Sunday, 15 June 2014

Mila Kunis and James Franco enjoy passionate kiss in new trailer for film Forever Love

They previously battled each other on screen in the 2013 film Oz The Great And Powerful.
And now Mila Kunis and James Franco are getting intimate by kissing several times in the independent movie Forever Love.
The duo play a married couple in the new trailer for the film about Pulitzer prize-winning author CK Williams.
Getting intimate: Mila Kunis and James Franco kiss in new trailer for the film Forever Love
Getting intimate: Mila Kunis and James Franco kiss in new trailer for the film Forever Love

The ambiguous trailer begins with images of Mila and James chatting and laughing and appearing to be very much in love.
They exchange a quick peck on the lips as she utters what seems to be the tail end of a joke.
She then says 'you get distracted easily' as James appears to struggle while seated at a typewriter.
Poet: Franco plays Pulitzer prize-winning author CK Williams
Poet: Franco plays Pulitzer prize-winning author CK Williams

The good wife: Mila plays his spouse Catherine
The good wife: Mila plays his spouse Catherine

The phrase 'When it seems you have it all' flashes on the screen as happy images of James and Mila and their young son flash by.
'But your past won't let you go' is shown as it seems to flashback to an earlier time as we see Jessica Chastain and a boy that alludes to it being the younger version of Franco's character.
The boy walks around a wooded area, holds hands with a girl and swims in front of his mother.
Family time: He enjoys time with his son
Family time: He enjoys time with his son
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Stay chic in Angelina's Saint Laurent pants

Angelina Jolie has a uniform. It's black, it's basic but it's pretty much always Saint Laurent.
And once again the actress, director, humanitarian and now Dame is out and about wearing her favourite designer label. These skinny cigarette trousers are even available to buy at Net-a-Porter so stealing Angelina's style has never been easier. Well if you've got £480 to spare that is.
If you do, click through (right) now to add them to your capsule wardrobe. They're an absolute classic and will see you through many a year and many an occasion. Dress them up for night with a silk camisole and high heel sandals. Wear a crisp white shirt and kitten heels for a smart work look. Take them French in ballet flats and a simple tee. The possibilities are endless and will make the investment worth every penny.
If, however, you're a fan of the style but need to spend a little less then never fear because the high street is, as ever, reliable when doing their own purse friendly versions of designer style staples.
Asos and River Island will provide the bargains or ensure a perfect fit with slim leg pants from Jaeger and Reiss.

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Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt arrive at Heathrow airport after being made an honorary Dame by the Queen

She is the Queen of Tinsletown and has just been made an honorary dame.
But Angelina Jolie kept a low-key look for her first outing after the news as she was spotted arriving at Heathrow airport with Brad Pitt and several of their children.
The 39-year-old actress was kitted out in an all-black ensemble as she made her would out of the car and carried some of her belongings into the London airport on Saturday morning.
The Dame has arrived: Angelina Jolie kept a low-key look for her first outing after the news as she was spotted arriving at Heathrow airport with Brad Pitt and several of their children
The Dame has arrived: Angelina Jolie kept a low-key look for her first outing after the news as she was spotted arriving at Heathrow airport with Brad Pitt and several of their children

The Maleficent star wore a black waterfall cardigan over black trousers and she added height with black heels.
She accessorised with a large black handbag while her fiance Brad was seen in a beige ensemble.
The couple seemed to be joined by their eldest son, Maddox, who wore a backwards baseball cap by urban brand, The Hundreds.
Jet-setters: The 39-year-old actress was kitted out in an all-black ensemble as she made her would out of the car and carried some of her belongings into the London airport on Saturday morning
Jet-setters: The 39-year-old actress was kitted out in an all-black ensemble as she made her would out of the car and carried some of her belongings into the London airport on Saturday morning
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18+: Pictures; Luisa Zissman displays her tight abs and toned frame after shaping up in just TEN weeks

