beautiful.”
      Another added: “So gorgeous and sexy 🔥.”
      And a third said: “So beautiful my Queen 😍.”
      Another remarked: “I like your Goddess body.”
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      Ivana’s fame has skyrocketed since she stunned at the World Cup, with the Croatian gaining 2.6m followers in December alone.
      The former Miss Croatia winner recently partied with actor Jamie Foxx in Miami to see in the New Year and regularly wows her followers with stunning snaps on social media. More

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      Lionel Messi unknowingly lifted FAKE World Cup trophy in record Instagram post that beat ‘The Egg’

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      ICONIC pictures of Lionel Messi lifting the World Cup feature a FAKE trophy, it has emerged.The Argentine completed his incredible body of work last month when he won the World Cup in Qatar.
      Angel Di Maria points out that the trophy is a fakeCredit: Getty
      Messi, 35 posed for iconic photosCredit: Rex
      As captain of his country, Messi lifted the famous golden trophy aloft following his side’s thrilling win.
      But just minutes later the real cup was removed from the pitch by Fifa officials, as is customary, unbeknownst to some of the players at the time.
      A fake trophy made its way down to the pitch from fans in the crowd, with players including Messi posing with it for photos thinking it was the real thing.
      The 35-year-old posted a series of snaps of himself with the trophy to Instagram, even though it was a fake.
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      And the post went on to become the most liked in the website’s history, overtaking the egg and gathering nearly 75million likes.
      In another snap, Angel Di Maria can be seen noticing that the trophy is a fake by looking at the bottom of it.
      According to El Pais, Argentina fans Manuel and Paula had the cup made before the tournament, with the sole purpose of trying to get players to sign it.
      Explaining what happened, they said: “The idea was that the players could sign it, but in the end the Cup entered the field of play three times.
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      “The first one was taken by a relative of (Leandro) Paredes, and he signed it.
      “The second time they asked us for it and it was 45 minutes, it went from one player to another, from one family member to another, and they took photos.
      “In the stands they told me ‘you lost the Cup’. We had fun but we wanted him back.
      “There I yelled at a couple of players ‘if you see the Cup that Paredes has, it’s ours’, and in the end Lautaro Martínez brought it, who also signed it.
      “Fifa personnel came there and asked us to confirm that it was not the original.”
      Among those to hold the trophy thinking it was real was Messi’s wife Antonela.
      When Di Maria eventually pointed out to Messi that it was fake, the duo laughed together – showing no signs of irritation.
      Photographer Fernando de la Orden captured many of the snaps – and even went to visit Manuel and Paula once back in Argentina – where the fake trophy resides today.
      During the encounter, Manuel and Paula revealed: “Before the World Cup we contacted people who are dedicated to making cups and it took them six months to make it.
      “It has the weight of the original, it is made with resin and quartz inside and bathed with a gold-like paint.
      “There are some details, marks and reliefs that are not similar, but the difference is minimal.”
      Messi, 35, spent more than a fortnight celebrating his win back in Argentina – hosting parties attended by some of his team-mates.
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      He has now returned to PSG, however, touching down in France yesterday.
      The superstar is unlikely to feature in their Coupe de France clash with third-tier Chateauroux on Friday night, but could return against Ligue 1’s bottom side Angers next Wednesday.
      Manuel and Paula pose with the ‘Trout Cup’ alongside their childrenCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cm7RVf1P3E-/
      Messi kisses the real World CupCredit: Rex More

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      USA manager Gregg Berhalter in World Cup BLACKMAIL plot over kicking his wife in drunken argument in 1991

