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Scottish Sun
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Gary Neville trolled with masks and X-rated chant by Nottingham Forest fans after Sky Sports pundit banned from stadium
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) GARY NEVILLE was mocked by Nottingham Forest fans with masks and an X-rated chant following his City Ground ban. Forest refused to let the Sky Sport pundit cover Sunday's Premier League finale against Chelsea. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 One Nottingham Forest fan posed this cheeky question Credit: Getty 5 Supporters taunted Gary Neville over his stadium ban Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 5 Neville was banned after blasting a 'scandalous' incident Credit: Getty The club were unhappy at fierce criticism from the Manchester United legend in social media posts. Neville called the way Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis appeared to confront manager Nuno Espirito Santo on the pitch "scandalous". The ex-England defender even urged Nano to QUIT over the apparent row. However, Marinakis later insisted he had only being showing concern over the medical team's handling of what turned out to be a serious injury for Taiwo Awoniyi. Forest responded by saying Neville would be denied accreditation. They also asked Sky to change their commentary team - a move described by the broadcaster as "unwelcome". Nev's colleague Roy Keane attacked his old club Forest's ban as "small-minded". But it seems fans agree with their club - or at last couldn't resist trolling Neville anyway. 5 Fans spoofed Sky Sports star Neville Credit: Shutterstock Editorial BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK Some wore masks of his face, while one supporter held up a poster in which a famous "Where's Wally?" image had been changed to "Where's Gary?" Other masked fans spoofed Nev's commentary role by holding up headphones. Taiwo Awoniyi seen for first time since horror injury as he receives hero's welcome at Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea Former Arsenal striker Alan Smith replaced Neville in Sky's commentary team. But just ahead of kick-off, home supporters upped their venom by chanting "Gary Neville is a w*****". The 50-year-old had gone on social media to share his shock over his ban. Neville said: "I've dished out my fair share of criticism and praise in the last 14 years of doing this job and have never come close to this unprecedented action. 'Personally, I think it's disappointing that a great club like Nottingham Forest have been reduced to making such a decision. 'Whilst they have every right to choose who they let into their own stadium, it's symptomatic of things that have happened over the last 12 months with the club." Nev bowed out by wishing Forest "all their best" for their bid to secure Champions League football. But instead Levi Colwill's 50th-minute winner booked Chelsea's place in Europe's top club tournament Forest had to settle for a seventh place and a spot in the Conference League - still way above the pre-season hopes and expectations of almost every pundit.
The Irish Sun
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Gary Neville trolled with masks and X-rated chant by Nottingham Forest fans after Sky Sports pundit banned from stadium
GARY NEVILLE was mocked by Nottingham Forest fans with masks and an X-rated chant following his City Ground ban. 5 One Nottingham Forest fan posed this cheeky question Credit: Getty 5 Supporters taunted Gary Neville over his stadium ban Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 5 Neville was banned after blasting a 'scandalous' incident Credit: Getty Neville called the way The ex-England defender even urged Nano to QUIT over the apparent row. However, Marinakis later insisted he had only being showing concern over the medical team's handling of what turned out to be a READ MORE IN FOOTBALL They also asked Sky to change their commentary team - a move described by the broadcaster as "unwelcome". Nev's colleague Roy Keane attacked his old club Forest's ban as "small-minded". But it seems fans agree with their club - or at last couldn't resist trolling Neville anyway. Most read in Football 5 Fans spoofed Sky Sports star Neville Credit: Shutterstock Editorial BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK Some wore masks of his face, while one supporter held up a poster in which a famous "Where's Wally?" image had been changed to "Where's Gary?" Other masked fans spoofed Nev's commentary role by holding up headphones. Taiwo Awoniyi seen for first time since horror injury as he receives hero's welcome at Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea Former But just ahead of kick-off, home supporters upped their venom by chanting "Gary Neville is a w*****". The 50-year-old had gone on social media to share his shock over his ban. Neville said: "I've dished out my fair share of criticism and praise in the last 14 years of doing this job and have never come close to this unprecedented action. 