thedailymirror--2020-02-07--Joanna Lumley backs new law against 'cowardly and cruel' trophy hunting

Joanna Lumley today takes aim at “ cowardly and cruel ” trophy hunters as she joins our fight to protect wildlife from bloodthirsty tourists .
The actress follows other celebrities , including Liam Gallagher and Sir David Jason , in demanding a ban on hunters importing souvenirs of kills to the UK .
PM Boris Johnson pledged in September to ban the sick practice , in which 2,500 body parts were imported in 10 years .
And in an emotional plea to Mirror readers to ensure a “ total ban ” is introduced , Joanna , 73 , says she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cruel ” than trophy hunting .
Calling it “ cowardly ” and “ legalised animal abuse on an industrial scale ” she said : “ Can you imagine a world without lions ?
“ How do we explain that to future generations ?
We can not call ourselves civilised while we allow trophy hunting .
“ We must abolish it – please act today.
” Her plea follows last week ’ s death in Kenya of one of Africa ’ s last “ big tuskers ” , elephants whose tusks reach the floor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it comes as Botswana held its first auctions for the right to hunt elephants yesterday , after lifting a ban .
The consultation on ending UK trophy imports runs until February 25 .
The country has some 130,000 elephants , the world 's largest population .
Authorities issued seven hunting `` packages '' of 10 elephants each , confined to `` controlled hunting areas '' , a spokeswoman said .
The government revoked a 2014 ban in May , saying human-elephant conflict and negative impact on local communities was increasing .
The lifting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ many in local communities but criticised by conservationists .
The bidders - who must be companies registered in Botswana - are expected to put down a refundable deposit of 200,000 pula ( £14,000 ) .
Many rural communities believe a return to commercial hunting will help keep the elephant population away from their villages , and also bring in much-needed income in places not suitable for high-end tourism .
But critics fear it could also drive away luxury-safari goers opposed to hunting .
Audrey Delsink , Africa 's wildlife director for the global @ @ @ @ @ @ @ called the auctions `` deeply concerning and questionable '' .
`` Hunting is not an effective long-term human-elephant mitigation tool or population control method , '' she said .

EXCLUSIVE: Joanna Lumley follows other celebrities like Liam Gallagher and Sir David Jason in demanding a ban on hunters importing souvenirs of kills to the UK
Joanna Lumley backs new law against 'cowardly and cruel' trophy hunting
Joanna Lumley today takes aim at “cowardly and cruel” trophy hunters as she joins our fight to protect wildlife from bloodthirsty tourists.
The actress follows other celebrities, including Liam Gallagher and Sir David Jason, in demanding a ban on hunters importing souvenirs of kills to the UK.
PM Boris Johnson pledged in September to ban the sick practice, in which 2,500 body parts were imported in 10 years.
And in an emotional plea to Mirror readers to ensure a “total ban” is introduced, Joanna, 73, says she “cannot think of anything more cruel” than trophy hunting.
Calling it “cowardly” and “legalised animal abuse on an industrial scale” she said: “Can you imagine a world without lions?
“How do we explain that to future generations? We cannot call ourselves civilised while we allow trophy hunting.
Image: Internet Unknown) Internet Unknown)
“We must abolish it – please act today.” Her plea follows last week’s death in Kenya of one of Africa’s last “big tuskers”, elephants whose tusks reach the floor. Fewer than 40 remain.
And it comes as Botswana held its first auctions for the right to hunt elephants yesterday, after lifting a ban.
The consultation on ending UK trophy imports runs until February 25.
The country has some 130,000 elephants, the world's largest population.
Authorities issued seven hunting "packages" of 10 elephants each, confined to "controlled hunting areas", a spokeswoman said.
The government revoked a 2014 ban in May, saying human-elephant conflict and negative impact on local communities was increasing.
The lifting of the ban has been popular with many in local communities but criticised by conservationists.
The bidders - who must be companies registered in Botswana - are expected to put down a refundable deposit of 200,000 pula (£14,000).
Many rural communities believe a return to commercial hunting will help keep the elephant population away from their villages, and also bring in much-needed income in places not suitable for high-end tourism.
But critics fear it could also drive away luxury-safari goers opposed to hunting.
Audrey Delsink, Africa's wildlife director for the global conservation lobby charity Humane Society International, called the auctions "deeply concerning and questionable".
"Hunting is not an effective long-term human-elephant mitigation tool or population control method," she said.


thedailymirror--2020-02-07--Chris Wilder warns Sheffield United stars over big-money transfer moves to rivals

Chris Wilder has warned his Sheffield United players to stop dreaming about big-money moves and focus on the Blades .
United want to tie John Egan , Enda Stevens , John Fleck and John Lundstram down with new contracts and talks have made little progress partly because they are keen to keep their options open .
The quartet may feel they can cash in on United ’ s brilliant first season back in the Premier League with a lucrative transfer this summer .
Wilder understands this lure , but claims their priorities should be retain their starting places , especially @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to increase the competition among his squad .
“ I ’ m always aware and mindful of the fact that there are a lot of bigger clubs than us in this division from a financial and stature point of view and I can ’ t really stand in the players ’ way , ” said the Blades boss .
“ But these boys as well , they ’ ve only been in the division for a year , so their thought process first and foremost should be to get in the side and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ elsewhere at what might happen .
“ A few of them have got international aspirations as well in terms of Enda , Egan and Flecky .
“ First and foremost , they ’ ve got to get in my side , stay in there .
As you ’ ve seen now the competition for places now is fierce .
“ Their thought process should be ‘ am I playing Saturday ?
Am I playing Sunday ?
’ Not what ’ s round the corner and I ’ d like to think that would @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at Bramall Lane on Sunday before they have their winter break and Wilder claims he opposes the idea .
He feels playing every week in all weathers is part of the challenge of the Premier League .
“ I ’ d have liked to have carried on , ” he said .
“ I know there have been been different views on it .
“ The game has changed , I understand that , but it is the challenge to overcome for me nine months through different weather conditions , different problems , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ But the majority of clubs will be training .
Some clubs might give the players days off , but for me , I could have done without it .
I think we should have carried on straight through .
“ Supporters are not going away on holiday and they ’ re the ones who keep this decision going for me.
” United are riding high in sixth and they will come full circle against Bournemouth because Wilder feels Billy Sharp ’ s late equaliser in their opening game at the Vitality Stadium was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Definitely , ” he said .
“ It was very important for a newly-promoted side to get the season up and running and obviously the late equaliser felt like a winner .
It was a great start for us .
“ Obviously there was a lot of apprehension going into for the first game of the season at Bournemouth , an excellent side , an established Premier League club , but we were positive and got our rewards .
”

Sheffield United want to tie John Egan, Enda Stevens, John Fleck and John Lundstram down with new contracts and talks have made little progress
Chris Wilder has warned his Sheffield United players to stop dreaming about big-money moves and focus on the Blades.
United want to tie John Egan, Enda Stevens, John Fleck and John Lundstram down with new contracts and talks have made little progress partly because they are keen to keep their options open.
The quartet may feel they can cash in on United’s brilliant first season back in the Premier League with a lucrative transfer this summer.
Wilder understands this lure, but claims their priorities should be retain their starting places, especially after he signed five players last month to increase the competition among his squad.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
“I’m always aware and mindful of the fact that there are a lot of bigger clubs than us in this division from a financial and stature point of view and I can’t really stand in the players’ way,” said the Blades boss.
“But these boys as well, they’ve only been in the division for a year, so their thought process first and foremost should be to get in the side and stay in the side, not looking elsewhere at what might happen.
“A few of them have got international aspirations as well in terms of Enda, Egan and Flecky.
“First and foremost, they’ve got to get in my side, stay in there. As you’ve seen now the competition for places now is fierce.
“Their thought process should be ‘am I playing Saturday? Am I playing Sunday?’ Not what’s round the corner and I’d like to think that would be the case.”
Image: Shaun Botterill) Shaun Botterill)
United face Bournemouth at Bramall Lane on Sunday before they have their winter break and Wilder claims he opposes the idea.
He feels playing every week in all weathers is part of the challenge of the Premier League.
“I’d have liked to have carried on,” he said. “I know there have been been different views on it.
“The game has changed, I understand that, but it is the challenge to overcome for me nine months through different weather conditions, different problems, hurdles you have to overcome.
“But the majority of clubs will be training. Some clubs might give the players days off, but for me, I could have done without it. I think we should have carried on straight through.
Image: EMPICS Sport) EMPICS Sport)
“Supporters are not going away on holiday and they’re the ones who keep this decision going for me.”
United are riding high in sixth and they will come full circle against Bournemouth because Wilder feels Billy Sharp’s late equaliser in their opening game at the Vitality Stadium was the catalyst for their campaign.
“Definitely,” he said. “It was very important for a newly-promoted side to get the season up and running and obviously the late equaliser felt like a winner. It was a great start for us.
“Obviously there was a lot of apprehension going into for the first game of the season at Bournemouth, an excellent side, an established Premier League club, but we were positive and got our rewards.”


thedailymirror--2020-02-07--Yannick Bolasie runs the rule over former team-mate Bruno Fernandes after Man Utd transfer

