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Reports indicate Kylian Mbappe has been dropped from Real Madrid's lineup for the upcoming Clasico due to being labeled a disruptive locker room influence. Fans have reacted strongly on social media.
Diego Simeone joked about Atlético Madrid's swanky hotel switch in his press conference, lifting spirits as his side prepares for a massive European tie at Arsenal.
Several Caf executive committee members are calling for the appointment of referee Jean-Jacques Ndala Ngambo to be overturned for the first leg of the Caf Champions League final, citing his involvement in a controversial Afcon final where Senegal walked off against Morocco, leading to a legal dispute.
Jean-Jacques Ndala Ngambo's appointment to referee the first leg of the Caf Champions League final between Mamelodi Sundowns and AS Far on 17 May in Tshwane is under scrutiny. Caf executive committee members are demanding the decision be overturned due to his controversial role in the Afcon final, where Senegal walked off against Morocco, leading to a legal dispute.
Real Madrid Femenino's Caroline Weir paid a touching tribute to Zinedine Zidane by wearing his legendary number 5 shirt to the premier of his documentary, symbolizing her admiration for the French icon.