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Fans react as Cucurella 'baits' Neves into red card for hair pull

The closing stages of the Club World Cup final saw Paris Saint-Germain's Joao Neves get baited into receiving a red card for pulling Chelsea star Marc Cucurella's hair as Les Parisiens crashed to a 3-0 loss against the Conference League champions. The incident has now left fans in hysterics as Blues supporters joked about the Spaniard's hair being an 'easy way to farm red cards'.

Aubameyang could return to former club this summer

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang could be set to return to France and join his former club Marseille this summer. The Ligue 1 side are currently negotiating the financial details of the player's contract as they are set to offer the forward a two-year deal. Saudi Pro League side Al-Qadsiah have agreed to mutually terminate Aubameyang's contract, which will make him a free agent.

‘Dream came true’ - Pogba gets to play with Zidane

Paul Pogba says his “dream came true” after getting to play with Zinedine Zidane and several members of France’s 1998 World Cup-winning squad.

Greenwood's bust-up with Marseille team-mate revealed in new doc

Marseille are set to release six episodes in a documentary format, capturing some fiery behind-the-scenes moments throughout the 2024-25 season.

How 'little brother' Greenwood convinced Gomes to join Marseille

Angel Gomes called Mason Greenwood his "little brother," with the English international now reunited with his former Manchester United team-mate.

Paris Saint-Germain v Real Madrid CF: Semi Final - FIFA Club World Cup 2025

Donnarumma's expiring contract attracting interest from PL clubs

Gianluigi Donnarumma is attracting interest from a host of Premier League clubs, with his Paris Saint-Germain contract set to expire in 2026.

Kylian Mbappe Ousmane Dembele Lamine Yamal Ballon d'Or 2025

Madrid legend Bale picks his favourite to win 2025 Ballon d'Or

Real Madrid legend Gareth Bale has joined in on the Ballon d'Or discussion and believes his pick for the accolade is the favourite "by some way".

Crystal Palace v Manchester City - Emirates FA Cup Final

Crystal Palace KICKED OUT of Europa League after UEFA ruling

Crystal Palace have been demoted to the Conference League from the Europa League after UEFA ruled they had breached multi-club ownership rules.

Textor slams 'corrupt' ruling body over Lyon ruling

Former Lyon chief John Textor has labelled himself an 'agent of change' as he slammed French football's 'corrupt' governance and watchdog decisions.

Bigger than Dembele & Doue? Pogba billed as brightest star

Ousmane Dembele and Desire Doue may be playing in Ligue 1, but Monaco new boy Paul Pogba is being billed as the division’s brightest star.

Emi Martinez transfer hint? Aston Villa line up goalkeeper deal

Aston Villa may have dropped an Emi Martinez transfer hint, with a deal reportedly being lined up for Brest goalkeeper Marco Bizot.

Marseille eye swoop to sign ex-Arsenal striker Aubameyang

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang could link up with Mason Greenwood at the Stade Velodrome as Marseille reportedly eye a swoop to sign the former Arsenal striker. The 36-year-old forward, who currently plays for Al-Qadsiah, is said to be on the verge of leaving the Saudi Pro League side and could become a free agent in the coming weeks.

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Rodrygo's stance revealed as Madrid schedule meeting

Real Madrid have scheduled a direct meeting with Rodrygo next week. The final decision on his future will rest with the player, per a new report.

Hummels says both Donnarumma & Musiala had role in Bayern star's injury

Former Bayern Munich defender Mats Hummels claimed that Gianluigi Donnarumma's challenge on Jamal Musiala was a completely normal action.

Man Utd confirm summer signing of exciting wonderkid

Manchester United have unveiled the signing of rising French talent Enzo Kana-Biyik as their latest addition. The gifted forward, who departed Le Havre at the end of his contract, will immediately embark on a loan spell with Swiss outfit Lausanne-Sport. He joins fellow newcomers Matheus Cunha and Diego Leon as the Red Devils' newest signings this summer.

Paris Saint-Germain v FC Bayern München: Quarter-final - FIFA Club World Cup 2025

Hakimi has dig at Madrid for selling him after PSG demolition

Achraf Hakimi has denied it was his decision to leave Real Madrid, with the right-back stating he is having a lot of "fun" at Paris Saint-Germain.

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Marseille among two clubs in contact to sign Endrick from Madrid

Endrick's immediate future may lie away from Real Madrid, with Marseille one of the two clubs interested in signing the youngster on loan.

Lyon reinstated to Ligue 1 after successful appeal in blow to Palace

French side Lyon have successfully appealed their relegation to Ligue 2 and are set to compete in Ligue 1 and the Europa League next season.