Bruno Fernandes “ has the lot ” to be a big Premier League hit according to his ex-Sporting Lisbon team-mate Yannick Bolasie .
But Bolasie says Manchester United must give their new £47million attacking Portuguese midfielder licence to roam if they are to utilise his talents fully .
Everton 's Bolasie is on loan at Sporting this term and says Fernandes has similar qualities to Manchester City pair Kevin De Bruyne and David Silva , plus ex-Spurs ace Christian Eriksen .
Bolasie reckons his old skipper had an easy decision to make when United came calling in January with huge @ @ @ @ @ @ @ add-ons .
The star , 25 , made his debut for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's side in last Saturday 's goalless draw with Wolves in the Premier League .
But Bolasie does n't think it will take long for the international , who has 19 caps , to make his mark in England after playing abroad previously in Italy with Udinese and Sampdoria .
Fernandes amassed 13 goals and 10 assists this term back home in his native Portugal for fourth-placed Sporting with his deadly right-foot .
Ex-Crystal Palace star Bolaisie , 30 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Bruno has the lot to be honest .
“ I think he will cope fine with the expectations .
“ When he was at Sporting he controlled all the matches .
“ Everything Sporting did went through him .
“ He can play with both feet and is not afraid to shoot with his left but his right foot is his main foot .
“ He can see a pass and has good long-range passing , free-kicks and penalties .
“ He is at his best getting on the half turn and making @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He likes giving passes and likes scoring , that is his game .
“ He knows what he can do and is good at and can link up with the forward players really well .
“ He has his own style because he has been in Italy before but has similarities to De Bruyne , Silva and Eriksen.
” Yet to get the best out of Fernandes , Bolasie says it is essential United boss Solskjaer deploys a holding midfielder behind him to give him freedom to roam .
His next game is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Chelsea on Monday February 17 after the winter break .
Bolasie explained : “ Bruno likes to go and get the ball and might end up on the left side or end up on the right .
“ He needs to play with that protection behind to give him that freedom to venture around rather than adapting to the team .
“ It will be interesting to see how United end up using him .
“ But he always wanted to play in the Premier League for sure and it is going to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ It much slower in Portugal and no-where near the Premier League tempo .
“ In some of the games in Portugal he could probably coast through whereas in the Premier League no matter who you are playing , the opponents wo n't let you walk over them.
” Fernandes nearly came to the Premier League last summer when Spurs and United first tried to buy him .
He was even seen in tears on Sporting 's bench during a pre-season game against Valencia , believing he 'd played his final game for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ finally got his big move on a lucrative contract which runs until 2025 , with an option to extend it for a further year .
He follows Cristiano Ronaldo , Nani and Marcos Rojo in joining United from Sporting .
Bolasie says Old Trafford was a huge draw for Fernandes despite just one win in five League games amid rising supporter discontent .
He insisted : “ It is always going to be a great option and is a good move for Bruno .
“ It is a monster of a football club @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are right now .
“ If you go there your life changes – on the field and off the field .
“ He has a chance to shine but football is about results so let 's see.
” Bolasie admitted Fernandes ' destination could have been different had Mauricio Pochettino stayed at long-term suitors Tottenham instead of being axed by the Champions League runners-up in November .
He said : “ He was thinking about going to Tottenham in the summer but I think when the manager went that changes a lot of @ @ @

EXCLUSIVE Yannick Bolasie has told Manchester United fans their new signing Bruno Fernandes "has the lot" after securing a big-money transfer from Sporting Lisbon
Yannick Bolasie runs the rule over former team-mate Bruno Fernandes after Man Utd transfer
Bruno Fernandes “has the lot” to be a big Premier League hit according to his ex-Sporting Lisbon team-mate Yannick Bolasie.
But Bolasie says Manchester United must give their new £47million attacking Portuguese midfielder licence to roam if they are to utilise his talents fully.
Everton's Bolasie is on loan at Sporting this term and says Fernandes has similar qualities to Manchester City pair Kevin De Bruyne and David Silva , plus ex-Spurs ace Christian Eriksen.
Bolasie reckons his old skipper had an easy decision to make when United came calling in January with huge bid which could rise to £67.7m with add-ons.
Image: NurPhoto/PA Images) NurPhoto/PA Images)
The star, 25, made his debut for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side in last Saturday's goalless draw with Wolves in the Premier League.
But Bolasie doesn't think it will take long for the international, who has 19 caps, to make his mark in England after playing abroad previously in Italy with Udinese and Sampdoria.
Fernandes amassed 13 goals and 10 assists this term back home in his native Portugal for fourth-placed Sporting with his deadly right-foot.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Ex-Crystal Palace star Bolaisie, 30, assessed to Mirror Sport: “Bruno has the lot to be honest.
“I think he will cope fine with the expectations.
“When he was at Sporting he controlled all the matches.
“Everything Sporting did went through him.
“He can play with both feet and is not afraid to shoot with his left but his right foot is his main foot.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
“He can see a pass and has good long-range passing, free-kicks and penalties.
“He is at his best getting on the half turn and making passes in between the lines.
“He likes giving passes and likes scoring, that is his game.
“He knows what he can do and is good at and can link up with the forward players really well.
“He has his own style because he has been in Italy before but has similarities to De Bruyne , Silva and Eriksen.”
Image: Sport TV1/Twitter) Sport TV1/Twitter)
Yet to get the best out of Fernandes, Bolasie says it is essential United boss Solskjaer deploys a holding midfielder behind him to give him freedom to roam.
His next game is set to be United's trip to Chelsea on Monday February 17 after the winter break.
Bolasie explained: “Bruno likes to go and get the ball and might end up on the left side or end up on the right.
“He needs to play with that protection behind to give him that freedom to venture around rather than adapting to the team.
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
“It will be interesting to see how United end up using him.
“But he always wanted to play in the Premier League for sure and it is going to be a good test for him.
“It much slower in Portugal and no-where near the Premier League tempo.
“In some of the games in Portugal he could probably coast through whereas in the Premier League no matter who you are playing, the opponents won't let you walk over them.”
Fernandes nearly came to the Premier League last summer when Spurs and United first tried to buy him.
He was even seen in tears on Sporting's bench during a pre-season game against Valencia, believing he'd played his final game for the club.
Image: Manchester United via Getty Imag) Manchester United via Getty Imag)
But he has now finally got his big move on a lucrative contract which runs until 2025, with an option to extend it for a further year.
He follows Cristiano Ronaldo , Nani and Marcos Rojo in joining United from Sporting.
Bolasie says Old Trafford was a huge draw for Fernandes despite just one win in five League games amid rising supporter discontent.
He insisted: “It is always going to be a great option and is a good move for Bruno.
“It is a monster of a football club , it doesn't matter where they are right now.
“If you go there your life changes – on the field and off the field.
“He has a chance to shine but football is about results so let's see.”
Bolasie admitted Fernandes' destination could have been different had Mauricio Pochettino stayed at long-term suitors Tottenham instead of being axed by the Champions League runners-up in November.
He said: “He was thinking about going to Tottenham in the summer but I think when the manager went that changes a lot of things.”


thedailymirror--2020-02-07--Ole Gunnar Solskjaer warned Odion Ighalo failure could lead to Man Utd sack

Paul Merson fears Ole Gunnar Solskjaer could be sacked by Manchester United if shock loan signing Odion Ighalo fails to impress .
And the Arsenal hero also reckons executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward could face the axe , with the pressure on the two Red Devils bosses after a miserable campaign .
Already short in attack following the summer departures of Alexis Sanchez and Romelu Lukaku , a back injury sustained by Marcus Rashford on top of the failed move for Erling Haaland made a January reinforcement crucial for United .
Bournemouth 's Josh King was among a variety of late @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for a shock move for ex-Watford striker Ighalo on loan from Shanghai Shenhua until the end of the season .
Ighalo , 30 , scored 16 times in 55 Premier League appearances for Watford but Merson doubts whether he has the ability to shine at Old Trafford .
Writing in his column for the Daily Star , Merson said : `` Odion Ighalo could be the final straw at Manchester United .
`` If that signing is a disaster then Ed Woodward and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer are in big trouble .
`` Don @ @ @ @ @ @ @ could rediscover the form he once he had at Watford and be a huge success .
But he could be the biggest laughing stock the Premier League has ever seen .
`` Only time will tell .
`` But remember , the last time he was here he only scored once in 18 games before Watford sold him and he ’ ll have gotten lazy playing in China . ''
Merson pointed to comparisons with Henrik Larsson , who joined United on loan aged 35 and impressed in his short stint in 2007 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ n't believe Ighalo has the experience to emulate the Swede 's success .
He added : `` I ’ ve heard people compare it with Henrik Larsson because nobody expected him to still be any good when United signed him either .
`` But Larsson had been world class .
He had scored goals in major tournaments and won big trophies .
And he still had his finishing and his movement .
`` Ighalo doesn ’ t have any of that on his CV and he ’ s coming into a struggling team @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ever played for .
`` It ’ s a big ask , and if it all goes horribly wrong it will just pile more pressure on the manager because you ’ re always judged on your signings as well as your results .

Ighalo, 30, scored 16 times in 55 Premier League appearances for Watford but Merson doubts whether he has the ability to shine at Old Trafford
Paul Merson fears Ole Gunnar Solskjaer could be sacked by Manchester United if shock loan signing Odion Ighalo fails to impress.
And the Arsenal hero also reckons executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward could face the axe, with the pressure on the two Red Devils bosses after a miserable campaign.
Already short in attack following the summer departures of Alexis Sanchez and Romelu Lukaku, a back injury sustained by Marcus Rashford on top of the failed move for Erling Haaland made a January reinforcement crucial for United.
Bournemouth's Josh King was among a variety of late options considered, with United eventually plumping for a shock move for ex-Watford striker Ighalo on loan from Shanghai Shenhua until the end of the season.
Image: Internet Unknown) Internet Unknown)
Ighalo, 30, scored 16 times in 55 Premier League appearances for Watford but Merson doubts whether he has the ability to shine at Old Trafford.
Writing in his column for the Daily Star, Merson said: "Odion Ighalo could be the final straw at Manchester United.
"If that signing is a disaster then Ed Woodward and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer are in big trouble.
"Don’t get me wrong. He could rediscover the form he once he had at Watford and be a huge success. But he could be the biggest laughing stock the Premier League has ever seen.
Image: Action Images via Reuters / Tony O'Brien) Action Images via Reuters / Tony O'Brien)
"Only time will tell.
"But remember, the last time he was here he only scored once in 18 games before Watford sold him and he’ll have gotten lazy playing in China."
Merson pointed to comparisons with Henrik Larsson, who joined United on loan aged 35 and impressed in his short stint in 2007.
But the former Arsenal legend doesn't believe Ighalo has the experience to emulate the Swede's success.
Image: Action Images via Reuters) Action Images via Reuters)
He added: "I’ve heard people compare it with Henrik Larsson because nobody expected him to still be any good when United signed him either.
"But Larsson had been world class. He had scored goals in major tournaments and won big trophies. And he still had his finishing and his movement.
"Ighalo doesn’t have any of that on his CV and he’s coming into a struggling team. The biggest one he’s ever played for.
"It’s a big ask, and if it all goes horribly wrong it will just pile more pressure on the manager because you’re always judged on your signings as well as your results.


thedailymirror--2020-02-07--Carlo Ancelotti likens Everton task to revival he oversaw as AC Milan manager

