Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has admitted that he is intrigued to see how Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola embeds Erling Haaland within his style of play next season.
09.05.2022 - 12:03 / ok.co.uk
Kate Wright was in her mid-twenties when she met former Manchester United footballer Rio Ferdinand.The TOWIE star, now 31, herself had no children at the time, whilst new partner Rio, 43, was already father to Lorenz, 15, Tate, 13, and Tia, 11 from his previous marriage to wife Rebecca Ellison, who died from breast cancer in 2015 at the age of 34. Being a stepmum was a new role for Kate who, as an only child brought up by her mum after her parents divorced, hadn’t experienced looking after kids before. Speaking exclusively to OK! about her struggle during the early days of her relationship, Kate explained: "I’m stronger than I thought I was.
It takes a lot of patience, understanding and strength to raise four children. But I love it so much – I wouldn’t change it for anything." Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter. She has been open about her experiences as a stepmum.
In the past, she has admitted to "crying every day for a year" after she first moved in with Rio, feeling heartbroken for him and his children while feeling the pressure of stepping into a maternal role. After Kate and Rio began dating in 2017, the Essexborn star quit TOWIE to focus on family life and help bring up three grieving children. When the couple married in front of close friends and family in Turkey two years later - with Kate taking Rio's surname - Tia was Kate’s maid of honour and was the first person to see her in her wedding dress, while Lorenz and Tate walked her halfway down the aisle as a testament of their love and acceptance.
Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has admitted that he is intrigued to see how Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola embeds Erling Haaland within his style of play next season.
Kate Ferdinand gave a candid insight into motherhood on Saturday as she posted a hilariously honest snap of herself trying to capture a sweet moment with her toddler son Cree. Instead, the former TOWIE star, 30, who shares her little boy with former footballer husband Rio Ferdinand, 43, shared the reality of trying to get a snap with her son, 17 months. While Kate smiled to the camera with a thumbs-up, Cree was seen throwing a tantrum on the floor as she attempted to get a sweet mother and son snap.
Kate Ferdinand has been enjoying a whirlwind getaway with her friends, sharing a video of them sipping cocktails in a hot tub.The former TOWIE star, 30, posted the clip on her Instagram Stories which showed the quartet wearing matching black bikinis whilst they looked out onto picturesque Iceland.The friends were visiting the country during a short one and a half day trip. Kate, who is married to former professional footballer Rio Ferdinand, captioned the video: "A fabulous 36 hours in Iceland with the girls." She then shared a picture of a sign which read: "Welcome! Your only responsibility whilst here is to live in the moment." Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter The women wrote their names in sand on a beach with Kate saying: "So many laughs & memories made." Fitness fanatic Kate then showed off her toned body and impressive stamina as she hit the gym upon her return from holiday.
Rio Ferdinand has reportedly signed a deal with Amazon to make documentaries surrounding his football career. The 43 year old dad-of-four would be following in the footsteps of Wayne Rooney, whose Rooney documentary recently debuted on Prime Video to huge success. Instead of delving into his personal life with 30 year old wife Kate Ferdinand, who recently said that having their son Cree has brought the family "closer together", the three-programme series will explore issues such as sexuality and race in the world of football.There will also be a focus on mental health within the sport in the programmes fronted by Ferdy.
Former Manchester United centre-back Rio Ferdinand is adamant that Cristiano Ronaldo will play a part in Erik ten Hag's plans at Old Trafford next season, insisting there is a "100 per cent chance."
Crisiano Ronaldo cut a very frustrated and fed up character during and after Manchester United’s 4-0 defeat at Brighton on Saturday.
Rio Ferdinand says Pep Guardiola will not even have to write a team talk before Manchester City lock horns with Newcastle on Sunday afternoon (4.30pm). Yet to kick a ball this weekend, Guardiola and his men have already saw their Premier League title aspirations boosted when Liverpool were held by Tottenham on Saturday afternoon.
Reality star turned trailblazer for the modern family, Kate Ferdinand, is redefining the role of stepmother. Famously stepmum to husband Rio’s three children, the couple welcomed their firstborn together, Cree, at the height of lockdown in December 2020 to become a beautiful blended family of six.Their brood is as far from the stereotypical 2.4 children as it gets. Yet, with one in four families now stepfamilies in the UK, it’s not just Kate’s relatives who are challenging the norm while providing her with more love than she ever thought imaginable.
Gerard Pique says former Bolton Wanderers and Real Madrid defender Fernando Hierro was his favourite player as a child as he highlighted Manchester United and Barcelona legends too as big influences.
Rio Ferdinand says Manchester City sensation Phil Foden can send shockwaves around Europe by making a telling impact at the Santiago Bernabeu tonight. Foden was trusted to spark the City charge against Real Madrid as he was partnered by Riyad Mahrez and Gabriel Jesus in attacking quarters.
Rio Ferdinand believes Steve McClaren would be a sensible backroom addition for new Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag.
Kate Ferdinand has shared an adorable video of her stepson, Lorenz Ferdinand, reading to her little boy Cree.The 30 year old former TOWIE star took to Instagram, where she shared the sweet moment with her 1.4million followers. "My heart …. big brother duties," penned the star, before tagging her stepson in the video.