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Mason Greenwood announces birth of baby with girlfriend Harriet Robson

They welcomed the newborn earlier this week.

Daisy Jackson - 14th July 2023

Manchester United footballer Mason Greenwood has broken a 18-month-long social media silence to announce the birth of his baby.

The currently suspended sporting star has shared a photo announcing the happy news today.

He posted a black-and-white photo of three hands – his own, his girlfriend Harriet Robson’s, and the tiny hand of the newborn – on his Instagram account.

Greenwood also confirmed that their baby, his first child, was born earlier this week on 11 July.

The big news comes after the 21-year-old star took time away from social media over the last year, with his football career also currently on hold.

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Manchester United hasn’t yet made a public decision on when – or if – he will rejoin the team.

But he has recently been spotted training again with fellow United star Anthony Elanga.

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Former Manchester City player Joey Barton found guilty of assaulting his wife

Danny Jones Joey Barton guilty of assaulting his wife

Joey Barton guilty of assaulting his wife

Ex-footballer Joey Barton has officially been found guilty of assaulting his wife following his two-day trial in the capital this week.

Barton, who played for Manchester City, Newcastle United, Queens Park Rangers and a number of other clubs, was convicted at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, 25 March, following an incident back in June 2021.

The former midfielder left his wife, 37-year-old Georgia Barton (McNeil), with a bleeding nose and a bruise on her forehead following a drunken row at their home in London.

Barton is said to have grabbed and pushed her to the floor before kicking her in the head. Married in 2019, the two have four children and are thought to still be together.

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The 42-year-old was still employed in professional football as the manager of Bristol Rovers at the time, but he was ultimately sacked in October 2023.

His wife called 999 at the time, telling police that he had hit her, but later retracted her statement.

Born in Huyton, Merseyside, the chief magistrate Paul Goldspring recognised that the one-time England has a history of violence.

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He was given a 12-week suspended prison sentence, meaning he won’t serve time unless he commits another offence and has been ordered to pay £2,138.

Speaking to Sky News shortly after, he told reporters he intends to appeal the decision.

Barton has been embroiled in various controversies ever since retiring as a player back in 2017.

Former Manchester City footballer Joey Barton was found guilty of assaulting his wife Georgia at their family home in June 2021.https://t.co/FLUpMELRi4 pic.twitter.com/WGqtceTv62
— Sky News (@SkyNews) March 25, 2025

Since dropping out of mainstream football, in particular, Barton has come under heavy criticism for allegations of racism, sexism and controversial right-wing politics; he even started an ‘anti-woke’ podcast called Common Sense with Joey Barton.

Back in June of last year, he was ordered to pay £35,000 in damages to settle a libel claim with presenter Jeremy Vine after a series of inflammatory comments made online.

The Radio 2 presenter sued Mr Barton earlier this year, after the former footballer wrote a series of posts suggesting Mr Vine had a sexual interest in children.

He also accused of threatening fellow former pro, Eni Aluko, after a torrent of abuse regarding her punditry online – the ex-England international even went so far as to say she no longer felt safe staying in the country.

Former Lioness and pundit Eni Aluko says she feels ‘under threat’ as she leaves the UK following Joey Barton’s abuse

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The Hundred is calling for up-and-coming presenters to co-host this year’s tournament

Danny Jones The Hundred new presenters applications

The Hundred new presenters applications

The Hundred 2025 is fast approaching and cricket’s fastest-growing tournament is once again asking for aspiring presenters to join their roster of co-hosts and help cover the action.

The fast-paced 100-ball format is entering its fifth year and next to T20, you find a more accessible and thrilling form of cricket, so it’s no wonder the competition is gaining a greater audience each year.

With that in mind, the need for a top-notch broadcast team is more crucial than ever but just like those who backed The Hundred in its infancy, they’re looking to invest in future creatives and on-screen talent.

Are you someone looking to get into presenting or know someone who is? Keep reading.

For the fifth year in a row, we want you to be part of #TheHundredRising! 🎤
— The Hundred (@thehundred) March 24, 2025

The Hundred – Rising Hosts

So how does it work? Well, it’s pretty straightforward: The Hundred is looking for eight up-and-coming presenters to join their team of main venue hosts up and down the country.

Tasked with guiding and talking fans through an action-packed five weeks across all host cities, successful applicants will be responsible for building excitement and atmosphere inside the seven cricket grounds on each match day.

From player and pundit interviews to crowd engagement and interactive other activations with partnered brands, not to mention members of this year’s live music lineup, you’ll be a key part of putting out the top-quality sports and entertainment product they promise every year.

The best part of all is that no prior hosting experience is necessary – this is all about platforming you and The Hundred as a whole.

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Successful applicants will be mentored by the main hosts at their respective venues and will attend a two-day workshop with special guests to get them ready to hit the stage this summer.

The ‘Rising Hosts’ scheme has been set up in tandem with their dedicated event production agency, Progress Productions, which will be in charge throughout the application and selection process.

Shortlisted applicants will then have their details shared with the ECB (English Cricket Board) who will be involved when it comes to making their final decisions.

It goes without saying that even if you just love sports or just want to find a way into the industry, this is an opportunity that is not to be missed.

You can find the full terms and conditions online and apply HERE – best of luck to you!

Manchester Originals sign seven new players in The Hundred Draft as 2025 squads are confirmed

We might not know all of our presenters for The Hundred this year, but we do know our teams.

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