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Manchester City vs Inter: Get £30 in free bets to spend on the Champions League with talkSPORT BET

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Home win

City got the win in the only other Champions League tie between these two – the 2023 final.

They can kickstart their pursuit of this year’s final in the same way, though have conceded in their last three games against Ipswich, West Ham and Brentford.

Inter have scored in each game, though have failed to win either of their two away games in Serie A. This can follow a similar pattern.

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  • Only gambles with money they can afford to lose
  • Never chase their losses
  • Doesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressed
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Man City vs Inter prediction: Free betting tips, odds and preview for tasty Champions League opener

CHAMPIONS LEAGUE favourites Manchester City kick off the revamped competition with a mouth-watering clash against Inter on Wednesday.

SunSport betting experts have previewed the contest – and carefully selected our best bets, tips and exclusive sign-up bonuses for the continental encounter.

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Man City vs Inter preview

Manchester City have very fond memories of Champions League ties against Inter.

Granted, they’ve only faced them once in this competition. But that was a memorable one with Rodri’s only goal in the 2023 final clinching European success for the club for the first time.

Given the way they’ve started this season, they’re rightly favourites to win it again this season.

They’re the only side with a 100% record after four games and Erling Haaland has nine goals in that time. Yup, 9.

Inter are unbeaten themselves in four games in Serie A but have dropped points in both away games at Genoa and Monza.

This is a little bit of a step up on those two.

When is Man City vs Inter?

  • Manchester City vs Inter will take place on Wednesday, September 18
  • It is scheduled to kick off at 20:00pm BST
  • The encounter will take place at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester

What TV channel is Man City vs Inter on and can it be live streamed?

  • Manchester City vs Inter will be broadcast LIVE on TNT Sports 1
  • Man City vs Inter live stream is via the Discovery+ app
  • Alternatively, SunSport will have coverage of the match on our website

Man City vs Inter odds

Odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

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Man City vs Inter betting tips and predictions

Head and shoulders above

Man City tips? They have to centre around Erling Haaland.

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Gun’s blazing

Ilkay Gundogan’s City return was a big boost to Guardiola and co, as the German is a big game player.

This, here, is a big game. And his late runs into the box and general build-up play is going to be a key weapon for the home side.

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Remember to gamble responsibly

A responsible gambler is someone who:

  • Establishes time and monetary limits before playing
  • Only gambles with money they can afford to lose
  • Never chase their losses
  • Doesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressed
  • Gamcare – www.gamcare.org.uk
  • Gamble Aware – www.gambleaware.org

Find our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.

For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk

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Dantata visits Maiduguri, donates N1.5bn to flood victims

Elder stateman and business mogul, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, has donated N1.5 billion to victims of the flood which ravaged parts of Maiduguri, Borno state capital. Dantata made the donation when he led a delegation from Kano to Government House, Maiduguri, on Tuesday. He extended his heartfelt condolences to Governor Babagana Zulum, the government and […]

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Stunning English vineyard that calls itself ‘best in UK’ – close to London and perfect for an autumn walk

A VINEYARD in Kent is flying the flag for English wine – and it’s particularly picturesque during autumn time.

Balfour Winery in Staplehurst has won infinite amounts of awards over the years, with its wine and winemakers both recognised.

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Balfour Winery has won many awards over the years, including best vineyard to visit[/caption]
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The winery offers tours and tastings, as well as sit down meals in its restaurant, The Winemakers’ Kitchen[/caption]

Owen Elias, father of current head winemaker Fergus Elias, has won UK Winemaker of the Year award a whopping six times.

One of Balfour’s most recent achievements was in May this year, when its English Pink was crowned one of the ‘World’s Best Rosés at the Rosé Masters.

But a visit to the vineyard offers more than just excellent English wine.

In 2022, Balfour was awarded Gold from Visit England for being one of the top tourist attractions in the country – the only vineyard in England to receive the accolade.

It’s because there’s plenty to do when you visit the 400-acre Hush Heath Estate where it’s based.

Visitors can take a tour around the estate, either on their own or with an expert tour guide.

They can also enjoy a Balfour wines tasting while overlooking the winery.

For those looking for a bite to eat, there are charcuterie boards and artisan stone-baked flat breads to enjoy at the vineyard’s more casual eatery, Cellar Door.

Those wanting a bit more can enjoy a la carte dining and Sunday roasts from the main restaurant, The Winemakers’ Kitchen, with local delights like Kentish smoked salmon and grilled Kent pork tomahawk featured on the menu.

