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

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

 

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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They're a party couple! Spencer Matthews and Stephanie Pratt colour-coordinate for ANOTHER night out on the town

Since debuting their new romance, they've hardly been keeping a low profile.
And new reality star couple Spencer Matthews and Stephanie Pratt had another night out on the town on Friday as the partied at Aura.
With their styles clearly in sync, they looked like they'd colour-coordinated their outfits as they posed up together outside the club.

Party couple: Spencer Matthews and new girlfriend Stephanie Pratt had yet another night out on the town on Friday as they partied at Aura

Clearly preferring to spend most nights going out rather then cuddling up on the sofa, Spencer and Stephanie had their third night together out this week.
But despite their succession of late nights, the TV stars looked as fresh-faced as ever as they left the London club hand-in-hand.
And the couple, who are thought to have been dating for two months, looked like they'd certainly discussed their outfits before heading out.

Styles in sync: Both reality TV stars wore bright orange for the night out, having clearly coordinated their looks

Matchy matchy: Proving just how loved up they are, the new couple seemed keen to wear similar outfits as they hit the town

  

Stephanie, who rose to fame in US scripted reality show The Hills, wore a high-waisted orange skirt and black vest top, while her boyfriend wore an orange shirt.
Not exactly blending into the crowd, the pair stood out thanks to the garish colour of their attire, grinning as they headed home together.
Both looking bronzed, they stuck close together as they smiled fro the cameras when they stepped out onto the streets from the Mayfair club.

Not blending in: The couple certainly didn't' look like they were trying to go incognito in the garish colour

Lothario: Spencer, who is known for being a love rat, seems smitten with his new girlfriend

The night before Spencer and Stephanie also seemed to have planned their outfits as they both wore grey and black as they were spotted at Mahiki.
Love rat Spencer, who only recently split for MIC co-star Lucy Watson, definitely seemed to have found someone who matches his high style standards.
Spencer and Stephanie have been dating since June, with her most recent trip to London sparking speculation that The Hills star could make an appearance Made in Chelsea's sixth series, which Spencer started shooting last week.
The couple recently insisted that their relationship is not a publicity stunt, while acknowledging the difficulties of a long-distance relationship.

Going grey? They night before the couple had also matched the colour of their outfits as they headed to Mahiki

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Billy Crystal backtracks to claim he's offended by ANY kind of gratuitous sex on TV

ACTOR Billy Crystal has backtracked on his previous comments that TV producers need to tone it down when it comes to portraying gay sex on TV.

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Prime TV's new-look season gets techy (+trailers)

In a week in which cyber security has been making worldwide headlines, Prime TV's high-tech new season line-up seems kind of timely.Announced today, the channel's programme launch for the 2014/2015 TV season includes two shows that...

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David Beckham turns biker boy as he brings Bond Street to a standstill to launch Belstaff's flagship London store

He's often spotted zooming around Los Angeles on his extensive motorbike collection.
So no wonder David Beckham was the perfect choice to launch bikers fashion brand Belstaff's new London store.
Taking place during London Fashion Week, the retired footballer brought the capital's Bond Street to a standstill as he posed by an orange BMW bike.

Biker boy: David Beckham launches the new Belstaff flagship store in London's Bond Street on Sunday night

Wannabe in our gang? David was accompanied by a group of models showcasing Belstaff designs

The father-of-four certainly looked the part in his leather trousers and jacket, grey T-shirt and biker boots.
The former England star was the surprise guest at the cocktail party to celebrate the launch of the new store during Fashion Week.
David is said to be the new face of the label for their new Spring/Summer 2014 campaign.

Hell for leather: The 38-year-old certainly looked the part in his leathers, gelled back hair and stubble

Mine's a Harley, what about you? The men talk bikes as they pose outside the store

As he modelled some of the designs, he was joined by a host of male and female models to showcase the new collection.
His appearance at LFW comes after he supported wife Victoria at her fashion show during New York Fashion Week last Saturday.
While Becks was the main attraction, several other celebrities turned up to enjoy the party.

Meet and greet: David shakes hands with a motorcyclist

Hope Posh doesn't mind: David pulls some Blue Steel as he joins some biker chicks by the BMW bike

New role: David is said to be the face of Belstaff's new Spring/Summer 2014 campaign

Pop star Pixie Lott, who has been spotted at a string of shows during LFW, arrived with her model boyfriend Oliver Cheshire.
The blonde singer, 22, showed off her legs in a red, satin mini-dress and leather jacket.
Socialite Lady Victoria Hervey arrived clad in Belstaff leather as she posed in the rain.

