Tyson Fury not training for Anthony Joshua fight and 'drinking 12 pints a day'

Falkirk bus builder Alexander Dennis has been award a £62 million contract to build 137 zero emission buses, as part of the first phase of the Zero Emission Bus Challenge Fund.

A Lanarkshire nurse is fronting a poignant stand against those who direct any form of abuse to health and social care professionals.

Beloved Rangers hero Brian Laudrup fears his former team's transfer business in January is having a sizeable impact on their stuttering title bid.

Franz Ferdinand have cancelled their upcoming shows in Russia following the country’s invasion of Ukraine last week.The Scottish band have become the latest act to axe their planned Russian gigs in the wake of the widely condemned Vladimir Putin-ordered military assault, with Yungblud, Green Day and the Russian rapper Oxxxymiron also scrapping shows in recent days.After speaking out in support of the “open and welcoming” people of Kyiv last week, Franz Ferdinand have confirmed this morning (March 1) that their scheduled gigs in St Petersburg and Moscow on June 29 and July 1 will no longer take place.The band said in a statement that “the only reason for this is the invasion of Ukraine by the Russian state”.“We love Russia. This great country has inspired our band through its art and literature and since we first played there 17 years ago, we have built a rich and deep relationship with our Russian fans,” the band said.“Since Thursday morning [February 24], we have spoken to many of our friends in Russia via social media and have encountered unanimous opposition to this violence and solidarity with our Ukrainian friends.

Anthony Joshua has opened up the possibility of a second domestic dust-up against Dillian Whyte, with a rematch against Oleksandr Usyk currently hanging in the balance.The 32-year-old is due to face Usyk for a second time later this year after losing his WBA, WBO, IBF and IBO belts via a unanimous points decision at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium last September. However, that appears to have been throw into doubt after it emerged Usyk, who is Ukrainian, had enlisted with the Kyiv Territorial Defence in a bid to defend his country against Russia.

Arsenal have earned a reputation for releasing top-of-the-line merchandise since the club agreed a deal with Adidas. But their latest reported collaboration has left fans unimpressed with the final product after images were leaked online.The Gunners announced their lucrative £300million kit deal with the German sportswear giant in 2018 after leaving Puma, with the agreement set to run until the end of the 2023-24 season.The north London outfit have released some eye-catching kit and clothing since linking up with Adidas, although their collaboration with Transport for London proved to be a huge flop with fans.And now, the club have reportedly teamed up with fashion guru Stella McCartney to bring out a new collection which includes t-shirts, hoodies, leggings and trainers.McCartney has worked closely with the sportswear giant since 2004 on a range of collections, including working with Paul Pogba for a special edition of Predator boots last year.This is the first time that the fashion brand has worked directly with a football team to design actual teamwear.

Chelsea supporter tagged Popworld Liverpool while trying to insult Virgil van Dijk - and got a memorable response from the baffled nightclub admin.Popworld shared an image of the Dutchman with a corner flag but with the nightclub's logo photoshopped on.A Blues fan then took to Twitter following his side's Carabao Cup final defeat to Jurgen Klopp's men on penalties, a game in which Van Dijk was named man of the match.It's fair to say the loyal Chelsea supporter did not agree with that assessment, saying that the Netherlands skipper allowed his side several golden chances to score.But Popworld's response got more than 36,000 likes on the social media platform - causing the aggrieved Chelsea fan to delete his initial message.In a now deleted tweet, the Twitter user wrote while tagging Popworld: "You conceded about 100 chances to a bang average Chelsea attack, you only got motm because you're the media's golden boy."You're not a patch on 37 year old Thiago Silva now get back in your box."Popworld Liverpool replied: "We’re a nightclub mate."Was Virgil van Dijk the star performer at Wembley? Give us your thoughts in the comments sectionHaving officially being named as the Carabao Cup Final 2022 Man of the Match, Van Dijk became the latest player to pick up the Alan Hardaker Trophy.He follows Steve McManaman, Robbie Fowler, Jerzy Dudek and Stewart Downing in picking up the award as a Liverpool player, having helped keep Chelsea at bay for 120 minutes.The Alan Hardaker Trophy is named after a former EFL secretary who oversaw the launch of the cup in 1960 having conceived the idea.Van Dijk said after scoring his penalty in the 11-10 success from the spot: "Very special.