She admits to letting herself go during a four week stint in the Celebrity Big Brother compound, but Luisa Zissman is back on form and ready to show off her incredible physique on behalf of Protein World.
The former Apprentice UK finalist set herself a realistic goal as soon as she left the purpose built Hertfordshire house in a bid to shape up  -and the results are hard to deny.
She said: ‘I’ve always taken pride in my figure but it’s amazing what nearly a month of sitting around on a sofa doing no exercise and eating c**p can do.
Shaping up nicely: Luisa Zissman shows off her incredible body in a new set of shots for Protein World
Shaping up nicely: Luisa Zissman shows off her incredible body in a new set of shots for Protein World

'I didn’t really realise when I was in the house as it’s all a bit of a bubble but when I came out I suddenly got a hell of a shock.
‘I’ve never been one for crash diets and I wanted to lose the weight properly to make sure it stayed off so I set myself a target of 10 weeks. I also wanted to make sure that I didn’t lose all my shape and muscles!’
With a target to aim for the mother of one began training with former British Olympian Debbie Georgiou, focussing primarily on exercises geared towards strengthening her core with the aid of moves inspired by dance and gymnastics. 
Here me PHWOAR: Luisa set a twn week target after leaving the Celebrity Big Brother house
Here me PHWOAR: Luisa set a twn week target after leaving the Celebrity Big Brother house
Motivated: Luisa says she shaped up after spending  a month 'sitting on the sofa and doing nothing' in the Celebrity Big Brother house
Toned and trim: But the businesswoman admits she found it difficult to balance her bakery and burgeoning media career with rigorous exercise routines
Toned and trim: But the businesswoman admits she found it difficult to balance her bakery and burgeoning media career with rigorous exercise routines
Welcome to the gun show: Luisa shows off her muscles
Welcome to the gun show: Luisa shows off her muscles


But the businesswoman admits she found it difficult to balance her bakery and burgeoning media career with rigorous exercise routines – and even harder to stay away from some of her famous cupcakes.
She added: ‘It’s not easy when you run a cake business to be good all the time but I found smoothies really helped control this urge.
‘I love Protein World’s Slender Blend and found that when I mixed in some of my favourite fruit and veg it was even better than the other stuff on the shelves, even though it’s really healthy’
Away from the gym Luisa admits she’d happily strip off for a centrefold photoshoot – but only if the price is right.
Let's dance: The TV personality says she's delighted with her new body shape
Let's dance: The TV personality says she's delighted with her new body shape

She said: "I quite like Playboy, I think it's a bit of an institution to be honest ... but I don't know if I'd do fully nude. But everyone has a price, so they'd have to come knocking.'
Quizzed on whether half a million pounds would be enough to persuade her, she added: 'Yeah, I'd do it for that.'
Luisa - whose baking company is named after her daughter Dixie - insists that although she got paid a lot for underwear shoots after taking part in Big Brother, her main income still comes from her businesses.
Hell yeah: Luisa shows off her nicely toned shoulders and arms
Hell yeah: Luisa shows off her nicely toned shoulders and arms

She said: 'You can be a businesswoman who has a brain and if you want to take your clothes off, you can take your clothes off ... sex does sell, but so do cupcakes!'
The 27-year-old reality TV star also claims she's happy that she came second on Lord Alan Sugar's entrepreneurial competition 'The Apprentice', because she was able to remain in control.
Speaking on ITV's This Morning, she said: 'If I had the choice now of winning or coming second in The Apprentice I'd come second.
'To be honest, I never thought I'd win - the deal is £250,000 and 50% of your business and I got a similar amount of money for 24% and I run my businesses how I want to run them.'
Job done: With a target to aim for the mother of one began training with former British Olympian Debbie Georgiou, focussing primarily on exercises geared towards strengthening her core with the aid of moves inspired by dance and gymnastics
Job done: With a target to aim for the mother of one began training with former British Olympian Debbie Georgiou, focussing primarily on exercises geared towards strengthening her core with the aid of moves inspired by dance and gymnastics
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Liverpool coach, Brendan Rodgers poses for photo with Stormtroopers from Star Wars

