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Salah returns to action as doubts remain over Liverpool future

Mohamed Salah was back in action for Liverpool in Saturday's 2-0 win over Brighton, with the forward coming off the bench to set up French striker Hugo Ekitike's second goal of the afternoon. The Egyptian, who leaves for AFCON duty next week, was back in

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Yesterday

Salah saga takes new turn as forward returns to Liverpool squad

A week on from his controversial public criticism of manager Arne Slot and his club, Mohamed Salah is set to be reinstated into the Liverpool squad, according to media reports in England. The Egyptian, who was dropped from the squad entirely for the Cha

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Friday, december 12, 2025

FIFA accused of 'monumental betrayal' over latest World Cup 2026 tickets

Soccer fans on Thursday accused FIFA of a “monumental betrayal” after fresh World Cup ticket prices surfaced, showing steep increases. Germany’s soccer federation said national associations receive 8% of tickets, with group-stage seats priced at $180–$70

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Europa League: Lyon beat Go Ahead Eagles to secure at least a playoff spot

Lyon lived up to their billing as group leaders on Thursday, defeating Dutch side Go Ahead Eagles 2-1 on Matchday 6 of the Europa League. The win moves OL closer to sealing direct qualification for the round of 16.

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Thursday, december 11, 2025

Champions League: PSG held to goalless draw in Bilbao

Paris Saint-Germain were frustrated at San Mamés on Wednesday, held to a goalless draw by a spirited Athletic Bilbao side on Matchday 6 of the Champions League. Still, the Parisians inched closer to securing a spot in the round of 16.

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Wednesday, december 10, 2025

Champions League: City beat Real, Arsenal cruise to a win, Athletic hold PSG

Erling Haaland’s relentless scoring, Arsenal’s flawless Champions League march and Unai Simon’s heroics headlined a dramatic night of European football on Wednesday. Manchester City edged a faltering Real Madrid to deepen the pressure on Xabi Alonso, Ars

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Champions League: Marseille keep playoff hopes alive as they beat Union Saint-Gilloise

Olympique de Marseille beat Belgian side Union Saint-Gilloise (3-2) on Tuesday. OM now have nine points and are closing in on a playoff spot in the Champions League.

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Champions League: Liverpool edge Inter, Chelsea fall to Atalanta, Barcelona defeat Frankfurt

Liverpool clinched a 1-0 win at Inter Milan in the Champions League on Tuesday despite the absence of unsettled forward Mohamed Salah. Chelsea fell to Atalanta, while Barcelona defeated Eintracht Frankfurt in a mixed night for Europe’s heavyweights.

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Tuesday, december 9, 2025

Premier League: Manchester United cruise to victory at Wolverhampton

Manchester United easily defeated Wolverhampton (4-1). The Red Devils are sixth, while the Wolves are bottom of the Premier League table.

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Monday, december 8, 2025

Lando Norris clinches his first F1 title at season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

McLaren driver Lando Norris held his nerve but could not hold back the tears after clinching his first Formula 1 title at the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Sunday.

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Lando Norris wins first Formula 1 world champion title in Abu Dhabi

McLaren's Lando Norris finished third in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. He was crowned world champion with a two-point lead over Max Verstappen of Red Bull.

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Sunday, december 7, 2025

McLaren's Lando Norris wins his first Formula 1 world championship

McLaren driver Lando Norris secured his first Formula 1 championship at the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Sunday. Although Red Bull’s defending champion Max Verstappen won the race, Norris finished third, just behind his McLaren teammate Oscar Pi

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Les Bleus to play 2026 World Cup matches on East Coast

A day on from the 2026 World Cup group stage draw in Washington, FIFA unveiled the full match schedule for next year's tournament on Saturday. France will kick off their campaign against Senegal in New York, before travelling to face a play-off winner in

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Saturday, december 6, 2025

2026 FIFA World Cup: Contenders plot path to glory after Trump steals show at draw

The path to glory at the 2026 World Cup has now been laid out after the contenders discovered their tournament fate at Friday's draw ceremony in Washington which was dominated by Donald Trump. Story by Morgan Ayre.

