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Daily Mirror
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Geordie Shore's Kyle Christie marries fiancée in stunning Italian ceremony
Geordie Shore star Kyle Christie and his partner, Vicky Turner, tied the knot in Italy. The couple shared glimpses of the big day with fans on social media Geordie Shore star Kyle Christie has officially tied the knot with wife, Vicky Turner, with his MTV co-stars attending the lavish bash in Italy, minus his ex-girlfriend. The TV personality and his model wife chose Rome as their destination wedding and invited a number of his co-stars to the capital to enjoy the ceremony. They legally got married back home in December. The likes of Nathan Henry, James Tindale, Sophie Kasaei, Chloe Ferry and Jordan Brook were in attendance. Kyle's pals shared multiple glimpses into the special day, with the reality star re-posting many moments onto his Instagram Stories for fans to witness. Kyle rocked a three-piece suit with a cream blazer and vest and black trousers. His new wife looked stunning in a low-cut mesh patterned gown with a simple veil. When they finally said their I do's, rainbow-coloured smoke shot up from behind them as they shared a kiss in front of a stunning floral arch. While walking back down the aisle, the guests threw petals over the happy couple before Kyle stopped to steal another smooch from his bride as the crowd cheered. The couple walked back up the steps of the gorgeous venue where round tables were set up ready for the festivites. A live band clapped and cheered for the couple as they went back inside. For the reception, Vicky changed into a form-fitting glittering backless gown with a low neckline. Kyle switched his cream vest and blazer for black ones. One friend filmed them huddled close together as they sliced the wedding cake while a Coldplay song played in the background. Of course, it wouldn't be a British event without the night ending with more drinks and an impromptu karaoke session, which saw the guests belting out the lyrics to Sweet Caroline. Kyle shared a number of professional shots to his page and his famous friends rushed to the comment section to congratulate the newly weds on their special day. "Oh wow congratulations both of you what a beautiful day!" Charlotte Crosby said and Sophie posting: "What an amazing day thank you for letting us be a part of it you are officially a Pinterest mood board." James commented: "The most perfect wedding to ever exist wow. Thank you for letting me be a part of your special day," and Holly Hagan added: "Congratulations to you both." Jordan, who was in attendance, posted: "What a day! So so happy for you, Congratulations, love you both." Holly, who previously dated Kyle, wasn't at the wedding. A source confirmed she wouldn't be there after rumours started swirling that the big day was being filmed for Geordie Shore. A source told The Sun at the time: "It's not that there is bad blood between them, as the relationship ended a long time ago, but they don't really have much to do with each other out of filming group scenes. "Holly wouldn't be someone Kyle would add to the guest list."
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rock legend fighting incurable disease performs 7 years after retiring
Despite having a debilitating disease, Neil Diamond stunned fans with a surprise performance at a recent show in Los Angeles. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee sang his hit song 'Sweet Caroline' at the Pantages Theater on Saturday, July 12. The theater was showing a production of 'The Neil Diamond Musical: A Beautiful Noise.' 'A moment we'll never forget,' the production wrote in an Instagram video posted Sunday, July 13. The video showed Diamond, 84, singing from his seat in the audience while the crowd sang along and cheered. 'This is a real gift! God bless you, Neil,' an Instagram user wrote on the post. 'Beautiful. Mr. Diamond continues to be a treasure. May he know what he means to so many,' another comment reads. Diamond announced his retirement from performing back in 2018 after he was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease. The 84-year-old was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1984 and into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2011. He also received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018. Diamond is estimated to have sold more than 130 million records across his career. More music content Fan scared by bug sparks stampede after pop icon's concert, hurting 11 Popular rock frontman 'doing great' amid battle with stage 4 cancer Live Wire: Eyrie House Ruins bring 'gothic folk' to Easthampton First Cambridge Porchfest, with live neighborhood concerts, kicks off July 19-20 Coldplay's Chris Martin calls out awkward moment at Gillette Stadium show Read the original article on MassLive. Solve the daily Crossword