Handsome pair: Pop star Pixie Lott arrived on the arm of her male model boyfriend Oliver Cheshire

Other guests in attendance included actress Olivia Grant and TV presenter Zara Martin.
Belstaff is a British-founded brand which originally produced all-weather jackets for motorcylists before branching out into other areas of fashion.
The Bond Street flagship, named Belstaff House, is the brand's first UK store.

Biker chicks: Socialite Lady Victoria Hervey (left) and actress Olivia Grant

Does it suit me? Model/TV presenter Zara Martin perches on the bike

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Gordon Ramsay turns his bowl cut into a proper vintage undercut as he films Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares

It was certainly worrying when Gordon Ramsay stepped out for Victoria Beckham’s birthday with a bowl cut hairdo.

But after a few weeks it seems the TV chef has finally learnt how to style his undercut into a more presentable fashion, as he filmed scenes for Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmare.

Gordon, 47, must have got some tips from his pal David Beckham, who first brought the 1940s look to the world’s attention two years ago.

He finally bought some gel: Gordon Ramsay finally styles his undercut appropriately as he films scenes for Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares

The chef had lathered on the gel to really spike his highlighted-blond locks up as he took a break from filming in Los Boliches, Fuengirola, Malaga.

Some believe that he may have undergone follicular unit extraction - or FUE - surgery, for which the patient is told to shave part of their head in order for doctors to successfully access the roots.

Though surgeons such as Dr Reddy in London's Harley Street offer the procedure without this drawback.

What a difference: The look was certainly an improvement on the bowl cut he had been rocking a few weeks ago

He’s got his cut just in time for the annual Soccer Aid tournament in he will once again play for Team Rest Of The World.

On 8 June, the charity match organised by Robbie Williams will see celebrities and football legends don their studs to help save and change children's lives around the world.

Battling it out for Team England for the coveted Soccer Aid trophy are True Blood Stephen Moyer, comedians Jack Whitehall John Bishop and Michael McIntyre, Take That’s Mark Owen, singer Olly Murs, Take Me Out’s Paddy McGuinness, Robbie’s best pal and co-founder Jonathan Wilkes, Heart FM presenter Jamie Theakston, Good Morning Britain’s Ben Shephard, former JLS star Marvin Humes, and Hollywood actor Dominic Cooper.

Taking a break: The TV chef is currently filming in Malaga

The celebs will be joined by ex-footballers Jamie Carragher, Teddy Sheringham, Jamie Redknapp, David Seaman, Matt Le Tissier with manager Sam Allardyce and coach Peter Reid getting some help from assistant manager Robbie and Bradley Walsh.

The Rest of the World team has host of Hollywood names including Olivier-award winner Martin Sheen (Captain), Oscar-nominated actor Jeremy Renner, X-Men star James McAvoy, Glee’s Mark Salling, Avatar star Sam Worthington, Super Fun Night’s Kevin Bishop and Santiago Cabrera, known for his work in The Musketeers and Heroes.

Gordon, Man Vs Food’s Adam Richman, presenter Patrick Kielty and Westlife’s Nicky Byrne make up the rest of the team that will be managed by Chelsea’s José Mourinho, and also have the help of Alessandro Del Piero, Andriy Shevchenko, Edgar Davids, Edwin van der Sar and Jaap Stam.

Soccer Aid: Gordon will once again be playing for Team Rest of the World at this year's Unicef charity match, having played previously with Will Ferrell and Patrick Kielty

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List of select winners at People's Choice Awards

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Top 10 Hottest Hollywood Actresses 2013

Over the years, the hotness quotient amongst Hollywood actresses has constantly been on the rise. Divine bodies, flawless faces and ounces of oomph, today’s leading ladies of Hollywood can not only act but also manage to bedazzle you with their looks.From endorsements to magazine covers and pin-ups , these sexy ladies are more than just an on-screen delight and continue to please the eyes and act as a visual treat in many ways. Its not just how they look but also the particular  attitude and seductiveness  which they exuberate immediately and add to their physical hotness. Passionate scenes, revealing clothes and boldness of new roles are some of the reasons for having some of the most hottest women on screen.Most of them can manage to turn up the heat even without the character demanding it and have this certain X factor that sets them apart from other Hollywood actresses. Taking the world by storm in different looks , roles and avatars , Here are some of the top 10 hottest Hollywood actresses of today.