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France drawn with Senegal and Norway for World Cup group stage

The group stage draw for next summer's World Cup took place in Washington on Friday, with France placed in Group I alongside Senegal and Norway. Co-hosts Mexico will kick off the tournament against South Africa on June 11, while Argentina will begin thei

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Friday, december 5, 2025

REPLAY - Decoding the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw: expert analysis

In this special 2-hour edition, we dissect the results of the highly anticipated 2026 World Cup Draw. Sports consultants Karim Baldé and Thando Sibiya offer in-depth commentary and strategic insights on each group as they unfold. From potential powerhous

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw is complete – Our analysis

Discover which teams have been drawn into each group for the upcoming FIFA World Cup. In this video, we break down the group stage, analyze potential matchups, and highlight the teams to watch.

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FIFA World Cup draw: Which group is the 'Group of Death' this time around?

The 2026 World Cup draw determines where 48 nations will play in next year’s tournament, running from June 11 to July 19. In every World Cup, there’s usually a “Group of Death” — a group where several top teams face off, making it extremely tough to adva

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw begins: How are the groups shaping up?

The draw ceremony for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is underway in Washington, DC. What do the twelve groups of four teams look like, and which teams have to worry? Analysis by FRANCE 24's Selina Sykes and sports consultants Karim Baldé and Thando Sibiya.

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Will 2026 be Africa’s year? Experts react to the World Cup draw

The draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is underway, setting the stage for a historic tournament hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. In this special segment, we break down Africa’s chances of going all the way in 2026. Could this be the y

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2026: The most expensive FIFA World Cup ever

The draw for the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup is underway today. The once-every-four-year tournament will be co-hosted by three countries: Mexico, the United Stated and Canada. The final match, however, will be held in New York City and costs could be prohi

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Donald Trump awarded first FIFA 'peace prize' at football World Cup draw

President Donald Trump was awarded the new FIFA peace prize on Friday at the 2026 World Cup draw — giving the soccer spectacle to set matchups for the quadrennial tournament even more of a Trumpian flair. Trump, who has openly campaigned for the Nobel Pe

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Will 2026 become the year of Lamine Yamal's first FIFA World Cup?

The 2026 World Cup draw has begun. Among the bookies favorites is Spain. Will the team's star player Lamine Yamal win the World Cup for the first time in his life? Analysis by sports consultants Karim Baldé and Thando Sibiya.

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Donald Trump threatens to move FIFA World Cup games out of Democrat cities

The draw ceremony for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is underway at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. A record 48 teams will take part in this summer's tournament. U.S. President Donald Trump is also attending the event. Sports consultants Karim Baldé and

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US President Donald Trump named first winner of FIFA Peace Prize

FIFA on Friday awarded its first peace prize to US President Donald Trump, who described it as "one of the great honours" of his life. Trump received the prize during the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington, DC.

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Who are the 48 teams in the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw?

The draw ceremony for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is taking place at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. A record 64 nations will participate to determine which 48 teams will take the tournament field this summer.

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Draw for 2026 FIFA World Cup kind to favourites but France faces awkward tests

Friday's FIFA World Cup draw at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC put top teams Argentina, Spain and England in seemingly favourable groups for the 2026 competition which will take place in the United States, Canada and Mexico. However, France will fa

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Travel bans, border tensions, ICE raids: Trump’s impact on World Cup plans

US President Donald Trump takes centre stage at the 2026 World Cup draw on Friday, presiding over a ceremony in Washington, DC designed in part to flatter him. But his hardline policies on immigration and often tense relations with his North American nei

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2026 World Cup draw: Seeds, groups, playoffs... Here's how it works

With 48 teams in the running, the 2026 World Cup held in the US, Mexico and Canada next summer will be the largest in history – and Friday's draw in Washington, DC is set to be the most complex yet. Here's all you need to know.

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2026 FIFA World Cup draw set for Friday in Washington

The 2026 World Cup draws nearer. The draw for the tournament will take place this Friday in Washington, with notable attendees including US President Donald Trump. The 48 teams will be divided into 12 groups of four and will then have six months to prepa

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Thursday, december 4, 2025

Kylian Mbappé's magic guides Real Madrid to victory over Bilbao

Kylian Mbappé is on fire! The French forward scored twice during Real Madrid’s 3-0 win over Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday. The former PSG player also provided an assist. It’s Real Madrid’s first victory in three La Liga matches.

