Mesut Ozil has revealed he cried on the plane when he swapped Real Madrid for Arsenal on Transfer Deadline Day in 2013. Ozil has hung his boots after a difficult period of his career following his exit from the Emirates. However, during his heyday, Ozil was one of the best playmakers on the planet - and Arsenal fans still have fond memories of his silky abilities. Speaking to Marca, Ozil revealed: "I was very sad when I left Madrid. I remember that at the airport. When the plane in which I was leaving Madrid took off, I started to cry." READ MORE: Oleksandr Zinchenko's 'favourite north London pub' has Arsenal fans gushing He continued: "I was really happy [at Real], but things happened. Suddenly, at the beginning of that season, I no longer had many playing minutes and a conflict arose between Mr Florentino Perez and my father and agent. "We had to look for a new club. It was hard for me. The moment the plane took off, tears fell from my eyes. That was the moment I … [Read more...] about Mesut Ozil reveals he cried on the plane before transfer deadline day move to Arsenal
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Where is Great Expectations filmed?
Watch Great Expectations Extended Trailer 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 Charles Dickens ’ Great Expectations is getting a new lease of life with an adaptation from Steven Knight, the creative mind behind Peaky Blinders, Taboo and SAS: Rogue Heroes, among many other projects. The six-part series kicks off this evening (March 26) on BBC One at 9pm with a distinctly post-watershed reimagining of the class mobility tale. Here’s the lowdown on filming on the show. Related articles Sophie Rundle admits she stole special item from Peaky Blinders set Peaky Blinders creator shares exciting update on Tommy Shelby film Where is Great Expectations set? Much like the novel, Great Expectations … [Read more...] about Where is Great Expectations filmed?
Man City ‘prepare mind-boggling Erling Haaland contract offer’ to scare off Real Madrid
Man City's next six Premier League matches 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 Manchester City are reportedly preparing to offer Erling Haaland a bumper new contract that would make him the highest-paid player in the Premier League . Luring the Norwegian into a fresh commitment would send a message to Real Madrid , who are rumoured to be interested in the red-hot marksman. Related articles Martin Odegaard suffers horror tackle from Rodri in Spain game Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard gives honest reaction to Rodri tackle City were always likely to have bagged themselves a bargain when they triggered Haaland's £51.4million release clause last summer. Other hidden costs inflated the true … [Read more...] about Man City ‘prepare mind-boggling Erling Haaland contract offer’ to scare off Real Madrid
Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard gives honest reaction to Rodri’s horror tackle
Arsenal news: Rodri followed through late on Martin Odegaard (Image: GETTY) 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 Arsenal skipper Martin Odegaard insists he should have had a penalty following Rodri's strong tackle on him in Saturday's Euro 2024 qualifier. Spain beat Norway 3-0 in Malaga but the result could have been different if the Manchester City star's challenge was punished. Related articles Arsenal ace Saka proves Guardiola made a Man City mistake he'll regret Martin Odegaard suffers horror tackle from Rodri in Spain game Odegaard was left in pain as Rodri followed through late on the midfielder in the Spain 18-yard box. Odegaard let fly with a shot before Rodri flew in and took his opponent out. … [Read more...] about Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard gives honest reaction to Rodri’s horror tackle
I won £30k compensation after dentist ignored clear signs of decay leaving me with dreadful breath
AT just age 12, Havanna Palmer wanted to fix the gaps in her teeth. It's common for youngsters to have this, and most of the time, braces are able to fix the issue. She started treatment in January 2013, and over the course of four years, says various treatments and procedures have left her smile worse and has caused lifelong repercussions. Now, she's been awarded £30,000 in compensation after medics told Hannah that she will have to undergo invasive dental treatment for the rest of her life. When she first went to the dentist in Hitchin, Havanna, who lives in Finchley, London said she was told to have extractions. She was then referred to a practice for brace treatment to straighten her teeth and was told that this would take 18 months. read more on dental issues BRUTAL TOOTH I won £15K after pain meds failed as dentist pulled tooth out - I was in tears TOOTH HURTS You've been brushing your teeth wrong - here's … [Read more...] about I won £30k compensation after dentist ignored clear signs of decay leaving me with dreadful breath
Urgent warning as High Street chemists on red alert over low supplies of Calpol and other everyday medicines