Carlo Ancelotti believes he faces a similar revival job at Everton to the one he pulled off successfully at AC Milan .
And the experienced Italian manager insisted he will do exactly the same at Goodison as he did when taking roles at Real Madrid , Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain .
Many people have questioned if the veteran boss is equipped for the task of building a club from a humble position , after inheriting world-class squads at so many big clubs .
But he is adamant the job is exactly the same no matter where a manager is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not only did he bring success to Parma back in the 1990s from a lowly position , but he was also able to turn things around at Milan when they were at their lowest ebb .
As he prepares for the visit of Crystal Palace and a meeting with his old friend Roy Hodgson , he said : “ When you arrive in a new place the job is the same .
First , you have to try to build a relationship with your players .
“ You have to try to know @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which are all different .
That is the hard thing as a manager .
`` It is hard to build a relationship , but you know football and you know your methodology .
“ There are different types of challenges at different clubs , but this really doesn ’ t change .
`` PSG were starting to build a new team a new club , ( when I went there ) from the bottom , But here at Everton it is already organised , we don ’ t have to work on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is already organised.
” Ancelotti has also inherited a squad that was good enough to reach Europe a couple of seasons ago , and which currently lies only eight points off a Champions League place .
He did insist , however , it is still too early to start thinking about a challenge for the top four and said : `` We are not thinking of that , the Europa League is the more realistic aim , but we will know more after the next two or three matches . ''
But he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ position - and that reminds him in a way of the job he did at Milan , when he took over a side that was out of the European places , had struggled badly in recent seasons , but which went on to win the Champions League within 18 months of his arrival .
“ When I went to Milan the moment was not good but they had ambition , the history and tradition to be at the top and slowly , slowly we be there , ” he said , with a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ history .
“ And honestly at Milan we did it quickly .
We won the Champions League in the second year .
I arrived in November and the year after we won it .
depends , I think we we don ’ t have to put a line ( on Everton ) , we improve , the idea is to improve.
” And as he prepared to face Palace , Ancelotti argued he has not only inherited successful clubs .
“ It is not true that I only finish clubs off - usually @ @ @ @ @ @ @ means something went wrong in the past .
“ It ’ s true I found fantastic players and squad like Real Madrid and like Bayern , but when you arrive there you have to work , you have to have the right combination of your ideas and the style of the players , because it ’ s true the players have an idea and are more comfortable in one style than another .
“ And yes I can ( compare Everton ) to Parma .
Then I had different experience because I was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ really young players .
it was a different experience.
” Ancelotti must decide who will replace the suspended Fabian Delph , with Tom Davies likely to get the nod .

Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti pointed out that he was able to turn things around at AC Milan when they were at their lowest ebb
Carlo Ancelotti believes he faces a similar revival job at Everton to the one he pulled off successfully at AC Milan.
And the experienced Italian manager insisted he will do exactly the same at Goodison as he did when taking roles at Real Madrid , Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain.
Many people have questioned if the veteran boss is equipped for the task of building a club from a humble position, after inheriting world-class squads at so many big clubs.
But he is adamant the job is exactly the same no matter where a manager is.
And he also pointed out that not only did he bring success to Parma back in the 1990s from a lowly position, but he was also able to turn things around at Milan when they were at their lowest ebb.
Image: Everton FC via Getty Images) Everton FC via Getty Images)
As he prepares for the visit of Crystal Palace and a meeting with his old friend Roy Hodgson, he said: “When you arrive in a new place the job is the same. First, you have to try to build a relationship with your players.
“You have to try to know them as characters and know their qualities, which are all different. That is the hard thing as a manager.
"It is hard to build a relationship, but you know football and you know your methodology.
“There are different types of challenges at different clubs, but this really doesn’t change.
"PSG were starting to build a new team a new club, (when I went there) from the bottom, But here at Everton it is already organised, we don’t have to work on the character of the club, it is already organised.”
Ancelotti has also inherited a squad that was good enough to reach Europe a couple of seasons ago, and which currently lies only eight points off a Champions League place.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
He did insist, however, it is still too early to start thinking about a challenge for the top four and said: "We are not thinking of that, the Europa League is the more realistic aim, but we will know more after the next two or three matches."
But he still believes Everton are in a good position - and that reminds him in a way of the job he did at Milan, when he took over a side that was out of the European places, had struggled badly in recent seasons, but which went on to win the Champions League within 18 months of his arrival.
“When I went to Milan the moment was not good but they had ambition, the history and tradition to be at the top and slowly, slowly we be there,” he said, with a reference to Everton’s ambition and history.
“And honestly at Milan we did it quickly. We won the Champions League in the second year. I arrived in November and the year after we won it. depends, I think we we don’t have to put a line (on Everton), we improve, the idea is to improve.”
Image: Getty) Getty)
And as he prepared to face Palace, Ancelotti argued he has not only inherited successful clubs. “It is not true that I only finish clubs off - usually when a club changes a manager it means something went wrong in the past.
“It’s true I found fantastic players and squad like Real Madrid and like Bayern, but when you arrive there you have to work, you have to have the right combination of your ideas and the style of the players, because it’s true the players have an idea and are more comfortable in one style than another.
“And yes I can (compare Everton) to Parma. Then I had different experience because I was really young, but also i had really young players. it was a different experience.”
Ancelotti must decide who will replace the suspended Fabian Delph, with Tom Davies likely to get the nod.


thedailymirror--2020-02-07--Love Island's Finn accused of being 'two-faced p***k' as he dishes dirt on Callum

Finn Tapp has quickly become a Love Island favourite , but he 's surprised loyal fans after his actions on tonight 's episode .
After encouraging Callum to go with his heart while he was getting to know Molly in Casa Amore , the 20-year-old came across as 'two-faced ' tonight while catching up with his love Paige .
Chatting to his blonde bombshell , Finn insisted that he 'saw a different side ' to his best bud while they got to know the new girls .
Naturally , viewers rushed to Twitter to point out the fact that the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to sack off Shaughna and go for Molly instead .
`` Finn is such a two-faced pri*k , why is he bitching about Callum when he was the one telling him to go for Molly ? ''
one fuming fan tweeted .
`` Finn showing his true colours like a champ !
It 's all one big massive joke to him ! ''
raged another .
`` Haha , Finn pretending like he 's a goodie two shoes when he was the one telling Callum to dump Shau '' !
a third wrote @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were left convinced Finn and Paige 'did bits ' in the villa Hideaway .
They were the first couple to spend the night in the sexy spot , and after some very steamy scenes , fans are now convinced that the pair got it on .
On Wednesday night ’ s episode , the other islanders chose the duo to have some alone time as the Hideaway opened for the first time this series .
After Paige put on a lacy two-piece and Finn had a quick shower , the pair headed to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ joking around with a feather duster and flavoured body lotion , before having some pillow talk .
`` How many days have you been in here ?
’ Paige asked Finn , who replied “ 12 days ?
” Paige then said : “ And what part of that did you realise you fancied me ?
” to which he replied : “ When I said ‘ hello ’ .
” He added : “ I know it is soppy , but now that we ’ re so close , I couldn ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ without you , if that makes sense.
” The footage then cut to clips of the rest of the islanders sleeping , before returning to Paige and Finn sporting some major bed hair the next morning .
Viewers are now certain the pair got up to a lot more than sleeping during their night in the Hideaway .

LOVE ISLAND: VIEWERS CALL OUT 'TWO-FACED FINN' AS HE COVERS FOR CALLUM
LOVE ISLAND: VIEWERS CALL OUT 'TWO-FACED FINN' AS HE COVERS FOR CALLUM
Viewers were left gob-smacked by Finn after he didn't think twice about dishing the dirt on Callum's Casa Amore antics
Love Island's Finn accused of being 'two-faced p***k' as he dishes dirt on Callum
Finn Tapp has quickly become a Love Island favourite, but he's surprised loyal fans after his actions on tonight's episode.
After encouraging Callum to go with his heart while he was getting to know Molly in Casa Amore, the 20-year-old came across as 'two-faced' tonight while catching up with his love Paige.
Chatting to his blonde bombshell, Finn insisted that he 'saw a different side' to his best bud while they got to know the new girls.
Naturally, viewers rushed to Twitter to point out the fact that the 20-year-old was the sole person encouraging Callum to sack off Shaughna and go for Molly instead.
Image: ITV) ITV)
"Finn is such a two-faced pri*k, why is he bitching about Callum when he was the one telling him to go for Molly?" one fuming fan tweeted.
"Finn showing his true colours like a champ! It's all one big massive joke to him!" raged another.
"Haha, Finn pretending like he's a goodie two shoes when he was the one telling Callum to dump Shau"! a third wrote.
Image: ITV) ITV)
This comes after Love Island fans were left convinced Finn and Paige 'did bits' in the villa Hideaway.
They were the first couple to spend the night in the sexy spot, and after some very steamy scenes, fans are now convinced that the pair got it on.
On Wednesday night’s episode, the other islanders chose the duo to have some alone time as the Hideaway opened for the first time this series.
Image: ITV) ITV)
After Paige put on a lacy two-piece and Finn had a quick shower, the pair headed to the Hideaway.
They could be seen joking around with a feather duster and flavoured body lotion, before having some pillow talk.
"How many days have you been in here?’ Paige asked Finn, who replied “12 days?”
Paige then said: “And what part of that did you realise you fancied me?” to which he replied: “When I said ‘hello’.”
He added: “I know it is soppy, but now that we’re so close, I couldn’t imagine day to day in here without you, if that makes sense.”
The footage then cut to clips of the rest of the islanders sleeping, before returning to Paige and Finn sporting some major bed hair the next morning.
Viewers are now certain the pair got up to a lot more than sleeping during their night in the Hideaway.


thedailymirror--2020-02-07--Phillip Schofield had 'shoulder to cry on' with Holly as his rock who kept his secret

