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The Wimbledon tennis championship begins in London on Monday with two-time victor Carlos Alcaraz returning to defend his title and women's world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka hoping for a fourth Grand Slam victory after losing finals this year at the Australian and French opens.
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Paris Saint-Germain easily eliminated Lionel Messi's Inter Miami, outclassing the Herons 4-0 in the round of 16 at the Club World Cup on Sunday. Miami hoped Messi's magic could help them dominate his former club but the European Champions dominated from the start.
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Former France midfielder Paul Pogba joined Monaco on a two-year contract on Saturday hoping to revive an outstanding career derailed by injuries and a doping ban. The 2018 World Cup champion appeared in just 12 matches over the past three seasons, hindered by injuries, an 18-month suspension for doping, and involvement in an extortion case where he...
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Women's soccer has seen a surge in popularity in recent years, driven by increased investment at both the international and club levels. While only 1,000 fans attended the first women's euros in 1984, over half a million tickets have been sold for this year's tournament in Switzerland, with 2022's attendance record widely expected to be broken.
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French superstar and Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappé has accused his former club Paris Saint-Germain of moral harassment in a legal filing, the Paris prosecutor's office confirmed Thursday. The France captain is in a dispute with PSG, claiming the club owes him €55 million in unpaid wages.
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Spain's High Court on Wednesday upheld a guilty verdict against former football federation president Luis Rubiales, who was convicted of sexual assault earlier this year for an unsolicited kiss on the lips of national team player Jenni Hermoso at the 2023 World Cup in Sydney.
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French football heavyweights Lyon will play in the second division next season after the sport's financial watchdog on Tuesday confirmed a provisional demotion for financial mismanagement. The club, owned by US businessman John Textor, said it would "immediately" appeal the decision.
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European champions PSG cruised past the Seattle Sounders 2-0 to reach the Round of 16 at the Club World Cup. The French side also secured the top spot in Group B thanks to Botafogo's defeat to Atletico Madrid. Despite beating the Brazilian side, Atletico are out of the tournament due to an inferior goal difference.
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Goals from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Achraf Hakimi sent Paris Saint-Germain into the Club World Cup last 16 with a 2-0 win over Seattle Sounders on Monday, as the European champions bounced back from their earlier loss and topped Group B on goal difference.
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The Oklahoma City Thunder clinched its first title in franchise history on Sunday, capping off a historically dominant season with a game seven victory over the tenacious Indiana Pacers, who suffered a devastating blow after point guard Tyrese Haliburton sustained an injury in the first quarter.
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Paris Saint-Germain fell to a surprise 1-0 defeat against Brazil's Botafogo in the Club World Cup on Thursday after Igor Jesus's first-half strike decided the clash between Europe and South America's champions. The win nearly secures Botafogo's knockout spot.
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Ferrari secured its third consecutive victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans on Sunday as Poland's Robert Kubica took the coveted chequered flag. It marks the 12th time the Italian manufacturer has won the storied race in its 102-year history, with Kubica becoming the first-ever Polish winner.
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After 10 years with Manchester City, Belgian Kevin De Bruyne is moving south to Italy. He will continue to play in a sky-blue shirt, but now with SSC Napoli. Following an illustrious career in Manchester, the 33-year-old is embarking on a new chapter that will be watched closely.
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Ruben Neves converted the winning penalty as Portugal defeated Spain 5-3 in a shootout after a 2-2 draw in Munich on Sunday, securing their second Nations League title. Portugal twice came from behind, with Cristiano Ronaldo netting the second equaliser before being substituted with cramp before extra time.
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No.1 Aryna Sabalenka faces No. 2 Coco Gauff in the French Open final on Saturday with both women aiming to win the title for the first time. Gauff lost the 2022 French Open final at age 18 but the American beat Sabalenka in the 2023 US Open final, Gauff's only major so far. FRANCE 24's Selina Sykes...
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A goal from Cristiano Ronaldo ended Portugal's losing streak against Germany. They qualified for the Nations League final by beating their opponents for the first time in 25 years. They will face the winner of tonight's match between Spain and France in the final. This will be a highly symbolic match, with the two Ballon d'Or contenders, Ousmane...
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President Emmanuel Macron hosted European champions PSG at the Élysée Palace, celebrating the club's historic Champions League victory. Players, coaches, and staff were welcomed in recognition of their achievement, marking a proud moment for both the team and French football.