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      USA manager Gregg Berhalter has revealed he has been embroiled in a BLACKMAIL plot dating back to 1991.Berhalter claimed he was blackmailed during the 2022 Qatar World Cup – and has been forced to go public about kicking his wife in 1991.
      Gregg Berhalter revealed he was embroiled in a blackmail plot dating back to 1991Credit: Reuters
      In a lengthy statement posted on his Twitter profile, the manager revealed a violent incident in 1991 involving his wife Rosalind and admitted to “kicking her in the legs”.
      The post read: “While we obviously would have wanted to advance further in the World Cup, I am very proud of and grateful for all our players, our staff, everyone at US Soccer, and all of the USMNT fans worldwide who supported us.
      “Our performance relied on hard work and extraordinary energy and commitment from those on and off the pitch during the years of preparation.
      “There are so many positive examples of how our squad came together, making so many different types of sacrifices all in pursuit of our group’s shared vision.
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      “I am looking forward to continuing my conversations with US Soccer about the future, but now is the time for me to publicly share some personal information which a third party has used against my family and me.”
      Berhalter continued: “During the World Cup, an individual contacted US Soccer, saying that they had information about me that would “take me down” – an apparent effort to leverage something very personal from long ago to bring about the end of my relationship with US Soccer.
      “This is a difficult step to take, but my wife, Rosalind, and I want to clearly and directly share the truth. This is a story that belongs to us, but hopefully there are lessons from our relationship that can be valuable to others.
      “In the fall of 1991, I met my soulmate. I had just turned 18 and was a freshman in college when I met Rosalind for the first time.
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      “There was a familiar feeling when we spoke. Rosalind was and is an amazing person – determined, empathetic, fun to be around – and we connected immediately.
      “It felt like we had known each other for years. We had been dating for four months when an incident happened between us that would shape the future of our relationship.
      “One night, while out drinking at a local bar, Rosalind and I had a heated argument that continued outside. It became physical and I kicked her in the legs.
      “There are zero excuses for my actions that night; it was a shameful moment and one that I regret to this day.
      “At that time, I immediately apologized to Rosalind, but understandably, she wanted nothing to do with me. I told my parents, family, and friends what happened because I wanted to take full responsibility for my behavior.
      “Rosalind also informed her parents, family, and friends. While the authorities were never involved in this matter, I voluntarily sought out counseling to help learn, grow and improve – one of the most valuable decisions that ever made.
      “To this day, that type of behavior has never been repeated.”
      During the World Cup, an individual contacted US Soccer, saying that they had information about me that would “take me down” – an apparent effort to leverage something very personal from long ago to bring about the end of my relationship with US Soccer.Gregg Berhalter
      The 49-year-old coach, a USA internaional from 1994 and 2006, met Rosalind, also 49, at the University of North Carolina.
      They both played football together and were a couple for six years before getting married in 1999 while now having four children together.
      Berhalter’s post furthered: “I feared that I lost my soulmate and then out of the blue, seven months later I received a call from Rosalind asking if we could speak in person.
      “We met and discussed how we had grown and decided to rebuild our relationship.
      “Rosalind shared that her family supported this decision and by working through what had happened, we both realized that our love, trust, and respect for each other was stronger than the incident that occurred months earlier.
      “Since then, Rosalind and I have lived together in five different countries, three different states and have met and remained friends with many wonderful people from around the world. All of these people have witnessed the strong relationship we have and the loving family we have built together.
      “The lessons learned from that night over three decades ago became the foundation for a loving, devoted, and supportive relationship, which we honored and celebrated with our 25th wedding anniversary this past weekend.
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      “I am sharing this story after 31 years because it’s important to understand it was an event that shaped me, but doesn’t define me.
      “It was a single, isolated event over three decades ago and a terrible decision made in a bad moment by an 18-year-old. Rosalind and I have been on an amazing journey together.
      “We have raised four wonderful children, who are aware of what happened. We are very proud of our marriage, our relationship, the family we have built, and the people we have become.
      “As a team we emphasize accountability, honesty, and growth. Those aren’t just principles we instill within the team; it is how I live my life. The foundation of any good team is using the past as an opportunity to learn and get better.
      “People can make mistakes and learn from them; people can also be forgiven for their mistakes. Thankfully, Rosalind forgave me.
      “The intention of this statement is to provide transparency and to reinforce that a single bad decision made by a teenager does not necessarily define him for the rest of his life. We will not hide from this. We didn’t then, and we won’t now.
      “This is our story. We have fully cooperated with the US Soccer investigation into this matter, and while we would prefer not to speak about something so personal from so long ago in such a public forum, we are embracing this opportunity to share what has shaped us and how much we have grown and learned from this over the past 31 years. Thank you.
      “Rosalind and Gregg Berhalter.”
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      Berhalter took charge of the USA in 2018 after starting his coaching career with LA Galaxy in 2011.
      His contract expired after the winter World Cup and the USA are still evaluating his performance in Qatar before offering a new deal.
      Gregg Berhalter and wife Rosalie during a visit to the Munich ‘Oktoberfest’Credit: Getty More