He has described her as “ like a sister ” and , when he realised it was time to admit his true sexuality , to the public as well as his family , Phillip Schofield turned to Holly Willoughby for support .
He often broke down in tears as he shared his anguish , and a source close to the broadcasters said there was a “ palpable feeling of relief ” that the secret they had talked over during the past few months was finally out in the public domain .
A source said : “ Holly loves his wife @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had been having some really difficult conversations .
She was there for them both during this time and would , of course , never betray their confidence .
“ This is very much Phil ’ s story , but it ’ s been a big weight on Holly ’ s shoulders too .
`` But she ’ s just delighted it ’ s finally out of the open .
Phil considers Holly a rock throughout all of this.
” One This Morning insider told how Schofield “ had not been himself at all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ past few months , saying : “ It ’ s clear he has been struggling both behind and , to some degree , in front of the camera too .
“ As the minutes passed as he told his story on the sofa , and even before when he decided that today was the day , his troubled mood started to lift .
Bit by bit , as the massive burden he ’ s carried for a long time began to ease .
“ And don ’ t forget it has been very @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with him through this .
“ Today she also put a sword to the nonsense that they had drifted apart.
” Most staff on This Morning were “ completely in the dark ” before Schofield ’ s sudden appearance on the sofa on Friday .
It wasn ’ t until he arrived with an entourage , including ITV boss Kevin Lygo , that they twigged something was afoot .
A backstage source said : “ It was very much a military operation .
Suddenly Holly and Phil arrived with so many people and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ After his speech , everyone rushed up to congratulate him before he was whisked away again.
” He said : “ It ’ s a hugely powerful and courageous move Phillip has made to be open about himself , particularly in the public eye at a time when everyone will have an opinion on social media .
“ It ’ s a massive moment , I think for him and for society in general .
`` Having high-profile , visible , out LGBT people can make a massive difference , not just to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be able to watch something and see themselves reflected and someone who they identify with , but also for the general public to see and hear the stories of LGBT people can go a long way in changing the way that people see and think and feel about LGBT people as a community.
” Little Britain star Matt Lucas , 45 , was among the first celebrities to share their support for Schofield .
He referred to the puppet Gordon the Gopher , who appeared alongside Schofield in the Broom Cupboard on Children @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lucas tweeted : “ I ’ m not surprised about Phillip Schofield .
`` Growing up I remember him presenting with Gordon the Gopher from inside that closet !
Joking aside , that can not have been an easy statement to make .
People come out at different stages in their lives .
Good luck , Phillip xxxx.
” Good Morning Britain host Piers Morgan , 54 , tweeted : “ Takes a lot of guts to do this , not least when you ’ re a very public figure & know it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ public way .
Sending my very best to @ schofe & his family.
” Actor and singer John Barrowman , 52 , who appears with Schofield on ITV series Dancing on Ice , welcomed his news and said “ the nation loves you for who you are ” .
On Instagram , he said : “ So proud of you and your family Phillip .
Welcome to your truth and authentic self .
“ Can ’ t wait to hug you and don ’ t worry we got your back we are £LGBTQ+strong @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ice contestant and Steps star Ian “ H ” Watkins , 43 , posted on Instagram : “ Bravo Phillip for your honesty.. Coming out is difficult but your family , friends and fans will be proud of you being your authentic self .
`` I ’ m proud of your bravery .
Welcome officially to our beautiful rainbow family !
We and our allies will keep you safe xx £lgbtq £lgbt.
” Hollyoaks star Kieron Richardson , 34 , recalled the time he talked to Schofield and Willoughby about his own sexuality @ @ @ @ @ @ @ posted : “ Phillip and Holly were the first people I told on @ thismorning 10 years ago ... letting me be brave and honest and confronting my truth .
“ It was the best thing I did and have nothing but love and respect for him today ALL hail scofe !
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” Fellow TV host Dermot O ’ Leary , 46 , also sent his support to Schofield on Twitter , writing : “ Sending big love to the Schofield and his family , @ Schofe Stand up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ X.
” This Morning star Dr Ranj Singh , 40 , tweeted that “ coming to terms with & being your authentic self is never easy , especially in the public eye ” .
He added that what Schofield had done was “ incredibly courageous , powerful & will help so many .
I am beaming with pride for him ” .
He said : “ I ’ m even more proud of his family who seem so wonderful .
£loveislove.
” Love Island celebrity Chris Hughes , 27 , said Schofield was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the first time I met him , always asking how my family are , deserves a world of happiness , and hope this bravery provides him that .
Great to see.
” Pointless star Richard Osman , 49 , posted : “ When you create a new entertainment show and start discussing who should host , the first name on the list is always Phillip Schofield .
`` That ’ s a fact .
He ’ s just the very best at what he does , and the public adore him .
Looking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ charm and brilliance.
” Schofield began dreaming of dazzling us with that charm and brilliance at an early age .
After a brief spell in infant school when he wanted to be a gravedigger , he knew early on that he was destined for television .
At the age of 10 , he had a Ladybird book about TV , which included a map of Television Centre .
By the time he was 17 years old , he had already sent 100 or more application letters , and finally landed a job as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
His success in the CBBC Broom Cupboard with the nation ’ s favourite puppet , Gordon the Gopher , led to a dream job on BBC1 ’ s Saturday morning Going Live !
kids ’ show with Sarah Greene .
He stayed for six series , from 1987 to 1993 .
He took on the role of Joseph in the West End production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat after Jason Donovan quit in 1991 .
He also presented the game show Talking Telephone Numbers from 1994 to 1997 .
But @ @ @ @ @ @ @ when This Morning came knocking with the offer of a permanent job in 2002 , after John Leslie ’ s sudden departure .
It was there , first alongside Fern Britton , and then with Holly – his own pick– that he cemented his place as the king of daytime TV .
He has presented Dancing on Ice , with Holly since 2006 , and was the natural choice to co-present coverage of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle ’ s wedding in 2018 .
It has all helped firmly establish him as one @ @ @ @ @ @ @

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EXCLUSIVE Phillip Schofield has described his co-host Holly Willoughby as behaving 'like a sister' during his challenges of months of revealing his true sexuality
Phillip Schofield had 'shoulder to cry on' with Holly as his rock who kept his secret
He has described her as “like a sister” and, when he realised it was time to admit his true sexuality, to the public as well as his family, Phillip Schofield turned to Holly Willoughby for support.
He often broke down in tears as he shared his anguish, and a source close to the broadcasters said there was a “palpable feeling of relief” that the secret they had talked over during the past few months was finally out in the public domain.
A source said: “Holly loves his wife Steph and knows the two of them had been having some really difficult conversations. She was there for them both during this time and would, of course, never betray their confidence.
“This is very much Phil’s story, but it’s been a big weight on Holly’s shoulders too.
"But she’s just delighted it’s finally out of the open. Phil considers Holly a rock throughout all of this.”
One This Morning insider told how Schofield “had not been himself at all” on the ITV show in the past few months, saying: “It’s clear he has been struggling both behind and, to some degree, in front of the camera too.
“As the minutes passed as he told his story on the sofa, and even before when he decided that today was the day, his troubled mood started to lift. Bit by bit, as the massive burden he’s carried for a long time began to ease.
Image: ITV) ITV)
“And don’t forget it has been very stressful for Holly, who has been with him through this.
“Today she also put a sword to the nonsense that they had drifted apart.”
Most staff on This Morning were “completely in the dark” before Schofield’s sudden appearance on the sofa on Friday.
It wasn’t until he arrived with an entourage, including ITV boss Kevin Lygo, that they twigged something was afoot.
A backstage source said: “It was very much a military operation. Suddenly Holly and Phil arrived with so many people and everyone wondered what was up.
“After his speech, everyone rushed up to congratulate him before he was whisked away again.”
Schofield’s announcement was welcomed by equality charity Stonewall’s Jeff Ingold.
He said: “It’s a hugely powerful and courageous move Phillip has made to be open about himself, particularly in the public eye at a time when everyone will have an opinion on social media.
“It’s a massive moment, I think for him and for society in general.
"Having high-profile, visible, out LGBT people can make a massive difference, not just to the lives of LGBT people, to be able to watch something and see themselves reflected and someone who they identify with, but also for the general public to see and hear the stories of LGBT people can go a long way in changing the way that people see and think and feel about LGBT people as a community.”
Little Britain star Matt Lucas, 45, was among the first celebrities to share their support for Schofield.
He referred to the puppet Gordon the Gopher, who appeared alongside Schofield in the Broom Cupboard on Children’s BBC in the 1980s. Lucas tweeted: “I’m not surprised about Phillip Schofield.
"Growing up I remember him presenting with Gordon the Gopher from inside that closet! Joking aside, that cannot have been an easy statement to make. People come out at different stages in their lives. Good luck, Phillip xxxx.”
Image: ITV) ITV)
Good Morning Britain host Piers Morgan, 54, tweeted: “Takes a lot of guts to do this, not least when you’re a very public figure & know it will all be dissected in a very public way. Sending my very best to @schofe & his family.”
Actor and singer John Barrowman, 52, who appears with Schofield on ITV series Dancing on Ice, welcomed his news and said “the nation loves you for who you are”.
On Instagram, he said: “So proud of you and your family Phillip. Welcome to your truth and authentic self.
“Can’t wait to hug you and don’t worry we got your back we are £LGBTQ+strong,” he added.
Dancing On Ice contestant and Steps star Ian “H” Watkins, 43, posted on Instagram: “Bravo Phillip for your honesty.. Coming out is difficult but your family, friends and fans will be proud of you being your authentic self.
"I’m proud of your bravery. Welcome officially to our beautiful rainbow family! We and our allies will keep you safe xx £lgbtq £lgbt.”
Hollyoaks star Kieron Richardson, 34, recalled the time he talked to Schofield and Willoughby about his own sexuality on This Morning in 2010.
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He posted: “Phillip and Holly were the first people I told on @thismorning 10 years ago ... letting me be brave and honest and confronting my truth.
“It was the best thing I did and have nothing but love and respect for him today ALL hail scofe!!!!!”
Fellow TV host Dermot O’Leary, 46, also sent his support to Schofield on Twitter, writing: “Sending big love to the Schofield and his family, @Schofe Stand up guy, heart of a lion. X.”
This Morning star Dr Ranj Singh, 40, tweeted that “coming to terms with & being your authentic self is never easy, especially in the public eye”.
He added that what Schofield had done was “incredibly courageous, powerful & will help so many. I am beaming with pride for him”. He said: “I’m even more proud of his family who seem so wonderful. £loveislove.”
Love Island celebrity Chris Hughes, 27, said Schofield was “nothing but a great guy since the first time I met him, always asking how my family are, deserves a world of happiness, and hope this bravery provides him that. Great to see.”
Pointless star Richard Osman, 49, posted: “When you create a new entertainment show and start discussing who should host, the first name on the list is always Phillip Schofield.
Image: EMPICS Entertainment) EMPICS Entertainment)
Image: S Meddle/ITV/REX) S Meddle/ITV/REX)
"That’s a fact. He’s just the very best at what he does, and the public adore him. Looking forward to many more years of his charm and brilliance.”
Schofield began dreaming of dazzling us with that charm and brilliance at an early age.
After a brief spell in infant school when he wanted to be a gravedigger, he knew early on that he was destined for television.
At the age of 10, he had a Ladybird book about TV, which included a map of Television Centre. By the time he was 17 years old, he had already sent 100 or more application letters, and finally landed a job as the youngest booking clerk at BBC Radio.
His success in the CBBC Broom Cupboard with the nation’s favourite puppet, Gordon the Gopher, led to a dream job on BBC1’s Saturday morning Going Live! kids’ show with Sarah Greene. He stayed for six series, from 1987 to 1993.
He took on the role of Joseph in the West End production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat after Jason Donovan quit in 1991. He also presented the game show Talking Telephone Numbers from 1994 to 1997.
But he really shot back into mainstream TV when This Morning came knocking with the offer of a permanent job in 2002, after John Leslie’s sudden departure.
It was there, first alongside Fern Britton, and then with Holly – his own pick– that he cemented his place as the king of daytime TV.
He has presented Dancing on Ice, with Holly since 2006, and was the natural choice to co-present coverage of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding in 2018.
It has all helped firmly establish him as one of TV’s biggest stars.


