Philippe Diallo
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- Oct 27
Mbappé apologises over Mao remark as China suspends LaLiga broadcasts and sponsors exit
Chinese sponsors dropped Kylian Mbappé and state broadcasters pulled LaLiga matches after his podcast remark about Mao Zedong. Real Madrid and La Liga have apologised, but the suspensions have not been lifted.
- Oct 7
Ramon Vega launches bid against Gianni Infantino for FIFA presidency
Former Tottenham defender Ramon Vega became the first challenger to enter the FIFA presidential race ahead of the November nomination deadline, contesting incumbent Gianni Infantino after European associations withdrew support.
- Sep 30
Swiss Football Association withdraws endorsement of FIFA President Gianni Infantino
The Swiss Football Association reversed its endorsement of FIFA President Gianni Infantino on 30 September 2026, citing governance concerns ahead of the March 2027 presidential election.
- Jul 29
Zinedine Zidane named France head coach until 2030, fulfilling long-held dream
The former Real Madrid manager, 54, had waited five years for the role, rejecting club offers. He succeeds Didier Deschamps, who led Les Bleus for 14 years.
- Jul 28
Zidane appointed France head coach, pledges attacking football and faces Nations League debut in September
Zinédine Zidane was named France head coach on 28 July 2026, ending a 14-year wait to succeed Didier Deschamps. He immediately promised a more attacking style and faces his first test in September.
- Jun 23
Deschamps to miss France's final group match against Norway after mother's death, assistant Stephan takes charge
France head coach Didier Deschamps will be absent from the bench for Friday's Group I match against Norway after learning of his mother's death. Long-time assistant Guy Stephan will take over managerial duties for the World Cup fixture at Gillette Stadium.