Many Premier League managers have grabbed the opportunity to spend the summer in warmer climes by heading to the World Cup in Brazil and scouting player ahead of the new season.
But Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers has declined to head to the tournament, preferring instead to hang out with Stormtroopers at a promotional event.
It is not known if Rodgers is a fan of the Star Wars films but he will have plenty of time to watch them while away on Liverpool's pre-season tour of American which includes friendlies against Roma, Olympiacos, Manchester City and AC Milan before a game against Borussia Dortmund at Anfield.
Cooking up a storm: Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers poses with Stormtroopers
Cooking up a storm: Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers poses with Stormtroopers

That should help Liverpool prepare for a return to the Champions League and Rodgers will also hope to have added some strength in depth to his squad by then.
Liverpool have already signed striker Rickie Lambert from Southampton while a deal for Emre Can to join from Bayer Leverkusen has been agreed subject to documentation.
And 18-year-old MK Dons wonderkid Dele Alli could be set to follow suit in a transfer worth £3.5 million.
Day job: Pre-season will soon be underway for Liverpool manager Rodgers
Day job: Pre-season will soon be underway for Liverpool manager Rodgers 
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Podolski backs misfiring Ozil to get even better for Arsenal and Germany

Germany forward Lukas Podolski has leapt to the defence of underfire Arsenal team-mate Mesut Ozil, saying he will light up the World Cup for Germany and prove his doubters wrong at the Emirates.
Record-signing Ozil came in for criticism towards the end of last season after losing his early season form and his halo appears to be slowly slipping for the Germany national team, too.
Coach Joachim Low has already backed the 25-year-old midfielder to produced the goods 'like he always has done' for Germany in Brazil, and Podolski has no doubts about Ozil's worth for club and country either.
Buddies: Podolski and Ozil spend a lot of time together for club and country and have been friends for years
Buddies: Podolski and Ozil spend a lot of time together for club and country and have been friends for years

'Mesut is a world-class player,' Podolski said on Sunday. 'Mesut has the quality and he's going to give us a lot of pleasure.
'He is going to produce the goods in the months and years to come and people have just got to accept him the way he is.
'Just let the lad play football.'
Alone: Ozil has been singled out for his poor performances in Arsenal's run-in  after an impressive start
Alone: Ozil has been singled out for his poor performances in Arsenal's run-in after an impressive start

Ozil looks set to start for Germany in their World Cup opener against Portugal on Monday while Podolski could also be in line for a place in Low's XI after the injury-enforced withdrawal of Marco Reus.
'Everybody has got to be on their toes and ready,' Podolski said. 'I'm preparing myself as if I will be playing, and if I don't, then at least I would still be ready.'
Support: Podolski, who could be in line for a start against Portugal, has backed Ozil to star in Brazil
Support: Podolski, who could be in line for a start against Portugal, has backed Ozil to star in Brazil

Leader: Ozil is still a key man in the heart of Germany's midfield despite his indifferent Premier League form
Leader: Ozil is still a key man in the heart of Germany's midfield despite his indifferent Premier League form

The nation ranked second in the world faces the one ranked fourth with Low declaring it a '50/50' clash, but Podolski had a touch more optimism when he met the media on Saturday.
'Of course they have Cristiano Ronaldo, who is capable of deciding any game, but if we play the way we can, then we will leave the field triumphant,' he said.
'If we don't, then we've just got to hope that we manage to keep Ronaldo under control, or that he doesn't have a good day.
'My aim is to get my hands on the trophy in the end. I don't come to play for Germany just for the fun of it, and if anybody were to do that, then they would be better off just staying at home.'
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Joel Campbell was superb in Costa Rica's World Cup win... so will Wenger finally give him a chance at Arsenal?

