Sam Thompson's Match Ball Mission for Soccer Aid
Sam Thompson's Match Ball Mission for Soccer Aid - Sam Thompson takes on his toughest test yet, a 260-mile mission to deliver the Soccer Aid for UNICEF match ball from Stamford Bridge to Old Trafford. Follow his incredible journey!
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Scottish Sun
33 minutes ago
- Scottish Sun
Louis Tomlinson displayed ‘playground mentality' towards Sam Thompson during Soccer Aid, before love rival pulled out
Scroll to see the two men training for Soccer Aid together SCHOOL BOY ERROR Louis Tomlinson displayed 'playground mentality' towards Sam Thompson during Soccer Aid, before love rival pulled out Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LOUIS Tomlinson displayed "playground mentality" towards love rival Sam Thompson during Soccer Aid training. It comes after Sun revealed yesterday that the former Made in Chelsea star, 32, had been ruled out of playing in this year's match where he was due to play on the same team as Louis, 33. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 7 A body language expert has examined these pictures of Sam Thompson and Louis Tomlinson training for Soccer Aid Credit: PA 7 The pair were both due to play for England until Sam pulled out yesterday Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 7 The expert said Louis showed a 'playground mentality' towards Sam Credit: PA 7 Sam Dated Louis' new girlfriend Zara McDermott for five years before splitting in December Credit: Getty Sam was due to play in the same England side as One Direction star Louis, 33, who is now dating his ex Zara McDermott. The former couple split in December, with Zara quickly moving on with Louis. The two men were both due to take part in Soccer Aid tomorrow, but it was revealed exclusively by The Sun yesterday that the I'm A Celeb champ had pull out due to injury. However, before Sam was forced to quit, he was he was pictured training with Louis this week at Soccer Aid HQ in Tring, Herts, where the England and Rest of the World teams have been preparing for the match. After looking at the pictures in detail, a body language expert believes that Louis displayed a "playground mentality" towards Sam on the pitch. Expert Judi James said that while Sam was smiling and happy, and get along with the other players, One Direction star Louis seemed "glum" and "separate". She told The Mail: 'There seems to be more of a playground dynamic growing from the body language here. "Sam seems to be very much part of the core group, sitting central and being the center of their attention while Louis walks by looking glum at times and rather peripheral to the social interaction. "As the guys club around Sam, who looks deep in the discussion, Louis seems to glance over with a rather hard-looking stare. "His eye direction might not be exclusively aimed at Sam, but he does seem to be checking the group out with an unsmiling facial expression." Louis Tomlinson admits feeling nervous ahead of Soccer Aid as Zara's ex Sam Thompson awkwardly hovers behind him Continuing she said: "When the two men meet on the pitch there is an unsmiling, reflective-looking gaze from Louis. "This shouldn't be over-dramatized into any form of specifically directed 'hard stare' as his eye direction does not seem to be aimed directly at Sam, but there could be seen to be a hint of some kind of 'atmosphere' brewing here. "With his hands on his hips, Louis does look really down and perhaps rather uncomfortable." 7 The expert said that Louis appeared to 'distance' himself from his other team mates Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 7 Sam pulled out of Soccer Aid yesterday Credit: PA 7 Sam completed his Match Ball Mission for Soccer Aid Unicef, running and cycling from Stamford Bridge in London to Old Trafford in Manchester Credit: Splash SAM QUITS SOCCER AID Meanwhile, yesterday The Sun exclusively revealed how Sam was no longer able to take part on Soccer Aid tomorrow. The popular star pulled out due to injuries sustained in his epic marathon challenge, in which he made the gruelling 260-mile trip from Stamford Bridge to Old Trafford via foot and bike. A source told us: 'Sam is gutted he can't play, but the match has just come too soon since his efforts. 'He's still going to be a presence and play a big part in the coverage but he won't be able to compete on the field.' They added: 'There is a small blessing in his withdrawal as the focus on him and Louis will disperse. 'Their every move will be watched so it's a relief in some ways they won't be on the pitch together.' Sam will play a 'ceremonial role' in tomorrow's match, kicking off the game before heading into the stands. Soccer Aid kicks off tomorrow night at 7.30pm on ITV and ITVX
The Sun
33 minutes ago
- The Sun
Louis Tomlinson displayed ‘playground mentality' towards Sam Thompson during Soccer Aid, before love rival pulled out
LOUIS Tomlinson displayed "playground mentality" towards love rival Sam Thompson during Soccer Aid training. It comes after Sun revealed yesterday that the former Made in Chelsea star, 32, had been ruled out of playing in this year's match where he was due to play on the same team as Louis, 33. 7 7 7 Sam was due to play in the same England side as One Direction star Louis, 33, who is now dating his ex Zara McDermott. The former couple split in December, with Zara quickly moving on with Louis. The two men were both due to take part in Soccer Aid tomorrow, but it was revealed exclusively by The Sun yesterday that the I'm A Celeb champ had pull out due to injury. However, before Sam was forced to quit, he was he was pictured training with Louis this week at Soccer Aid HQ in Tring, Herts, where the England and Rest of the World teams have been preparing for the match. After looking at the pictures in detail, a body language expert believes that Louis displayed a "playground mentality" towards Sam on the pitch. Expert Judi James said that while Sam was smiling and happy, and get along with the other players, One Direction star Louis seemed "glum" and "separate". She told The Mail: 'There seems to be more of a playground dynamic growing from the body language here. "Sam seems to be very much part of the core group, sitting