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'Put his career on hold!' - Hakimi urged to step away after rape trial confirmed

Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape in 2027 after exhausting his final legal appeals. Following the news, RMC pundit Bruno Poncet has called for the Moroccan right-back to suspend his playing career until the court case is resolved.

Fabian Ruiz sets sights on Nations League glory

Fabian Ruiz has warned Spain’s rivals that the European and world champions are not satisfied yet as they prepare to kick off their Nations League campaign. Fresh from their historic triumph in the summer, La Roja are looking to maintain their era of dominance starting with a blockbuster trip to Wembley.

'Kevin was amazing' - Godts hails De Bruyne display as Belgium down Italy

Belgium forward Mika Godts paid glowing tribute to Kevin De Bruyne following the playmaker's masterclass in their impressive 2-0 Nations League victory over Italy in Rome. The Paris Saint-Germain attacker opened the scoring at the Stadio Olimpico before highlighting the midfielder's creative brilliance in guiding Mark van Bommel's men to all three points.