As I made a diving save across the goalpost, my team erupted in cheers. ‘Nice one, Superman,’ a fellow player congratulated. It felt euphoric to be back doing the thing that I loved as a child, and to be in such a supportive environment – 11 years after giving it up. Playing after such a long break from the pitch was terrifying, but exhilarating. I’d abandoned my favourite sport due to persistent homophobia – but after finding an LGBTQ+ inclusive team, I’ve fallen in love with football all over again. Football was a hugely important part of my life from a young age. I used to have kick-arounds with friends between the ages of seven and 11 after school (even though I was the only girl that played) and go to matches with my dad. A Bovril and pie was our halftime ritual. My parents were incredibly supportive of my love of football. They encouraged me to join my first all-female team when I was 11. I played in goal and they came to every match, cheering me on from … [Read more...] about I quit football for 14 years after homophobia stopped me playing
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Grand Prix Priest who ran on British GP track ended up starring on Britain’s Got Talent
The Formula One travelling circus heads to Silverstone for the British Grand Prix this weekend with the knowledge that while things may get wild on the track between the drivers, the spectators also like to get involved from time to time. The legendary racecourse is a firm favourite on the motorsport calendar, and will remain so until at least 2024 following the latest contract extension. World champion Max Verstappen will aim to extend his lead over his rivals in this season's rankings, while Lewis Hamilton will be hoping to put a disappointing campaign so far behind him to achieve a historic ninth victory at Silverstone. There have been plenty of iconic British Grand Prix racing memories on the track, such as Nigel Mansell's battle with Ayrton Senna in 1991 and Michael Schumacher's sensational win in the rain in 1998. However, the British Grand Prix has also been host to its fair share of wild moments, and perhaps none more so than Neil Horan's unexpected cameo. READ … [Read more...] about Grand Prix Priest who ran on British GP track ended up starring on Britain’s Got Talent
Victoria Beckham’s ‘complicated’ dinner demands chef to ‘change whole menu’ for her meal
Victoria Beckham shares spoof clip of David Beckham singing Sign up for FREE for the latest news from the world of showbiz SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Dani Garcia, a Michelin star Spanish chef, has claimed Victoria Beckham , 48, caused problems with her dinner demands at a fellow celebrity's wedding. The chef claimed Victoria "changed [her] whole menu" due to her "complicated" requests. Related articles Amanda Owen confirms sudden split from grumpy husband Clive Fiona Bruce's 'toughest interview' as Lord Sugar shouted and swore It was very strange. Dani Garcia Dani said this happened in 2019 at the wedding of former Real Madrid footballer Sergio Ramos and model Pilar Rubio. He … [Read more...] about Victoria Beckham’s ‘complicated’ dinner demands chef to ‘change whole menu’ for her meal