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The Times apologises to Infantino after retracting false 'second salary' and property claims
The Times has issued a formal correction and apology to Gianni Infantino and FIFA after admitting its October 13 report falsely alleged the FIFA president received an undisclosed second salary and purchased a Miami property at an undervalue.
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Dembélé and Marquinhos injured for several weeks after PSG's victory over Barcelona
PSG won 4-2 against FC Barcelona in the Champions League but paid a heavy physical price: Ousmane Dembélé (left thigh) and Marquinhos (right thigh) will be sidelined for several weeks, in addition to Kvaratskhelia, who suffered an anterior cruciate ligament rupture.
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Doué scores and assists as PSG's standout star crushes Barcelona (4-2)
Désiré Doué was named man of the match after scoring and providing an assist in PSG's 4-2 victory over FC Barcelona in the Champions League. Bixente Lizarazu hailed the French international as Paris's "X factor."
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Zoé Cristofoli clarifies remarks after Saudi Arabia comparison controversy
Théo Hernandez's partner Zoé Cristofoli sparked outrage by comparing France to Saudi Arabia following violence at October 17 protests. She has since published a lengthy statement to clarify her comments.
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Excluded from Ballon d'Or top 30, Doué responds after masterclass against Barcelona
Désiré Doué delivered an outstanding performance in Paris Saint-Germain's 4-2 victory over FC Barcelona in the Champions League, but was not included among the 30 nominees for the 2026 Ballon d'Or. The PSG forward reacted with restraint, vowing to "break everything" this season.
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Como's historic United clash at risk after extreme rainfall hits Sinigaglia
Tuesday's Champions League fixture between Como and Manchester United faces potential postponement after severe rainfall struck northern Italy, with more than 6cm forecast in the 24 hours before kick-off. The match had already been in doubt for a different reason — Como only recently upgraded Sinigaglia to UEFA standards, narrowly avoiding a 124-mile relocation.
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Kvaratskhelia tears ACL against Barcelona in major blow to PSG's Champions League defence
Paris Saint-Germain confirmed on Wednesday that Khvicha Kvaratskhelia suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament during their 4-2 Champions League win over Barcelona, ruling the Georgian winger out for the remainder of the season.
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Manchester United fans urged to leave an hour early as tram lines shut for Bournemouth clash
No trams will serve Old Trafford for the first time in over a decade when Manchester United host Bournemouth in the Premier League on Sunday, with Transport for Greater Manchester advising supporters to set off an hour earlier than usual and shuttle buses running from multiple city locations.
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Kvaratskhelia tears ACL in Champions League win, ending PSG season in near-certain blow
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia ruptured the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee during PSG's 4-2 Champions League victory over Barcelona on Tuesday, with the club confirming surgery is imminent. The injury is expected to sideline the Georgian winger for at least nine months.
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Kane eyes Ronaldo's consecutive-scoring record as Bayern face Arsenal in Champions League
Harry Kane enters Bayern Munich's Champions League tie against Arsenal needing just two more consecutive scoring appearances to match Cristiano Ronaldo's all-time record of 11 straight competitive games with a goal. The England captain, already the leading English scorer in Champions League history, is also the frontrunner for the 2026 Ballon d'Or.
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Ten Hag laughs as Mainoo credits him with shaping his rise at Manchester United
Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag reacted with laughter and warm praise after Kobbie Mainoo revealed that ten Hag's intense training sessions were among the best he had experienced during his development at Old Trafford.
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Man United to trigger Martinez extension clause while pursuing £50m Branthwaite deal
Manchester United plan to activate a 12-month extension clause in Lisandro Martinez's contract to secure a transfer fee for the Argentine, as the club simultaneously targets Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite to overhaul their struggling defence.
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The Times Apologizes to Infantino Over Unfounded Financial Accusations
The Times publicly apologized on October 20 for publishing inaccurate information about FIFA President Gianni Infantino's compensation, including claims of a supposed double salary paid by the 2026 World Cup organizer.
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Injured with PSG, Dembélé uncertain for next France squad
Ousmane Dembélé suffered a left hamstring injury during PSG's 4-2 Champions League victory over Barcelona on Tuesday evening. The club confirmed he will be sidelined for two to three weeks, likely ruling him out of France's two Nations League matches in November under Zinedine Zidane.
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Ten Hag reveals INEOS rejected his data advice before sacking him at United
Erik ten Hag has disclosed that INEOS turned down his offer to help restructure Manchester United's data department, saying the group "were convinced they already knew everything" despite arriving from petrochemicals, Formula 1, and cycling.
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Barcelona report PSG to Uefa over bloody chainsaw-massacre banner at Parc des Princes
Barcelona have filed a complaint with Uefa after PSG supporters unveiled a Halloween-themed tifo depicting a masked man cutting through the Catalan club's crest with a bloody chainsaw before Tuesday's Champions League clash in Paris.
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Arsenal eye Monza's Gustavo Varela as Gyokeres future at club grows uncertain
Arsenal are monitoring Monza striker Gustavo Varela as a potential addition to their attack, with Viktor Gyokeres yet to start a Premier League game this season and his future at the club increasingly in doubt.
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Martinez set to leave Manchester United next summer after public attack on Wilcox
Lisandro Martinez is expected to depart Manchester United next summer following his public criticism of director of football Jason Wilcox. The club are likely to trigger a contract extension clause to avoid losing the Argentine defender on a free transfer.
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Como vs Manchester United postponement looms as severe weather warning hits Italy
Manchester United's Champions League trip to Como on Wednesday is under threat after Italian authorities issued a severe weather warning, with over 6cm of rain forecast in 24 hours and UEFA protocols pointing to a potential Thursday replay.
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Kimmich ruled out of Bayern's Champions League clash with Arsenal after family bereavement
Joshua Kimmich will miss Bayern Munich's Champions League tie against Arsenal on Wednesday after a death in his immediate family. Bayern also face the match without Michael Olise and Jamal Musiala, while manager Vincent Kompany is ill.
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