thedailymirror--2020-02-07--The Masked Singer judges 'will all return' to show for a second series later this year

The first series of The Masked Singer UK has proven to be a huge hit and ITV are hoping to repeat the winning formula by making sure they sign up this season 's panel of star judges for a second season , to be broadcast later this year .
Chat show host Jonathan Ross , singer Rita Ora , presenter Davina Mccall and US actor and comedian Ken Jeong have all been asked to return for another go round at trying to guess the singers being the elaborate masks and costumes .
And host Joel Dommett , who has also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ first prime time presenting role is also said to be making a comeback .
Viewers have n't been able to get enough of series one with shock reveals already including Skin from British rock group Skunk Anansie who was dressed as a Duck and US songstress Kelis , who had a number one hit with Milkshake , who wore a sexy daisy costume .
Other surprise reveals saw football manager and former striker for Manchester United and Tottenham Teddy Sheringham unveiled from underneath a tree costume and Scissor Sisters singer Jake Shears unmasked @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the show , which comes on on Saturdays nights and regularly pulls in six million viewers , made its debut in Korea .
It has also been a huge hit in America , where Ken Jeong is also a judge alongside Jenny McCarthy , Nicole Scherzinger and Robin Thicke .
A source told the Sun : “ Producers loved the chemistry between the talent .
They want to recreate it on the next series and are planning to secure them with new contracts .
“ The feeling is reciprocated by the judges @ @ @ @ @ @ @ surprised by the positive reception from viewers .
They are already starting to think about unlikely singers they can unearth to perform in the spectacular costumes.
” Speculation about the singers featured on the show has grown to such a pitch that social media is full of celebs bluffing and double bluffing about who is taking part .
But given some of the steps to maintain celebs ’ anonymity their identities are almost anyone 's guess .
Joel , 34 , reckons just a handful of the show ’ s staff know who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said the entrants performing for Rita Ora , Jonathan Ross , Davina McCall , Donny Osmond and Ken Jeong are made to wear helmets in the studio to obscure their faces .
But even that is not enough .
Former I ’ m a Celeb contestant Joel said : “ They also have their own rooms and wear hoodies which say ‘ Don ’ t talk to me.
’ “ If they have a make-up artist or an agent with them they all wear them too .
“ All the crew are guessing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I have no idea .
“ They have their own change areas and they can ’ t leave without seeing each other .
They are also all isolated from each other .
Celebrities are now on Instagram saying it ’ s not them .
The show ’ s mad .
It ’ s so interesting.
” So far , seven of the stars have been revealed on The Masked Singer , whose final is a week on Saturday .

Jonathan Ross, Rita Ora, Davina McCall and Ken Jeong and have all been asked to come back by ITV for another season of the hit show
The Masked Singer judges 'will all return' to show for a second series later this year
The first series of The Masked Singer UK has proven to be a huge hit and ITV are hoping to repeat the winning formula by making sure they sign up this season's panel of star judges for a second season, to be broadcast later this year.
Chat show host Jonathan Ross, singer Rita Ora, presenter Davina Mccall and US actor and comedian Ken Jeong have all been asked to return for another go round at trying to guess the singers being the elaborate masks and costumes.
And host Joel Dommett, who has also proven popular with viewers, in his first prime time presenting role is also said to be making a comeback.
Image: ITV) ITV)
Viewers haven't been able to get enough of series one with shock reveals already including Skin from British rock group Skunk Anansie who was dressed as a Duck and US songstress Kelis, who had a number one hit with Milkshake, who wore a sexy daisy costume.
Other surprise reveals saw football manager and former striker for Manchester United and Tottenham Teddy Sheringham unveiled from underneath a tree costume and Scissor Sisters singer Jake Shears unmasked as the Unicorn.
Image: ITV) ITV)
The UK version of the show, which comes on on Saturdays nights and regularly pulls in six million viewers, made its debut in Korea. It has also been a huge hit in America, where Ken Jeong is also a judge alongside Jenny McCarthy, Nicole Scherzinger and Robin Thicke.
A source told the Sun : “Producers loved the chemistry between the talent. They want to recreate it on the next series and are planning to secure them with new contracts.
“The feeling is reciprocated by the judges, who are all delighted and pleasantly surprised by the positive reception from viewers.
Image: ITV) ITV)
They are already starting to think about unlikely singers they can unearth to perform in the spectacular costumes.”
Speculation about the singers featured on the show has grown to such a pitch that social media is full of celebs bluffing and double bluffing about who is taking part.
But given some of the steps to maintain celebs’ anonymity their identities are almost anyone's guess.
Joel, 34, reckons just a handful of the show’s staff know who is in the disguises.
The comedian said the entrants performing for Rita Ora, Jonathan Ross, Davina McCall, Donny Osmond and Ken Jeong are made to wear helmets in the studio to obscure their faces.
Image: ITV) ITV)
But even that is not enough. Former I’m a Celeb contestant Joel said: “They also have their own rooms and wear hoodies which say ‘Don’t talk to me.’
“If they have a make-up artist or an agent with them they all wear them too.
“All the crew are guessing. I am in the dark. I have no idea.
“They have their own change areas and they can’t leave without seeing each other. They are also all isolated from each other.
Celebrities are now on Instagram saying it’s not them. The show’s mad. It’s so interesting.”
So far, seven of the stars have been revealed on The Masked Singer, whose final is a week on Saturday.


thedailymirror--2020-02-07--Sam Underhill ready for boom or bust Scotland showdown for England's Six Nations hopes

Sam Underhill has admitted it is win or bust for England ’ s Six Nations title hopes at Murrayfield today The Bath flanker headed north with his phone switched off to escape taunts from his grandmother , brother in law and sister ’ s boyfriend - all of whom are Scottish .
But he does not need anyone to point out to him the magnitude of this Calcutta Cup clash in the wake of England ’ s horror show in France a week ago .
Asked if defeat would spell the end of England ’ s title dream , Underhill @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of winning it , I ’ d imagine so .
“ The pressure is on , but it is something you can ignore and try to play down or something you can embrace .
As players I think we ’ ve got to embrace it because that is what creates good performances.
” Not last week it didn ’ t , when France had home crowd advantage and a point to prove after the World Cup and blew England away in the first half .
Owen Farrell ’ s team faces equally determined @ @ @ @ @ @ @ house behind Scotland , who are fuelled by a blend of encouragement and frustration after going so close in Ireland .
Scottish captain Stuart Hogg emerged from an eve-of-battle meeting with world boxing champion Josh Taylor to speak of his side ’ s “ desperation ” to keep the Calcutta Cup for a third straight year .
“ A lot of people have said there will be a good reaction from England and they will be ready to rock and roll , ” said the Exeter fullback .
“ Well we will have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ready.
” No individual will be keener to atone for last week than Hogg , who dropped the ball over the Irish line to cough up what was potentially the match-winning try .
But the England squad have also spent the week chewing on glass , counting down the hours to this shot at redemption .
Players who only three months ago were being lauded for their near perfect semi-final win over New Zealand are not enjoying the criticism that has come their way .
“ When you have a disappointing result there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ than another game , ” said Underhill .
“ The fact this one happens to be a Calcutta Cup is even better for us because there ’ s more pressure and pressure is what you need to perform at your best.
” He remembers back to his last time at Murrayfield , when by his own admission he was naive to the depth of Scottish ‘ feeling ’ towards the auld enemy .
Forewarned is forearmed and 12 months on from gifting Scotland a draw by blowing a 31-0 lead , England know @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ It is everything you might expect , very emotional and passionate , ” said George Ford , who must control territory if England are to beat the Scots for the first time since 2017 .
“ It ’ s about having an awareness and understanding of that but not losing sight of what WE need to do.
” England warmed up with a fierce midweek training session , a “ real big hit out ” according to Jonny May , “ which allowed us to let some steam off .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more I realise it ’ s a mental game .
You can sense it , you can feel it , you can see it .
When a team is on it and that mental edge is out-edging the other team they probably win .
”