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      World Cup’s ‘hottest fan’ Ivana Knoll squeezes into tiny pink bikini as she relaxes after taking tournament by storm

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      THE WORLD CUP’S “hottest fan” is continuing to take social media by storm as she shared her latest sexy snaps.Croatia superfan Ivana Knoll has shot to stardom over the last few weeks after catching the eye in Qatar.
      Ivana Knoll raised eyebrows with her World Cup Instagram anticsCredit: INSTAGRAM
      The World Cup’s ‘hottest fan’ is continuing to turn heads on Instagram
      The Croatian’s Instagram followers have blown up since the tournament in QatarCredit: INSTAGRAM
      Ivana Knoll gained 2.6 million followers in December aloneCredit: INSTAGRAM
      The 30-year-old turned heads in the Middle East and her popularity skyrocketed on Instagram.
      In the last 30 days of 2022 the model gained 2.6million followers on Instagram.
      Knoll now has a total of 3.6m followers on the platform.
      And no doubt that they will continue to swell if she keeps posting photos like her latest snap.
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      Knoll squeezed into a tiny pink bikini to go for a dip as she managed to pull off the steamy pose that soon had the likes flooding in.
      The model was partying with Hollywood actor Jamie Foxx in Miami earlier this week.
      The model wowed supporters in Qatar last month with her bold outfit choices which went against their conservative dress codes.
      And she started off the New Year in equally eye-catching fashion as she attended a big party in Miami.
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      Former Miss Croatia winner Knoll kept fans up to date with her night with a series of Instagram posts.
      Before that, she gave followers a treat as she showed off her figure in a black bikini.
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      The star later videoed herself in a small and tight blue outfit as she prepared for a New Year’s bash.
      The busty influencer would have left jaws on the ground with the sizzling snap where she wore black heels and showed off a lot of leg.
      Knoll then arrived at her party and snapped herself with “friend” Foxx. More

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      Lionel Messi ‘lands back in Paris’ as private jet touches down from Argentina hometown after World Cup celebrations