HIGH street pharmacies are struggling to get hold of Calpol and other common medicines as a new wave of shortages affects patients. It comes just months after chemists across the UK experienced a shortage of antibiotics and cold and flu medicines . Stocks of several types of liquid painkiller, including Calpol are extremely low , leaving chemists struggling for supplies. Other medicines such as Lemsip and Gaviscon are also now difficult to get hold of. Speaking to the Daily Mail , Dr Leyla Hannbeck, chief executive of the Association for Independent Multiple Pharmacies, said: "Supplies of liquid paracetamol and ibuprofen, which are given to children to ease pain, are very low indeed. "Pharmacists are spending a lot of time trying to ensure we get drips of medicines coming through – at least one variant of each – so patients are not left completely high and dry. Read more on Health WEIGHT TO GO I tried weight loss jabs and felt … [Read more...] about Urgent warning as High Street chemists on red alert over low supplies of Calpol and other everyday medicines
Eczema sufferer, 23, spent 18 years using cream prescribed by doctors that made her condition WORSE
A WOMAN who suffered with eczema for 18 years says the skin condition was made WORSE by steroid-based creams "handed out" by doctors. Emilie Dunn, 23, says her skin became "addicted" to the creams, with her eczema at one point becoming so bad, she couldn't even put on underwear. Emilie regularly suffers flare ups which leave her skin so bad she has to bandage both her hands and feet - but says her condition is much improved since ditching the creams. She stopped using the steroid-based products she had been prescribed by doctors years ago as she claimed they were making things worse. 'IMMUNE SYSTEM SUPPRESSED' Emilie claims she is now suffering from Topical Steroid Withdrawal, where her body is reacting to no longer being treated by steroid-based medications applied directly to the skin to reduce inflammation and irritation. She had been using the creams on and off for 18 years and claims the prolonged use has left her immune system "suppressed". The 23-year-old is … [Read more...] about Eczema sufferer, 23, spent 18 years using cream prescribed by doctors that made her condition WORSE
Peter Andre ‘petrified’ after terrifying bar clash with Japanese mafia boss
Peter Andre has revealed he was left "petrified" after a terrifying clash with a Japanese mafia boss in the past. The Mysterious Girl singer has recalled some of his best travel stories, which also include a naked sauna with the Backstreet Boys in Germany. But the most worrying happened when dad-of-four Pete was living in Japan. READ MORE: Junior Andre’s music career takes off as he lands major gig alongside Love Island beauty He recalled: "On this particular night, this man just started yelling at me really aggressively and it turned out he was a member of the Japanese mafia, the Yakuza. "I had no idea what he was saying but apparently it was a demonstration of his authority." He added to The Sunday Times : "I was petrified but fortunately the situation didn't escalate." Peter, 50, explained that much of his travel itinerary in his youth was dictated by his touring schedule, after he was signed to a record label at 16. Among the destinations he visited were … [Read more...] about Peter Andre ‘petrified’ after terrifying bar clash with Japanese mafia boss
‘S*** scary’ film made viewers ‘pee pants’ and terrified so many people it topped charts
Netflix’s zombie horror Alive scared so many people it topped Netflix charts. The South Korean flick has brought watchers' worst nightmares to life as the “scary as hell” flick has led to people everywhere “holding their breath” - with some even describing it as "s*** scary". Cho Il-hyung’s living dead thriller sees a lone man stuck in his apartment as a grisly virus rampages Seoul, South Korea. READ MORE: New 'scary as f**k' horror film Skinamarink so 'disturbing' fans 'want to vomit' Unassuming videogamer , Oh Joon-woo, played by Yoo Ah-in, struggles to survive the apocalypse and is desperate to escape the horde of undead. While Netflix’s Korean flick was initially released in September 2020, it continues to keep terrifying Netflix viewers - and has topped charts on the streaming service. One person wrote on Alive’s YouTube trailer: “This movie literally made me lose my appetite, which is good cause these types of movies are meant to make you feel … [Read more...] about ‘S*** scary’ film made viewers ‘pee pants’ and terrified so many people it topped charts
Shirley Ballas may NEVER return to Strictly after torrent of abuse from online trolls
Shirley Ballas may never return to TV’s Strictly Come Dancing after trolls made her life hell. She was shaken by hate jibes and, while talks are ongoing, is yet to sign for a new series. Shirley, 62, says the abuse left her “crying and emotional”. The head judge says she was in tears and at “an all-time low” as hate messages poured in after every show in the last series. Irate fans questioned her decisions, accused her of ageism and sexism, and took cruel swipes at her appearance. And Shirley, 62, yesterday admitted that while she loves her job, she is hesitant about returning this year after “hugely struggling” with the toll. The BBC are in talks to keep “Queen of Latin” Shirley – loved and revered by millions as the smiling face of Strictly. Shirley Ballas is considering not returning to her role on Strictly ( Image: BBC) In an exclusive interview, the dance champion turned TV expert reveals: “Last year I was struggling. It wasn’t just a little bit, it … [Read more...] about Shirley Ballas may NEVER return to Strictly after torrent of abuse from online trolls