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Wednesday, december 3, 2025

Australia to face New Zealand at Rugby World Cup as France earn dream draw

Hosts Australia and three-time champions New Zealand were drawn into the same group Wednesday for the expanded Rugby World Cup in 2027, with the winner likely to meet defending champions South Africa in the quarterfinals. France will take on Japan, USA a

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Spain win second consecutive Women's Nations League title, France finish third

Spain defeated Germany in the Women's Nations League final (3-0) and won the competition for the second consecutive time. Spain forward Claudia Pina scored twice.

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Tuesday, december 2, 2025

French Cup: Auxerre to face Monaco in only clash between Ligue 1 teams

The Coupe de France (French Cup) round of 64 draw was held at Parc des Princes. Monaco will face Auxerre in the only clash between Ligue 1 sides.

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Monday, december 1, 2025

Ligue 1: Lens defeat Angers and take lead for first time in 21 years

Lens defeated Angers (2-1) in Ligue 1 matchday 14. The French northerners are now in first place for the first time in 21 years.

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Sunday, november 30, 2025

Ligue 1: PSG fall to Monaco (1-0) as Marseille fail to capitalise

Stunned 1-0 by Monaco on Saturday at the Stade Louis-II, Paris Saint-Germain suffered their second league defeat of the season on Matchday 14. Marseille, held 2-2 in dramatic fashion by Toulouse, squandered the chance to climb back to the top of Ligue 1.

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Saturday, november 29, 2025

Ligue 1: Leaders PSG face Monaco test this Saturday

Just three days after their spectacular Champions League win over Tottenham, Paris Saint-Germain return to Ligue 1 action on Saturday with a tricky trip to Monaco. Unbeaten in the league for over two months, the Parisians aim to tighten their grip on top

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Friday, november 28, 2025

Europa League: Lyon smash Maccabi Tel Aviv 6–0 to go top of table

Lyon surged to the top of the Europa League on Matchday 5 after a dominant 6–0 win over Maccabi Tel Aviv on Thursday in Serbia, a victory powered by a hat-trick from captain Corentin Tolisso.

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Thursday, november 27, 2025

Judo brings Russian athletes in from the cold despite ongoing war

The International Judo Federation on Thursday restored Russia’s right to compete under its flag, a move hailed in Moscow as "historic" but condemned by Ukraine as a betrayal of peace as the war continues.

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Olympic flame begins its weather-hit journey to Milan-Cortina 2026

The Olympic flame for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Games began its journey from Olympia using a back-up flame after bad weather disrupted the ceremony. It will travel nearly 12,000 km across Greece and Italy, carried by 10,001 torchbearers, before reach

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Champions League: Liverpool humbled at home by PSV Eindhoven

With nine defeats in 12 matches, Liverpool are in the midst of their worst run in 71 years. "It's a shock for everyone," admitted head coach Arne Slot after their 4-1 loss to PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League on Wednesday.

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Wednesday, november 26, 2025

Vitinha hat-trick sparks PSG comeback in Champions League thriller over Tottenham

Midfielder Vitinha scored a hat-trick as Paris Saint-Germain came from behind to beat Tottenham Hotspur 5-3 in a thrilling Champions League match on Wednesday. The Portuguese cancelled out Richarlison’s opener before striking again after the break, with

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Marseille defeat Newcastle to keep Champions League dream alive

In the Champions League, Olympique de Marseille beat Newcastle 2-1 thanks to a brace from Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. Marseille are 19th in the table and still in contention for a playoff spot.

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Tuesday, november 25, 2025

After defeating Newcastle, Olympique de Marseille revives qualification hopes

Olympique de Marseille revived their Champions League campaign on Tuesday with a spirited 2–1 comeback against Newcastle United, powered by a second-half brace from Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. The victory at the Stade Vélodrome halted Newcastle’s winning

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FIFA 2026: World Cup draw to separate Spain, Argentina, France and England until final rounds

FIFA on Tuesday announced the draw procedure for the expanded 48-team format for the 2026 World Cup, that will keep top the top ranking teams – Spain, Argentina, France and England – separate from each other until the final rounds.