Joel Campbell has proved himself in the Champions League, La Liga, Ligue 1, Greek Super League and now, on the biggest stage of them all, the World Cup.
But the forward, having spent three of his five-year deal with Arsenal on loan to other clubs, is yet to be given a chance in the Premier League by Arsene Wenger.
The 21-year-old put in a commanding performance for Costa Rica in their 3-1 win over Uruguay, scoring one and setting up another, but will that be enough to make it on to the Arsenal manager's radar or will it go unnoticed for another year?
Goal: Joel Campbell scores for Costa Rica in their surprise 3-1 win over Uruguay in the Group D opener
Goal: Joel Campbell scores for Costa Rica in their surprise 3-1 win over Uruguay in the Group D opener
Ready: Campbell has cut his teeth with Lorient, Real Betis and Olympiacos but looks ready to return
Ready: Campbell has cut his teeth with Lorient, Real Betis and Olympiacos but looks ready to return

Are you watching, Arsene? Wenger may take notice of Campbell's commanding performance against Uruguay
Are you watching, Arsene? Wenger may take notice of Campbell's commanding performance against Uruguay


JOEL CAMPBELL'S LEAGUE RECORD

2009-2011: SAPRISSA (2 APPS/0 GOALS)
2011: PUNTARENAS (loan) (5/0)
2011-NOW: ARSENAL (0/0)
2011-2012: LORIENT (loan) (25/3)
2012-2013: REAL BETIS (loan) (28/2)
2013-2014: OLYMPIACOS (loan) (32/8)
Campbell, just as he did in the Champions League against Manchester United at Old Trafford, proved worthy of the competition in Brazil by scoring an impressive goal.
His strke in the 54th minute brought Costa Rica level, having taken a moment to control the ball, set himself and beat goalkeeper Fernando Muslera with a superb half-volley.
They went on to score two more, securing a surprise win over a Uruguay lacking striker Luis Suarez.
The third and killer goal by substitute Marco Urena was set up by an inch-perfect through-ball by Campbell, too.
Even towards the dying minutes, the youngster was winning corners to eat up time and, albeit inadvertently, was fouled by a frustrated Maxi Pereira, who saw red for the ugly challenge.
Chance: Campbell scored one, assisted another, killed time towards the end and was fouled in the red card
Chance: Campbell scored one, assisted another, killed time towards the end and was fouled in the red card

REMEMBER WHEN JOEL CAMPBELL BOUGHT 100 PANINI STICKER PACKS?

 
Missing: Campbell couldn't find himself in Panini
Missing: Campbell couldn't find himself in Panini
Joel Campbell may have struggled to find a sticker of himself before the World Cup began but he certainly made himself known to those unaware of his talents with a superb display against Uruguay.
The Arsenal striker infamously bought 100 packs of Panini World Cup stickers in April – and failed to find a single one of him.
He posted an image including a pile of what he says is 100 opened packets, each of which include five stickers so 500 in total, and lamented that none of them included him.
On loan at Olympiacos last season, the 21-year-old shone in the Champions League last 16 round against Manchester United, and his latest match-winning performance in Brazil will not have gone unnoticed by Arsene Wenger.

Campbell's five-year contract with Arsenal in 2011 has seen him go largely unnoticed at the Emirates.
He was shipped out on loan to Ligue 1's Lorient and La Liga's Real Betis, before becoming instrumental in Olympiacos winning the Greek Super League by a landslide 17 points.
The World Cup can often act as an audition for players, and Campbell made his chance count. The extent, though, is down to Wenger.
Hopeful: Campbell will concentrate on the World Cup for now as he battles with Uruguay's Martin Caceres (left)
Hopeful: Campbell will concentrate on the World Cup for now as he battles with Uruguay's Martin Caceres (left)
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Arsenal manager, Arsene Wenger planning £5m swoop for Liverpool keeper Reina

Arsenal are considering a £5million move for Liverpool’s Pepe Reina — the Spain goalkeeper Arsene Wenger tried to sign for £20m four years ago.
Wenger needs a second goalkeeper after Lukasz Fabianski moved to Swansea but Reina’s arrival would put current keeper Wojciech Szczesny under huge pressure. Reina would expect to oust him and play in the first team if he were to make the move.
Currently behind Iker Casillas in the Spanish pecking order, Reina could find himself promoted after the 5-1 horror show against Holland in Brazil on Friday night.
Up for grabs: Arsenal are keen to swoop for Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina this summer
Up for grabs: Arsenal are keen to swoop for Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina this summer