central and being the center of their attention while Louis walks by looking glum at times and rather peripheral to the social interaction. "As the guys club around Sam, who looks deep in the discussion, Louis seems to glance over with a rather hard-looking stare. "His eye direction might not be exclusively aimed at Sam, but he does seem to be checking the group out with an unsmiling facial expression." Louis Tomlinson admits feeling nervous ahead of Soccer Aid as Zara's ex Sam Thompson awkwardly hovers behind him Continuing she said: "When the two men meet on the pitch there is an unsmiling, reflective-looking gaze from Louis. "This shouldn't be over-dramatized into any form of specifically directed 'hard stare' as his eye direction does not seem to be aimed directly at Sam, but there could be seen to be a hint of some kind of 'atmosphere' brewing here. "With his hands on his hips, Louis does look really down and perhaps rather uncomfortable." 7 7 7 SAM QUITS SOCCER AID Meanwhile, yesterday The Sun exclusively revealed how Sam was no longer able to take part on Soccer Aid tomorrow. The popular star pulled out due to injuries sustained in his epic marathon challenge, in which he made the gruelling 260-mile trip from Stamford Bridge to Old Trafford via foot and bike. A source told us: 'Sam is gutted he can't play, but the match has just come too soon since his efforts. 'He's still going to be a presence and play a big part in the coverage but he won't be able to compete on the field.' They added: 'There is a small blessing in his withdrawal as the focus on him and Louis will disperse. 'Their every move will be watched so it's a relief in some ways they won't be on the pitch together.' Sam will play a 'ceremonial role' in tomorrow's match, kicking off the game before heading into the stands. Soccer Aid kicks off tomorrow night at 7.30pm on ITV and ITVX England team and coaching staff Here is a look at the full team for England for Soccer Aid 2025... Team: Steven Bartlett (Entrepreneur) Alex Brooker (TV personality) Jermain Defoe (Former footballer) Toni Duggan (Former footballer) Angry Ginge (YouTuber) Tom Grennan (Musician) Bear Grylls (TV personality) Joe Hart (Former footballer) Steph Houghton (Former footballer) Aaron Lennon (Former footballer) Dame Denise Lewis (Olympic gold medallist) Paddy McGuinness (TV personality) Sir Mo Farah (Former Olympian) Gary Neville (Former footballer) Sam Quek (Former hockey player/TV personality) Wayne Rooney (Former footballer and manager) Paul Scholes (Former footballer) Jill Scott (Former footballer) Sam Thompson (King of the Jungle) Louis Tomlinson (Musician) Michael Carrick (Former footballer) Phil Jagielka (Former footballer) Roman Kemp (Radio host) Jack Wilshere (Former footballer) Bella Ramsey (Actor) Coaches: Wayne Rooney (Former footballer and manager) Tyson Fury (Boxer) Harry Redknapp (Former football manager) Vicky McClure (Actor) Goalkeeping coach: David James (Former footballer)
Daily Mirror
an hour ago
- Daily Mirror
Tyson Fury showed true colours with response to Wayne Rooney demand
The sporting icons are expected to link up on Sunday - with the pair co-managing England at this year's Soccer Aid match against the World XI Tyson Fury rejected the idea he should be knighted when Soccer Aid co-manager Wayne Rooney called for him to be honoured. Rooney's comments came back in 2022 after Fury defended his WBC heavyweight title with a dominant display against Derek Chisora. The 'Gypsy King' battered his rival for ten rounds before the fight was eventually waved off by referee Victor Loughlin. In attendance on fight night was the former Manchester United and Everton striker. He believed it was time the heavyweight boxer was knighted for his services to boxing. "I think he's the best we've seen in a long time, and I don't think anyone will beat him,' Rooney told talkSPORT after the fight. 'I think he's an absolute legend for what he's done for boxing. He's entertaining, his skills are incredible, his mentality is incredible. 'If I'm being honest, I probably think he should be knighted because he hasn't been afraid to go abroad, he's won titles abroad, defended them abroad and he epitomises everything that boxing is.' Not long after, Rooney's comments quickly made their way to Fury - who was full of praise for the ex-England international. 'Wayne Rooney is a proper legend, and I grew up watching him as a youngster for England and [Manchester] United. So, that's [an] amazing, amazing speech from him,' Fury told talkSPORT. The Morecambe brawler then jokingly claimed that Rooney should come into his training camp and help him prepare to fight Oleksandr Usyk. 'He's a massive boxing fan, he comes from a boxing family as well. So, hopefully, we can have a little spar in the future sometime. I do need someone smaller to prepare for Usyk. Wayne, if you're listening, get on the blower, son!" Despite appreciating Rooney's touching words, Fury explained why he's not really interested in receiving a knighthood or any other type of honour from the Royal Family. 'As daft and bizarre as this might sound to people, I'm really happy with who I am,' he added. 'I'm the people's champion. I don't really need some accolade, award, or promotion to let me know who I am, what I do, or who I am inside. I know that I don't really need a claim to say, 'Oh, he's a Sir or he's a whatever.'' Three years on and the pair will co-manage England at this weekend's Soccer Aid. The charity match - which will take place at Old Trafford - will be played on Sunday as England look to defend their title against the World XI. Following the news that Fury would be involved in the match, he said: 'ENGLAND MANAGER! Who would ever have thought it!? I have had some big fights in my career and the prospect of leading my England team to victory this June fills me with just as much excitement as any heavyweight fight. "Everyone knows that I am a huge Manchester United fan too, so it's even more special for me that the game is at Old Trafford this year – and I get to manage one of my heroes, Wayne Rooney! How can we lose!? The work UNICEF does all around the world is so special and so important. I really hope that you can come along and support us this summer.'