England will look to get back to winning ways in the Six Nations against Scotland - and back row Sam Underhill admits it is boom or bust for their title ambitions
Sam Underhill has admitted it is win or bust for England’s Six Nations title hopes at Murrayfield today
The Bath flanker headed north with his phone switched off to escape taunts from his grandmother, brother in law and sister’s boyfriend - all of whom are Scottish.
But he does not need anyone to point out to him the magnitude of this Calcutta Cup clash in the wake of England’s horror show in France a week ago.
Asked if defeat would spell the end of England’s title dream, Underhill admitted: “In terms of likelihood of winning it, I’d imagine so.
“The pressure is on, but it is something you can ignore and try to play down or something you can embrace. As players I think we’ve got to embrace it because that is what creates good performances.”
Image: PA) PA)
Not last week it didn’t, when France had home crowd advantage and a point to prove after the World Cup and blew England away in the first half.
Owen Farrell’s team faces equally determined opponents this evening, with a full house behind Scotland, who are fuelled by a blend of encouragement and frustration after going so close in Ireland.
Scottish captain Stuart Hogg emerged from an eve-of-battle meeting with world boxing champion Josh Taylor to speak of his side’s “desperation” to keep the Calcutta Cup for a third straight year.
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
“A lot of people have said there will be a good reaction from England and they will be ready to rock and roll,” said the Exeter fullback. “Well we will have a reaction too. We’re ready.”
No individual will be keener to atone for last week than Hogg, who dropped the ball over the Irish line to cough up what was potentially the match-winning try.
But the England squad have also spent the week chewing on glass, counting down the hours to this shot at redemption.
Players who only three months ago were being lauded for their near perfect semi-final win over New Zealand are not enjoying the criticism that has come their way.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
“When you have a disappointing result there’s nothing more that you want than another game,” said Underhill. “The fact this one happens to be a Calcutta Cup is even better for us because there’s more pressure and pressure is what you need to perform at your best.”
He remembers back to his last time at Murrayfield, when by his own admission he was naive to the depth of Scottish ‘feeling’ towards the auld enemy.
Forewarned is forearmed and 12 months on from gifting Scotland a draw by blowing a 31-0 lead, England know exactly what they are getting themselves into.
“It is everything you might expect, very emotional and passionate,” said George Ford, who must control territory if England are to beat the Scots for the first time since 2017.
“It’s about having an awareness and understanding of that but not losing sight of what WE need to do.”
England warmed up with a fierce midweek training session, a “real big hit out” according to Jonny May, “which allowed us to let some steam off.
“But the more I play rugby the more I realise it’s a mental game. You can sense it, you can feel it, you can see it. When a team is on it and that mental edge is out-edging the other team they probably win.”


thedailymirror--2020-02-07--England coach insists Red Rose won't blow it against Scotland despite Storm Ciara threat

Owen Farrell and his England rugby team mates flew into a storm insisting they are ready for anything Scotland or the elements throw at them on Saturday .
Twenty years after England ’ s Calcutta Cup hopes perished in a Murrayfield squall , shocking weather is forecast for Saturday evening ’ s Six Nations showdown .
But Red Rose coach John Mitchell says it holds no fear for a team bent on bouncing back from defeat in France six days ago .
“ We ’ re ready for anything , ” claimed Mitchell as the Met Office warned that Storm @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the UK for seven years .
“ We ’ ve looked at all situations that could occur and weather is certainly one of those .
It ’ s important for us to be adaptable in that chaos.
” In 2000 England were ambushed by the weather and had Grand Slam hopes washed away by a flash storm they failed to spot on the forecast .
Last year they were embarrassed again , this time at Twickenham , by Scotland coming back from 31-0 down to retain the Calcutta Cup they had won on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ legend Scott Hastings believes that his fly-half nephew Adam can steer the Scots to another famous result against the auld enemy .
“ There ’ s going to be an electric atmosphere at Murrayfield , ” he warned .
“ A pal of mine once said the great thing about the Scots is when they lose it ’ s like attending a wake but when they win it ’ s like having a second New Year .
“ We of course hope it ’ s the latter but everyone knows England were World @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of bouncing back from last week ’ s loss .
“ But add in that rivalry , tinged with a little bit of hatred and a little bit of jealousy - the edge the Calcutta Cup brings - and you ’ ve got a melting pot of pressure rugby .
”

Eddie Jones claims he's picked his best available squad for Scotland trip
Eddie Jones claims he's picked his best available squad for Scotland trip
Twenty years after England’s Calcutta Cup hopes perished in a Murrayfield squall, shocking weather is forecast for Saturday evening’s Six Nations showdown
Owen Farrell and his England rugby team mates flew into a storm insisting they are ready for anything Scotland or the elements throw at them on Saturday.
Twenty years after England’s Calcutta Cup hopes perished in a Murrayfield squall, shocking weather is forecast for Saturday evening’s Six Nations showdown.
But Red Rose coach John Mitchell says it holds no fear for a team bent on bouncing back from defeat in France six days ago.
“We’re ready for anything,” claimed Mitchell as the Met Office warned that Storm Ciara could be the worst to hit the UK for seven years.
“We’ve looked at all situations that could occur and weather is certainly one of those. It’s important for us to be adaptable in that chaos.”
Image: PA) PA)
In 2000 England were ambushed by the weather and had Grand Slam hopes washed away by a flash storm they failed to spot on the forecast.
Last year they were embarrassed again, this time at Twickenham, by Scotland coming back from 31-0 down to retain the Calcutta Cup they had won on home turf the year before.
Tartan legend Scott Hastings believes that his fly-half nephew Adam can steer the Scots to another famous result against the auld enemy.
Image: PA) PA)
“There’s going to be an electric atmosphere at Murrayfield,” he warned. “A pal of mine once said the great thing about the Scots is when they lose it’s like attending a wake but when they win it’s like having a second New Year.
“We of course hope it’s the latter but everyone knows England were World Cup finalists so are more than capable of bouncing back from last week’s loss.
“But add in that rivalry, tinged with a little bit of hatred and a little bit of jealousy - the edge the Calcutta Cup brings - and you’ve got a melting pot of pressure rugby.”


thedailymirror--2020-02-07--Phillip Schofield's mum 'staggered' and 'inspired' when he came out to her but 'doesn't care'

Phillip Schofield ’ s mum Pat said she “ couldn ’ t be more proud ” of her son after he came out as gay , despite the star admitting he had caused immense pain to wife Stephanie Lowe and their girls .
Speaking exclusively to the Mirror , Pat , 83 , told how she was staggered when he visited her to relay the news .
She then watched as the This Morning presenter told the world yesterday in an emotional interview with co-host Holly Willoughby minutes after releasing a statement .
Pat said : “ For him to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ many people was inspiring , because I know how hard it was for him to do .
“ I love Steph and the girls more than anything in the world and I will always be there for them .
“ When Phillip drove to Cornwall to tell me , the first thing I said was I don ’ t care .
“ Yes it was a shock , but nothing as a family that we can ’ t support and applaud.
” Pat , who has another son , Tim , added : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ both fill me with so much pride.
” Phillip had earlier told Holly how he had grappled for “ the past few years ” with the realisation that he could no longer keep his true sexuality a secret .
Friends say it came as a devastating blow to his loyal wife of nearly 27 years , and mother of their grown-up daughters , Molly and Ruby .
One said : “ Steph is being a rock for Phillip , as she always has been , but there ’ s no denying she is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ She and the girls love him very much and will support him as much as they can , but the knowledge they have been living a lie for so long is terribly hurtful .
`` It ’ s humiliating to think that you ’ re married to someone who doesn ’ t love you in the way you love them.
” Phillip , 57 , admitted coming clean had led to some “ heartbreaking conversations ” .
And he said he was haunted by guilt over how his family were feeling .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ m also very , very aware , there ’ s no question it causes pain and upset , ” he told Holly .
“ I am , very conscious of the hurt , so my overriding emotion for my family is obviously going to be guilt because I do feel guilty that this can ’ t be anything other than a painful process.
” In his statement earlier Phillip had spoken of “ some very dark moments ” as he came to terms with his “ inner conflict ” over his sexuality @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , quite rightly , being gay is a reason to celebrate and be proud .
“ Yes , I am feeling pain and confusion , but that comes only from the hurt that I am causing to my family.
” Phillip was overcome with emotion as he explained to viewers : “ We ’ ve been honest and open .
“ Steph – I can ’ t write in any statement what I feel about that woman .
“ She ’ s amazing , she ’ s incredible .
There is no one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ me , as a wife , as the way she ’ s supported me .
She ’ s astonishing , literally astonishing.
” Philip was born in Oldham , Lancs , but grew up in Newquay , Cornwall , with his French-polisher dad Brian , and Pat , who worked in a care home .
Phillip ’ s early life was a million miles from the showbiz spotlight .
But he went on to find fame as a BBC children ’ s presenter .
It was while working there that he met Stephanie @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time .
The pair married in 1993 at Ackergill Tower in Scotland , before moving to Henley-on-Thames , Oxon .
They welcomed first daughter Molly later the same year , with sister Ruby coming along three years later .
Phillip has previously told viewers how he proposed by putting an engagement ring in an advent calendar .
“ She opened it and I hopped out of bed starkers and got down on one knee , ” he said .
His revelation to viewers about his sexuality came at 10am , as Eamonn Holmes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ show .
They passed over to Phillip , who was sitting alongside Holly , saying he had some “ personal ” news to share .
Holly then told the watching audience that she had “ never been more proud of my friend ” before reading his statement .
Phillip claimed his decision to come out of the closet was unprompted by any external factors .
He insisted : “ This is absolutely my decision .
“ It was something I knew that I had to do .
I don ’ t know how @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will think.
” Holly asked how he felt now that his secret , which she had known about for some time , was public knowledge .
He said : “ It ’ s funny because you have all been so supportive , and so loving and caring and my entire family have grabbed us and said , ‘ It ’ s OK , we love you , we ’ re proud of you ’ and every person I tell , it gets a little lighter .
“ I have made my decision , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for my head and it ’ s principally the reason why I ’ ve done this .
“ Of course I ’ m really very aware that Steph and the girls are at home watching this , and we ’ re all together .
“ They ’ ve been supporting us to this moment , they all knew it was coming.
” Quizzed on why he had chosen this moment to come out , Phillip told her : “ You know that this has been bothering me for a very long time .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ own speed , when they feel the time is right and there ’ s no question it has , in recent times , consumed my head .
I got to the stage where I thought , ‘ We sit here every day and some amazingly brave , incredible person is here and I ’ m listening to their story thinking , ‘ I have to be that person ’ .
” Asked if he wanted to start a new relationship , Phillip insisted : “ No , I don ’ t think so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
I ’ m doing each day at a time now and this has always been a slow process.
” Phillip said that telling his daughters had been particularly tough but they had embraced him afterwards .
“ It wasn ’ t easy , but they are so amazing in their love and support .
“ I sat them down and I told them , and they jumped up and gave me a big hug and then hugged Steph and said , ‘ It ’ s OK ’ .
We ’ ll always @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , then gave her pal a cuddle telling him : “ Whatever happens in the future , I ’ ll be sat by your side , forever.
” Ruth and Eamonn , who were rumoured to have been locked in a bitter feud with Phillip , then also came over to hug him on the sofa .
And Eamonn cheekily joked he now understood why Phillip and Holly ’ s partners had never minded the pair hanging out together in a hot tub .
Coming out is hard , but the right thing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ openly gay player currently playing professional rugby league .
Like Phillip Schofield , the Halifax prop hid his sexuality , dating women and marrying Sara in 2011 .
Keegan , now 31 and divorced , says : “ I send my love and support to Phillip .
He ’ s a 57-year-old man .
Isn ’ t it sad he has to wait until this point in his life where he has felt comfortable enough in himself , and with his surroundings , that he can finally come out ?
“ But he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” Keegan , who had two children with Sara before coming out in 2015 , added : “ It ’ s well-documented I had suicidal thoughts before I came out .
I thought that was the only way out .
“ So do you take your own life ?
Sit and suffer ?
“ Or do you cause a bit of upset which isn ’ t enjoyable or nice for anybody , but in the long term is the right thing to do ?
It ’ s the best option .
“ That @ @ @ @ @ @ @ important , if only to shine a light on the fact that we need to make the world a more open and inclusive place .
”

mirrornews@mirror.co.uk (Tom Bryant, Nicola Methven)

