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DAVID RAYA has revealed the secrets behind his penalty heroics in Arsenal’s 0-0 draw with Atalanta.

The Spanish shot-stopper was the Gunners’ hero last night as he stopped Mateo Retegui from 12 yards before leaping back across his goal to miraculously claw a headed rebound off the line.

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David Raya saved Mateo Retegui’s penalty to preserve Arsenal’s clean sheet[/caption]

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He then clawed a rebound off the line[/caption]

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He has now revealed the secret behind his success[/caption]

Raya, 29, has conceded just one goal so far this season which has helped Mikel Arteta‘s side to an unbeaten start.

Their away trip to Europa League champions Atalanta looked to be a tricky test on paper, and so it proved, with Gian Piero Gasperini’s side having more possession and shots than Arsenal.

However, Raya was there to thwart the Italian side’s attempts, and he has now revealed the secret behind his latest heroics.

During the delay before it was taken, the 29-year-old went to speak with goalkeeping coach Inaki Cana, whom he had also previously worked with at Brentford.

Speaking to TNT Sports after the game, he said: “I made the decision to go to the sideline during the VAR consultation because there was a long wait.

“So I just wanted to speak to the goalkeeper coach to have more of a sense of which way I should go, what to do and what not to do.

“Credit to him because he helps me a lot in every aspect. He does all the work with everything and he also deserves credit for the save.”

Raya saw praise heaped on him by boss Arteta, who said the save was “probably one of the best saves I have seen in my career”.

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He also drew praise from Gasperini, who labelled him a “cat”.

It has been some journey for Raya, who 10 years ago today lost 3-0 on his National League debut playing for Southport.

He will doubtless be hoping to add to his list of clean sheets with a shutout against title rivals Manchester City on Sunday.

City leads Arsenal by two points, with the match at the Etihad potentially pivotal in the season’s title charge for both.

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Raya revealed he spoke to goalkeeping coach Inaki Cana during the delay before the penalty[/caption]

The UK police have forfeited over US$300k from a Zimbabwean businessman who owns a company that recruits medical staff. Businessman Phillimon Makekera owns and is the Managing Director of The Partnership Healthcare Group Ltd. This medical recruiting agency connects personnel with medical facilities and care homes in the country. Earlier this year, he got in […]

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AN EGG chair is the perfect place to curl up in your garden both in the summer and beyond.

These stylish swing chairs have a distinctive, cocoon shape and they are more than just somewhere to rest your legs.

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Lynsey tested some egg chairs and revealed her verdict[/caption]

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She said there are some really innovative designs for 2024[/caption]

They are a statement piece and can really spruce up your outdoor space.

There are some really innovative designs for 2024 and as brands compete for business, the once unaffordable item is now within reach.

Whether you have a large garden or a small patio or balcony, there’s an egg chair. 

I tested out some bargain buys – here’s what I thought.

Grey Faux Rattan Hanging Egg Chair

• £149.99, vonhaus.com

I loved this egg chair. What struck me most about it was the relatively loose structure, which makes it look different to rivals.

I worried it wouldn’t be as sturdy or comfy as a result – but I was wrong, this proved quite robust.

It makes you feel cosy and cocooned without cutting you off from your surroundings completely, and would generally be perfect for a long autumn evening.

It has an on-trend contemporary grey finish, too, and the deep and plush grey cushioning was the comfiest we tried.

The basket folds flat for slimline storage, but there’s also a robust powder coated iron stand and galvanised steel frame if you want to keep it out all year long.

You can clean the cushions effectively by sponging down with a warm sponge and mild detergent.

• Ease of assembly: 8/10

• Durability: 9/10

• Value for money: 8/10

• Comfort: 10 /10

Overall score: 10/10

Charles Bentley Egg Shaped Garden Swing Chair

• £230, wickes.co.uk

Make the most of lazy afternoons with this chic, open weave rattan chair.

It’s supported by a sturdy grey steel frame and the cushions were extra thick and comfy.

Super easy to maintain, the chair is showerproof so you don’t have to worry about leaving it outside all year round – though you can also buy a matching cover.

It took longer than all the other chairs to build, but it is a sturdier and more robust as a result.

Good quality. The deep comfy cushions made it hard to get out of.

• Ease to assemble: 7/10

• Durability: 10/10

• Value for money: 6/10

• Comfort: 9/10

Overall score: 8/10

OHS Foldable Hanging Egg Chair

• £95, onlinehomeshop.com

This is an ingenious design and a great price from OHS, even if you only have a small space you could enjoy this full-sized egg chair at home. 