10) Keira Knightley

After making a hit debut in the blockbuster  movie ,Bend It Like Beckham the British actress Keira Knightley went on to do other succesful films such as Pride and Prejudice, Atonement, Pirates of the Caribbean and Anna Karenina .Knightley’s hotness seems to be at more of an aristocratic and down-to-earth level and thus  she manages to turn on the heat even while playing upper-class and royalty roles. Knightley was the celebrity face for the luxury goods brand Asprey, Shiatzy Chen , Lux , Chanel’s Coco Mademoiselle and set herself as a different class apart from all the other actresses through this persona that she had built around her. This svelte and slender beauty is a sight to behold as she plays all her roles.

9) Salma Hayek

After proving her acting in the famous Hollywood movie Frida , this Mexican bombshell took the world by a storm with her dusky skin and exotic look. She was also appreciated for her role in the TV series Ugly Betty.This voluptuous eye candy is a common on every guy’s dream list and always leaves you wanting for another glimpse of her. Also having involved in production and direction ,this exquisite creation of God never seems to grow old with time and even carries off age with such class and style.

8) Penelope Cruz

Having starred in a variety of Hollywood flicks such as Vanilla Sky, Vicky Christina Barcelona , Volver , Sahara and modeled for various prestigious brands such as  Mango, Ralph Lauren and L’Oréal , Penelope Cruz has definitely made her mark in the department of looks if not anything else. Being the master of  a full, curvy body and carrying the ability to look cute and hot at the same time, Penelope also manages to conceal age with her alluring and ever young looks.

7) Cameron Diaz

Former supermodel Cameron Diaz, was at the peak  of her fame after her debut in “The Mask” and went on to star in more famous movies such as My Best Friend’s Wedding, What Happens in Vegas, Charlie’s angels etc. Symmetrically gifted, this stunning blonde beauty has wooed everyone with her looks and charm. This enchanting  blue eyed diva has an infectious smile that can get anyone in knots and with raw sex appeal like hers its hard not to believe that she is one of the most highly paid actresses in the industry,

6) Jessica Alba

After she shot to fame because of her role in the TV series , Dark Angels “ there was no looking back for the sizzling Alba as she went on to make a mark with movies such as  Honey ,Sin City ,Fantastic Four series and Good Luck Chuck She has featured in Maxim’s “Hot 100″ AskMen.com’s list of “99 Most Desirable Women” and FHM’s “Sexiest Woman in the World” by FHM in 2007.. While her flawless beauty landed her contracts with L’Oréal and Revlon. A cupload of heat , and a dash of naughty. Jessica Alba’s hotness is bound to bowl you over and leave you completely stumped in a matter of minutes.

5) Emma Stone

After making a splash woth her debut in TV series “Drive” and a few roles in  a few movies such as The House Bunny , Ghosts of Girlfriends Past ,Zombieland , Easy A, Paper Man and Superbad she is a frequent visitor on the list of the 50 Hottest Redheads, Maxim Hot 100 and FHM 100 Sexiest Women in the World list.This mystreriously sexy and wild star can add a special touch to any movie and is literally blessed with looks that could kill. She has also been noted as one of the most talented budding and upcoming actress to watch out for in the coming years

4) Angelina Jolie

Gone in Sixty Seconds, Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, Mr. & Mrs. Smith, a Mighty Heart, Wanted, Salt etc are some of the movies that have brought out the best in Angelina Jolie. The sultry and seductive Jolie is now one of the world’s most sought after actresses and she has won multiple awards during her acting tenure. Happily married to Brad Pitt, with three biological children and three adopted children, this yummy mummy never fails to impress. With mesmerizing eyes, plump lips and tattoos etched on her perfect like body, it is no surprise that she has stolen a million hearts

3) Scarlett Johansson

 The Horse Whisperer ,Girl with a Pearl Earring ,Avengers, The Prestige, Vicky Cristina Barcelona, and The Iron Man are some of the very famous movies of Scarlett Johansson .With her name on virtually every possible list of hot Hollywood women. Scarlett’s breathtaking looks and irresistible charm makes her undoubtedly the hottest of them all.Having  appeared in campaigns of  Calvin Klein, L’Oréal and Louis Vuitton , she is also a singer and has released two music albums.Being one of Hollywood’s most  modern female sex symbols and being listed as one of the most beautiful women in the world is something that comes very naturally to Scarlett. Effortlessly sexy and an artist’s delight , Scarlett Johannson and her signature red lips can haunt you for days and days to come.