Liverpool and West Ham defender Rigobert Song is set to be named as the new Cameroon national team manager, under the orders of the country’s president Paul Biya.Sports minister Narcisse Mouelle Kombi confirmed on Monday that Biya wanted manager Toni Conceicao replaced by Song.Kombi released a statement saying: “On very high instructions from the President of the Republic, the coach of the men's national football team, Mr Antonio Conceicao, has been replaced by Rigobert Song.“The Cameroonian Football Federation (Fecafoot) is invited to take the necessary measures for a rapid and harmonious implementation of these very high directives."Fecafoot have also confirmed that Conceicao had seen his contract terminated.Their statement read: “This is an opportunity to thank all his staff for the work done without our national selection. The upcoming deadline for our national team requires new orientations and a new breath.

Twitter an article that showed new photos of her smiling and “putting a brave face”.Fans appeared delighted to see the singer doing well as they commented on the pictures.Linda was hailed as “an inspiration” to other people facing adversities.LoveforLindax said: “She looks so good though it’s so nice to see her smiling and enjoying herself.”HelenRe38536426 added: “@LindaNolan_ is an inspiration to everyone but i do not doubt for one minute how vulnerable she feels in the face of her diagnosis BUT how she feels with it and how she battles and presents herself with it is amazing and helps everyone with cancer. Go Linda! X”PaulaDefriez typed: “Linda is an inspiration in my battle against incurable cancer.”PAK1 wrote: “Linda you look beautiful!“You are an inspiration to everyone.“Even people not suffering from cancer but anyone who is ill or is feeling down or depressed! God bless you all!”Redfernjess1 chimed in: “You're so brave Lin my beautiful.“Smiling through it all you've done marvellously well xxxxxxxxxxx”Linda has recently supported a fellow celebrity who was also diagnosed with stage three ovarian cancer.She reached out to comedian Janey Godley, 61, after she was told in November last year about her diagnosis.Janey had uploaded a picture to Twitter showing her getting her hair cut by her husband.Linda replied to the post, saying: “He did an amazing job and so are you…“Took me a few G&T’s before I could go through with the cut!”Linda said in August last year that the hair loss she suffered after receiving cancer treatment had left her “traumatised”.She explained during an appearance on BBC Breakfast: “I’ve got certain side effects from the chemo.

The Daily Star's FREE newsletter is spectacular! Sign up today for the best stories straight to your inboxLawrence Okolie has ruled out ever facing his manager Anthony Joshua in the ring – because his mum would never let him.The Hackney cruiserweight bids for world title glory when he takes on Krzysztof Glowacki for the vacant WBO title tonight.Okolie, 28, has plans to become undisputed champion at 14st 4lb before moving up to the glamour division of the sport.That could lead to an awkward situation if his manager Joshua is still reigning as a heavyweight king.But mum Elizabeth won't ever allow it to happen having seen how Joshua inspired Okolie to go from McDonald's worker in 2012 to a Rio Olympian four years later and possibly a world

The Daily Star's FREE newsletter is spectacular! Sign up today for the best stories straight to your inboxThis week news was released of Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua signing contracts to fight this year.As delighted as I was that Queensberry, along with the other parties involved, had all signed off on the contract, it was disappointing the way the public were made aware.But it's out there now and the reality is, we are a step closer to the undisputed heavyweight title fight happening.Now we all have a limited time window to deliver a venue for what is going to be the biggest fight in British boxing history.There are plenty interested but it is about making sure we get the right deal for all involved.We still have a way to go but we are

The Daily Star's FREE newsletter is spectacular! Sign up today for the best stories straight to your inboxEddie Hearn has revealed a mystery Far East businessman has bid to stage the undisputed heavyweight title clash between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury.The unnamed billionaire has swooped to take the fight from under the nose of Saudi Arabia.Hearn refused to name the shock bidder or the country he hails from but the cash-rich businessman wants to make the bout a mega event in his homeland.The Matchroom chief said: “I had an approach on Wednesday, not from the Middle East, but it was the most bizarre approach.“It was from a very wealthy individual and he wants to do something very special.“This one was just well out there.

