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FFF Books Entire Four Seasons Boston for 2026 World Cup, Sparking Internal Debate Over Costs
The French Football Federation has privatized the entire Four Seasons Boston to house the France team during the 2026 World Cup, a decision raising serious questions internally as the FFF faces a deficit of 8.7 million euros in 2025. The total cost of the luxury hotel could exceed 12 million euros, while regional leagues struggle financially.
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Galatasaray make first official bid for Leao as Manchester United register interest
Galatasaray have submitted the first formal proposal for Rafael Leao after the AC Milan forward confirmed he wants to leave this summer. Manchester United have registered interest in the £43m-rated Portugal winger, though no formal offer has been made.
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Norris and Leclerc summoned by FIA stewards for late Monaco press conference arrival
Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc must report to FIA stewards on Friday at the Monaco Grand Prix after arriving late to the official Thursday drivers' press conference, constituting a breach of Article B10.1.1a of the FIA Formula 1 sporting regulations.
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Australia chase historic SVNS double sweep heading into Bordeaux finale
Australia's men and women both won in Valladolid to put themselves in contention for a rare Championship sweep at the Bordeaux SVNS. The feat has only been achieved once before by the Aussies, in the 2021/22 series.
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Allan Saint-Maximin leaves Lens for Charlotte FC in MLS this summer
Six months after arriving from Mexico, Allan Saint-Maximin is set to leave RC Lens to join Charlotte FC in MLS. An agreement is imminent, according to L'Équipe.
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Ariana Ramsey becomes first USA woman nominated for World Rugby Sevens Player of the Year
USA winger Ariana Ramsey has made history at the HSBC SVNS World Championship finale in Bordeaux, becoming the first American woman ever nominated for World Rugby's Sevens Player of the Year award. She joins Australians Maddison Levi and Jorja Miller on the shortlist.
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Liverpool contact RB Leipzig over Yan Diomande as Salah replacement search intensifies
Liverpool have made contact with RB Leipzig to discuss signing 19-year-old Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande, who scored 13 goals and added 10 assists in 36 games this season. Leipzig's £112m asking price and reluctance to sell this summer remain significant obstacles.
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Nike brings together Ronaldo, Mbappé and LeBron James in six-minute film ahead of 2026 World Cup
Nike unveiled on Thursday a six-minute advertising campaign titled "Rip The Script", mobilizing a star-studded cast — Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappé, Vinicius, LeBron James, Erling Haaland and many others — days before the 2026 World Cup kicks off.
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Konate opens up on depression after losing Jota and his father in the same season
Ibrahima Konate has spoken candidly about battling depression throughout Liverpool's 2024-25 season, following the death of teammate Diogo Jota and the loss of his own father, Hamady, in January. The France defender, out of contract at Anfield, is reportedly in advanced talks with Real Madrid.
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Ospreys sign Exeter Chiefs backline utility Dan John ahead of 2025-26 URC season
The Ospreys have secured the signing of Cardiff-born back Dan John from Exeter Chiefs, where he made 33 appearances over six years. The 24-year-old former Wales U20 international is the club's second recruit ahead of next season, following the arrival of Wales wing Tom Rogers.
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Andoni Iraola set to be named Liverpool manager after talks at AXA Training Centre
Andoni Iraola held detailed talks with Liverpool officials at their AXA Training Centre on Thursday and is expected to be formally appointed as the club's next manager imminently, signing a two-year contract to succeed the sacked Arne Slot.
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Brown backs Yapp as ideal Lions Women's head coach ahead of 2027 New Zealand tour
Shaunagh Brown has endorsed Jo Yapp as the right choice to lead the first-ever British & Irish Lions Women's Team, citing the former England scrum-half's breadth of coaching experience and ability to unite players from four nations for the 2027 tour of New Zealand.
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Mbappé one goal from Giroud's record and four from Klose before World Cup
Starting Thursday night against Côte d'Ivoire in Nantes, Kylian Mbappé can become France's all-time leading goalscorer in this warm-up match, then target Miroslav Klose's world record during the 2026 World Cup.
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Ellis Genge ruled out of Bristol's final game but fit for England's Nations Championship opener
Bristol Bears prop Ellis Genge has picked up a calf injury against Bath and will miss Saturday's trip to Sale Sharks, but head coach Pat Lam expects the England loosehead to be available for the Nations Championship opener against South Africa on 4 July.
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Aspinall eyes revenge against Gane or historic showdown with Pereira after UFC White House
UFC undisputed heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall says he wants revenge against Ciryl Gane following their October no-contest, but acknowledges a title unification fight with Alex Pereira — who could become the first three-division champion in UFC history — would be equally compelling.
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Marquinhos reveals Gabriel's private message after Champions League final consolation
PSG captain Marquinhos has disclosed that Arsenal defender Gabriel sent him a personal message of thanks after he abandoned his own celebrations to console the Brazilian following his decisive penalty miss in the Champions League final.
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Arsenal vs Manchester City Community Shield set for Cardiff's Principality Stadium on August 16
Manchester City will face Premier League champions Arsenal in the Community Shield on Sunday, August 16, with the match moving to Cardiff's Principality Stadium — its first hosting of the fixture since 2006 — after Wembley became unavailable due to pre-planned concerts.
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Faé sees France "doubly armed" at every position ahead of 2026 World Cup
On the eve of the France-Côte d'Ivoire friendly match in Nantes, Ivory Coast manager Émerse Faé praised the depth of the French squad and predicted Kylian Mbappé would be "very very strong" at the World Cup.
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Alonso optimistic Aston Martin has resolved cockpit pain issue ahead of Monaco GP
Fernando Alonso retired from the Canadian Grand Prix after just 23 laps due to back pain caused by an extreme seating position in his AMR26. The two-time world champion says Aston Martin has since made significant changes and he expects to race comfortably in Monaco.
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Mourinho takes Turkish football ban to European Court of Human Rights
José Mourinho has filed a complaint with the European Court of Human Rights over a fine and touchline ban imposed by the Turkish Football Federation in November 2024, arguing his rights to a fair trial and free speech were violated during his time at Fenerbahçe.
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