Brazil gives J-Lo and Pitbull's song the thumbs down ahead of summer 2014 World Cup

Brazil does music as well as it does football. Pretty damn good in other words. It's little surprise then that the host nation have proved harsh judges of the official song of the World Cup. Brazil's assessment of We Are One has been withering on a Cowell-esque scale. Rightly so, the ditty trundled out by Pitbull, Jennifer Lopez and native daughter Claudia Leitte is truly awful and about as Brazilian as a stadium finished on time. Its stock is so low that the locals would be happy enough to just rehash an old tune with #VoltaWakaWaka becoming a trending hashtag here in the hope that Shakira's anthem for South Africa 2010 can be brought back in place of J-Lo and Co. Brazil is 'One' alright, united in turning the volume down. Party time: Jennifer Lopez (left), Pitbull...

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It was Carlo Ancelotti not David Moyes Manchester United wanted last summer, claims Real Madrid president Florentino Perez

Manchester United wanted history-making manager Carlo Ancelotti to take over from Sir Alex Ferguson last year, according to Real Madrid president Florentino Perez. Speaking on Spanish radio Perez suggested Sir Alex Ferguson only chose David Moyes after Ancelotti told him he was replacing Jose Mourinho at Real Madrid. Perez said: 'Ferguson called him (Ancelotti) to be his successor but he told him he had already promised to come here with us.' Wanted man: Manchester United were keen to appoint Carlo Ancelotti as Sir Alex Ferguson's replacement last summer according to Real Madrid president Florentino Perez Popular: Ancelotti is thrown into the air by his Real players after victory against Atletico Madrid in Lisbon Ancelotti...

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Atletico Madrid complete signing of 'new Sergio Aguero' Angel Correa from San Lorenzo

Atletico Madrid have confirmed they have reached an agreement with San Lorenzo for the transfer of Angel Correa. The teenager has signed a five-year contract, subject to a medical, and the fee is believed to be around £6million. Correa has scored 10 goals in 48 games for San Lorenzo, and has been compared to former Atletico star Sergio Aguero. New boy: Atletico Madrid have signed San Lorenzo youngster Angel Correa on a five-year deal Potential: The teenager has been compared to former Atletico hitman, not at Manchester City, Sergio Aguero The 19-year-old plays in an attacking midfield role, but has featured in a number of positions. Atletico won La Liga last season, as well as reaching the Champions League final, and may be strenthening their squad...

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Royal Ascot competition: Win tickets to the opening day plus spectacular hospitality

Nothing compares to the glitz and glamour of Royal Ascot, the highlight of the summer calendar and one of the most prestigious events of the year. Now, thanks to MailOnline Sport and QIPCO British Champions Series, you and a friend can be there on the opening day of the meeting (Tuesday, June 17) to enjoy a luxurious day’s racing complete with spectacular hospitality. Not only will you witness some of the world’s best racehorses on track with grandstand tickets, you’ll also win a table for two in the fabulous trackside Sandringham restaurant featuring Lenotre with a Pimms No1 reception, seasonally influenced three-course menu and full afternoon tea. Big winner: Estimate (left) gets up to win at Royal Ascot last year - who was celebrating as the horse's owner? To...

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£6m-rated Norwich keeper John Ruddy to challenge Wojciech Szczesny at Arsenal next season

Arsenal are giving serious consideration to a £6million move for Norwich goalkeeper John Ruddy. Arsene Wenger wants a new keeper to push current No.1 Wojciech Szczesny all the way next season.  The Gunners have been alerted to Ruddy's potential availability ahead of next season and Sportsmail understands there is a strong willingness from the Emirates Stadium to pursue a move for the England international. Premier League return? Arsenal are interested in Norwich keeper John Ruddy who is available for £6m Target: Cardiff City stopper David Marshall is an alternative as Arsene Wenger eyes a new No 2 Reading goalkeeper Alex McCarthy has also been identified as a possible candidate to replace outgoing second choice keeper Lukasz Fabianski. But...