While most are woven in inflexible poly-rattan, this one boasts a clever rope design which means it can fold flat.

This is super handy if you are short on space or even if you want it to be stored away over winder.

The natural rattan (and rope) egg chair comes complete with a charcoal-coloured seat cushion which makes it look chic and contemporary and the frame was sufficiently strong despite being slimmer than most.

• Ease of assembly: 9/10

• Durability: 8/10

• Value for money: 10/10

• Comfort: 7/10

Overall score: 8/10

Grey Cocoon Egg Chair (Dunelm)

• £189, dunelm.com

I thought this Dunelm chair was a great option. Instead of rattan, it’s made with waterproof textilene fabric giving it a more contemporary vibe and making it suitable for use all year round.

The middle seating part is smaller than most and it’s a little lower to the ground, so if you are particularly large or tall you might want to pick a larger model.

It’s foldable and easy to store, but it was harder to put together than all the others I tested.

Despite all that, it quickly became the children’s favourite place – and mine.

Overall I thought it offered the perfect blend of practicality and elegance. It’s relatively affordable too.

• Ease of assembly: 6/10

• Durability: 7/10

• Value for money: 8/10

• Comfort: 10/10

Overall score: 9/10

Vita5 Egg Chair

• £169.95, amazon.co.uk

This foldable polyrattan chair felt quite robust with a stable frame and a generous seating area.

The hanging basket is made of plastic mesh, rather than rattan, and is not likely as durable as others but it does fold in half for easy storage.

The powder-coated steel frame was very robust and the soft cotton padded cushions were very comfy.

The hanging chair did have a tendency to swing against the pole, which made this a less relaxing experience than I hoped for.

• Ease of assembly: 7/10

• Durability: 5/10

• Value for money: 6/10

• Comfort: 5/10

Overall score: 5/10

Dobbies Folding Egg Chair

• £139.90, dobbies.com

This egg chair is quite compact compared to others, but it still offered a cosy spot to unwind, no matter the weather.

It’s stylish, low maintenance and has a distinctive oval shape.

One of the biggest bonuses of this chair is that it folds up for easy storage.

It was one of the quickest and easiest to set up, too, with a slightly smaller base if you are tight on space.

The cushions are extra soft and spongy, but they are also removeable and cleaned up well with a simple sponge clean.

A good buy overall if you’re short on space.

• Ease of assembly: 7/10

• Durability: 8/10

• Value for money: 7/10

• Comfort: 7/10

Overall score: 7/10

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RONNIE O’Sullivan and Laila Rouass has been seen for the first time since The Sun revealed their shock split.

The snooker legend, 48, and actress, 53, have called of their engagement.

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Ronie O’Sullivan has been spotted out for the first time since The Sun revealed their split[/caption]

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The couple were together for 12 years[/caption]

A friend told The Sun last night: “They have been going in different directions.”

Laila was seen today loading bags into a car and was not wearing her engagement ring.

The Edo State gubernatorial election is set to take place within 24 hours, with four main candidates emerging as frontrunners. From an initial field of 17 contenders, the race appears to have narrowed to a contest primarily between the candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the All Progressives Congress (APC), the Labour Party, and …

Media personality and actress Toke Makinwa has created a stir online with her latest video. The multitasker had shared a video on her Instagram page promoting her beauty brand, which she stated would be available in Port Harcourt this weekend. The attention of her fans and followers was drawn to her private parts, which seemed …

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has warned political parties and candidates in Edo against engaging in electioneering campaigns beyond the Thursday midnight deadline. Mr Sam Olumekun, INEC National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, gave the warning in a statement, on Thursday in Abuja. Olumekun said that in line with Section 94(1) …

2023’s Knock at the Cabin is underpinned by a deep meaning, one that, when explained in full, reveals just how cerebral yet bleak the M. Night Shyamalan movie truly is. Co-written by Steve Desmond and Michael Sherman, Knock at the Cabin sees Shyamalan back once again, telling a story of an apocalyptic situation. However, unlike …

The Police have warned individuals without assigned legitimate duties to steer clear of the Edo governorship election monitoring process. Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police, in charge of security for the election, Frank Mba, gave the warning at a news conference, on Thursday in Benin. Mba said that the individuals included those claiming to be media …

MOHAMED Al Fayed allegedly forced staff to take sexual health tests with Harrods accused of covering up the rape claims against him.

Five women said they were raped by the Harrods tycoon, who died last year aged 94, and a further 20 female employees allege Al Fayed sexually assaulted them.

