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Spurs came from behind twice to earn a point at Newcastle United, cruised past Frank’s former club Brentford, then added this convincing 3-0 win against Slavia Prague to this mini-revival.

Before the victory against Brentford, Spurs had played 16 league games at home in 2025, winning only three and losing 10. This is the tide Frank has to turn.

This was not a perfect performance, with too many opportunities given to a mediocre Slavia side, but Spurs were always in control and have now moved to the edge of the top eight place in the Champions League table that guarantees automatic entry into the knockout phase.

In the Champions League context, it was also the perfect response to the 5-3 loss away to holders Paris St-Germain in their last game, in which Spurs actually played well for an hour before being over-powered by sheer quality.

The heavy defeat was something of an outlier in this campaign, with Spurs securing four clean sheets from their six games so far, conceding seven overall.

If Frank is looking for vital signs of progress, he will also detect them in the improved performances of Xavi Simons in his last two games, making one goal and scoring another against Brentford, followed by another significant contribution against Slavia.

He was joined by Mohammed Kudus in providing real threat – and even competition between themselves when Spurs were awarded two second-half penalties.

Before this, Spurs were given huge assistance with their opening goal after 26 minutes, Slavia defender David Sima directing a header past his own keeper Jindrich Stanek with some aplomb after Cristian Romero had flicked on Pedro Porro’s corner.

Spurs’ win was sealed with those two second-half spot-kicks, Simons very keen on taking the first before Kudus assumed responsibility successfully, but then getting his chance later when he was brought down by Igoh Ogbu.

Kudus had, at this time, been replaced by Mathys Tel. Captain Romero handed the ball to Simons, who completed the formalities.

A PAIR of huge radio stars have quit their iconic breakfast show after five and a half years.

The fan-favourite duo broke the news to devastated listeners in an emotional on-air statement today.

Jordan Banjo, 32, and Perri Kiely, 29, have called time on their KISS Breakfast Show stint ahead of a busy year for their dance troupe, Diversity, next year.

On Thursday’s early-morning programme they made their big reveal and said: “We have some very big news… there’s no easy way to say this, we are moving on from KISS Breakfast.

“It’s been quite the journey for the last five and a half years and we’ve spent every single morning with you guys.

“It’s been an absolute pleasure, a privilege to wake up with you guys and have a laugh.

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“It’s been the most special years of our lives, genuinely, and we’ve enjoyed every single moment.

“We’re going to get some lie ins back which is going to be a little bit weird to adjust too, but we do get to focus on all the other things that we get to do.”

They then revealed the real reason for their show exit and added: “We’re about to go on our biggest Diversity tour yet and 2026 is going to be really busy.

“We’re really excited about all those projects but we are really, really sad to be leaving.”

Radio bosses promise news on the “next chapter” for the show “will be announced very soon.”

Meanwhile, Paul Gerrard, Content Director at KISS and Hits Radio, said: “Huge thanks to Jordan and Perri who have brought all the crazy energy, vibes, and creativity to KISS Breakfast on their time on the show – making mornings worth waking up for!

“There’s no doubt that the KISS studios are going to miss having them around but we’re wishing them both all the best for everything they’re getting up to next.”

FINDING FAME

Jordan and Perri first found fame after their dance troupe Diversity won the third series of Britain’s Got Talent in 2009.

Jordan previously said that that he wasn’t looking to become a celebrity, and just wanted to be known for his talents as a dancer.

Speaking in 2014, he told press: “We’ve never been the kind of people who go out to clubs to try and get photographed by the paparazzi or be the centre of attention.”

Timeline of BGT Winners

Britain’s Got Talent has been thrilling fans since it burst onto the scene in 2007.

Here we take a look at all the BGT winners – from the first ever one to the most recent:

2007: Paul Potts – The first ever winner of BGT was opera singer Paul Potts. He saw off competition from Connie Talbot, The Bar Wizards, Bessie Cursors, Damon Scott and Kombat Breakers to win.

2008: George Sampson – In series two of Britain’s Got Talent a young George Sampson wowed judges and viewers with his impressive dance moves.

2009: Diversity – Dance troupe Diversity scooped the BGT crown and beat of competition from singer Susan Boyle, who was strongly tipped to win the show.

2010 – Spellbound: Gymnastic troupe Spellbound really impressed judge Simon Cowell with their stunning routines and incredible stunts in 2010. At the time, the music mogul said: “I can only say on live television that was one of the most astonishing things I have ever seen.”

2011 – Jai McDowall: Viewers were stunned when Jai McDowall won the show in 2011, as young singer Ronan Parke was the favourite to win the series.

2012 – Ashleigh and Pudsy: Ashleigh Butler and her adorable pooch Pudsey stole hearts when they performed in series six of the talent show.

2013 – Attraction: Hungarian shadow artist group Attraction won the seventh series of Britain’s Got Talent. The squad had taken part in the German version of BGT in 2012, however, they had only placed seventh.

2014 – Collabro: Classical music band Collabro faced tough competition in the 2014 final as all the finalist were singers, but they went on to scoop the crown.

2015 – Jules O’Dwyer & Matisse: Dog lovers everywhere could’t get enough of Jules O’Dwyer and pet pup Matisse. The impressive duo even performed on a tightrope to secure their win.

2016 – Richard Jones: Army man Richard Jones became the first magician in the show’s history to win Britain’s Got Talent.

2017 – Tokio Myers: Pianist Tokio Myers impressed the judges with his blend of classical and electronic music.

