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Journalist France Pierron has responded after facing backlash for criticising Jérémy Doku's decision to leave the Belgian national team camp to be present for the birth of his child. 🗣️

" I was expressing a personal opinion, within the framework of a debate. These remarks only commit me and in no way reflect a collective position. I understand that they may have shocked, hurt, or offended some of you, and I am truly sorry. My intention was never to downplay the place or role of fathers alongside their partner and child."

According to French outlet Clement Garin, Pierron has since been stood down from presenting duties ahead of Monday's upcoming show. ❌

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RB Leipzig are bracing for an approach from PSG for Yan Diomande after turning down a reported £85m offer from Liverpool. 👀🇨🇮

The French champions have already opened discussions with Diomande's camp and are weighing up a major move for the highly-rated winger this summer. 💰

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Luis Suárez looked like he was riding an emotional rollercoaster as Uruguay dropped crucial points against Cape Verde. 🇺🇾😱

All eyes turn to a decisive showdown with Spain in their final group-stage game. 🇪🇸

La Celeste could've done with El Pistolero leading the line one more time. 🔫

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Sources in Germany claim Bayern Munich would demand more than the world-record fee paid for Neymar if they were ever to consider selling Michael Olise. 🤑

That means a price tag exceeding £200M. A figure that would shatter records for one of Europe's most exciting young talents. ✨🇫🇷

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João Neves is facing significant backlash online after remarks he made regarding Cristiano Ronaldo in the aftermath of Portugal's draw against DR Congo. 📲

Speaking to reporters he stated: 👇

“We know what Cristiano has done for us, for Portugal, and for football, but at this moment, he and we know that he's no different."

"He's just another player here to help. He's no different from the others. He's here to contribute, just like all of us." 🗣️

Many of the comments were filled with hate towards his girlfriend, while others urged her to tell João Neves to pass the ball more often to CR7 and show greater respect to him. 👀

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A summer of historic achievements continues! 🇸🇴👏

Somalia U-17 women's national team have made history with an emphatic 8–2 victory over Sudan at the CECAFA U-17 Girls Championship in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. ⚽

More than just a win, this result marks a landmark moment for Somali women's footbalL. The first-ever victory by a Somali girls' national team in an official football competition. ❤️

This team represents something bigger than football! Inspirational and we love to see it! 👍

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The mother of Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha is finally on her way to watch her son at the World Cup. 🇨🇻✈️

Due to visa complications, Ana was unable to witness Vozinha's historic World Cup debut. 💔

Now, she has the chance to be there in person and cheer him on from the stands. 🥹

Hopefully we'll see Ana in the crowd for Cape Verde's next match. 💙

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Manchester City are closing in on the signing of Elliot Anderson! 🔵

Negotiations are now in the final stages, with City pushing to complete a deal for the Nottingham Forest midfielder worth around £120 million.

Talks have accelerated in recent days after several bids were rejected, and a medical is expected to take place in the US once the agreement is finalised. ⏳✍️

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FIFA has changed the positioning of photographers during national anthems after England manager Thomas Tuchel complained he was unable to see his players while they sang. 📸

Coaching staff will now be allowed to move over to the sides so they can see their players while they sing the national anthem. 🗣️📢

What Tuchel wants, Tuchel gets! 🤣

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Ivory Coast striker Elye Wahi has been denied entry to Canada for his country’s second World Cup group game against Germany on Saturday. ❌

Wahi had reportedly been taken into custody over alleged match-fixing-related offences shortly before the World Cup, although no formal charges have been brought against him.

Ivory Coast are set to play their second group match in Toronto on Saturday, but Wahi has not been allowed into Canada. He will stay in the United States while the FIF continues to closely monitor developments. 🇨🇮

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Bayern front 3 cooking in their opening 2026 World Cup games! 🔥

🇫🇷 Michael Olise: 🅰️
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Harry Kane: ⚽️⚽️
🇨🇴 Luis Díaz: 🅰️⚽️

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Thierry Henry on Cristiano Ronaldo’s performance against Congo 🗣️

“Because he wants to score he goes in the path of Bruno Fernandes. It would’ve been a tap in. He's playing as a 9, but he's never been a 9 and he's not acting as a 9. Not giving Portugal those traits and it hurt them.”

Does the Frenchman have a point? 🤔

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REAL MADRID ARE MOVING FOR ENZO FERNÁNDEZ! ⚪🇦🇷

Reports suggest Los Blancos have reached an agreement in principle with the Argentine midfielder on a deal until 2032. ✍️

Enzo is said to be keen on a move to the Santiago Bernabéu, with Real Madrid now preparing a huge offer to test Chelsea's resolve. 💰👀

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DREAM START FOR ENGLAND! 🦁

A 4-2 win over Croatia kicks off their 2026 World Cup campaign in style. ✅

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🔥 JUDE BELLINGHAM RESTORES ENGLAND'S LEAD! 🦁

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🚨 CROATIA STRIKE RIGHT BEFORE THE BREAK! 🇭🇷⚽

Goals everywhere this 1st half! 🍿

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ENGLAND TAKE THE LEAD AGAIN! ⚽⚽🔥

Who else... 🦁

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CROATIA MAKE IT LEVEL! ⚽🇭🇷

A clinical finish from Martin Baturina. Game on! 🎯