The Liverpool keeper spent all last year on loan at Napoli and though Rafa Benitez would be keen to have him back in Serie A next season, Liverpool would prefer him to have a permanent move so they do not have to keep subsidising his wages.
Napoli also have Brazilian keeper Rafael developing well and are keen to spend their budget in other areas.
Wenger tried to sign Reina in 2010 when Arsenal bid £20m but Liverpool refused to sell him at the time.
Replacement: Arsene Wenger is to bring in a second goalkeeper after losing Lukasz Fabianski to Swansea earlier this summer
Replacement: Arsene Wenger is to bring in a second goalkeeper after losing Lukasz Fabianski to Swansea earlier this summer

Reina was a popular figure on Merseyside before he was sent out on loan to Serie A side Napoli
Reina was a popular figure on Merseyside before he was sent out on loan to Serie A side Napoli

The Spain No 2, who is now 31, would be available for much less than that now, with just two years left on his contract and with Simon Mignolet having established himself as the new No 1 at Liverpool. Arsenal would expect to pay about £5m.
Arsenal also need to sign a new striker and have been quoted £32m to sign Real Madrid’s Alvaro Morata — even though the player only has one more year on his contract. That price tag means Arsenal’s interest has cooled considerably.
Bayern Munich’s Mario Mandzukic is an alternative while Wenger is also looking to sign another midfielder. Borussia Dortmund’s Sven Bender is under consideration. 
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Manchester United lead race to sign Arsenal captain Vermaelen in cut-price deal

Manchester United are considering a fresh move for Thomas Vermaelen.
The Arsenal defender is out of contract at the end of next season and keen to move on to revive his career.
David Moyes was weighing up a move for the Belgium international earlier this year but changed his mind.
Struggled: Thomas Vermaelen only made 14 Premier League appearances for Arsenal last season
Struggled: Thomas Vermaelen only made 14 Premier League appearances for Arsenal last season

National service: Vermaelen is currently with the Belgium squad at the World Cup in Brazil
National service: Vermaelen is currently with the Belgium squad at the World Cup in Brazil

Vermaelen has suffered at Arsenal after a dip in form last year allowed Per Mertesacker to establish himself alongside Laurent Koscielny.
The 28-year-old is still club captain at Arsenal but only made 14 league appearances last season for Arsene Wenger's side.
United want an experienced centre back and a younger one with the idea the experienced one has knowledge of the Premier League.
Dynamic duo: Koscielny (left) and Mertesacker are Arsenal's first choice centre backs
Dynamic duo: Koscielny (left) and Mertesacker are Arsenal's first choice centre backs

Incoming United boss Louis van Gaal knows Vermaelen from his time playing for Ajax and believes he may be worth recruiting in a cut-price deal.
Vermaelen has had interest from Italy - notably Fiorentina - but the chance to play for United would be too good to turn down.
Vermaelen is currently with the Belgium squad at the World Cup so any deal is likely to be completed later in the summer.
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Saturday, 14 June 2014

Pele: I fear Arsenal and Germany star Mesut Ozil and Bayern star Thomas Muller

The three-time world champion feels Joachim Low's side are one of the biggest contenders for the tournament and added that Bayern Munich made a mistake in not signing Neymar

Mesut Ozil Thomas Muller Germany World Cup qualifier 22032013 Brazil icon Pele says he fears "every player" in the Germany World Cup squad - particularly Thomas Muller and Mesut Ozil.

Germany have been drawn in Group G with Portugal, Ghana and USA and are seen as one of the favourites to win the tournament.

And Pele believes that, while he feels Brazil will claim a sixth world title on home soil, Joachim Low's men pose a genuine threat.