Juventus FC v Wydad AC: Group G - FIFA Club World Cup 2025

Juve line up new Kolo Munai bid but won't meet PSG's demands

Juventus are going to prepare a new proposal to ensure Randal Kolo Muani stays with them, but Paris Saint-Germain are against another loan deal.

Al Wehda v Al Qadsiah - Saudi Pro League

Greenwood set for Aubameyang link-up at Marseille

Marseille have contacted Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang over potentially bringing him back to Stade Velodrome. The former Arsenal and Chelsea striker left Marseille last summer and joined Al-Qadsiah. However, the Saudi Pro League side are now planning to terminate his contract one year before its expiry date, which has alerted the French giants.

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Musiala sends clear message to Donnarumma after horror injury

Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala has sent a clear message to Gianluigi Donnarumma while speaking out on his horror injury at the Club World Cup.

Luis Enrique defends Donnarumma over Musiala injury and confirms contact

Luis Enrique has come to the defence of Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma after he was criticised following Jamal Musiala's injury.

Spurs & Everton let down as Weah nears €15m transfer

Timothy Weah has turned down advances from Premier League's Tottenham and Everton, with the United States star closing in a move to Ligue 1.

Greenwood gets back to work at Marseille & links up with Gomes

Mason Greenwood has returned to Marseille training and linked up with new signing Angel Gomes as the club prepare for the Ligue 1 season.

Yamal must 'prove' himself as Madrid legend reveals Ballon d'Or pick

Real Madrid legend Claude Makelele has picked another top contender for the Ballon d'Or over Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal.

PSG dealt double blow as defenders ruled out of rest of CWC

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique will be without the services of two defenders for the remainder of the Club World Cup due to suspension.

Why Arsenal, Liverpool & more want Monaco artist Akliouche

The 23-year-old enjoyed a stellar campaign in 2024-25, and is now primed to join one of Europe's elite clubs in the near future

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Sunderland set to rival Marseille for West Ham defender Aguerd

Sunderland have joined the likes of Marseille and Atletico Madrid in pursuit of West Ham defender Nayef Aguerd this summer.

Mbappe withdraws moral harassment complaint against PSG

Kylian Mbappe has withdrawn his legal complaint for moral harassment and attempted extortion against Paris Saint-Germain, just days before facing his former club in the Club World Cup semi-final. However, the Real Madrid superstar continues to pursue €55 million in unpaid wages through France’s labor courts, keeping his financial battle with Les Parisiens alive.

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Szczesny extends with Barca - opens door for Ter Stegen exit

Barcelona have confirmed a two-year contract extension for Wojciech Szczesny, keeping the veteran goalkeeper at Camp Nou until 2027. The Polish shot-stopper’s new deal casts fresh doubt over Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s future, with Chelsea and Monaco both monitoring the German’s situation as Barca prepare for life with a new-look goalkeeping hierarchy with Joan Garcia leading the line.

Frequently asked questions

: Barcelona are the most successful Copa del Rey side in history, winning the cup 31 times, seven more than Athletic Bilbao and 11 more than bitter rivals Real Madrid. Their first-ever Copa del Rey win came in the 1909-10 season. Since the start of the 2014-15 season, the Catalans have lifted this trophy six times.
: Currently, as many as 126 teams participate in the Copa del Rey, starting at the top from La Liga and going all the way down to the Tercera Federacion, the fifth tier in Spanish football league system. In its inaugural edition in 1903, just three teams (Athletic Bilbao, Espanyol, and Madrid FC) took part.
: Former Athletic Bilbao and Spain forward Piru Gainza is Copa del Rey's record-appearance maker ever, featuring in 99 games in the cup competition.
: Iconic Spanish forward Telmo Zarra is Copa del Rey's all-time top scorer, finding the back of the net on 81 occasions between 1939 and 1957. All those goals came in an Athletic Bilbao shirt.
: CD Bunol goalkeeper Paco is the oldest player to ever feature in a Copa del Rey game, achieving the feat against Real Sociedad in 2023 at the age of 44 years and 231 days.
: Armando Sagi is the youngest player to ever feature in a Copa del Rey game. Playing for Barcelona, Sagi was just 15 years and 339 days old when he made his debut in the competition on April 2, 1922.
: Antoine Griezmann, Luka Modric, Sergio Ramos, Neymar, Gareth Bale, James Rodriguez, Telmo Zarra, Sergio Busquets, Roberto Carlos, Luis Suarez, and Xavi are some of the most famous players to have played in the Copa del Rey.
: Carlo Ancelotti, Luis Enrique, Juande Ramos, Claudio Ranieri, Louis van Gaal, Sir Bobby Robson, Cesar Menotti, Miguel Munoz, and Ferdinand Daucik are some of Copa del Rey's most famous mangers.

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