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Moroccan footballer Hakimi to be tried in France for rape, appeals court says

A French court confirmed Friday that Moroccan footballer Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape. The 27-year-old footballer, who plays for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), denies the allegations and said he was "eagerly awaiting" his trial.

France 24

Players are human beings and social media comments reach us. But the focus has to be on the pitch

The pressure of wearing the Brazil shirt can be heavy but also creates a positive kind of responsibility

The Guardian - UK

Sports quiz of the week: World Cup, US Open, Wimbledon and Royal Ascot

Have you followed the big stories in football, cricket, golf, tennis, athletics, rugby union, horse racing and MMA?

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Iran to lodge complaint with FIFA over World Cup travel restrictions

The Iranian World Cup team will lodge a complaint with world football association FIFA over the unfair travel restrictions imposed on them during the North American tournament, Iran's football federation said Thursday.

France 24

The irony of a World Cup in Trump’s America? The most multinational tournament of all-time

WORLD CUP 2026: After the first round of group games provide moments of high euphoria for minnow countries, Miguel Delaney takes a look at why, this time, smaller countries are benefiting from western European wealth

The Independent UK

AFL:Kangaroos address Curtis ban, Simpkin controversies

North Melbourne football boss Todd Viney has filled in for coach Alastair Clarkson to speak about Paul Curtis' suspension and Jy Simpkin's fiery comments.

AAP

Kangaroos address Curtis ban, Simpkin controversies

North Melbourne football boss Todd Viney has filled in for coach Alastair Clarkson to speak about Paul Curtis' suspension and Jy Simpkin's fiery comments.

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Puma launch new Ultra Nitro 7 boot dubbed 'the future of football' after consulting pro and amateur players to deliver what they want

The Puma Ultra Nitro 7 weighs just 180g and is designed with speed in mind

FourFourTwo

VIC:Ex-AFL star's partner suing Demons over privacy breach

Melbourne Football Club has faced court accused of three privacy breaches after sensitive information was shared about a former star player on a video call.

AAP

Ex-AFL star's partner suing Demons over privacy breach

Melbourne Football Club has faced court accused of three privacy breaches after sensitive information was shared about a former star player on a video call.

AAP

Forget the confected World Cup hostility, the US and Australia mirror each other

The Group D clash between the United States and Socceroos has been hyped as next step in a heated rivalry but the nations are on similar football journeys

The Guardian - AU

Reform MP in 'appalling' call for England to 'keep winning' in domestic violence clip

A REFORM UK MP has been slammed for urging England to “keep winning” as she claimed football losses hiked rates of domestic violence.

The National (Scotland)

England finally exorcise the Southgate era and unleash fun football

You don’t win World Cups by running riot for 10 minutes in mid-June but this felt like the start of something new

The Guardian - UK

Reform MP branded ‘irresponsible’ over claim England must ‘keep winning’ at World Cup to prevent domestic abuse

Sarah Pochin, the Reform MP for Runcorn and Helsby, made the claim in a video posted on social media after England beat Croatia

The Independent UK

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It will be sorted: Celtic tipped to agree deal with manager-in-waiting Shaun Maloney

Jackie McNamara has expressed confidence Celtic will reach an agreement with manager-in-waiting Shaun Maloney to become Martin O'Neill's…

France 24

Did a Hitler lookalike really attend Germany's World Cup game?

The World Cup is well underway across North America, bringing its usual mix of spectacular goals, historic upsets and colourful stadium crowds. But alongside the genuine celebrations, a wave of manipulated media is flooding social media. From a fake Hitler lookalike to hyper-realistic female football enthusiasts designed exclusively to bait…

Evening Standard

London MPs slam Reform UK's Sarah Pochin for suggesting England should 'keep winning' for sake of women's safety

Reform UK MP Sarah Pochin said England should ‘keep winning’ football matches for the sake of keeping women safe

The Conversation

‘Park the bus’, ‘the false nine’ and ‘total football’: what do soccer’s strange phrases mean?

The World Cup captures the attention of passionate supporters all around the world, as well as casual fans who get swept up in the excitement every four years.

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2026 Fantasy Football Beginner's Guide to Winning a League Championship

A step-by-step manual to help fantasy managers prepare for the draft and beyond.

Bangkok Post

Learning from the right SWFs

What's not to love about a sovereign wealth fund? Gulf states' SWFs, which control roughly $6 trillion in assets, are no longer mere investment vehicles. They have become tools of statecraft, transforming kingdoms and emirates into power brokers and benefactors. Alongside splashy spending on sports and luxury retail -- Saudi…

The Mary Sue

The World Cup Trophy Ceremony Is Set to Become a Political Spectacle as Trump Gears up to Ignore FIFA Rules for the Spotlight

This isn’t the first time Trump has muscled his way into a football ceremony.

International Business Times UK

Ronaldo Left Reeling as World Cup Golden Boot Race Explodes, Spain Told to Stay Calm

Lionel Messi's hat-trick, Kylian Mbappé's record-breaking display, and Erling Haaland's debut heroics put Cristiano Ronaldo under pressure in the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot race.

The Guardian - UK

It’s kicking off over the best football songs

Letters: Readers reflect on the greatest songs about football and make their own suggestions

The National (Scotland)

Palestine denies reports of Fifa youth match against Israel

THE Palestine Football Association has denied reports of a planned Fifa youth match against Israel.

Sports Lens

Belgium vs Iran World Cup 2026 Predictions and Best Bets

Belgium vs Iran clash at SoFi Stadium on June 21 with both sides on one point. De Bruyne, Lukaku, and squad depth make Belgium the pick at -235.

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