"Brazil are the favourites. We are playing at home and have a good team," he told Bild. "But I really respect Germany. They are the best team in Europa together with Spain, both are perfectly organised."
"I fear every German player with my heart. Mainly Thomas Muller and also Mesut Ozil. These players could be dangerous."

The three-time World Cup winner added he has spoken to Franz Beckenbauer about the strength of the Germany team, although he warned that the strongest side on paper does not always enjoy the greatest success.
"Franz told me that he is very satisfied with the German team. They have a lot of young top-talented players. The midfield is maybe as strong as ever.

"But great players don't automatically lead to success. In 1982, Brazil had the best team by far with stars like Zico, Socrates or Eder - but in the end Italy won the World Cup. The tournament is never predictable."
Pele was then asked if he feels Bayern Munich made a mistake in not signing Neymar at Pep Guardiola's request, to which he replied:

"Yes, if there is a chance to get Neymar you must take it. He improves every team in the world."

The 73-year-old also revealed he has been approached by several clubs to take over as coach but he has never been interested.

"I have been asked often if I want to become coach. Santos asked me every year since I stopped playing in 1974. Also Milan, Benfica and the Brazilian national team wanted me.

"But I never accepted these offers because the job would have made me crazy. I might have demanded too much of the players.

"As a coach you have to bear a lot. Coaches often suffer with the pressure. I always enjoyed sitting on the stands and not on the bench.
He joked: "I only would have thought twice if Bayern would have asked."
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Casillas may have lost on the pitch... but his wife lit up media centre

Stadium media centres are never the most glamorous of places with the press pack sweating over laptops. But Spanish World Cup games are a different affair.
The presence of Sara Carbonero, a TV reporter for Spanish crew Mediaset but slightly better known as the wife of Iker Casillas, certainly brightened up the place on Friday.
Glamorous: Iker Casillas' wife Sara Carbonero is a TV reporter for Spanish crew Mediaset
Glamorous: Iker Casillas' wife Sara Carbonero is a TV reporter for Spanish crew Mediaset

Vicente Del Bosque was at pains to emphasise that Spain are not Barcelona on the eve of battle.
Maybe so, but 45 per cent of his starting line-up - five of 11 - were plucked from the Nou Camp.
The Barca numbers in the squad were a little higher than reality with FIFA listing Cesc Fabregas with his former club and not Chelsea.
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Esporte Club Bahia are the usual home team at this gleaming stadium and they've been playing here for over a year.
However, one of their recent star turns, unluckily, left the club the month before they moved in - Kleberson.
The 2002 World Cup winner and one-time 'future of Manchester United's midfield' now plies his trade in the second tier in the US. Not one of Fergie's finest buys.
 
Louis van Gaal is famed for his meticulous planning but even by his own sky-high standards, the incoming Manchester United boss pulled off no mean feat.
Holland's starting team lined up with numbers 1 through 11 on their backs. Van Gaal might just have settled on his team a while back.
Happy Holland: Louis van Gaal high fives Robin Van Persie after the frontman's brilliant header against Spain
Happy Holland: Louis van Gaal high fives Robin Van Persie after the frontman's brilliant header against Spain

 
Dutch fans in their droves turned the streets of Salvador a blinding orange before the game and it was also hard to avoid former Oranje frontmen this week.
Ruud van Nistelrooy was the first to cause a stir at training mid-week and Pierre van Hooijdonk was mobbed by his countrymen outside the arena here.
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Spain hitman Diego Costa left to wonder what could have been after his controversial snub to hosts Brazil

The tiny town of Lagarto is 173miles from the Arena Fonte Nova. It's just over a two-hour drive, which in this country the size of a continent is the equivalent of popping down the road for bread and milk.
It's where Diego Costa was born and you'd imagine, where he kicked his first football. So this should have been a homecoming of sorts for the man leading the line for the world and European champions.
When his face came up on the big screen in Salvador with about 30 minutes to go, the 25-year-old probably got the sense that he wasn't going to be welcomed home with open arms. Boos and jeers pierced the afternoon air. It was only going to get worse.
Silenced: Diego Costa was booed by fans in Brazil as Spain were thrashed by Holland on Friday night
Silenced: Diego Costa was booed by fans in Brazil as Spain were thrashed by Holland on Friday night
Shock: Costa and Andres Iniesta watch on after another Holland goal in Salvador
 
