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During a press conference, Vitinha stated that it seemed more fair to him for the Ballon d'Or to be won by a PSG player who won the Champions League. He also emphasized that other major competitions and several high-level players, including Kylian, Lamine, and Michael Olise, were also in the running, and that it would be difficult to know who would win. #BallonDor #PSG #Football (translated)

News - Barça reported that Bixente Lizarazu selected Lamine Yamal for the 2026 Ballon d'Or. Lizarazu explained that his criteria were primarily collective, considering a season that includes two major competitions, the Champions League and the World Cup. Among the players mentioned, he cited Kvara, Yamal, and Ousmane Dembélé. He then highlighted "thrill" and genius as criteria, believing that Yamal stood out in this regard and had recently elevated his level. Lizarazu acknowledged that the player's World Cup performance had not been exceptional, but reminded that he was a world champion, had won the Spanish league, and called him a phenomenal player. #BallonDor #Football #LamineYamal (translated)

Actu Foot reported that Bixente Lizarazu had chosen Lamine Yamal for the Ballon d’Or 2026. He explained that his criteria were primarily collective, in light of the two major competitions of the season, the Champions League and the World Cup, and mentioned Kvara, Yamal, and Ousmane Dembélé among the candidates. Lizarazu then stated that Yamal stood out for his "thrill" and genius, adding that he had recently raised his level again. He acknowledged that his World Cup performance had not been incredible but emphasized that he was a world champion, had won the Spanish championship, and was a phenomenal player. https://t.co/Eni7wN3aqR #BallonDor #Football #LamineYamal (translated)

At 41 years old, Sarah Vieuille, a physics-chemistry teacher and ultra-trail athlete, stands out for her ability to balance her professional career with her passion for running by participating in prestigious competitions such as the Diagonale des Fous, where she is among the favorites despite scheduling constraints. #UltraTrail #Athlète #DoubleVie (translated)

Gaël Monfils, now classified as retired by the tennis anti-doping agency, will not be able to participate in the scheduled tournaments, including the Masters 1000 in Paris in November, due to his status which prevents him from competing in official events. #GaëlMonfils #retraite #tennis (translated)

Joan Laporta stated that Barcelona was currently the team playing the best football. He also mentioned Paris and Munich among the teams capable of winning the competitions in which Barcelona participated, while saying that another team could create a surprise. According to him, Barcelona's play offered an entertaining spectacle, particularly for the club's supporters. #Football #Barcelone #Sport (translated)

Nicolas Pépé stated that Kylian Mbappé displayed a higher individual level than other players. He emphasized that the striker scored regularly and was the top scorer in all competitions, adding that he therefore had a say in the Ballon d'Or. Pépé also mentioned that five or six players could contend for the trophy in an interview with DAZN France. #BallonDor #KylianMbappe #NicolasPepe (translated)

Tear Off wrote that the FFSA risked losing its approval from the State after a general inspection mission requested by the Ministry of Sports following statements made by Pierre Gosselin. According to Tear Off, citing Le Parisien, the mission's report was damning and Minister Marina Ferrari was to decide on the withdrawal of the approval. Tear Off added that in the case of a withdrawal, the FFSA would no longer be able to receive subsidies, award titles of French champions, or register athletes for international competitions. #FFSA #Sport #MinistèreDesSports (translated)

The assessment of the Blues at mid-term of the Judo World Championships is disappointing with only two bronze medals, highlighting a lack of performance compared to expectations, as the president of the French Federation calls for necessary changes for future competitions. #Judo #Mondiaux2026 #EquipeDeFrance (translated)

Actu Foot reported that Walid Acherchour estimated that the French team could win competitions in the coming years with Olise. Referring to the gathering played without Mbappé, he described Olise as the scorer and technical leader of the Blues, and designated him as their best player. He called for building the team around him, adding that no player had inspired him with as many emotions in the French jersey for a long time. Acherchour spoke on AfterRMC. #FiersdetreBleus #ÉquipeDeFrance #Football (translated)

Actu Foot reported that Christophe Dugarry estimated, on Rothen s’enflamme, that Cristiano Ronaldo had not been performing well for three international competitions. He attributed this decline to his ego and judged that his attitude showed a lack of respect towards his compatriots and Portugal. While describing Ronaldo's journey as extraordinary, Dugarry reminded that Portugal was a football nation and deemed that the message sent to the Portuguese youth was catastrophic. #Ronaldo #Football #Portugal (translated)

LifeIsCool hoped that Karmine Corp and Vitality would not leave the scene if the rumors were confirmed. The author acknowledged that a trio of superstars was very popular, but believed there was enough talent to compete without it. He cited M8's victory in the Major in 2026 with three "inter" players, as well as the growing internationalization of rosters and talents ready to play in other regions, like Diaz. He added that none of the players involved had won Worlds in the last three years and called not to give up, believing that there were several ways to build a competitive project. #Esport #Gaming #Competitions (translated)

