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ANTONIO RUDIGER sent social media abuzz with his bizarre running during Germany’s clash with Japan. The Real Madrid star was in action for his country as they kicked off their 2022 World Cup campaign in Qatar. 3 Antonio Rudiger bizarrely ran towards the touchline 3 Fans noticed the Germany star’s strange running technique And it was an incident in the 64th minute that really got people talking. Trailing 1-0, Japan desperately sought to get back in the game. Manager Hajime Moriyasu threw on former Arsenal forward Takuma Asano in the second half as he chased an equaliser. Asano chased a long hopeful ball down the channel, but was marshalled by Rudiger. Rather than conventionally shepherding the ball out of play,Continue Reading

FOOTBALL fans have brutally trolled Lionel Messi after his Argentina side were stunned 2-1 by Saudi Arabia. Am embarrassing defeat was not in the script for Messi, 35, who has admitted this is his last ever World Cup. 2 Lionel Messi’s Argentina were beaten 2-1 by Saudi ArabiaCredit: Getty After giving Argentina the lead from the spot, Messi saw his side have THREE first-half goals disallowed for offside. They were made to pay for it by Saudi Arabia, who are ranked 51st in the world. Two goals in five minutes saw Messi and Co throw away their lead and suffer a shock 2-1 defeat in their first group outing. And fans were quick to ridicule Messi after the game forContinue Reading

THE pressure of representing their country at the World Cup can take a huge toll on players. But a sex and relationship expert reckons she knows exactly how Gareth Southgate can revitalise his team after matches. 9 Natalia believes players like Eric Dier should be able to let off some steam with fiancee Anna Modler after matches 9 Natalia Kobylkina believes the England squad should be able to have sex after matches – but not the day beforeCredit: Supplied Sexologist Natalia Kobylkina is urging the England manager to let his players go into sex-tra time with their wives and girlfriends – but ban romps the day before a game. She tells The Sun: “If they win and perform well theyContinue Reading

ENGLAND fans were reportedly allowed in for FREE for the Iran match after a Fifa ticketing app error. Supporters faced a ticketing nightmare after the Fifa app CRASHED this morning. 2 England fans celebrate in the Khalifa International StadiumCredit: PA Many fans claim that their tickets DISAPPEARED from their phones. It caused several to miss the start of kick-off but eventually they filtered through and filled up the Khalifa International Stadium. But amid the chaos, fans were even allowed in without even having a ticket, with no checks taking place. One supporter told The Mirror: “They have just let everyone through. “There was a f*** up with the app and many people were stopped but they have now just opened theContinue Reading

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SCOTLAND face a huge test today as they take on New Zealand in their latest Autumn Internationals test. The All Blacks are fresh off their thumping of Wales last week and will be licking their lips as they visit Murrayfield. Start time: 2.15pm BST TV/Live stream: Amazon Prime Video Scotland XI: To follow New Zealand XI: To follow JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET A FREE £10 BONUS WITH 100s OF GAMES TO PLAY AND NO DEPOSIT REQUIRED (Ts&Cs apply) Follow ALL the action with our live blog below… 1 New Zealand defeated Wales in the latest autumn international clashCredit: Getty When is Scotland vs New Zealand? Wales vs Argentina takes place on Sunday, November 13. The match will start from 1:15pmContinue Reading

Beth Mead says comments attributed to her on the subject of diversity in the Lionesses team are not a “true reflection” of her beliefs. The England forward was responding to criticism after being quoted as saying the lack of diversity in the squad “was a coincidence”. 2 Beth Mead responded to criticism of comments made on the topic of diversity within the Lionesses squadCredit: AP Mead’s remarks appeared in a Guardian article published before England’s 4-0 trouncing of Japan, their fourth defeat of a World Cup-winning side this year. Among the Lioness aces who made appearances in the game were three mixed-raced stars: Ebony Salmon, Lauren James and Nikita Parris. Following the win, Mead, who started for Sarina Wiegman’s side,Continue Reading

CRISTIANO RONALDO is in danger of becoming an “unwelcome distraction” at Manchester United, according to Wayne Rooney. The Portuguese star, currently suffering a bout of illness, raised eyebrows last week when he was named captain for the 3-1 defeat at Aston Villa. 4 Wayne Rooney has slammed Cristiano Ronaldo’s ‘unacceptable’ behaviour 4 The legend refused to go on as sub against Tottenham after failing to seal a move awayCredit: Rex That was despite his recent row with boss Erik ten Hag after his walkout against Tottenham and his much-publicised failure to secure a summer exit. Now Ronaldo’s former United team-mate, the club’s all-time top scorer and currently manager of DC United, believes the 37-year-old’s behaviour has been unacceptable this term.Continue Reading

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ANTHONY JOSHUA will be trained by boxing legend Roy Jones Jr as he tries to get back to the top of the sport. The Brit is reeling after back-to-back defeats against Oleksandr Usyk that saw him lose his WBA, WBO and IBF heavyweight titles. 3 Anthony Joshua is set to link up with Roy Jones JrCredit: Getty 3 Jones Jr is also training Chris Eubank JrCredit: PA AJ split with long-time coach and friend Robert McCracken for the Usyk rematch – but linking up with Robert Garcia made little difference. Speaking to talkSPORT, Jones Jr confirmed he will spend some time training the deposed champ. The 53-year-old said “He’s not [looking to tie himself down], he’s not. “He’s come to talkContinue Reading