Costa was playing his first competitive international and winning his fifth cap here. The problem is that the previous four were split evenly between Spain and Brazil.  As recently as March last year he was wearing canary yellow and looked like he could be the future of the Brazilian frontline.
But that all changed in September when he got himself a Spanish passport and jumped ship to his adopted country. It sent Brazil into a rage. Luis Felipe Scolari fumed, accusing him of 'turning his back on the dreams of millions - to represent the national team in a World Cup in Brazil'.
The reaction may not have been so fierce though if Brazil didn't have a lack of attacking options the like of which they haven't known in recent times. As Fred laboured at times during Thursday's opener against the Croatians, Scolari had only Jo as an alternative. The presence of Costa might steel the hosts for a serious tilt at the sixth world crown.
There have been many other Brazilians who stood for another country's national anthem - Deco in Portugal and Eduardo in Croatia more recent examples - but none sparked as much vitriol as Costa's. That's undoubtedly because they weren't as badly needed as he is.
Crucial: Costa earned his side a penalty as Spain opened the scoring in the World Cup game
Crucial: Costa earned his side a penalty as Spain opened the scoring in the World Cup game

Crucial: Costa earned his side a penalty as Spain opened the scoring in the World Cup game
Costa will become another Chelsea mega-signing once the tournament ends after Jose Mourinho got clearance to trigger the £32million escape clause in his contract with the La Liga winners. He was to keep two other huge Blues buys - the £50m Fernando Torres and £26m Cesc Fabregas confined to the Spanish bench as Del Bosque asked him to lead the line.
He had his first opening on 13 minutes when David Silva sent him scurrying clear but Ron Vlaar, the Aston Villa man as impressive for his country here as he had been awful for Aston Villa this term, snuffed out the chance. Costa skewed another chance horribly wide five minutes later but he was soon to have his first major moment.
Again fed by Silva he invited Stefan de Vrij to overstretch and won a penalty that gave Spain the lead. All was briefly well in his world. But as the half closed out and at the other end Robin Van Persie soared through the Salvador skies to level, the service started to dry up. Things were beginning to take a turn for the worse - both for the striker and Spain.
By the time he was brought off, weary and sodden on 61 minutes, Spain trailed 2-1. He was to have a front row seat to the horror that followed. The team that only conceded two goals on the way to the 2010 World Cup had shipped five in 90 minutes.
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Song offered to Manchester United as Barca bid to offload ex-Arsenal man

Manchester United have been offered Alex Song from Barcelona.
The former Arsenal midfielder is available as Luis Enrique looks to fund buys for other areas.
The Cameroon midfielder left Arsenal in a £15million deal ahead of the 2012-13 season.
Heading back to England? Alex Song has been offered to Manchester United as the Luis Enrique era begins in Barcelona
Heading back to England? Alex Song has been offered to Manchester United as the Luis Enrique era begins in Barcelona

It doesn't rain but it pours: Song's Cameroon fell to a 1-0 defeat to Mexico in their World Cup opener
It doesn't rain but it pours: Song's Cameroon fell to a 1-0 defeat to Mexico in their World Cup opener

Song has been linked with a move to Liverpool and United, while the Gunners are also in the hunt for a holding midfielder.
The 26-year-old spent nine seasons at Arsenal, making 206 appearances and scoring 10 goals.
He became an integral part of Arsene Wenger's midfield plans during his time in north London, but has underwhelmed at the Nou Camp.
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Now Barca join race Liverpool in race for wantaway Saints defender Lovren