Visitors can also book onto one of Balfour’s special events, including a Dining Club dinner – a four-course meal with live music from a new artist each month.

After (or before) you’ve wined and dined, you can take a walk around Hush Heath Estate.

Past the vineyards are apple orchards, wildflower meadows, and ancient woodland, which is particularly beautiful at this time of year with its autumn colours.

There’s an abundance of wildlife to be spotted there too – Balfour said common lizards had recently been spotted following the recent hot weather.

This time of year (breeding season) means deer are also more visible.

It’s important to note dogs aren’t allowed for walks around the estate.

But well-behaved pooches on leads are welcome on the terrace and in Cellar Door.

The vineyard recently launched a free shuttle bus service, so guests can sip award-winning wines in its beautiful setting without needing to drive.

What it's like to visit Balfour Winery

The Sun’s Head of Travel – Digital, Caroline McGuire has been visiting Balfour since it launched. This is what she makes of the vineyard…

Balfour Winery was known as Hush Heath Estate when it first opened in my mum’s Kent village in 2002.

At that time, there was none of the fancy food and hospitality area that it has now.

But the very welcoming staff were happy to invite guests in for a free tasting of all their wines, ciders and lagers – albeit in a far less glamorous tasting room, where wine boxes lined the walls. 

The drinks were excellent from the beginning though, especially a sparkling red that they have discounted, much to my disappointment. 

Over the years it has mushroomed in size and you can now enjoy an excellent bottle of wine on their gorgeous verandah, accompanied by exceptional sharing platters or flatbreads. 

It now has an offering to rival some of Kent’s better-known vineyards, including Chapel Down. 

But it has also kept a nice local touch – they have no problem with guests taking a walk around the vineyard or the neighbouring woods on the estate, in fact it’s encouraged.

And if you squint on a sunny summer’s day after a rose or two, the view from the restaurant could quite feasibly be somewhere more exotic on the continent. 

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Autumn also makes for a lovely time to visit, with plenty of walks around the 400-acre Hush Heath Estate[/caption]
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Its woodland is home to lots of wildlife, including deer, which are more visible during autumn time[/caption]
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There is a lovely outdoor seating area overlooking the vineyards and woodland, which can be enjoyed during nice weather[/caption]

The free shuttle leaves Marden station every half an hour, with departures timed to meet the regular London trains, for people visiting from the capital.

The train journey from central London is just 45 minutes.

From Marden station, the shuttle bus journey takes around five minutes.

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I’m 38 with no wrinkles in sight & no Botox – I reverse ageing overnight with my go-to skincare buys

A FACIALIST has revealed the must-have ingredients you need to include in your skincare to reverse and keep wrinkles at bay.

Hadda, who is 38, took to social media to share her must-have skincare buys and what they do to keep your skin looking it’s best.

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Hadda shared her top tips to reverse ageing overnight
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She shared the ingredients everyone should have in their skincare routine[/caption]

She said: “Reverse ageing overnight with me,” as she revealed she didn’t use Botox to get the results.

As a facialist, Hadda is in the know of what ingredients to slather onto your skin and didn’t keep them a secret.

The first ingredient she recommended was peptides – a chain of amino acids that can help boost collagen in the skin.

As we get older, we lose more and more collagen each year until our skin totally stops producing it.

Collagen is vital to keep skin moisturised and plump and prevents the look of wrinkles and Boots offers a peptide serum for just £6.

Next on her list of must-have ingredients was retinol which increases cell turnover and allows for new cells to come to the surface – diminishing wrinkles and leaves skin glowing.

There are lots of pricey ones on the market but again there are cheaper alternatives like The Ordinary’s 1% retinol treatment for £8.50.

She also recommended products with niacinamide in as it helps protect the skin structure and keep the barrier healthy.

The Neutrogena Gel Moisturiser with Niacinamide & Panthenol is a great addition to your skincare routine as it helps moisturise without feeling too heavy and only costs £7.99.

Ceramides are also essential to keep moisture looked in and CeraVe offer a range of skincare for different skin types packed with it in.

Hadda also recommended finishing your routine with a facial oil to lock all of the ingredients in overnight and leave you looking glowing and youthful in the morning.

The clip has since gone viral on her TikTok account @minimalbyhadda with over 87k views and 4,000 likes.

People were quick to thank her for the tips and couldn’t believe how young she looked.

One person wrote: “38? Where, when, how.”