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Novak Djokovic called his four-set win over Alexander Zverev on Wednesday a "testament" to his elite longevity after the 38-year-old advanced to the Roland Garros semi-finals, moving closer to a record 25th Grand Slam. The Serb battled past third-seed Zverev 4-6, 6-3, 6-2, 6-4 in a gruelling 3-hour, 15-minute night match on Court Philippe Chatrier.
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Cristiano Ronaldo captained Portugal to a 2-1 comeback win over Germany in Wednesday's Nations League semifinal, scoring his 137th international goal. It marked Portugal's first victory on German soil since a 1985 World Cup qualifier, six months after Ronaldo's birth.
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French tennis player Lois Boisson – ranked 361st – achieved an astonishing victory against world number six Mirra Andreeva on Wednesday, advancing to the Roland Garros semi-final. She is now the first woman to reach the semifinals in her debut Grand Slam at the French Open since 1989.
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PSG's victory parade on the Champs-Élysées drew massive crowds, as fans celebrated the club's first-ever Champions League title. Dressed in team colors and waving flags, supporters filled the iconic avenue with chants and cheers—overjoyed to witness a historic moment they've long dreamed of.
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Both the men and women's defending champions Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek reached the French Open semi-finals Tuesday after Alcaraz swiftly dispatched American Tommy Paul, and Swiatek beat Elina Svitolina to set up a clash with top-seeded Aryna Sabalenka.
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PSG made history by winning their first-ever Champions League title with a stunning 5-0 victory. The dominant performance showcased the team's skill and determination, thrilling fans around the world. Celebrations erupted as PSG secured their place among Europe's elite football clubs. Karim Baldé, football consultant, gives us his take on the...
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Novak Djokovic needed just three sets to beat Cameron Norrie and go down in French Open legend. The Serb won his 100th match on the Paris clay court. Between matches, the public and players at the tournament received a rather special visitor: Ousmane Dembélé and the latest Paris Saint-Germain trophy.
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Spanish coach Luis Enrique has transformed Paris Saint-Germain from an assortment of overpriced soloists to one of the most cohesive and tactically disciplined sides in Europe, stripped of the likes of Neymar, Messi and Mbappé. Victory against Inter Milan on Saturday would see him join a select group of two-club Champions League winners.
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France's Loïs Boisson, ranking number 361 in the world, stunned third seed Jessica Pegula in front of a roaring crowd at Roland Garros on Monday to finally give home fans a famous win at this year's French Open. Boisson is the only French player left in the tournament.
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Wild celebrations swept Paris on Saturday as thousands of fans flooded the Champs-Elysees after Paris St Germain's 5-0 thrashing of Inter Milan secured their first Champions League trophy. At Parc des Prince, 48,000 fans roared in ecstasy as the final whistle blew, capping a historic night.
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Wild celebrations swept Paris on Saturday as thousands of fans flooded the Champs-Elysees after Paris St Germain's 5-0 thrashing of Inter Milan secured their first Champions League trophy. At Parc des Prince, 48,000 fans roared in ecstasy as the final whistle blew, capping a historic night.
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Paris Saint-Germain have made history, claiming their first-ever Champions League title with a stunning 5-0 victory over Inter Milan. A night of glory for the club, its fans, and French football. Follow our Special Edition with Jean-Emile Jammine and his guests.
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In front of thousands of fans who still couldn't quite believe what had once seemed unthinkable at the start of the season, the PSG players proudly presented their Champions League trophy. This historic title marks a turning point for the Parisian club, which has long been denied success in this competition. It was a moment of glory for the team...
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PSG made history with a stunning 5-0 win over Inter Milan in the Champions League final — the heaviest defeat ever recorded in a final. The French side dominated from start to finish, securing their first European title in emphatic fashion. Ruben Slagter, Eurosport Journalist, is our guest.
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Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek both staged gritty victories at Roland Garros on Sunday to book spots in the quarter finals, with Alcaraz outlasting Ben Shelton in four tense sets and Swiatek rallying past Elena Rybakina, determined to become the first woman to win four straight Roland Garros crowns in a 102 years.
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Triumphant after its historic Champions League victory, Paris Saint-Germain put on an open-top bus parade through Paris on Sunday for roaring fans. The team was then welcomed by French President Emmanuel Macron at the presidential palace where they were given a congatulatory speech. Festivities ended at their Parc des Princes home ground for a last...
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French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed players and staff of Paris Saint-Germain at the presidential Élysée Palace on Sunday and congratulated them for their historic win in the Champions League final against Inter Milan. Earlier, the team paraded through the Champs-Élysées on a coach bus to celebrate their victory among crowds of fans.