Barcelona have pinpointed Southampton's Dejan Lovren as they consider options for central defence.
The 24-year-old has told Southampton he wants to leave and has attracted interest from Liverpool also.
Tough start: Dejan Lovren suffered some rough justice in Croatia's World Cup opener after referee Yuichi Nishimura gave a debatable penalty
Tough start: Dejan Lovren suffered some rough justice in Croatia's World Cup opener after referee Yuichi Nishimura gave a debatable penalty

The central defender wrote an email to executive director Les Reed and chairman Ralph Krueger on May 30 with notice of his desire to leave St Mary's this summer.
In it, he outlined his ambition to play Champions League football next season and wants to move this summer.
On the move: Lovren has submitted a transfer request to leave Southampton with Barcelona rivalling Liverpool for his services
On the move: Lovren has submitted a transfer request to leave Southampton with Barcelona rivalling Liverpool for his services

Lovren, 24, was signed from Lyon last summer for £7million and is determined to quit the club to stay in the Barclays Premier League with a top four team.
The defender, who was outstanding in his first Premier League season, is among a number of players who want to leave following the departure of manager Mauricio Pochettino to Tottenham and Rickie Lambert to Liverpool for £4m.
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Get festival ready is a gorgeous graphic gown like Katy Perry


This is a dress and a half. Note the cocoon shape of the shoulders gliding effortlessly into that half sleeve and the way the pattern perfectly mirrors the shape of the body.

The quilted effect also sets it apart from your run of the mill summer printed shift as it gives it real structure. This dress doesn't just whisper 'hello pleased to meet you' it veritably shouts 'I have arrived let the the party commence!'

In fact rather like its wearer, warbler Katy Perry sporting a new green hair do which, strangely, looks rather fetching.

As do its designer, Alice Temperley this is a serious departure but we like it! Sure she's known for dressing boho babes but although this is indeed perfect festival wear it has some serious attitude. The long catwalk version has something of the 70s about it but Katy's version is eminently more wearable and cocktail party ready.

If you like this, other designers who make graphic prints their signature are Peter Pilotto and Holly Fulton. We're loving the River Island though!
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Go grey on the beach this summer


Not only is the entire cast of The Only Way Is Essex in Marbella at the moment but Jermaine Jenas and his wife Ellie have also landed at the uber glamorous Spanish resort. Footballers, WAGs and TOWIE... yep, pretty much how we imagine Marbella to be.
And Ellie is giving those Essex girls a run for their money as she turns heads at in her stylish grey two-piece. She has an amazing beach body which we're going to use as inspiration for getting ourselves bikini ready this summer.
Her steely look is by Lotty B which has unfortunately now sold out. But that doesn't mean we can't recreate her look with the power of the internet and the ever more brilliant virtual high street. What did we do before we could shop online in the comfort of our own homes?
For those with a healthy beach budget try the Melissa Odabash bikini at Asos below. It's got the luxurious design, fabric and metal detailing you'd expect but is in the sale so is worth buying now before it sells out.
Or keep things purse friendly with Topshop's lovely plaited version which at only £24 leaves plenty of money to spend while you're on holiday!
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Get a golden glow in Danielle's embellished bikini


The perfect bikini can be like gold dust to find, but Danielle Lloyd's latest holiday has shown she has found a winning formula.
Beach Bunny is one of her go-to brands, and she's not the only one. Their boudoir-inspired, often slightly risqué designs are also loved by the likes of Rihanna, the Kardashians and Coleen Rooney.
The bright lights of Las Vegas clearly inspired Danielle! She wore this gold sequinned two-piece, which also features beaded details and is perfect to offset sun kissed skin. It might be pricey, but you sure do get a lot of bang for your buck! Click (right) to buy yours now at Anna Lous.
You might not think that sequins and water mix, but for plenty of poolside glamour, it's the way forward. But if Danielle's doesn't float your boat, opt for embellishment, metallics, and sequins galore in your favourite bikini from our alternatives below. This Wonderland option will help you to shimmer and shine in the sun, or Boohoo's bargain is as good as gold!
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