How to reverse ageing in just 2 weeks, according to royal go-to nutritionist

LONDON -based Gabriela Peacock, who has helped the likes of Prince Harry and Princess Eugenie prepare for their weddings.

She told Fabulous: “The science is evident that we all have the power to make simple life changing alterations to better our future selves – no matter what genetic hand we might have been dealt with.

“The reality is, we all sometimes indulge in unhealthy eating habits like processed foods, smoking cigarettes, drinking too much alcohol, inhaling city pollutants, and even drinking water from plastic bottles – none of this is good for us. 

“All this does is promote the ageing process, but we all have the potential to change this.”

It may be hard, but try to keep away from sugary carbohydrates, because they feed chronic inflammation, which is one of the worst enemies of reversing ageing. 

Now only will you end up putting on weight if you consume them regularly, but your energy and hormonal levels will be affected and this will influence how you look and feel.

Whatever your age or state of health, it’s never too late to reverse how quickly you are ageing and embrace the energy and vigour of a younger you.

Antioxidants, such as vitamins A, C, and E, are essential in neutralising free radicals—the culprits behind premature ageing. 

Integrating a spectrum of colourful fruits and vegetables into your diet provides a potent source of antioxidants.

Omega-3 fatty acids, abundant in fatty fish like salmon and flaxseeds, are vital for maintaining skin elasticity and hydration. 

Omega-3s act as nourishment for your skin, locking in moisture and diminishing fine lines and wrinkles. 

Collagen, a structural protein dwindling with age, can be replenished through collagen-rich foods like bone broth and lean protein sources. 

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I’m Olivia Attwood’s hair stylist and the secret to her signature bouncy locks is a £6 buy anyone can get

OLIVIA Attwood’s Loose Women hairdos are nothing short of gorgeous. 

The new panellist has been known to rock bouncy blow outs, “demure” curls, tousled up ‘dos and glam waves on the daytime talk show. 

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The secret to Olivia Attwood’s bouncy curls is surprisingly cheap[/caption]
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The Bad Boyfriends presenter’s hair stylist has revealed all on Instagram[/caption]

But how does she keep every strand in place? 

According to her hair stylist Hair By Sarrah, it’s thanks to a spray you can pick up for as cheap as £6.49. 

Celeb beauty expert Sarrah regularly shares product lists for her hairy masterpieces on Instagram

And when it comes to Bad Boyfriends host Olivia, 33, she always uses the Moroccanoil Luminous Hairspray to secure her bronde tresses in place. 

A 75ml bottle of the spritz will set you back just £6.49, or you can pick up a larger 330ml size for £17.85. 

Haircare bosses describe it as “a strong hold, flexible hairspray that boosts shine and fights frizz without leaving a flaky residue”.

It’s also been dubbed “ideal for securing updos”.

Sarrah has also been known to work with fellow Love Island alumni Maura Higgins, Molly Smith and Laura Anderson.

She recently followed Olivia, who is married to footballer Bradley Dack, to Greece to get the presenter’s star ready for episodes of ITV’s Bad Boyfriends. 

Back in April, Olivia herself showcased how she gets the perfect claw clip up ‘do every time.

Taking to social media, she shared a tutorial on how she fits all her extensions into a single claw clip

“There’s loads of ways to do this but this just works for me,” she said. 

“My hair is too clean and too straight for this really today but I didn’t want to forget about making the video. 

“Hair goes up into a pony and then pull it through half way.”

What's the science behind Moroccanoil's Luminous Hairspray?

Moroccanoil’s Luminous Hairspray is award-winning for a reason.

It is a flexible hairspray for building long-lasting styles with movable, but also strong, hold.

Its lightweight and workable finishing formula blankets hair in a reflective shield of shine that fights frizz and humidity.

It leaves no flaky or sticky residue and brushes out easily.

The formula is infused with a combination of advanced ingredients, including antioxidant-rich argan oil.

Due to the weight of the faux hair, tying it up before adding a claw clip will help the style stay in place and alleviate pulling on the scalp. 

Once the hair is in a half ponytail, Olivia twists the bottom end and wraps it around the part that hasn’t been pulled through her hair band.

She then secures the “wrap around” style in place with a cheap Amazon claw clip.

“Literally search, ‘large claw clip’, I think,” she said. 

“And then literally just ram it all in… that’s what she said.

“You can pull little bits out and fluff it up so it looks really natural and like you just did it in 30 seconds, when actually it took 15 tries.”

Olivia Attwood's Career History

From Monster grid girl and Love Island star to daytime telly panellist and respected documentary maker, Olivia Attwood has made a huge career pivot in recent years...