2018 – Lost Voice Guy: Stand-up comedian Lost Voice Guy, who performs with a speech synthesiser, was diagnosed with cerebral palsy when he was six months old. However, he defied the odds and is a BGT champ.

2019 – Colin Thackery: Veteran army officer Colin Thackery warmed the nations hearts with his singing voice. He was crowned winner of BGT after singing Michael Ball’s Love Changes Everything.

2020 – Jon Courtenay: Singer and pianist Jon Courtenay was Ant and Dec’s Golden Buzzer act. After he won the £250,000 prize he said: “”Just amazing, I can’t believe it.”

2022 – Axel Blake: Comedian Axel Blake scooped the crown after the show was off air for two years during Covid.

2023 – Viggo Venn: Known for his high-vis jackets, comedian Viggo Venn was victorious in 2023.

2024 – Sydnie Christmas: The reigning champ is singer Sydnie Christmas.

As well as performing at the Royal Variety Show several times, the dance troupe have gone on to tour the UK multiples times, carried the London 2012 Olympic Games torch and even released their own fitness DVD.

Jordan then starred in I’m A Celebrity in 2016, but was fourth to be booted out.

The star also appeared as a host on The Greatest Dancer alongside Alesha Dixon in 2019.

Meanwhile, Perri now looks completely different from his time on BGT, and recently showed off his six pack.

SHARON Osbourne has paid an emotional tribute to her late husband Ozzy on his birthday and shared unseen pics of the star.

Ozzy sadly passed away aged 76 on July 22, with the cause of death later revealed to be a cardiac arrest. 

On what would have been Ozzy’s 77th birthday his wife Sharon, 73, took to Instagram and posted a series of emotional snaps of her beloved husband.

She captioned the post: “My darling husband, I celebrate the day you were born. I will never let go of your hand until I see you on the other side.”

The heart-breaking snaps include photographs of the pair sitting side-by-side with their much loved dogs.

In others, Ozzy and Sharon are seen tenderly kissing and holding each other throughout the ages.

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Sharon also shared a video of a floral tribute to Ozzy in Birmingham on Black Sabbath Bridge that read ‘Happy Birthday Ozzy.’

The poignant tribute ends with an emotional snap of the pair holding hands.

Sharon accompanied her snaps with Ozzy’s song – See You On the Other Side.

Sharon recently made her first red carpet appearance since Ozzy’s death as she attended a London event with her daughter Kelly. 

Kelly has been supporting her mother through their loss, previously revealing she slept in her parents’ bed for two months after Ozzy passed away.

In a special episode of their family podcast titled Remembering Ozzy, Sharon confessed she “hates” going to bed at night.

Kelly said: “I mean, I slept with you for the first two months so that you weren’t on your own.

“But then I felt like you needed some space.”

She then confessed how her daily routine had been altered and admitted: “I wake up and for the first three seconds I feel normal.

“And then I remember everything.

“Mornings are the hardest for me, because it happened in the morning. And I used to spend most of my time with Dad in the morning.”

Sharon also outlined how Donald Trump, 79, sent the family a special voice message.

She worked with the entrepreneur-turned-politician during his NBC series, The Celebrity Apprentice, back in 2010.

She choked back tears as she played the voicemail in which Trump said: “Hi, Sharon – it’s Donald Trump, and I just wanted to wish you the best and the family.

“Ozzy was amazing – he was an amazing guy.

“I met him a few times and I wanna tell you he was unique in every way and talented.

“So I just wanted to wish you the best and it’s a tough thing, I know how close you were, and whatever I can do – take care of yourself, say hello to the family – thanks, bye.”

During the podcast, Sharon also revealed King Charles had a letter hand-delivered to their home after Ozzy’s passing.

Sharon and Ozzy’s son Jack, 40, is currently taking part in I’m a Celebrity and he recently left fans concerned as he ended up in tears while discussing Ozzy.

During a discussion with Eddie Kadi, Jack was asked what he missed most about Ozzy.

As he attempted to answer the question, Jack became overcome with emotion as he tried to compose himself.

And later in the show, Jack broke down in tears when he received his letter from home.

Jack’s wife Aree Gearheart wrote: “You are so in your element out there.”

She praised her husband for “keeping the fires ablaze, cooking 5 star meals, and being an amazing camp protector and often leader”.

World number 52 Scott Donaldson gained one of the best victories of his career as he beat eighth seed Mark Allen 6-1 in a late-night finish on day three of the UK Championship.

Donaldson, whose father Hector died aged 70 on 2 October, was in tears as he walked to the arena before the match – the song he chose, Babylon by David Gray, was one of his dad’s favourites and played at his funeral.

“Snooker is a game at the end of the day, it’s not life or death,” said Donaldson after the match.

“With what I have been through, I can tell you what’s important and what’s not important. When the pressure is coming on, I just tell myself ‘it’s a game of snooker’ and get on with it.

“I was fine until I got to the top of the stairs – and the last time I was in this venue was with my dad. It was good emotion though. Tough to go through but once I got the first frame, after that I was all right.”

Donaldson, 31, admitted it had been “very difficult” to regain his composure during the match as he moved into a 3-0 lead over the former world number one.

Northern Ireland’s Allen, who won this tournament in 2022, pulled a frame back before the mid-session interval and looked well placed to make the match closer.

But in an encounter full of long, tough frames, one of which lasted an hour with another around the 50-minute mark, Donaldson kept nudging closer to victory, before sealing a superb success.

“It took a big character to continue playing and all credit to Scott with everything he has been through. It looked like he was giving everything on every shot,” said Allen.