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Billionaire Mohamed Al Fayed used to own Harrods[/caption]

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He has been accused of rape and sexual assault by multiple women[/caption]

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The Harrods department store in central London[/caption]

Multiple women who worked at Harrods from the late 1980s to 2000s said assaults were carried out at the company’s offices, in Al Fayed’s London apartment, or on foreign trips often in Paris at the Ritz hotel, according to an investigation by the BBC.

The new documentary – called Al Fayed: Predator at Harrods – heard claims that the store not only failed to intervene but also helped cover up allegations against the Egyptian billionaire.

Bruce Drummond, a barrister from a legal team representing a number of the women, said: “The spider’s web of corruption and abuse in this company was unbelievable and very dark.” 

However, Harrods’ current owners said they were “utterly appalled” by the allegations, stressing the company today is “very different”.

Women recruited in their teens and early twenties to work as personal assistants in Al Fayed’s private office claimed that they were required by Wendy Snell, Harrods’s corporate GP, to undertake medicals that included intimate examinations.

Former staff claimed that the medical checkups were advertised as “an extra perk of the job” and because Al Fayed’s son Dodi “had a low immune system”.

However, they later made the harrowing discovery that it was preparing them for sexual abuse by Al Fayed, who was obsessed with hygiene.

One woman claimed she had a smear test and a doctor checked her ovaries.

“My results were sent directly to the chairman so quickly that by the time I had got back to my desk, he knew the results,” she alleged.

It is claimed that Al Fayed would regularly tour the department store’s sales floors to identify young female assistants he found attractive before isolating and attacking them.

Former staff members recalled how the billionaire initially seemed to be a father figure who told them to call him “Papa”.

A Harrods human resources manager between 1990 and 1994 said she was ordered by Al Fayed’s senior assistant to find attractive young sales assistants he had seen in the store and send them to his office.

Tony Leeming, a department manager, admitted: “It was well known and everyone knew about it and it was a joke.”

When female staff worked late, Al Fayed would encourage them to spend the night in apartments in a block he owned in Park Lane in Mayfair.

But multiple women allege that they were then invited to the Egyptian billionaire’s private apartment where he would appear wearing only a silk dressing gown.

Four women claimed Al Fayed raped them at the Park Lane property and 13 said they were sexually assaulted.

One woman told the BBC she was raped as a teenager in Fayed’s Park Lane apartment.

She said: “Mohamed Al Fayed was a monster, a sexual predator with no moral compass.”

Some assistants say they were taken to France where there were similar incidents at Villa Windsor in Paris — a former home of Edward VIII after his abdication with his wife Wallis Simpson.

Nine women say they were sexually assaulted by Al Fayed in Paris, including one who said she was raped.

Of the 13 women the BBC spoke to, four say Al Fayed raped them, and all said they felt intimidated by a culture of fear at Harrods.

One woman who spoke to the outlet said she approached police with a rape allegation in 2008 when she was 15, but no charges were filed.

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Al Fayed has been accused of raping multiple women and sexually assaulting others[/caption]

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Mohamed with his second wife Heini Wathen in June 2016[/caption]

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Al Fayed was a former resident of the Villa Windsor in Bois de Boulogne near Paris, France[/caption]

Before the bombshell documentary was released yesterday, Al Fayed had already been accused of groping and sexually assaulting female employees across his lifetime – including a rape allegation which was investigated by police in 2015 but did not lead to any charges.

Now, more women who allege that they were attacked have come forward yesterday after the release of the BBC documentary.

Born in Egypt, Al Fayed was a businessman in the Middle East before moving to the UK in the 1970s.

He took control of Harrods in 1985, and purchased the Ritz hotel in Paris in 1979.

Harrods said it had settled “a number of claims [from women] who alleged historic sexual misconduct by Al Fayed” over the past 18 months.

The store said the women were not required to sign non-disclosure orders, which would prevent them discussing allegations.

Harrods said in a statement to the BBC: “The Harrods of today is a very different organisation to the one owned and controlled by Al Fayed between 1985 and 2010.

“It is one that seeks to put the welfare of our employees at the heart of everything we do.

“Since new information came to light in 2023 about historic allegations of sexual abuse by Al Fayed, it has been our priority to settle claims in the quickest way possible.

“This process is still available for any current or former Harrods employees.

“While we cannot undo the past, we have been determined to do the right thing as an organisation, driven by the values we hold today, while ensuring that such behaviour can never be repeated in the future.”

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Princess Diana with Mohammed Al Fayed attending a charity dinner at Harrods in 1996[/caption]

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He also bought Fulham FC in 1997[/caption]