BREAKING: Real Madrid wants Barcelona to LOSE ALL THEIR TITLES won during the years they PAID the vice-president of referees, NEGREIRA (2001-2018). ✅ ‼️ UEFA has launched its OFFICIAL INVESTIGATION, and could BAN Barcelona from competitions. https://t.co/bBvSZIijJX #RealMadrid #Barcelone #Enquête (translated)

🚨🚨 COMMUNIQUE FROM FC BARCELONA!!! THE BLAUGRANA CLUB DENIES ANY NEW UEFA PROCEDURE ENGAGED AGAINST BARÇA. ❌ “In response to reports published regarding the alleged reactivation of the UEFA procedure in the Negreira case, FC Barcelona wishes to clarify the following: UEFA HAS NOT OPENED ANY NEW PROCEDURE AGAINST FC BARCELONA. ❗️ The procedure was initiated in 2023, with the appointment of two investigators who have since taken the action they deemed appropriate. The Club has always responded to all their requests. These procedures have not been reopened because they have never been closed. The UEFA statement confirms the receipt of the documentation submitted by Real Madrid and indicates that the investigators will evaluate it as part of the ongoing investigation. The same text expressly refers, twice, to an investigation and review that are “ongoing.” It does not announce the opening, reopening, or reactivation of any procedure, nor any assessment of the substance or value of the documentation provided. It invites the investigators to determine what action, if any, they deem appropriate regarding this documentation. To date, they have not made new requests to FC Barcelona and have not forwarded Real Madrid's complaint to the club. Should they do so, the Club will respond accordingly, as it has done so far. In accordance with the applicable legislation governing this matter, these procedures are subject to the outcome of the criminal case currently being heard in Spain and will continue to be so. Since the beginning of the investigation, FC Barcelona has continued to obtain its UEFA license without objection and has participated in UEFA competitions. To facilitate the verification of information, we reproduce below the complete original text of the UEFA statement: “UEFA can confirm that it has received from Real Madrid CF a substantial amount of documents related to the ongoing investigation into FC Barcelona in the case involving José María Enríquez Negreira, the former vice-president of the Technical Committee of Referees of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (the so-called "Negreira" case). UEFA's ethical and disciplinary inspectors have also received these latest documents, which they will evaluate as part of their ongoing review. FC Barcelona reiterates its full cooperation with the competent authorities and calls for rigor and accuracy in reporting this procedure.” #FCBarcelona #UEFA #Football (translated)

In response to the reports published regarding the alleged reactivation of the UEFA procedure in the Negreira case, FC Barcelona wishes to provide the following clarifications: UEFA has opened no new procedure against FC Barcelona. The procedure was initiated in 2023, with the appointment of two investigators who have since taken the action they deemed appropriate. The Club has always responded to all their requests. These procedures have not been reopened because they have never been closed. UEFA's statement confirms the receipt of the documentation submitted by Real Madrid and indicates that the investigators will evaluate it as part of the existing inquiry. The same text expressly refers, twice, to an investigation and review that are "ongoing." It does not announce the opening, reopening, or reactivation of any procedure, nor any evaluation of the substance or value of the documentation provided. It encourages the investigators to determine what action, if any, they deem appropriate regarding this documentation. To date, they have not made new requests to FC Barcelona and have not forwarded Real Madrid's complaint to the club. If they do, the Club will respond accordingly, as it has done thus far. In accordance with the applicable legislation governing this matter, this procedure is subject to the outcome of the criminal case currently being heard in Spain and will continue to be so. Since the beginning of the investigation, FC Barcelona has continued to obtain its UEFA license without objection and has participated in UEFA competitions. To facilitate the verification of information, we reproduce below the complete original text of UEFA's statement: "UEFA can confirm that it has received from Real Madrid CF a substantial amount of documents related to the ongoing investigation into FC Barcelona in the case involving José María Enríquez Negreira, the former vice-president of the Technical Committee of Referees of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (the so-called 'Negreira' case). UEFA's ethical and disciplinary inspectors have also received these documents which they will evaluate as part of their ongoing review." FC Barcelona reiterates its full cooperation with the competent authorities and calls for rigor and accuracy in the reporting of this procedure. #FCBarcelona #UEFA #Football (translated)

🚨🚨 REAL MADRID WANTS THE MAXIMUM SANCTION FOR BARÇA IN THE NEGREIRA AFFAIR! The Madrid club is notably demanding the WITHDRAWAL OF TITLES won by Barça BETWEEN 2001 AND 2018. It is also calling for SPORTS SANCTIONS, which could go as far as an EXCLUSION FROM UEFA COMPETITIONS. ⚠️ The disciplinary file is now open and UEFA is examining the elements submitted by Real Madrid. [@diarioas] #RealMadrid #FCBarcelona #Football (translated)

🚨🚨 LA FIFA ACCUSE L’UEFA D’AVOIR MENÉ "UNE CAMPAGNE DE DÉSINFORMATION" AUTOUR DE SON DERNIER PROJET, d’ouvrir aux capitaux privés une société commerciale liée à ses compétitions !!!! 😤 Un courrier rendu public a été adressé en ce sens à un tribunal de Floride. 🗞️ AFP https://t.co/696UYx44Tj #FIFA #UEFA #Football