South Wales Argus
3 days ago
- Sport
- South Wales Argus
Hampton says she is 'happy at England again' after heroic display
As Smilla Holmberg blazed her decisive penalty over the bar, Hannah Hampton was swarmed by a charge of celebrating England players. A tissue still stuffed up her nose to stem the flow of blood as the first notes of Sweet Caroline rang round the Stadion Letzigrund, this was a career-defining moment. The image of her continuing with a bloodied nose will be remembered just as much as her heroics in the penalty shootout that followed as England progressed to the Euro 2025 semi-finals. England came back from two goals behind to draw 2-2 as Hampton claimed the player of the match accolade after they triumphed 3-2 against Sweden on penalties. 'We said at half-time, 'We don't want to go home,' so we knew it was down to us to turn the game around and that is what we did,' she said. 'We know that whoever is on that pitch from right at the back to up top, they're going to put in 100% for that team. We know that we're going to be fighting for every person on that field whether they make mistake, the next one is there to back them up. 'I'm just glad that we all stuck together. That is one thing we never wanted to do, we never wanted to turn on each other. 'If the outcome was reversed and we were going home, we didn't want to feel like we all got on each other's backs.' It was a togetherness that saw the Lionesses turn around an otherwise underwhelming display inside three minutes as Chloe Kelly's introduction in the 78th minute brought greater threat to the England attack. Goals from Lucy Bronze and Michelle Agyemang brought England back from 2-0 down and the fight could be found all over the pitch. Bronze was seen taping her own quad during extra-time, Lauren James and Leah Williamson both took knocks to their ankle, while Hampton's nose streamed with blood. 'All I remember was that I was going up for that ball and the next thing I know is someone has elbowed me I think,' said Hampton. 'I thought I got away with it at first but as I sat up it just started streaming. But as a few of the girls said, I'm better with one nostril so I think I might have it again the next game. 'It shows that 'proper England' is back. We're going in the right direction, and everyone was putting their bodies on the line out there, literally. 'Everyone is a bit battered and bruised. We'll definitely be taking the next couple of days to recover ready for the next game. 'But you know everyone has got your back out there and tackles were made when they needed to be.' Your reactions to a memorable night ❤️ — Lionesses (@Lionesses) July 18, 2025 Hampton herself has not had the easiest run to the England number one spot. Just this year she has come under immeasurable scrutiny as Mary Earps announced her retirement from international football after Sarina Wiegman had said Hampton was ahead of her in the pecking order. It led fans to suggest Earps was worthier of the jersey than Hampton, with the 24-year-old speaking out before the tournament about the difficulty of dealing with such perceptions. 'It's hard when you see English fans not want you in goal. I've not done anything to make you hate me,' she told ITV Sport. But if she hadn't already convinced fans of her place in the team with pinpoint passing against the Netherlands, the Chelsea 'keeper will have silenced any doubters with her display on Thursday. 'It's been a difficult couple of years in the England environment. All the girls were ecstatic, they've seen all the hard work I've put in and how difficult it has been,' she reflected. 'They've helped me to get to where I am now in being happy to wear an England shirt again. I just want to do whatever I can for the team to get that win. 'I don't care if I have one touch in a game or multiple, I just want to do whatever I can to get what we deserve as a team. 'It was a big team performance today. I'm just happy for the whole group of girls. We didn't want to go home.' Hampton was instrumental in preventing such a fate. Sweden failed to score five of the seven penalties they took, with Hampton saving well from Filippa Angeldahl and Sofia Jakobsson. Her Swedish counterpart Jennifer Falk also produced heroics in the net but when she stepped up to take Sweden's fifth penalty to win the shootout, she sent her spot-kick over the bar. 'I was panicking about the fact we didn't have any data on [Falk] on where she was going to go, so I was like, 'Oh my goodness, this is down to me,'' recalled Hampton. 'But I was a bit surprised. She did unbelievably well in the penalty shootout itself with all the saves she did. I was thinking she might just try to focus on saving them like I did. 'But it's always a high-pressure moment, a penalty shootout, so she had enough bravery to step up for Sweden. 'She's seen as a hero for sure with the amount she saved and how she kept Sweden in it right to the very end.'
Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Lionesses bounce back from being on brink of Euros heartbreak to send fans wild
It was a sensational comeback for the England Women who went from being two goals down to equalising with just 10 minutes left on the clock - and they then beat Sweden on penalties The Lionesses have beaten Sweden in a nail-biting penalty shootout to secure their place in the Euros semi-finals. It was a sensational comeback for the England Women who went from being two goals down to equalising with just 10 minutes left on the clock. The stadium was a cacophony of Sweden's defiant chants competing with the 'c'mon England' war cries from the fans in red white and blue. And as the Lionesses became one step closer to keeping their title 'champions of Europe', the barmy army were arm in arm in the stands as they belted out Sweet Caroline. Paul Thompson, 41, who had driven to Zurich with his son Adrian, 16, from Nottingham, said: "I think we will be singing Sweet Caroline all night and dancing." George Tutty, Eastbourne, said: "Being away from home soil, you wonder if the fans are going to come or not but when you touch down here in Switzerland you can see they're here in force. "I struggle to stay quiet in any match but I think I've lost my voice after that so I'll need some hot honey to get ready for the next game." Eleven minutes before the final whistle, an England heartbreak seemed almost certain when they were still 2-0 down 79 minutes in. But then just 120 seconds later the Lionesses had equalised thanks to two rocket shots from Lucy Bronze and Lioness cub Michelle Agyemang. The 19-year-old who was once a Wembley ball girl is now England's youngest player and cemented in history as a red, white and blue hero. As she fell to her knees and roared with pride, the stadium erupted with every single fan brought to their feet in disbelief. And it was again Bronze, 33, who helped her team romp to victory when she scored the winning penalty, leaving the final score 2-2 (2-3). Claire Wenman, 33, from Bristol, said: "I'm delighted. I'll be dancing and singing into the night and going into the centre with friends to see where the night takes us. I was quite nervous before the match because Sweden are a tight team but now they're out of the way I think we will make it to the final. "The atmosphere tonight has been electric, I feel immensely proud to be English." Shannon Brunskill, 29, Newcastle, said: "I've only missed the France game so far, it was the right game to miss and I feel like I've been a good luck charm after watching them win like that. "I'll be running around the pub doing a Chloe Kelly celebration with my top off and swinging it round my head. I think I'll be in a state tomorrow." Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
The Guardian
6 days ago
- Sport
- The Guardian
England must beware surging Sweden: this will not be an easy quarter-final
England's 4-0 win against Sweden in their Euro 2022 semi-final, with that iconic Alessia Russo backheel and the sound of Sweet Caroline ringing around Bramall Lane, will be etched into many Swedish heads when the two teams meet on Thursday. And England must not underestimate that feeling for the Swedes. It was a humiliating defeat for Peter Gerhardsson's team but they are in a much better place now than three years ago. They have really impressed in this competition so far and they are on a 15-game unbeaten run that has lasted just over a year. There is a danger of England thinking: 'Oh, we've beaten this lot in the last Euros.' As a coach I always worry about a wounded team and I think Sweden are that, and I can say this categorically: Swedish players are the most tactical players I've coached, the most studious players, the most team‑oriented players, and they leave their ego at the door. For those reasons, they're a threat to every team, and they're a big threat to England in this fantastic quarter-final in Zurich. When I look at my own analysis, and I look at individuals, if you take the top 150 players in the world, of the teams in this tournament, Sweden would rank as the seventh best, but they are much stronger as a sum of their parts, as a team. Before their last game against Germany, they were ranked as fourth favourites to win the title, so this is a group that have 'team' at the centre of everything they do. They'll be highly tactical and organised out of possession. Their midfielder Kosovare Asllani has been exceptional and so has Filippa Angeldal. In Nathalie Björn they have a leader at the back who is competent in possession but also really good at running a defensive line. The midfielder Johanna Rytting Kaneryd has been playing well and was particularly impressive against Poland. So I think this is a tougher test for England than it would have been against Germany – not because I don't rate Germany – I think they are wonderful going forward – but I think they're so vulnerable defensively, whereas Sweden are stingy as hell in defence. Don't think: 'Oh, good, we've avoided Germany.' No, this is a game nobody would take lightly. As a coach, England are the better team and they are the favourites but they're playing against a Sweden team with far greater organisation than England faced against Wales or the Netherlands, and the things that have hurt the holders, the physical pace and power of France, are threats that Sweden pose too in transitional moments. Since