'Personally, I think it's disappointing that a great club like Nottingham Forest have been reduced to making such a decision. 'Whilst they have every right to choose who they let into their own stadium, it's symptomatic of things that have happened over the last 12 months with the club." Nev bowed out by wishing Forest "all their best" for their bid to secure Champions League football. But instead Levi Colwill's 50th-minute winner booked Chelsea's place in Europe's top club tournament Forest had to settle for a seventh place and a spot in the Conference League - still way above the pre-season hopes and expectations of almost every pundit. 5 Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis sparked Neville's social media outburst when he spoke to manager Nuno Espirito Santo on the pitch Credit: AFP
Chicago Tribune
24-03-2025
- Health
- Chicago Tribune
Heads shaved for a good cause at Vernon Hills fundraiser; ‘Every shave … helps fund critical research'
This year's 'Rock the Bald' fundraiser Saturday at the Hawthorn mall in Vernon Hills surpassed its fundraising goal of $10,000 as almost two dozen people had their heads shaved or their hair cut short for a good cause. The annual event raises money for childhood cancer research and was held again this year on a stage inside the mall, complete with giveaways by community partners and activities for children. Dancers from the Sheila Healy Academy of Irish Dance in Glenview also performed. This marked the fifth Rock the Bald event, that benefits the St. Baldrick's Foundation. 'Hosting St. Baldrick's Rock the Bald at Hawthorn is an incredible opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children fighting cancer,' Hawthorn's marketing director Tia Lindholm said. 'Every shave, every donation and every show of support helps fund critical research that brings us closer to better treatments and cures. 'This event isn't just about raising money,' she said. 'It's about giving kids a future filled with hope and possibility.' Vernon Hills police returned with a strong show of shavees and supporters. This year, eight members of the department participated for Team Lilley, raising more than $6,000 and receiving a trophy as the top fundraising team. Team Lilley was named in honor of Lilley Sloniker, 7, a first grader from Vernon Hills who was diagnosed in April of 2024 with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. 'This year, we had the most people ever come out and we raised a ton of money,' said Jeff Hemesath, a crime prevention officer for the Vernon Hills police and fundraiser team captain. Lilley was made an honorary junior police officer in November by the department. 'She was definitely a motivating factor,' Hemesath said. 'It's great to be here. It's a great event. Hair will grow back.' Lilley's parents Michael and Chriselle. Her mother said her daughter's treatment included chemotherapy over eight months. 'It was really hard, but she's doing great now,' Chriselle Sloniker said. 'She's thriving.' Wendi James of Wauconda was a spectator and brought grandson Artie, 4, of McHenry. She said she was 'so proud' of her husband and son, who were getting their heads shaved for the cause. The youngest event participant was Nev Doko of Edison Park, 10, a fifth grader, and son of Denis, a Vernon Hills police officer. Nev had his hair trimmed in a close, near-shave. 'I'm very proud,' Denis Doko said. 'This year, he said he would do it (for Lilley). I didn't even have to convince him.' After Nev's haircut, Nev and Lilley shared a brief hug in front of their families and friends. 'Try your best and I hope you feel better,' he told her. Returning this year were Hawthorn mall's Tricoci Salon & Spa stylists Marisa Sneider and Ashley D'Amico. 'We love doing this,' D'Amico said. 'It's always so fun. We love seeing the turnout of everybody.' 'I think it's nice to have everybody in the town come together and just show kind of a strong community,' Sneider said. Anisa Rossi of Mundelein received a medal on a green ribbon as the top individual fundraiser, raising more than $1,500. She plans to donate three long braids of hair to Children with Hair Loss, a non-profit organization in Michigan that provides human hair replacements to children and young adults facing medical challenges. 'I'm happy to get the layers chopped off,' Rossi said. 'It was a lot, and it's going to go to somebody that's really going to love it.'