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Marseille aim to keep Champions League qualification hopes alive against Newcastle

Olympique de Marseille host Newcastle on Tuesday on Matchday 5 of the Champions League. With three points from four games, OM are in danger.

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Monday, november 24, 2025

Ligue 1: Lille defeat Paris FC as Olivier Giroud scores brace

LOSC beat Paris FC (4-2) thanks to a brace from Olivier Giroud. Lille go up to fourth place in the Ligue 1 standings.

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Saturday, november 22, 2025

Bielle-Biarrey leads France past Australia, Wallabies end winless European tour

France winger Louis Bielle-Biarrey scored twice and set up two more tries as Les Bleus overcame Australia 48-33 in Paris on Saturday, handing the Wallabies their first winless European tour since 1958. France is now a top seed at the draw for the 2027 Ru

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Thursday, november 20, 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo attends White House meeting and dinner with Donald Trump

Cristiano Ronaldo and his future-wife Georgia were at the White House on November 18 as President Donald Trump hosted a glitzy dinner to honor Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

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Wednesday, november 19, 2025

Morocco football star Hakimi named African Footballer of the Year

Achraf Hakimi on Wednesday became the first defender in over half a century to win African Footballer of the Year at the 2025 CAF Awards in Rabat, topping Mohamed Salah and Victor Osimhen after a trophy-filled season with PSG.

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Belgium and Spain qualify for World Cup, with four European spots still up for grabs

Belgium, Spain and Scotland have qualified for the 2026 World Cup. The 16 European nations that will compete in the playoffs have also been decided. They will hope to take one of the four spots still up for grabs.

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Curacao becomes smallest ever country to qualify for football World Cup

Curacao on Tuesday became the smallest ever country to qualify for the football World Cup after a 0-0 draw with Jamaica earned the tiny Caribbean nation enough points to squeeze into next year's finals. The 2026 tournament will be held in the United Stat

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Tuesday, november 18, 2025

2026 World Cup: Germany and the Netherlands win to earn qualification

Germany crushed Slovakia while the Netherlands defeated Lithuania. Both nations have now qualified for the 2026 World Cup.

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French NBA star Wembanyama faces weeks-long injury layoff

San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama is set for a spell on the sidelines after the team confirmed he suffered a left calf strain during Friday’s game against the Golden State Warriors. ESPN reported the 21-year-old centre is expected to miss “a few w

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Monday, november 17, 2025

2026 World Cup: France dominate Azerbaijan as they end qualifiers unbeaten

France defeated Azerbaijan (3-1). France had already qualified.

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Sunday, november 16, 2025

World Cup 2026: High stakes for several France players against Azerbaijan

Already qualified for the 2026 World Cup, France will wrap up their qualifying campaign this Sunday in Baku against Azerbaijan. But there’s still plenty on the line: with just seven months to go before the tournament, this is a prime opportunity for seve

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Depoortère double helps France survive scare from spirited Fiji

Les Bleus fended off a major scare from Fiji Saturday after the game drew equal following France's early 21-point lead. A pair of crucial tries from centre Nicolas Depoortère secured France's victory and brought the team's four-game losing streak to an e

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Saturday, november 15, 2025

World Cup qualifiers: Mbappé out, 22 players available for France

France are set to wrap up their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign this Sunday in Azerbaijan. Already through after Thursday’s 4–0 win over Ukraine, Les Bleus will be without the injured Kylian Mbappé and Eduardo Camavinga. Manu Koné is suspended and has

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Friday, november 14, 2025

France clinch 2026 World Cup spot on anniversary of Paris attacks

America, here we come! France secured their place in the 2026 World Cup by beating Ukraine 4-0 at the Parc des Princes. Kylian Mbappé led the team with a brace, reaching a new milestone of 400 career goals. The match featured a tribute before kickoff to

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Spain's disgraced former football boss Rubiales egged by uncle at book presentation

Former Spanish football association president Luis Rubiales was hit by a flurry of eggs launched by his own uncle at the book launch for his memoir late Thursday. Rubiales was found guilty of sexual assault by Spain's High Court in February after kissing

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