… Timber is unlikely to play again in the Premier League this season but Arteta is hoping he could be fit to face Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final on May 30. …
PSG clinch fifth straight Ligue 1 title By AFP May 14, 2026 06:10 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Paris Saint-Germain's French forward #49 Ibrahim Mbaye (L) celebrates with Paris Saint-Germain's French midf …
… Arteta's first-choice right-back Jurrien Timber has also been sidelined in recent weeks.Timber is unlikely to play again in the Premier League this season but Arteta is hoping he could be fit to face Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final on May 30. …
… France has faced setbacks in West Africa, where military-led governments have expelled French troops and cut commercial ties with Paris, pushing it to seek partnerships in English-speaking nations.Iraki said that the backdrop shaped France's approach in Nairobi. …
… _type: 'mix' }); Gunners manager Mikel Arteta admitted shortly afterwards that White's injury "didn't look good at all", and the Premier League leaders have now confirmed he will be unavailable for their final two league games, and their European final against Paris Saint-Germain …
… Search for contacts Among the completed repatriations, a French woman -- one of five evacuees from France placed in isolation in Paris -- started to feel unwell on Sunday night, and "tests came back positive", Health Minister Stephanie Rist said. …
Dembele again voted player of the year in France By AFP May 12, 2026 06:32 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Paris Saint-Germain's French forward #10 Ousmane Dembele receives the Ligue 1 best player award dur …
… Victory left leaders Arsenal five points clear of second-placed Manchester City, with two games to play - at home to already-relegated Burnley and away to Crystal Palace before the Gunners face Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final on May 30. …
David Raya of Spain says the country is "in good hands" regardless of who starts in goal at the World Cup, as he competes with Unai Simon and Joan Garcia for the number one spot. Simon is expected to start despite Raya and Garcia's strong seasons at Arsenal and Barcelona respectively.
David Raya of Spain says the country is "in good hands" regardless of who starts in goal at the World Cup, as he competes with Unai Simon and Joan Garcia for the number one spot. Simon is expected to start despite Raya and Garcia's strong seasons at Arsenal and Barcelona respectively.
Portugal midfielder Vitinha said his talented squad are contenders for the World Cup but denied they are favourites, citing a high-octane midfield and attacking talent including Cristiano Ronaldo, João Félix, Pedro Neto and Rafael Leão.
Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi said his players should not fear playing Brazil in their 2026 World Cup opener in New Jersey on Saturday, but treat them with respect. Ouahbi emphasized confidence in his team following Morocco's semi-final run at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
Morocco made two injury-enforced changes to their World Cup squad, with winger Abde Ezzalzouli ruled out due to a knee injury sustained in a friendly against Norway and replaced by Amine Sbai, while defender Nayef Aguerd, who has not played since March after groin surgery, makes way for Marwane Saadane. The changes come ahead of Morocco's tournament opener against Brazil.
Across South America, expectant parents are naming children after popular footballers following the World Cup kickoff. In Ecuador, Neymar tops the naming trend with 3,847 namesakes, followed by Kylian Mbappe with over 2,800; Colombia's ranking reverses the order, with 836 Kylians ahead of 269 Neymars.
Toulouse authorities announced a curfew from 10:00 pm to 5:00 am for unaccompanied minors under 16 in the city center during "high-risk" World Cup matches, including those involving France, Morocco, Tunisia, and the Netherlands, following unrest during Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League celebration.
Omar Artan, a Somali referee who was denied entry to the United States for the World Cup, has been appointed by UEFA to officiate the 2026 UEFA Super Cup on August 12 in Salzburg, Austria. UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin praised Artan as an excellent and experienced referee who has proven himself at the highest level of African football competition.
Paris Saint-Germain will begin defending their Ligue 1 title at home against Rennes in August, with a match against Marseille scheduled for September 20. The 2026/27 season concludes on May 29, 2027.
UEFA appointed Somali referee Omar Artan to officiate the 2026 UEFA Super Cup between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa on August 12 in Salzburg, Austria. Artan was previously denied entry to the United States for the World Cup, and UEFA's appointment was announced as part of a cooperation accord with the African confederation.
Four suspects were arraigned in a Machakos court over the killing of three young men in a suspected mob justice incident. Detectives were granted 21 days to complete investigations, and the suspects were remanded at Machakos Police Station.
France coach Didier Deschamps praised Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise after he scored a hat-trick in a 3-1 World Cup warm-up victory over Northern Ireland, with Deschamps saying the team will need Olise to perform at that level in the tournament.