2) Megan Fox

A common name on every guys mind when it comes to the hottest celebrity that they have seen, Megan Fox sets the screen on fire with her sharp features, deep brown hair and a well sculpted body. Her presence on screen demands a kind of immediate attention even if you’re seeing her for the first time. Although she’s starred in only a few movies such as Transformers and Jennifer’s Body, this much desired actress is also a brand ambassador of FHM and Armani undergarments

1) Mila Kunis

A newbie regular in the recent Maxim and FHM’s top 10 hottest women lists, Milena “Mila” Markovna Kunis A.K.A Mila Kunis is a Ukrainian beauty who became famous with the popular sitcom  That 70’s show and later went on to be the voice for Meg Griffin in Family Guy. She later bagged roles in successful movies such as Forgetting Sarah Marshall, Friends with Benefits, Black Swan, Ted etc. Her smoldering eyes, petite body and amazing combination of hot and humorous makes her the ultimate eye candy to watch out for.If you have had a glimpse of the sexy Mila , it will be no surprise that this actress tops the list of our Hot Hollywood Actresses.

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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

'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

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

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

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

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

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Michelle Keegan wows in pink leather skirt as she arrives separately from fiancé Mark Wright at Lorraine Fashion Awards

She was the newcomer on this year's judging panel to find the most fashionable stores on the high street.

And Michelle Keegan did her title proud when she arrived in a stylish pastel look at Lorraine’s High Street Fashion Awards 2014 on Wednesday at London's Vinopolis.

The actress, 26, appeared to be focusing on the job in hand after arriving separately from fiancé Mark Wright.

Perfect in pastels: Michelle Keegan looked stunning in pink as she arrived at Lorraine's High Street Fashion Awards at London's Vinopolis on Wednesday

Work first: Her fiancé Mark Wright arrived separately from the actress, who flashed her pins in a bright pink pencil skirt

 

The Coronation Street star showed off her super slim pins in a pink leather skirt, which she teamed with lilac stilettos.

She had picked the winners of this year's gongs alongside stylist Mark Heyes, TV presenter Lorraine Kelly and Closer's style editor Kat Byrne.

Looking perfectly groomed on the red carpet, Michelle also opted for a sleeveless pale blue jumper and a matching clutch.

Ever glamorous: The 26-year-old teamed her skirt with a knitted pale blue jumper, complete with sleeveless design

Great find: The former TOWIE star also opted for pastels, in a peach shirt and smart grey blazer

Meanwhile Mark also opted for pale pastels in the form of an orange shirt, which of course was done up to the top.

The former TOWIE star, 27, also stepped out in dark jeans, a dapper pale grey jacket and navy suede shoes.

Michelle's outing came on the same day that she addmitted she had cried over leaving the long-running ITV1 soap.

The beauty made the difficult decision to bow out after six years of playing brassy barmaid Tina McIntyre, and has secretly been sobbing to her mother about a future without the show.

Judging panel: Michellae posed with stylist Mark Heyes, Lorraine Kelly and Closer¿s style editor Kat Byrne

Radiant: The former Coronation Street star's make-up looked perfect while her hair was worn down and straight over one shoulder

She said: 'I've been living my dream for six-and-a-half years. I've cried and got emotional a few times, with my mum on my own. It's the end of an era. I'll never be able to come back.

The brunette  will be watching her last ever scenes from the comfort of her dad's house Michelle said: 'That's where I watched the episode when I was first on, so I'm going to watch the last episode with him. It'll be quite emotional.'

Speaking about her character's death, who dies after falling off a building site, said: 'I had a stunt double who fell from the top, then they made me fall on to a crash mat. It was the same level, but there were no barriers and I've never been so scared in all my life because I hate heights.

'I cried my eyes out - I was such a baby! I got myself into such a panic that my eyes were streaming. The look of terror on my face in that scene is genuine!'

Cheeky! The 27-year-old teamed his smart jacket with jeans, a tan belt and navy suede shoes

And Michelle revealed her on-screen injuries are so horrific the rest of the 'Corrie' cast struggled to look her in the eye on set.

She told new! magazine: 'It's horrible. I've got photos of what I look like in those scenes and my dad found it difficult to look at them. Tina is in a coma and there's pressure on her brain so they have to cut away a bit of skull and she's got a swollen eye.

'It's not nice. I had to walk to the canteen like that at lunchtime. You should have seen people's faces!'

She's a lucky girl! The TV presenter's showed off his sun-kissed appearance after adding a patterned pocket square to his look

Always a winner: Michelle had appeared on This Morning earlier in the day with her Corrie costars in a chic sheer and pleated skirt

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