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      LIONEL MESSI has landed back in Paris to report for club duty again after his World Cup celebrations at home in Argentina.A private jet flew overnight from Rosario, Messi’s hometown, to the French capital, landing at 3.15pm on Tuesday.
      Lionel Messi left Rosario last nightCredit: Twitter
      The private jet flew over the Atlantic into ParisCredit: JETPHOTOS
      The plane touched down at the Paris–Le Bourget AirportCredit: JETPHOTOS
      The Messi family are due back at their home in Paris as dad Lionel returns to PSGCredit: INSTAGRAM
      More than 4,700 fans were tracking the aircraft on popular website Flightradar24 as it made its way across the Atlantic.
      Argentine football reporter Roy Nemer also tweeted on Monday night with a picture of Messi and possibly wife Antonela on the tarmac boarding a plane headed for Paris.
      The Gulfstream G-V jet took off from Rosario at 10pm and touched down 13 hours later at the tiny Paris–Le Bourget Airport rather than the main Charles de Gaulle site.
      It is unclear if the vehicle used was Messi’s own £12million private jet complete with two bathrooms, 16 seats that convert into eight beds and even its very own kitchen.
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      Assuming it was the Messis on board, Lionel and Antonela would have been joined by their three sons – Mateo, Ciro and Thiago – to return to their family home.
      The family enjoyed two weeks back in Argentina after winning the World Cup.
      Messi joined in the dramatic team celebrations as thousands of fans turned out in Buenos Aires to welcome back their Qatar 2022 heroes.
      Messi was, of course, the star attraction as he finally got hold of the one trophy that had eluded him in his illustrious career.
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      The captain scored seven goals and was crowned player of the tournament in the Middle East.
      And after the jubilant scenes in his homeland, Messi carried on the private parties for Christmas and New Year with his family and friends.
      But now he is getting back to work with Paris Saint-Germain.
      The Ligue 1 champions beat Strasbourg last Wednesday despite Neymar’s red card in the first match after the World Cup break.
      However, Christophe Galtier’s side were crying out for some Messi magic as they were stunned 3-1 by Lens – but still sit four points clear at the top of the table.
      PSG face third-tier minnows Chateauroux in the Coupe de France on Friday before Angers and Rennes in league action with Messi surely set to make his return in one of those matches.
      But the forward and his team-mates may already have half an eye on their blockbuster Champions League showdown with Bayern Munich on February 14.
      Messi enjoyed some relaxing time off with wife AntonelaCredit: INSTAGRAM
      Messi finally got his hands on the World Cup trophy last monthCredit: Getty More

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      Thousands of fans line streets for Pele’s funeral at Santos as Brazil’s president leads tributes to World Cup legend

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      THOUSANDS of fans lined the streets of Santos for Pele’s funeral.And the new Brazil president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva was among those to pay tribute to the national icon ahead of his burial.
      Pele’s coffin was driven through the streets of Santos before his funeralCredit: AFP
      It was draped with the famous Brazil flagCredit: AP
      Pele’s coffin was placed in the centre of the pitch of the Santos stadiumCredit: Reuters
      Army soldiers carried the coffin out of the groundCredit: AFP
      Pele won three World Cups in 1958, 1962 and 1970Credit: Keith Campbell – The Sun Glasgow
      Brazil’s President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and wife Rosangela attended the wakeCredit: AFP
      He comforted Pele’s wife Marcia Aoki at the stadiumCredit: AFP
      Fans lined the streets to celebrate the life of the Brazil iconCredit: Reuters
      Fans queued overnight to see the coffinCredit: AP
      The fire engine drove past Pele’s mother’s houseCredit: Reuters
      Giant Santos flags were waved as the coffin made its way along the roadsCredit: Reuters
      The three-time World Cup winner passed away last Thursday aged 82 following a battle with cancer.
      His body was placed in an open coffin in the middle of the Vila Belmiro Stadium in the Brazilian city where he played for 18 years with 230,000 mourners filing past after a 2km queue.
      The coffin was carried by ex-Brazil midfielder Ze Roberto as well as Pele’s son Edinho, with floral wreaths sent by Neymar, Vinicius Junior and Real Madrid.
      Edinho was visibly emotional while Pele’s wife Marcia Aoki was comforted by Lula and Fifa president Gianni Infantino also paid his respects.
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      And after 24 hours, it was draped in a Brazil flag guarded by army soldiers this morning for the procession through the city.
      The fire engine drove slowly past the house of his 100-year-old mother before arriving at his final resting place on the ninth floor of the 14-storey ‘vertical cemetery’ with a small ceremony for family members and friends.
      The Memorial Necropole Ecumenica includes crypts, rooms to hold services, a crematorium, and even overlooks Pele’s beloved stadium.
      Brazil also announced three days of national mourning for Pele.
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      But despite the deep sadness at his passing, the public are also celebrating his life with singing, dancing and even fireworks.
      Pele burst on to the global stage in 1958 and helped Brazil win back-to-back World Cups four years later.
      His success in 1970 ensured he became and remains the only person to win three World Cup tournaments as a player.
      At club level, Pele enjoyed 18 sensational years with Santos, the team he made his debut for aged 15.
      Overall, he scored a staggering 1,279 goals in 1,363 games, including friendlies, which is recognised as a Guinness World Record.
      He also managed a remarkable 77 goals in 92 games for the national team – a record equalled by Neymar at the recent World Cup.
      The vertical cemetery overlooks the Vila Belmiro StadiumCredit: AP
      Pele was treated and passed away in hospital in Sao PauloCredit: Refer to Caption
      Pele is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all timeCredit: AP:Associated Press
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      Lisandro Martinez arrives back at Man Utd with World Cup medal allowing club to end Luke Shaw centre-back experiment