Brazil defeated Egypt 2-1 in a pre-World Cup friendly in Cleveland on Saturday, with goals from Endrick and Bruno Guimaraes. The victory capped Brazil's preparations ahead of their World Cup Group C opener against Morocco on June 13.
Morocco's recruitment of dual-national footballers, once a rare occurrence, has become central to the national team's sporting strategy and now accounts for the majority of players across age groups. The shift aims to help the Atlas Lions improve on reaching the semi-finals in 2022 and compete with leading football nations.
France coach Didier Deschamps said defender William Saliba is "fine" despite reports he was a doubt for the World Cup with a back injury. Saliba has rejoined the France squad at their pre-tournament camp and is expected to have his workload managed as a precaution ahead of a warm-up match against Ivory Coast.
The 23-year-old Chelsea right back was selected for France's World Cup squad and will compete with Jules Kounde for the starting position. Gusto joined Chelsea from Lyon for a reported 30 million euros in 2023 and has earned nine caps since his international debut in 2023.
Davide Ancelotti, son of Carlo and currently Brazil's assistant coach, has been appointed head coach of French club Lille on a two-year contract, a week after Bruno Genesio's departure. The 36-year-old previously spent six months as head coach of Brazilian outfit Botafogo and will be taking his second spell in that role.
France said nearly 900 people were arrested in riots that broke out after Paris Saint-Germain won the Champions League for a second consecutive year, with nearly 180 law enforcement officers injured. Celebrations were marred by clashes between youths and police, cars set on fire, and shops looted.
Paris Saint-Germain beat Arsenal 4–3 on penalties in Budapest to claim their second consecutive Champions League title. The victory was marked by celebrations in Paris, though the festivities were marred by clashes between youths and police, looting, and dozens of police injured.
French authorities arrested 780 people across the country during celebrations of Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League victory over Arsenal, which were marked by violent clashes with police and a road accident that killed a young man. Around 22,000 police were deployed, with 57 security forces injured and 219 participants injured in France including eight seriously.
Paris Saint-Germain retained the UEFA Champions League title by defeating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the final at Budapest on May 30, 2026. Coach Luis Enrique said the victory was "even bigger" than their maiden European title a year ago.
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said Neymar will likely recover from a calf strain in time for the opening World Cup match against Morocco on June 13, or at least by the second match. Neymar will miss Brazil's pre-World Cup friendlies against Panama and Egypt.
Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta admitted that Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain are the best team in the world after Arsenal fell to defeat in the final on penalties following a 1-1 draw after extra-time. PSG won the Champions League for a second consecutive season with a 4-3 penalty shoot-out victory.
Arsenal lost the UEFA Champions League final to Paris Saint-Germain 4-3 on penalties in Budapest, with Kai Havertz scoring early for the Gunners and Ousmane Dembele equalizing from a second-half penalty. Declan Rice said the defeat is "just the start" and believes Arsenal will eventually conquer Europe.
Wajir County is preparing to host Kenya's 63rd Madaraka Day celebrations, marking the first time the North Eastern region has hosted the national event. Officials say the region's improved security situation and multi-agency approach have made it ready to safely host the celebration.
Paris Saint-Germain won back-to-back Champions League titles by defeating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw after extra time in Budapest, with Eberechi Eze and Gabriel missing from the spot. PSG became only the second team besides Real Madrid to win the competition in consecutive years.
Cristiano Ronaldo, at 41, will play in a record sixth World Cup for Portugal in 2026, with debate continuing over whether the five-time Ballon d'Or winner strengthens or hinders manager Roberto Martinez's squad. Ronaldo is the men's international leading goalscorer with 143 strikes, including 25 in 30 games under Martinez.
Champions League holders Paris Saint-Germain face Arsenal in Saturday's final in Budapest. Arsenal, seeking their first Champions League trophy after winning the Premier League title for the first time in 22 years, aim to dethrone the French champions.
PSG coach Luis Enrique said his team are not favourites to defend their Champions League crown in Saturday's final against Arsenal, noting that while PSG scored 44 goals this competition and Arsenal conceded six, finals tend to be close affairs and last year's 5-0 win over Inter Milan was exceptional.
Paris Saint-Germain won back-to-back Champions League titles, defeating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw after extra time in Budapest. PSG became only the second team besides Real Madrid to win the competition in consecutive years in the Champions League era.
Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain face off in the Champions League final in Budapest, with the match potentially decided by the performances of their star wingers—Bukayo Saka for Arsenal and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia for PSG, who has scored 10 goals in the competition including seven in the knockout phase.