Mbappe’s rape report not good for France team-Deschamps
France coach Didier Deschamps said Monday that a report claiming captain Kylian Mbappe was being investigated for rape in Sweden “is not a good thing for the national team”.
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Swedish prosecutor confirms 'rape' probe without naming Mbappe
STOCKHOLM: Swedish prosecutors confirmed on Tuesday (Oct 15) a rape probe following media reports that French footballer Kylian Mbappe was being investigated after a visit to Stockholm but did not name the suspect.
French rugby chiefs condemn elite trials of 20-minute red card
French rugby chiefs have condemned the proposed trial of the 20-minute red card in elite levels of the game around the world, saying it could encourage more aggressive play and expose players to greater risk of injury.
"Manchester City Teammates Paid My Legal Fees": Disgraced Footballer Benjamin Mendy Makes Shocking Revelation
Former Manchester City footballer Benjamin Mendy borrowed money from team-mates for legal fees and child support after he was charged with sexual offences, an employment tribunal heard on Monday. Mendy is claiming £11.5 million ($15 million) in unpaid wages by the Premier League champions, who stopped paying him after he was charged with rape and sexual assault in 2021. The ex-France international was found not guilty of six counts of rape and one count of sexual assault in January 2023, but the same jury could not reach a verdict on another count of rape and one count of attempted rape.
France coach laments Mbappe 'rape' report: 'Not good... be careful when you pick things up'
France coach Didier Deschamps said Monday that a report claiming captain Kylian Mbappe was being investigated for rape in Sweden "is not a good thing for the national team".
Former Wallabies captain Elsom denies wrongdoing at Narbonne
MELBOURNE : Former Australia rugby union captain Rocky Elsom has denied allegations of forgery and embezzlement while president of French club Narbonne after an international warrant was issued for his arrest.
Paolo Maldini's son Daniel makes Italy debut in win over Israel
Italy great Paolo Maldini's son Daniel made his debut for the Azzurri in Monday's 4-1 win over Israel, marking the first time three generations of a family have played for the country's national team.
"Why Not?" Paul Pogba Opens Door For Move Away From Juventus, Wants To Try New League
French international Paul Pogba said Monday he was hungry to return to football after his doping ban was last week reduced from four years to 18 months. "Football is the strawberry cake that was taken out of my mouth," Pogba told L'Equipe television in an interview from the Parc des Princes Stadium in Paris. Pogba, who is under contract with Italian giants Juventus until 2026, will be able to return to competitive football from March 11 next year, four days before his 32nd birthday.