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The Unprecedented Gesture of a Referee in Africa 📸

Following the African Champions League quarter-final between ES Tunis and Al-Ahly (1-0), Senegalese referee Issa Sy employed a tactic of deterrence – even intimidation – that proved effective.

Ancelotti Justifies Neymar's Exclusion 🇧🇷

Brazilian coach Carlo Ancelotti did not succumb to public pressure: Neymar was not selected to face France and Croatia. In a press conference, "Don Carlo" explained this decision, three months before the World Cup.

A few hours later, Neymar commented on his absence with calm and diplomacy, avoiding any media clash.

Mbappé, Jump for Your Life! 🐬

After being uncertain for a long time, Kylian Mbappé seemed comfortable on his feet Monday night. A good sign before the kickoff of Manchester City – Real Madrid this Tuesday (9 PM).

Leverkusen Teases (Again!) Arsenal 👺

After teasing Arsenal in the first leg about their set-piece goals ("Corner FC"), Bayer Leverkusen's social media manager continued the banter before the second leg, in a playful spirit.

Yesterday's Must-Sees 🍿

- Team of the Week for the 26th Matchday of L1

- Brazil – France: The Seleçao's List, Neymar's Verdict Announced

- 160 Million for Olise, Perez and Real Madrid Ready to Splurge This Summer?

TV Schedule 📺

2:00 PM: Youth League / Atlético – Bruges (CANAL+ FOOT)

4:00 PM: Youth League / Villarreal – PSG (CANAL+ FOOT)

6:00 PM: Fenerbahçe – Gaziantep FK (beIN SPORTS 4)

6:45 PM: Sporting – Bodø/Glimt (CANAL+ SPORT)

9:00 PM: Arsenal – Bayer Leverkusen (CANAL+ SPORT)

9:00 PM: Chelsea – PSG (CANAL+ FOOT)

9:00 PM: Manchester City – Real Madrid (CANAL+ SPORT 360)

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