Olivia first started as a Monster grid girl at motorsport events in 2012 when she was 19-years-old, and did it right up until she went into Love Island in 2017.

After placing third in the reality show with then-boyfriend Chris Hughes, she starred in their own spin-off series, Chris & Olivia: Crackin’ On, in 2018.

Later that year, she appeared on Celebs Go Dating and then joined the cast of The Only Way Is Essex in 2019, where she had a number of fiery on-screen rows.

In 2020, the reality TV veteran began starring in her own reality series on ITVBe titled Olivia Meets Her Match, which followed her wedding preparations with footballer Bradley Dack.

In 2021, the tide started to turn.

Olivia made appearances on household shows Lorraine, Tipping Point: Lucky Stars and Loose Women.

Then, in 2022, ITV commissioned her for her first ever documentary series.

She presented Olivia Attwood: Getting Filthy Rich, which explored women selling sexual content online.

In June 2023, ITV commissioned Olivia Marries Her Match and made her a regular guest panellist on Loose Women.

Her most recent docu-series, Olivia Attwood: The Price of Perfection, aired in January this year where she sensitively explored the cosmetic industry.

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Eddie Hall closes in on next fight with strongman rivals to weigh over combined 40 STONE in super-heavyweight bout

EDDIE HALL is closing in on his next super-heavyweight fight.

The former world’s strongest man lost his boxing debut to strongman rival Hafthor Bjornsson in 2022.

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Eddie Hall is set for another MMA fight
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Mariusz Pudzianowski is in talks to fight Eddie Hall[/caption]

But he crossed over to MMA this year and defeated TikTok star brothers Jamil and Jamel Neffati in a two-on-one handicap clash.

Now Hall, 36, is closing in on a deal to face strongman-turned-MMA fighter Mariusz Pudzianowski, 47.

The Clash Royale ambassador told SunSport: “Hey, man, I’m looking forward to the fight. I am currently looking for an opponent to fight myself.

“I keep poking at Mariusz Pudzianowski, who’s a big MMA fighter in Poland. So I’m just trying my best to get that contract done.

“And hopefully you’ll see me smashing some people up pretty soon.”

The Brit weighed over 25st in his last fight while Pudzianowski was just over 18st meaning they would carry a combined 43 STONE into the cage.

Hall said: “Mariusz Pudzianowski is five times World Strongest Man and we’re very similar build, like 6ft 1, 6ft 2. His strength is really portrayed in his fights. 

“He is 47 years old now. I’m 36. So I just think that all these different sorts of things that I’ve got going on equals the playing field a little bit.

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“And I keep asking the question to people, me versus Marius, and everyone’s like, ‘Wow, that’s going to be a really good fight.’

“No one can definitely say that Marius is going to win, and no one can say I’m going to win.

“Marius is a hard, hard opponent. He is a hard get. So yeah, it’ll just be good to get in the ring with someone like Marius and do business.”

Hall has been training with interim UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall, 31, and left more humbled than ever.

He said: “In my eyes I was holding my own against Tom.

“But I know for a fact because I’ve sparred with Tom and I’ve wrestled with Tom, and it’s like being in a in a cage with a lion that’s playing with you.

“He’s sort of like playing knocking about whatever. But at any point he could unleash and just tear you tear you apart.

“And that is what it’s like being with Tom. It’s very humbling.

“You know, if you think you’re a big, hard guy, I empower you to go in the ring with Tom Aspinall for 30 seconds, and I guarantee that opinion will change.”

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Eddie Hall used a massive 50lb (22.6kg) phone case to play the strategy game whilst working out
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My wife won’t let me splash £250k lotto jackpot on lifelong dream unless I meet strict condition – she’ll never stop me

A WIFE has told her husband he won’t be spending his £250,000 lottery winnings on his dream car unless she gets a treat of her own.

Brian Lewis, 65, landed the whopping jackpot after his street was selected in the latest Postcode Lottery draw.

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Brian and Chris Lewis won £250,000 in the Postcode Lottery[/caption]
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The pair were stunned to hear the news[/caption]

The dad from Alderney Avenue, Poole, said: “I’ve always wanted a Range Rover, so I will be getting myself one.

“I’m not quite sure what type or where, but I’ll definitely be getting a Range Rover.”

His wife, Chris, quickly joked that if Brian was getting a Range Rover, she should enjoy a luxury mini-break with the new cash.

