Somali official Omar Artan has been handed a high-profile return to the global stage after being appointed to referee the UEFA Super Cup final. The 34-year-old was recently at the centre of a diplomatic storm after being refused entry to the United States for the 2026 World Cup.
A mystery is brewing at the Etihad Stadium following the news that a full set of winners' medals from Manchester City's historic Treble-winning campaign has been put up for auction. Leading sports memorabilia auctioneers Budds have confirmed an "incredible and historical set of five medals" will go under the hammer later this month. The lot is scheduled to be sold as part of the 'Made In Manchester Live' auction, which is due to take place on April 28.
Lee Kang-In could be set for a major career move as the Paris Saint-Germain star weighs up the possibility of leaving the European champions. The South Korean midfielder, who played a starring role in the UEFA Super Cup win over Tottenham, is attracting serious attention from Premier League giants Arsenal and Manchester United amid frustration over limited game time in Paris.
Richarlison launched a passionate defence of Tottenham team-mate Mathys Tel after the French forward was targeted with racial abuse following their UEFA Super Cup defeat to Paris Saint-Germain. The club also put out a strongly-worded statement expressing their "disgust" at the incident.
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