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Istanbul art show by UEFA president’s wife scrutinized over €5m donations and lobbying claims

The claims have raised questions about transparency and possible conflicts of interest in football governance.

French Senate passes protest liability bill to make protesters pay for damage

The French Senate on Wednesday passed legislation that would hold demonstrators financially responsible for property damage sustained during street protests, sending the contested measure to the National Assembly where it faces uncertain prospects amid warnings that the bill could criminalize peaceful assembly.

England face France in do-or-die Rugby League World Cup clash

England hooker Brad O'Neill says the team holds "real belief" they can secure a convincing victory over France in Perth on Saturday to keep their Rugby League World Cup hopes alive, with coach Brian McDermott naming an unchanged side following their shock opening defeat to Tonga.

Croatia charges 23 over pro-Nazi chants at football match

Croatian police have charged 23 football supporters over pro-Nazi and anti-Semitic chants at a UEFA Conference League match in Split, with six suspects in custody and 15 still at large facing potential prison sentences.

Saudi Arabia cancels cycling championships, golf event amid attacks

The Asian Tour postponed the PIF Saudi International and the UCI canceled the Urban Cycling World Championships as security concerns mount in Riyadh.

Barcelona came from behind to rout Galatasaray 4-1 in Champions League

Barcelona overturned an early deficit to rout Galatasaray 4-1 in Istanbul on Tuesday, condemning the hosts to a second consecutive Champions League defeat despite taking a first-half lead through Batrakov.

Türkiye dismisses Montella after World Cup exit, Nations League defeats

The Turkish Football Federation announced Friday that it has terminated head coach Vincenzo Montella's contract following a dismal run of results, with the Crescent-Stars eliminated from the 2026 World Cup group stage and suffering four consecutive Nations League defeats that marked their worst competitive streak in 38 years.

Ceferin to seek fourth term as UEFA president in 2027

UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin announced Thursday that he will seek a fourth and final term in 2027, reversing his February decision not to stand after the body's 55 national associations unanimously urged him to reconsider his stance during a meeting in Berlin.

Messi bids farewell: 'Playing for Argentina best thing in my life'

Lionel Messi delivered an emotional farewell to the Argentina national team following his final international appearance, describing two decades in the national shirt as the most beautiful experience of his life while urging supporters to remain united behind the next generation.

Real Madrid extend Arda Güler contract until 2031: Report

Real Madrid have reached an agreement with midfielder Arda Güler to extend his contract until 2031, Spanish media reported on Monday, with the new deal including a salary increase and securing the Türkiye international's services for at least another five years.