the last European Championship, Sweden have also brought through the right players and they've found another real player in Smilla Holmberg, the right-back. I think she's got everything to go the whole way. It is Gerhardsson's final tournament with the team but there's a consistency in his setup. He's worked with his strongest eight or nine players for a period of time so there's a real understanding between them, he's calm and consistent in his approach, and I think he will have learned a lot from those failures in 2022. England 4-0 Sweden, 26 July 2022, Sheffield "One of the best goals you will ever see," the former England defender Stephen Warnock said – and few disagreed. Alessia Russo's audacious backheel nutmeg sealed England's third in style, a goal of the tournament winner from the bench. The Euro 2022 semi-final against Sweden played out like a dream: Beth Mead opened the scoring, Lucy Bronze powered in a header, and Fran Kirby's clever lob capped it off. Four goals, four statements. The Lionesses were ruthless. Sweden simply had no reply. England 1-1 Sweden, 5 April 2024, London Sweden looked nothing like the side torn apart at Euro 2022. In a closely contested qualifier, they held firm against an England team dominant in possession but short on chances. Alessia Russo, once again in imperious form, broke through with a striker's dream – a one-on-one calmly slotted home. Both sides grew bolder as the game wore on. A moment's lapse from the Lionesses and Sweden's rising star Rosa Kafaji Roflo punished them with an electric equaliser – well-earned. Sweden 0-0 England, 16 July 2024, Gothenburg It may have ended goalless but England got what they came for. A draw in Gothenburg sealed their place at Euro 2025. "Keeping it to 0-0, qualifying from a very hard group – I'm very relieved," the head coach, Sarina Wiegman, said. The Lionesses impressed early but faded, relying on the goalkeeper Hannah Hampton to keep their clean sheet. Georgia Stanway came closest to scoring with a strike from distance. Sweden, backed by a lively home crowd, failed to capitalise on the buzz. Nasra Abdi He's not a big risk-taker. I could very much see Sweden set up in an organised block but it'll be interesting to see how low they sit. Will they really just absorb pressure and allow England to have the ball? On Saturday, Sweden beat the Germany press and got up against a backline which wasn't the quickest. It is similar with England. Sarina Wiegman's side will be very aggressive with lots of players up high, very aggressive in the counterpress, and if Sweden solve this situation like France did, then I think you're going to see similarly tough moments for England to defend. But it will be interesting to see what Sweden have learned because they play in a really compact 4-4-2 and if you don't get those distances right England will pick you off in the pockets. Especially Lauren James. When she is in the mood she was in against Wales, and she's in 'that place', she's enjoying her football, we all know she's one of the best players in the world. She's been brilliant. Sign up to Moving the Goalposts No topic is too small or too big for us to cover as we deliver a twice-weekly roundup of the wonderful world of women's football after newsletter promotion Also, this is the best place I've ever seen Ella Toone in, for England. She's been hugely impactful for the team. She is exploiting the spaces between the full-backs and the centre-backs, and those runs from deep are really helping England. I think she's playing with the bit between her teeth. She's got a bit of a chip in her performance, and I like that side of Ella Toone. She seems more mature, focused and like someone who obviously has a natural telepathy with Alessia Russo. You can see how much they care for each other as friends, but also how they know each other's game inside out. That's really helpful because maybe Russo is taking up so much attention from defenders and giving a bit more space for Ella. At the opposite end of the pitch, England have to be wary of Stina Blackstenius. She was a nightmare to play against. In fact, when I was the Chelsea manager, we were always grateful when she wasn't in the starting lineup for Arsenal. She makes it that much harder for you as a team to be so high up the pitch, because of her channel runs. She's also improved in the little movements, to stay onside. I always thought she was a player that drifted offside a lot but I think she's brought a lot of what we call double movements into her game – ie, lots of running across a line onside – and she's got better at holding those runs to stay onside. And she's been clinical. I think she's at her best level yet. I always rated her decisiveness and being clinical – she's got everything in her locker. She's good if you've got balls coming into the box, she's good at running in behind and she now looks a more complete player. Whoever wins this quarter-final will be the favourites for their semi‑final and should be expected to make the final, but football isn't that straightforward. What is important to say is that the quality of the quarter-finalists compared with Euro 2022 is so much higher. Italy's performance against Spain in the group stage showed that finally years of work on their domestic league is bearing fruit. And France, phwoar, it'll take a lot to beat France. I can't wait to watch them against Germany and the other match-ups.
