Why Robert Pirès Can't Forget: 17 Mins in 2006 Final
20 years on, Robert Pirès says being subbed after 17 minutes in the 2006 Champions League final remains his worst memory, still upset with Arsène Wenger.
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20 years on, Robert Pirès says being subbed after 17 minutes in the 2006 Champions League final remains his worst memory, still upset with Arsène Wenger.
AS Roma and Frederic Massara mutually terminate contract after less than a year. He helped the Giallorossi to a top-three finish and UCL qualification.
Ousmane Dembélé tested his right calf at Puskás Arena and declared himself 100% fit for the Champions League final between PSG and Arsenal, easing injury fears.
Canal+ reveals broadcast plans for Women's CL final: PSG vs Arsenal, starting 9am with Budapest bus, studio, Tchoukriel-Govou commentary.
Nice face a must-win Ligue 1 relegation playoff behind closed doors vs Saint-Étienne, risking first Ligue 2 in 24 years after a brutal collapse.
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Nice issued a statement after Ali Abdi faced threats for his pre-playoff Tunisia trip, clarifying it was to secure a US visa for the World Cup, not a snub.
Qatar lost 1-0 to Ireland in a Dublin friendly, hurting World Cup 2026 prep. Next: US camp, El Salvador friendly, then face Switzerland on June 13.
Eighteen French players start World Cup prep at Clairefontaine Friday, with PSG/Arsenal stars delayed by Champions League final before opener vs Senegal June
Atlético Madrid deny Julián Álvarez exit, insist 'no offer' from Barcelona and slam Catalan club for 'behaving like a small team' amid transfer rumors.
Brazilian forward Eduardo Conceiçao has been suspended four months by Conmebol for mimicking a monkey to protest alleged racism; the CBF has appealed.
Marseille consider selling Mason Greenwood for €50m ahead of DNCG review, with Man Utd retaining 40% sell-on fee and Roma showing strong interest.
World No.1 disabled golfer Kipp Popert shot 75 in DP World Tour debut at Austrian Alpine Open amid G4D Tour's indefinite pause.
PSG to host 48,000 fans at Parc des Princes for Champions League final screening with 14-act pre-match music lineup including Superbus, RIM'K and Naza.
Matias Fernandez-Pardo opts for Belgium over Spain after talks with coach Rudi Garcia and sporting director Vincent Mannaert, citing his Belgian mentality.
Brazil's Casemiro on Thursday expressed fatigue over repeated Neymar questions, stressing all 26 players are vital for the team's World Cup hopes.
Ada Hegerberg sidelined with Achilles inflammation for Lyon's Première Ligue final vs Paris FC; Renard and Heaps available, Benyahia out. Over 20,000 expected.
New OM sporting director Lorenzi faces financial pressure: Greenwood sale considered and Genesio coaching talks underway as club seeks stability.
Mauricio Pochettino has held talks with Milan, but US Soccer insists focus is on the World Cup. Players remain calm, likening it to contract situations.
Mauricio Pochettino has held talks with AC Milan, but US Soccer says the focus is on the World Cup. The USMNT opened camp with friendlies before facing