A shocking confession from former French Sports Minister Marie-George Buffet has rocked the football world, revealing that surprise anti-doping tests were suspended for the national team prior to their 1998 World Cup triumph. Despite years of denials, the former official admitted that the government halted controls to avoid "disturbing" the squad's preparation for the home tournament.
Larry Berg has reportedly been elected the next MLS commissioner, bringing the league’s lengthy and high-profile search for Don Garber’s successor to an end. Berg, an LAFC co-managing owner, has helped oversee one of MLS’s most successful clubs over the past decade. He and former Fox executive David Nathanson made final presentations to MLS owners Monday in New York, with Berg winning the subsequent vote, according to Sports Business Journal.
Santos have received a significant boost ahead of their decisive Copa do Brasil clash against Remo, with superstar forward Neymar confirmed to be available for selection. The Brazil international faces a hectic schedule, balancing his professional commitments with his charitable efforts in Sao Paulo before flying north for the match.
Bernardo Silva has officially begun life as a Real Madrid player, completing his first training session at Valdebebas following his high-profile free transfer from Manchester City. The Portuguese playmaker, who arrived at the Santiago Bernabeu at the specific request of Jose Mourinho, admitted that the presence of his compatriot in the dugout made the move to Spain an easy choice.
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