PHILLIP SCHOFIELD TELLS HOLLY ABOUT COMING OUT TO HIS MUM
PHILLIP SCHOFIELD TELLS HOLLY ABOUT COMING OUT TO HIS MUM
EXCLUSIVE: After This Morning star Phillip Schofield came out as gay, his mum spoke exclusively to the Mirror, revealing the moment he drove to Cornwall to tell her - and the first thing she said
Phillip Schofield’s mum Pat said she “couldn’t be more proud” of her son after he came out as gay, despite the star admitting he had caused immense pain to wife Stephanie Lowe and their girls.
Speaking exclusively to the Mirror, Pat, 83, told how she was staggered when he visited her to relay the news.
She then watched as the This Morning presenter told the world yesterday in an emotional interview with co-host Holly Willoughby minutes after releasing a statement.
Pat said: “For him to be so brave in front of so many people was inspiring, because I know how hard it was for him to do.
“I love Steph and the girls more than anything in the world and I will always be there for them.
“When Phillip drove to Cornwall to tell me, the first thing I said was I don’t care.
“Yes it was a shock, but nothing as a family that we can’t support and applaud.”
Image: PA) PA)
Pat, who has another son, Tim, added: “I love my boys, they both fill me with so much pride.”
Phillip had earlier told Holly how he had grappled for “the past few years” with the realisation that he could no longer keep his true sexuality a secret.
Friends say it came as a devastating blow to his loyal wife of nearly 27 years, and mother of their grown-up daughters, Molly and Ruby.
One said: “Steph is being a rock for Phillip, as she always has been, but there’s no denying she is absolutely shattered by all this.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
“She and the girls love him very much and will support him as much as they can, but the knowledge they have been living a lie for so long is terribly hurtful.
"It’s humiliating to think that you’re married to someone who doesn’t love you in the way you love them.”
Phillip, 57, admitted coming clean had led to some “heartbreaking conversations”.
And he said he was haunted by guilt over how his family were feeling.
“I feel a little lighter but I’m also very, very aware, there’s no question it causes pain and upset,” he told Holly.
Image: Internet Unknown) Internet Unknown)
“I am, very conscious of the hurt, so my overriding emotion for my family is obviously going to be guilt because I do feel guilty that this can’t be anything other than a painful process.”
In his statement earlier Phillip had spoken of “some very dark moments” as he came to terms with his “inner conflict” over his sexuality.
But he added: “Today, quite rightly, being gay is a reason to celebrate and be proud.
“Yes, I am feeling pain and confusion, but that comes only from the hurt that I am causing to my family.”
Image: ITV) ITV)
Phillip was overcome with emotion as he explained to viewers: “We’ve been honest and open.
“Steph – I can’t write in any statement what I feel about that woman.
“She’s amazing, she’s incredible. There is no one in my life who would have supported me, as a wife, as the way she’s supported me. She’s astonishing, literally astonishing.”
Philip was born in Oldham, Lancs, but grew up in Newquay, Cornwall, with his French-polisher dad Brian, and Pat, who worked in a care home. Phillip’s early life was a million miles from the showbiz spotlight.
Image: ITV) ITV)
But he went on to find fame as a BBC children’s presenter.
It was while working there that he met Stephanie who was a production assistant at the time.
The pair married in 1993 at Ackergill Tower in Scotland, before moving to Henley-on-Thames, Oxon.
They welcomed first daughter Molly later the same year, with sister Ruby coming along three years later.
Phillip has previously told viewers how he proposed by putting an engagement ring in an advent calendar. “She opened it and I hopped out of bed starkers and got down on one knee,” he said.
Image: S Meddle/ITV/REX) S Meddle/ITV/REX)
His revelation to viewers about his sexuality came at 10am, as Eamonn Holmes and his wife Ruth Langsford fronted the show.
They passed over to Phillip, who was sitting alongside Holly, saying he had some “personal” news to share.
Holly then told the watching audience that she had “never been more proud of my friend” before reading his statement.
Phillip claimed his decision to come out of the closet was unprompted by any external factors. He insisted: “This is absolutely my decision.
Image: S Meddle/ITV/REX) S Meddle/ITV/REX)
“It was something I knew that I had to do. I don’t know how this will be taken or what people will think.”
Holly asked how he felt now that his secret, which she had known about for some time, was public knowledge.
He said: “It’s funny because you have all been so supportive, and so loving and caring and my entire family have grabbed us and said, ‘It’s OK, we love you, we’re proud of you’ and every person I tell, it gets a little lighter.
“I have made my decision, which is essential for me and essential for my head and it’s principally the reason why I’ve done this.
“Of course I’m really very aware that Steph and the girls are at home watching this, and we’re all together.
“They’ve been supporting us to this moment, they all knew it was coming.”
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Quizzed on why he had chosen this moment to come out, Phillip told her: “You know that this has been bothering me for a very long time.
“Everybody does these things at their own speed, when they feel the time is right and there’s no question it has, in recent times, consumed my head. I got to the stage where I thought, ‘We sit here every day and some amazingly brave, incredible person is here and I’m listening to their story thinking, ‘I have to be that person’.”
Asked if he wanted to start a new relationship, Phillip insisted: “No, I don’t think so. I’m not thinking there. I’m doing each day at a time now and this has always been a slow process.”
Phillip said that telling his daughters had been particularly tough but they had embraced him afterwards.
“It wasn’t easy, but they are so amazing in their love and support.
“I sat them down and I told them, and they jumped up and gave me a big hug and then hugged Steph and said, ‘It’s OK’. We’ll always be a family.”
Holly, 38, then gave her pal a cuddle telling him: “Whatever happens in the future, I’ll be sat by your side, forever.”
Ruth and Eamonn, who were rumoured to have been locked in a bitter feud with Phillip, then also came over to hug him on the sofa.
And Eamonn cheekily joked he now understood why Phillip and Holly’s partners had never minded the pair hanging out together in a hot tub.
Coming out is hard, but the right thing to do
Image: Peter Powell / Sunday Mirror) Peter Powell / Sunday Mirror)
Keegan Hirst is the only openly gay player currently playing professional rugby league.
Like Phillip Schofield, the Halifax prop hid his sexuality, dating women and marrying Sara in 2011.
Keegan, now 31 and divorced, says: “I send my love and support to Phillip. He’s a 57-year-old man. Isn’t it sad he has to wait until this point in his life where he has felt comfortable enough in himself, and with his surroundings, that he can finally come out?
“But he has 100% done the right thing.”
Image: Peter Powell) Peter Powell)
Keegan, who had two children with Sara before coming out in 2015, added: “It’s well-documented I had suicidal thoughts before I came out. I thought that was the only way out.
“So do you take your own life? Sit and suffer?
“Or do you cause a bit of upset which isn’t enjoyable or nice for anybody, but in the long term is the right thing to do? It’s the best option.
“That Phillip has come out now is so important, if only to shine a light on the fact that we need to make the world a more open and inclusive place.”


thedailymirror--2020-02-07--EuroMillions: One lucky ticket holder scoops £110m super jackpot

One lucky ticket holder has bagged the €130million ( £110million jackpot ) in tonight ' EuroMillions Super Jackpot .
The next estimated jackpot is now £14million .
EuroMillions.com revealed : “ The single winning jackpot ticket matching 5 main numbers and 2 Lucky Stars was purchased in Spain.
” The winning numbers for the main draw were 9 , 15 , 17 , 25 , 40 and the lucky stars were 3 and 9 .
And 4 , 15 , 33 , 40 and 43 were the numbers drawn in the Plus draw .
The lucky EuroMillions player is now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has an estimated £49million , and Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe , worth £90million .
Meanwhile a lucky Irish punter has scooped €500,000 in the EuroMillions draw .
The Dublin player is now half a million euro richer after claiming the top prize in the Plus draw .
The win tonight caps off a special week in the EuroMillions , which Camelot said was a bumper 'Winning Week ' .
On Tuesday night , in the Millionaire Maker game - which all EuroMillions ticket holders are automatically entered into - there were 20 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rather than the usual single ticket .
Meanwhile tonight , the special 'Super Jackpot Draw ' has seen the equivalent of £110million won .
The two special draws are being held to celebrate changes to the EuroMillions game which Camelot says will give players the chance of winning bigger jackpot prizes more often .
A spokesman for Camelot said : `` More prize money will go into the jackpot - plus there will be a prize cap increase to 200M Euros ( up from 190M Euros ) - meaning an increased chance of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ changes , which will also see more special promotional draws in the year , came into effect from 1 February , with the first draw on Tuesday 4 February 2020 .
`` EuroMillions UK Millionaire Maker guarantees to create a millionaire in every draw , but in the EuroMillions draw on Tuesday , February 4 , an additional 19 lucky winners will be able to look forward to becoming an overnight millionaire .
For every EuroMillions line played , UK players automatically receive a EuroMillions Millionaire Maker code printed on their ticket .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ raised for Good Causes across the last 25 years , with 565,000 grants made across arts , sport , heritage and community - the equivalent of 200 life-changing projects in every UK postcode district .
Players have banked £73 billion in prizes and 5,500 millionaires have been made .
Last year was a lucky one for UK EuroMillions players with seven massive jackpots won .
The year ’ s biggest winners were Patrick and Frances Connolly from Northern Ireland , who became the UK ’ s fourth biggest ever National Lottery winners when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from the draw on New Year ’ s Day .
The end of the year saw Steve and Lenka Thomson , from Selsey , win £105million in the lead up to Christmas .
Camelot says the EuroMillions changes relate to a new prize structure which allows a bigger percentage of sales to go into the jackpot prize tier , making it grow faster than it currently does .
There will be no change to the ticket price - it will still cost £2.50 to play - or to the numbers you choose from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the odds of winning .