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PSG's Champions League triumph was celebrated with a victory parade down the Champs-Élysées. The iconic Parisian avenue was packed with jubilant fans, waving flags and chanting as they welcomed their team home. The celebration marked a historic milestone for the club, finally crowned kings of Europe. Follow the parade on the Champs-Elysées with...
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The long-held Qatari dream for PSG has finally come true, says sports economist Simon Chadwick. With the club's first Champions League title, Qatar's investment in football has paid off on the biggest stage, blending sporting ambition with global influence. For Chadwick, the victory is not just a football milestone, but a symbol of strategic...
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PSG fans are preparing to welcome their heroes in style as a victory parade is set to take place in Paris following the club's historic Champions League win. Thousands are expected to line the Champs-Élysées to celebrate the team's triumph, marking a long-awaited moment of glory for the Parisian side and its supporters.
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PSG supporters are getting ready to greet their team with a grand celebration, as a victory parade is planned in Paris after the club's landmark Champions League triumph. Huge crowds are expected to gather along the Champs-Élysées to honor the players, marking a long-anticipated moment of pride for both the club and its fans.
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In the French capital, both fans and public officials alike are gearing up for the major match — even though it won't be held in Paris. Authorities fear that a PSG victory could trigger rowdy, if not dangerous, celebrations across the country. To prepare, some 5,400 police officers have been deployed nationwide.
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Five years after losing the final in an empty stadium because of Covid's health restrictions, PSG are once again one step closer to their European dream. In a full stadium, they will be able to count on their supporters as they attempt to win their first Champions League. The city of Paris is holding its breath ahead of what could become a historic...
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Paris Saint-Germain fans are brimming with optimism as their team reaches the Champions League final, reigniting hopes of a long-awaited European triumph. After years of heartbreak and close calls, supporters believe this could finally be the moment their club claims the continent's most coveted trophy. With star players in top form and momentum on...
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PSG's historic Champions League win sent waves of celebration far beyond Paris. In New-York City, fans poured into the streets in a joyful show of support. The victory marked a global moment for the club, uniting supporters across continents. Marc Damon from NYC gives us his take on the game.
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PSG may be a French team, but its support doesn't extend across the entire country. The club has long had a fierce rivalry with Olympique de Marseille — the only French team to have won the Champions League until yesterday, with their historic 1993 victory. So, it's no surprise that the mood was far less celebratory in the southern city of...
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Wild celebrations swept Paris on Saturday as thousands of fans flooded the Champs-Élysées after Paris St Germain's 5-0 thrashing of Inter Milan secured their first Champions League trophy. At Parc des Prince, 48,000 fans roared in ecstasy as the final whistle blew, capping a historic night.
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Teenage sensation Désiré Doué scored a brace and set up another goal as a brilliant Paris Saint-Germain side trounced Inter Milan 5-0 to clinch their maiden Champions League title on Saturday, ending the Parisians' long quest for the biggest prize in European football.
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Désiré Doué scored twice as Paris Saint-Germain won their first Champions League title in style by thrashing Inter Milan 5-0 in the most one-sided final in the competition's history. Read our blog to see how the final unfolded and watch our special edition on PSG's Champions League triumph.
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Top seed Jannik Sinner eased through to the last 16 of the French Open on Saturday, as did Alexander Zverev who lost last year's final to Carlos Alcaraz. US women also made an impressive mark as the tournament is about to enter its second week, with Madison Keys advancing along Coco Gauff, Jessica Pegula and Hailey Baptiste.
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Spanish coach Luis Enrique has transformed Paris Saint-Germain from an assortment of overpriced soloists to one of the most cohesive and tactically disciplined sides in Europe, stripped of the likes of Neymar, Messi and Mbappé. Victory against Inter Milan on Saturday would see him join a select group of two-club Champions League winners.
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Frenchman Richard Gasquet headed into retirement on Thursday after a straight-sets loss to world number one Jannik Sinner at Roland Garros while Novak Djokovic beat Corentin Moutet. Women's second seed Coco Gauff, meanwhile, booked a place in the last 32 while 18-year-old Mirra Andreeva, playing her first Grand Slam as a top-10 seed, cruised...
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Once a byword for unfulfilled potential, Ousmane Dembélé has been piling up the goals in a career-best season that has silenced his many critics and helped carry PSG to the Champions League final. Victory against Inter Milan on Saturday would surely make him a frontrunner for the Ballon d'Or award that still eludes his compatriot Kylian Mbappé....
