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In a surprising turn of events, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) were held to a 1-1 draw against Ligue 1 underdogs Nantes at home. Despite an early goal from Achraf Hakimi, Nantes responded with an equalizer before halftime. PSG's persistent attempts were rebuffed by Nantes' solid defense. With this draw, PSG remains at the top of the league, while Nantes struggles near relegation. The outcome displays PSG’s unexpected vulnerability.
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In a thrilling encounter at San Siro, France defeated Italy 3-1 to claim the top position in Group A2 of the UEFA Nations League. Adrien Rabiot's two goals and Lucas Digne's set-piece prowess helped France overcome a spirited Italian side. Despite Italy's efforts and Moise Kean's late attempt, France's victory highlighted their competitive edge under coach Didier Deschamps, securing them the coveted group leadership.
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Nicolas Jackson of Chelsea F.C. hit back at former Nigerian football star Mikel Obi after receiving criticism for his on-field performance. Jackson, taking a stand on Instagram, told the veteran to 'shut your mouth,' insisting on the hard work he has been investing in his game. This incident shines a light on the tension between younger athletes and retired football legends.
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Chelsea has initiated internal disciplinary proceedings against midfielder Enzo Fernandez following the emergence of a video showing him and his Argentina teammates singing a racist chant targeting French players' African heritage. This incident occurred during Copa America celebrations and has drawn condemnation from the French Football Federation.
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English winger Jadon Sancho has mended relations with Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag and resumed club training. Their reconciliation followed a fruitful meeting where they committed to focusing on the new season. Previously, Sancho’s exclusion from a match against Arsenal resulted in a public rift and his temporary move to Borussia Dortmund.
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England manager Gareth Southgate has unveiled a 33-player provisional squad for Euro 2024. Significant absences include Jordan Henderson, Marcus Rashford, and Raheem Sterling, while new faces such as Kobbie Mainoo and Jarell Quansah make their debut. The squad covers goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and forwards, featuring both seasoned players and promising talents.
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Bayern Munich's campaign came to a disappointing end with a 4-2 loss to Hoffenheim, leaving them in third place with 72 points. Early goals from Mathys Tel and Alphonso Davies were overshadowed by Hoffenheim's comeback, led by Andrej Kramaric's decisive hat-trick. This defeat also marks the conclusion of Thomas Tuchel's coaching tenure.