We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story
One lucky ticket holder has bagged the €130million (£110million jackpot) in tonight' EuroMillions Super Jackpot.
The next estimated jackpot is now £14million.
EuroMillions.com revealed: “The single winning jackpot ticket matching 5 main numbers and 2 Lucky Stars was purchased in Spain.”
The winning numbers for the main draw were 9, 15, 17, 25, 40 and the lucky stars were 3 and 9.
And 4, 15, 33, 40 and 43 were the numbers drawn in the Plus draw.
The lucky EuroMillions player is now richer than boxer Anthony Joshua, who has an estimated £49million, and Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe, worth £90million.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Meanwhile a lucky Irish punter has scooped €500,000 in the EuroMillions draw.
The Dublin player is now half a million euro richer after claiming the top prize in the Plus draw.
The win tonight caps off a special week in the EuroMillions, which Camelot said was a bumper 'Winning Week'.
Video Loading Video Unavailable Click to play Tap to play The video will auto-play soon 8 Cancel Play now
On Tuesday night, in the Millionaire Maker game - which all EuroMillions ticket holders are automatically entered into - there were 20 tickets winning the prize of £1million, rather than the usual single ticket.
Meanwhile tonight, the special 'Super Jackpot Draw' has seen the equivalent of £110million won.
The two special draws are being held to celebrate changes to the EuroMillions game which Camelot says will give players the chance of winning bigger jackpot prizes more often.
Image: PA) PA)
A spokesman for Camelot said: "More prize money will go into the jackpot - plus there will be a prize cap increase to 200M Euros (up from 190M Euros) - meaning an increased chance of bigger jackpots more often.
"The changes, which will also see more special promotional draws in the year, came into effect from 1 February, with the first draw on Tuesday 4 February 2020.
"EuroMillions UK Millionaire Maker guarantees to create a millionaire in every draw, but in the EuroMillions draw on Tuesday, February 4, an additional 19 lucky winners will be able to look forward to becoming an overnight millionaire. For every EuroMillions line played, UK players automatically receive a EuroMillions Millionaire Maker code printed on their ticket."
Camelot says £40 billion has been raised for Good Causes across the last 25 years, with 565,000 grants made across arts, sport, heritage and community - the equivalent of 200 life-changing projects in every UK postcode district.
Players have banked £73 billion in prizes and 5,500 millionaires have been made.
Last year was a lucky one for UK EuroMillions players with seven massive jackpots won.
The year’s biggest winners were Patrick and Frances Connolly from Northern Ireland, who became the UK’s fourth biggest ever National Lottery winners when they scooped the entire £114.9million EuroMillions jackpot from the draw on New Year’s Day.
The end of the year saw Steve and Lenka Thomson, from Selsey, win £105million in the lead up to Christmas.
The changes
Camelot says the EuroMillions changes relate to a new prize structure which allows a bigger percentage of sales to go into the jackpot prize tier, making it grow faster than it currently does.
There will be no change to the ticket price - it will still cost £2.50 to play - or to the numbers you choose from, the number of prize tiers and the odds of winning.


thedailymirror--2020-02-07--Love Island fans slam Callum for avoiding truth in emotional showdown with Shaughna

Love Island fans have rushed to social media to slam scaffolder Callum Jones after he failed to truly explain his decision to Shaughna Phillips after he ditched her in favour of Casa Amor bombshell Molly Smith .
During tonight 's explosive episode , viewers watched in shock as Shaughna and Callum came face-to-face for the first time following last night 's dramatic scenes where he returned from the other villa with a new girl on his arm .
Callum looked nervous as he sat down with Shaughna to explain his decision however he was accused of avoiding telling her the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ failed to mention how he did n't find her 'attractive ' .
As Shaughna insisted their conversation needed to be 'snappy ' , Callum struggled to get his words out as he started the awkward showdown by asking if the fiery brunette had anything to say .
The scaffolder described how Molly makes him happy and danced around the obvious as he said : `` With you , I was only touch with my emotional aside .
I was n't affectionate with you . ''
He struggled to get his words out as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ into the villa I said ' I 'm not even bothered to try and find someone ' but then we had a couple of chats and it just ... '' '' I 'm not saying me and you was n't good but there was certain things , like , just like , I do n't know what it is . ''
Fans insisted that Callum was avoiding telling Shaughna that he did n't feel romantically towards her as he explained how 'something was missing ' but 'not to do with you in a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with Callum 's explanation as she shut him down and accused him of using her as a safety to stay on the show .
She swiped : `` I think you was definitely forcing it because you thought I was a safety .
So do n't insult me and say you 've done me a favour . ''
Fans rushed to social media to accuse Callum of adopting the typical 'it 's not you , it 's me ' explanation .
One wrote : `` Callum can ’ t even get his words @ @ @ @ @ @ @ spill the truth as they shared : `` Callum just say you didn ’ t find her attractive man . ''
A third slammed : `` Callum is trying to do a remix of the 'It 's Not You it 's Me ' speech . ''
Meanwhile another agreed and could n't believe Callum 's shocking explanation as they posted : `` Wtf ?
?
?
Is Callum seriously giving Shaughna the ‘ it ’ s not you it ’ s me ’ chat . ''
Elsewhere another Love Island viewer appeared furious @ @ @ @ @ @ @ truth of the situation and failed to give her composure .
They wrote : `` Callum lying straight to Shaughnas face mate you are being filmed 24/7 when everyone gets out EVERYONE will see what you said about Shaughna in the villa , just digging yourself a bigger hole . ''
Shaughna was hit with a bombshell yesterday as Callum returned from the dreaded Casa Amor villa with a new girl .
Earlier in the week , Shaughna told the girls that she was willing to move to Manchester for Callum .
Ahead @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` We need to have a discussion .
We need to make this a bit offish .
If it was official I would n't stress so much . ''
But the action then turned straight to Casa Amor where Callum told Molly that he misses her constantly .
Molly was stunned by how much he was opening up and the pair then shared a romantic kiss .
Up until Casa Amor , Callum and Shaughna remained strong since the start of their Love Island journeys despite facing a few bumps along the way @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was whisked away on a date by Eve .
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The scaffolder was slammed as he struggled to get his words out and tell the truth as he attempted to explain himself after ditching Shaughna in favour of Casa Amor bombshell Molly
Love Island fans have rushed to social media to slam scaffolder Callum Jones after he failed to truly explain his decision to Shaughna Phillips after he ditched her in favour of Casa Amor bombshell Molly Smith.
During tonight's explosive episode, viewers watched in shock as Shaughna and Callum came face-to-face for the first time following last night's dramatic scenes where he returned from the other villa with a new girl on his arm.
Callum looked nervous as he sat down with Shaughna to explain his decision however he was accused of avoiding telling her the truth as he stuttered his words and failed to mention how he didn't find her 'attractive'.
As Shaughna insisted their conversation needed to be 'snappy', Callum struggled to get his words out as he started the awkward showdown by asking if the fiery brunette had anything to say.
Image: ITV) ITV)
The scaffolder described how Molly makes him happy and danced around the obvious as he said: "With you, I was only touch with my emotional aside. I wasn't affectionate with you."
He struggled to get his words out as he said: "When I went into the villa I said 'I'm not even bothered to try and find someone' but then we had a couple of chats and it just..."
"I'm not saying me and you wasn't good but there was certain things, like, just like, I don't know what it is."
Image: ITV) ITV)
Fans insisted that Callum was avoiding telling Shaughna that he didn't feel romantically towards her as he explained how 'something was missing' but 'not to do with you in a bad way.'
Shaughna appeared unimpressed with Callum's explanation as she shut him down and accused him of using her as a safety to stay on the show.
She swiped: " I think you was definitely forcing it because you thought I was a safety. So don't insult me and say you've done me a favour."
Image: ITV) ITV)
Fans rushed to social media to accuse Callum of adopting the typical 'it's not you, it's me' explanation.
One wrote: "Callum can’t even get his words out."
Another demanded the contestant spill the truth as they shared: "Callum just say you didn’t find her attractive man."
A third slammed: "Callum is trying to do a remix of the 'It's Not You it's Me' speech."
Image: ITV) ITV)
Meanwhile another agreed and couldn't believe Callum's shocking explanation as they posted: "Wtf??? Is Callum seriously giving Shaughna the ‘it’s not you it’s me’ chat."
Elsewhere another Love Island viewer appeared furious as Callum struggled to tell Shaughna the truth of the situation and failed to give her composure.
They wrote: " Callum lying straight to Shaughnas face mate you are being filmed 24/7 when everyone gets out EVERYONE will see what you said about Shaughna in the villa, just digging yourself a bigger hole."
Image: ITV) ITV)
Shaughna was hit with a bombshell yesterday as Callum returned from the dreaded Casa Amor villa with a new girl.
Earlier in the week, Shaughna told the girls that she was willing to move to Manchester for Callum.
Ahead of his return, she said: "We need to have a discussion. We need to make this a bit offish. If it was official I wouldn't stress so much."
But the action then turned straight to Casa Amor where Callum told Molly that he misses her constantly. Molly was stunned by how much he was opening up and the pair then shared a romantic kiss.
Up until Casa Amor, Callum and Shaughna remained strong since the start of their Love Island journeys despite facing a few bumps along the way when he 'slightly' fancied Rebecca and was whisked away on a date by Eve.
*Love Island continues on Sunday at 9pm.
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