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With a youthful squad and attractive style of play, Paris Saint-Germain have largely shaken off the arrogant, nouveau-riche label that has stuck to the club since their Qatari takeover more than a decade ago. Victory against Inter Milan on Saturday would also banish their reputation as Champions League chokers.
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Chelsea won the Conference League trophy on Wednesday with a 4-1 victory over Real Betis at the Wroclaw Stadium in Poland. Goals from Enzo Fernandez and Nicolas Jackson - both set up by Palmer -plus late strikes from Jadon Sancho and Moises Caicedo secured the silverware after Betis went in 1-0 up at halftime thanks to an early Abde Ezzalzouli...
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Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz on Wednesday beat Hungarian Fabian Marozsan to earn his 17th win in 18 matches on clay this season on day four of the French Open as twice former runner-up Casper Ruud crashed out to Nuno Borges. In the women's draw, Iga Swiatek outclassed Emma Raducanu to rack up her 23rd consecutive win at Roland Garros.
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Gaël Monfils made a winning start to his French Open campaign by beating Bolivia's Hugo Dellien after five-set thriller. Novak Djokovic and Alexander Zverev launched their French Open bids with straight-sets wins, while world No. 11 Daniil Medvedev is already out.
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Five-time Grand Slam runner-up Daniil Medvedev crashed out of his first round match against Cameron Norrie on day three of the French Open Tuesday. Novak Djokovic saw off Mackenzie McDonald to tilt at a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title. Meanwhile, Roland Garros's 2022 runner-up Coco Gauff brushed aside Olivia Gadecki for a commanding...
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Defending champions Iga Swiatek and Carlos Alcaraz both opened their French Open campaigns with commanding wins, cruising to straight-set victories on Roland Garros' iconic red clay courts. "It was really, really solid,” Alcaraz said about his opening performance. "Really proud about my start."
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World number one Aryna Sabalenka cruised into the second round of the French Open on Sunday (May 25) with a 6-1, 6-0 win over Russia's Kamilla Rakhimova. Later on Sunday, Roland Garros will pay tribute to its greatest champion with a ceremony for the retired Rafael Nadal. FRANCE 24's Selina Sykes tells us more.
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Roland Garros will pay tribute to its greatest champion with a ceremony for the retired Rafael Nadal on Sunday (May 25). Nadal, the record 14-time champion on the Paris clay, retired from tennis last November after an illustrious career. FRANCE 24's Selina Sykes tells us more.
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Paris Saint-Germain warmed up for their Champions League final showdown with Inter Milan by winning the French Cup on Saturday with Bradley Barcola netting twice in three minutes and Achraf Hakim scoring two minutes before break to lead the team to a comfortable 3-0 win against Reims.
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Bordeaux Begles claimed victory against Northampton 28-20 in Cardiff to win their first Champions Cup final on Saturday. Northampton showed admirable spirit to stay in the game but was overwhelmed by a crazy first half full of tries, injuries and yellow cards.
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Paris SG striker Ousmane Dembele drew the main draw for the French Open yesterday. World No.1 Jannik Sinner will face home favourite Arthur Rinderknech in the first round. Novak Djokovic and Alexander Zverev could meet in the quarter-finals. In the women's draw, Paula Badosa will face former World No.1 Naomi Osaka in the first round.
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In Bilbao, it was a place in the Champions League that was at stake, rather than the trophy itself. After a disappointing final, it was Tottenham who secured the European spot, ending a 17-year trophy drought. "If the fans want me to go, I'll go" said Ruben Amorim after yet another defeat for the Red Devils.
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In Bilbao, it was a place in the Champions League that was at stake, rather than the trophy itself. After a disappointing final, it was Tottenham who secured the European spot, ending a 17-year trophy drought. "If the fans want me to go, I'll go", said Ruben Amorim after yet another defeat for the Red Devils.
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Brennan Johnson's bundled first-half goal helped Tottenham Hotspur win a scrappy Europa League final 1-0 against Manchester United on Wednesday as they cast aside their domestic woes to earn a berth in next year's Champions League. It was Spurs' first silverware since the 2008 League Cup and their first European trophy since 1984.
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PSG rounded off their Ligue 1 campaign with a 3-1 comeback win over Auxerre on Saturday at the Parc des Princes, as the final matchday was filled with intense drama. Marseille clinched the runner-up spot while Nice secured Champions League place. Lyon qualified for Europe as Strasbourg collapsed. Saint-Etienne relegated to Ligue 2.
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