The retired care home manager said: “I might take a friend to the spa for a weekend spa break.”

The pair, who have been together for 17 years and have five children between them, are also eyeing up a trip to South Africa.

Chris said: “The first thing will be a holiday to relax and think about what we’re going to do with it.

“What I really, really, want to do is a safari. I’d love a safari.”

Brian, who runs his own training company, added that his son might be able to help with the holiday planning.

He said: “My middle son works for Virgin Airlines so I should be taking some advice off him.”

The life-changing win comes after a tough few years of ill-health for Brian.

The training company owner revealed that he had been hospitalised numerous times with pneumonia and Covid, and had even developed sepsis following ten days in intensive care.

After hearing the news of their enormous win, the couple admitted they were in shock.

Brian said: “I feel absolutely stunned – quarter of a millionaire!

“I might just sit and have a cup of coffee and take it on board.”

Chris echoed: “No! Oh my god. Is that really real?”

A neighbour on the street, Amy House, revealed she had also landed the £250,000 prize.

The NHS worker said: “Oh my goodness! Is this a dream? I told myself it might be ten, twenty, thirty maybe… I never expected six figures.”

She added that she was planning on buying a family campervan with the winnings, as well as visiting her brother in California.

The Postcode Lottery, which awards a portion of its ticket sales to local charities, also gifted £70,000 to the Poole Communities Trust.

The happy news comes after another lottery winner, aged 24, revealed he had won £3.6 million in the lottery – but hadn’t told a soul.

What are my chances of winning the lottery?

EVERYONE wants to know how to beat the odds and win the lottery.

But unfortunately, the lottery is a game of luck and there are no tips or tricks that can guarantee you’ll take home a top prize.

The odds show how likely you are to win any particular prize – the lower the number, the better the odds.

For example, odds of 1 in 10 are better than odds of 1 in 100 or 1 in 1,000.

There are several major lottery games in the UK including Lotto by the National Lottery, Camelot’s EuroMillions and Thunderball.

Chances of winning the Lotto

Lotto by the National Lottery is a game where you pick six numbers from 1 to 59. You can play up to seven lines of numbers on each slip.

The game costs £2 to play per slip.

The odds of winning any prize on the Lotto are 1 in 9.3.

But to win the jackpot on the Lotto, the odds are considerably slimmer.

To bag the top prize, you need to have six matching balls. The odds of doing this and scooping the jackpot are currently 1 in 45,057,474.

The next highest prize of £1,000,000 is for getting five main matching balls plus the bonus ball.

The odds of taking home the million-pound prize are 1 in 7,509,579 – far higher than the jackpot, but still unlikely.

The odds of taking home £1,750 for getting five main numbers without the bonus ball are 1 in 2,180, while you have a 1 in 97 chance of bagging £140 for getting four main numbers.

Your chances of taking home £30 for getting 3 main numbers are much better at 1 in 97.

And you have a roughly 1 in 10 chance of getting a free lucky dip for 2 matching numbers.

Chances of winning the EuroMillions

The EuroMillions costs £2.50 to play and is open on Tuesdays and Fridays.

To play, you must pick five numbers from 1-50 and two “Lucky Stars” from 1-12. Players with the most matching numbers win the top prizes.

Your chance of bagging the EuroMillions jackpot is even slimmer than winning the top Lotto prize.

This is because it generally has higher jackpots on offer, meaning it attracts more attention.

Currently, the odds of matching five numbers and two lucky stars – the top win – stand at 1 in 139,838,160.

The average jackpot prize is £57,923,499, according to EuroMillions.

The odds of winning the second top prize for matching 5 balls and a lucky star, which is typically around £262,346, are 1 in 6,991,908.

The chances of taking home the third prize for five matching balls, with an average payout of £26,277, are 1 in 3,107,515.

For four matching balls with two lucky stars, it’s 1 in 621,503, and for four balls with one lucky star, it’s 1 in 31,076. These come with an average price of £1,489 and £95, respectively.

Chances of winning the Thunderball

Thunderball is another game run by the National Lottery where you pick five numbers and one “Thunderball”. It costs just £1 to play and you can enter up to four times a week.

The jackpot of £500,000 for matching five balls plus the Thunderball is 1 in 8,060,598.

Your odds of bagging the next highest prize of £5,000 for matching five balls is currently 1 in 620,046, while the chances of winning £250 for four balls plus the Thunderball is 1 in 47,416.

You have the best chance of winning £3 for matching the Thunderball, with odds of 1 in 29.

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