Tyson Fury’s trainer has told what Anthony Joshua to expect when they finally meet in the ring - and even tried to offer him a few coaching tips.SugarHill Steward, who took over the role with Tyson following his split with Ben Davison before his rematch win over Deontay Wilder, has spoken out following reports that a deal has been agreed.The former Detroit police officer has even offered WBA (Super), IBF, WBO, and IBO heavyweight champion Joshua some advice on what to expect from his fighter.However, all is not as it seems, with SugarHill essentially warning the 2012 Olympic Gold Medalist that he could come up against one of many completely different styles.SugarHill, speaking via the MyBettingSites.co.uk blog, said: “Tyson’s unpredictable

Eddie Hearn for letting slip that Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua have signed the contracts for their double heavyweight showdown in 2021.Hearn, who has promoted Joshua for the entirety of his professional career, confirmed on Monday that a deal has been struck for the pair to finally lock horns in two eagerly-awaited bouts later this year.All that’s left to be sorted before their proposed first meeting this summer is the fight venue, with Saudi Arabia and Macau reportedly leading the race to stage it.Nevertheless, Fury’s promoter Warren has been left furious with Hearn for announcing that the fighters have agreed their contracts.He said on talkSPORT: “Everybody signed an agreement that there would be no announcements unless they were joint

Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury have finally signed off on an all-British heavyweight unification bout - but the next question is where they will face each other. The boxers have finally put pen to paper on an eagerly-anticipated bout for world dominance in the biggest weight category.

direct to your inboxTyson Fury and Anthony Joshua have signed a deal for two world heavyweight title unification bouts, according to Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn.Hearn told ESPN that a venue for the fights, in which Joshua’s WBA, IBF and WBO titles and Fury’s WBC belt will be on the line, is set to be announced “within the next month”.Confirming the deal, Hearn said: “The hard part is always getting everybody to put pen to paper.“But this was a major effort from all parties to get this over the line."You had rival promoters, rival networks and rival fighters.“We’ve already had approaches from eight or nine sites."The offers have come from multiple countries in the Middle East, from Asia, Eastern Europe and America.”The deal is understood

Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua could both still walk away from their fight on two conditions. The Brits have put pen to paper on a lucrative heavyweight unifying bout for this year, entering the ring on two occasions.

Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury have finally put pen to paper on the contracts for their lucrative heavyweight showdown in 2021, promoter Eddie Hearn has confirmed.The British duo, who currently hold every recognised world title in the heavyweight division, reached an agreement in principle last year for two eagerly-awaited bouts to take place in 2021.“We’d like to get a site deal confirmed in the next month,” Hearn told ESPN. “The hard part is always getting everybody to put pen to paper."But this was a major effort from all parties to get this over the line.

The Daily Star's FREE newsletter is spectacular! Sign up today for the best stories straight to your inboxEddie Hearn has told Tyson Fury to get pumped up for his fight with Anthony Joshua as the promoter reveals both teams want to secure a venue within a month.Fury, 32, claimed the undisputed heavyweight fight is not imminent and cut a downbeat figure in a bizarre couple of YouTube interviews this week in which he contradicted himself continuously.But Hearn brushed off his suggestions the clash isn't close as he insists both fighters are ready to put pen to paper on the deal and now the focus is on securing a venue and site fee for the WBA, IBF, WBO and WBC title bout.Saudi Arabia remains the favourite but Hearn reckons there could be a

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Anthony Joshua has confirmed he will talk a 2021 fight with Tyson Fury into existence and is confident he will ‘close the show’ to unify the heavyweight division.The two Brits are set to face off in the coming months, with the winner set to become the first undisputed heavyweight champ since Lennox Lewis.The two camps have been locked in talks for months ahead of what AJ’s promoter Eddie Hearn labelled the ‘biggest fight of all time’.WBC title holder Fury has been sent a series of public digs towards Joshua, most recently labelling him a ‘chicken’ and a ‘big dosser’.The Gypsy King is famous for his personality outside of the ring and is set to make the build-up to the super fight particularly memorable.But Joshua has no concerns about that