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Chelsea agree free transfer for Atletico Madrid's Tiago as Jose Mourinho eyes reunion with Portuguese midfielder

Chelsea have agreed a surprise deal to bring back Portuguese midfielder Tiago. The 33-year-old has starred for Atletico Madrid in this past season, culminating in the Spanish league title and defeat in the Champions League final to Real Madrid, yet he is out of contract. Jose Mourinho has already lined up a £38m deal with his club mate Diego Costa but Tiago's pending signature will no doubt help Costa settle in to life at Chelsea. Moving on: Atletico Madrid midfielder Tiago is set to leave the club on a free transfer next month London bound? Tiago is keen on a return to Chelsea, where he spent one season under Jose Mourinho in 2004-05 Atletico are poised to promote Saul Niguez to Tiago's position, a 19-year-old who has been on loan at Rayo...

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Holland defeat Spain, Germany and Brazil to lift lingerie World Cup

Ever heard of a lingerie World Cup? With the World Cup just weeks away, the lingerie version of the tournament took place on Saturday. A host of scantliy-clad beauties represented their countries at the competition and the lucky referee was former Holland international Andy van der Meyde. The ex-Everton wideman officiated the games in his home nation and appeared to enjoy the role as he laughed and joked with the players. All smiles: Players pose for a photo following the Lingerie World Cup which took place on Saturday Your call: Former Everton wideman Andy van der Meyde refereed the tournament Defensive wall: Van der Meyde referees a game involving the Dutch, who went onto win the tournament Safe pair of hands: The former Dutch international...

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Peter Crouch and Abbey Clancy escape the rain of Stoke to top up their sun-tans in LA

Four years ago Peter Crouch was practicing his robot celebration ahead of the 2010 World Cup, but the Stoke striker is taking it easy this summer and making the most of the Los Angeles sunshine with wife Abbey Clancy. The couple have been enjoying the sights of Hollywood and have been topping up their tans with an afternoon spent sunbathing by their hotel pool. Crouch has also showing off his feminine side by parading around the shopping district with a Chanel handbag slung over his shoulder. Topping up the tan: Abbey Clancy relaxes at a Los Angeles hotel Potter: Stoke striker Peter Crouch has been enjoying a holiday in America with his wife Catching the rays: Crouch and Clancy escaped rainy England...

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Cristiano Ronaldo beats Lionel Messi again as he is named world's most marketable footballer, Gerard Pique makes top three

Having helped Real Madrid finally achieve La Decima this season, star man Cristiano Ronaldo has been named the world's most marketable footballer by global sports market research experts 'Repucom'. Lionel Messi, often labelled the world's best player along with Ronaldo, is second in the list while his Barcelona team-mate Gerard Pique makes a surprise entry in the top three. Perhaps the biggest eyebrow-raiser in the list, however, is Fernando Torres' ranking of fourth in the list. The Chelsea frontman has struggled for form at Stamford Bridge following his £50million transfer from Liverpool in January 2011. Champion of Europe: Cristiano Ronaldo has been named the world's most marketable footballer in the world Flying high: Lionel Messi is the...

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Make like Melanie with a Stella McCartney backpack

We know what you're thinking. What does a WAG carry her newborn baby's bits and bobs around in? A hastily stuffed changing bag like the rest of us? Well actually, nothing less than leather Stella McCartney. Yummy mummy Melanie Slade looked the picture of laid back luxe as she headed out wearing skinny jeans, a striped tie front T-shirt and a biker jacket. But it was the bag on her back that really caught our eye. Stella McCartney's chained trimmed Falabella bags come in all shapes, shades and sizes. But we love that it has been remodelled as a rucksack this season. The luxe leather number leaves Melanie's hands free to dote over baby son Finley and looks grungy yet glamorous. And she's not the only fan of Stella McCartney...

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