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      LISANDRO MARTINEZ has returned to Manchester United following Argentina’s World Cup triumph.The defender, 24, lifted the iconic World Cup trophy last month after Argentina defeated France in an action-packed final.
      Martinez returned to training wearing his World Cup medalCredit: https://twitter.com/ManUtd
      The defender won the World Cup with Argentina last monthCredit: Getty

      Following the historic victory he, along with fellow Premier League stars Emiliano Martinez and Alexis Mac Allister, was given extra time off over the Christmas period.
      He returned to Carrington last week, one day after the Red Devils’ 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest.
      And he rocked up to training wearing his World Cup winners medal.
      Martinez is expected to return to action on Tuesday when United take on Bournemouth.
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      During his pre-match press conference on Monday, Erik ten Hag revealed that he was “optimistic” that the defender will be ready to star.
      He said: “We have to see. Both [Martinez and Scott McTominay, who has been ill] were training yesterday and today, so I am quite optimistic about them returning to the squad, both of them.”
      Martinez will likely replace Luke Shaw, who has been playing out-of-position as a centre-back for the past week.
      Ten Hag also praised Shaw for his “fabulous” performances in defence against Nottingham Forest and Wolves.
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      He added: “We have seen the last two games. I think he did fabulous and was impressing, we know also he is really good as a left full-back but it’s an extra option and [that] is always good for a team.”
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      World Cup’s ‘hottest fan’ Ivana Knoll parties with Jamie Foxx in Miami after squeezing into tiny bikini

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      THE World Cup’s ‘hottest fan’ Ivana Knoll partied with Hollywood actor Jamie Foxx in Miami after squeezing into a tiny dress.The model wowed supporters in Qatar last month with her bold outfit choices which went against Qatar’s conservative dress codes.
      Fans were given a treat as the model showed off her frame in a small black bikiniCredit: INSTAGRAM
      It was a New Year’s party to remember for Ivana Knoll as she partied with film star Jamie FoxxCredit: INSTAGRAM
      Foxx smiles for the camera as he enjoys a lively bash in MiamiCredit: INSTAGRAM
      And she’s started off the New Year in equally eye-catching fashion as she attended a big party in Miami.
      Former Miss Croatia winner Knoll kept fans up to date with her night with a series of Instagram posts.
      Before that, she gave followers a treat as she showed off her figure in a black bikini.
      The star later videoed herself in into a small and tight blue outfit as she prepared for a New Year’s bash.
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      The busty influencer would have left jaws on the ground with the sizzling snap where she wore black heels and showed off a lot of leg.
      Knoll then arrived at her party and snapped herself with “friend” Jamie Foxx.
      Ivana Knoll has 3.6m followers on Instagram
      The Croatian beauty has never been shy about showing off her many outfits
      The actor and singer, who has starred in films such as Django Unchained and Spider Man, can be seen sitting next to the beauty at a lively party.
      He smiles and playfully wags his finger while music plays in the background.
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      Later she dances in front of the camera before again giving viewers a glimpse of Foxx.
      Knoll remains stood next to him when he grabs the mic and starts singing along to the music, and later when he wishes partygoers a happy 2023.
      The Croatian stunner has 3.6m Instagram followers and regularly posts snaps of herself enjoying life.
      She regularly went viral at the World Cup with spectacular and revealing pictures which set pulses racing. More