Country: Europe
All the latest political, economic, social, cultural, and diplomatic news from European countries. A regional section tracking major European affairs and the continent's relations with Africa and the world.
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Inter Miami: Sergio Busquets announces his retirement from the sport
Spanish midfielder for Inter Miami, 2010 World Cup winner, Sergio Busquets, announced his retirement at the end of the 2025 MLS season. Spanish midfielder for Inter Miami, Sergio… -
The Ballon d’Or Isn’t Made of Gold: The Manufacturing Secrets of the Highly Coveted Trophy
Neither solid gold nor a simple trophy, the most prestigious prize in football is the result of a craftsman’s work of about a hundred hours. Contrary to what… -
Libyan financing: Nicolas Sarkozy found guilty of criminal conspiracy
The Paris criminal court delivered its verdict on 25 September 2025 in the case of Libyan financing of Nicolas Sarkozy’s 2007 presidential campaign. The former French president was… -
“An incredible striker, but not authoritative enough,” Rooney on Haaland
Wayne Rooney, a Manchester United legend, expressed his reservations about Erling Haaland’s game. Admirative of the Norwegian’s efficiency, he nonetheless regrets a lack of authority and urges him… -
Rooney: “Cristiano Ronaldo is a killer, but I love Messi”
Wayne Rooney says he feels no animosity toward Cristiano Ronaldo, while reaffirming his admiration for Lionel Messi’s talent. Wayne Rooney sought to clarify his position regarding Cristiano Ronaldo.… -
Ballon d’Or 2025 : Yamal was left out because of his age, according to Javier Tebas
The president of La Liga, Javier Tebas, believes that Lamine Yamal was denied the 2025 Ballon d’Or because of his age, despite his outstanding season with FC Barcelona.… -
Ballon d’Or 2025: upstaged by Dembélé, Lamine Yamal comforted by his 25-year-old girlfriend
Having failed to win the 2025 Ballon d’Or, claimed by Ousmane Dembélé, Lamine Yamal can console himself in the arms of his girlfriend, singer Nicki Nicole, who sent… -
Ballon d’Or 2025 : France joins Argentina at the top of the all-time winners list
With Ousmane Dembélé’s coronation, France joins Argentina at the top of the list of nations with the most Ballon d’Or titles (8 trophies each). Ousmane Dembélé’s triumph, crowned… -
Ballon d’Or 2025: Neymar outraged by Raphinha’s 5th-place finish
In a social media post, Neymar criticized the overall Ballon d’Or 2025 ranking, with Raphinha landing in 5th place. And the winner of the 2025 Ballon d’Or is… -
Ballon d’Or 2025: Mbappé 7th, Salah 4th, the overall standings
Discover the overall ranking of the 2025 Ballon d’Or. The title went to Ousmane Dembélé, who lifted the trophy ahead of Yamal and Vitinha. The winner of the… -
Ballon d’Or 2025: Kylian Mbappé reacts to Ousmane Dembélé’s win
Kylian Mbappé also reacted to Ousmane Dembélé’s triumph, the winner of the 2025 Ballon d’Or. And the Real Madrid forward congratulated his fellow Frenchman. The winner of the… -
Ousmane Dembélé wins the 2025 Ballon d’Or, Aitana Bonmati takes the women’s Ballon d’Or
Having scored a hat-trick for PSG, Ousmane Dembélé won the 2025 Ballon d’Or. In the women’s category, the trophy went to Bonmati Aitana, who claimed the prize for… -
Ballon d’Or 2025 : Iniesta won’t choose between Dembélé and Yamal
Andrés Iniesta refused to name a favorite between Ousmane Dembélé and Lamine Yamal, both in contention for the Ballon d’Or 2025. Former Barça great Andrés Iniesta shared his… -
Ballon d’Or 2025: only only two African players in the top 10
Only two African players appear in this year’s Ballon d’Or top 10. African football will be represented this year by two of its biggest figures in the final… -
Ballon d’Or 2025: Luis Enrique voted coach of the year, Donnarumma best goalkeeper
Winner of the Champions League with PSG, Luis Enrique was voted Coach of the Year at the 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony taking place in Paris. Gianluigi Donnarumma was… -
Ballon d’Or 2025: Lamine Yamal retains the Kopa Trophy
The Ballon d’Or 2025 ceremony is taking place at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, France. In contention for the crown, Lamine Yamal has just won the Kopa… -
Barça: Rashford sanctioned for being two minutes late to training
Author of an assist in Barça’s 3-0 win against Getafe in the Liga last week, Marcus Rashford was sanctioned by his coach Hansi Flick for being two minutes… -
Ballon d’Or 2025 : follow the ceremony live here
The 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony will take place this Monday, September 22, 2025, starting at 8:00 PM (GMT+1) at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris. Follow the ceremony… -
Ballon d’Or 2025: Pedri prefers the Champions League to the individual award
Ahead of the 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris tonight, Barcelona’s midfielder chose the UEFA Champions League over the most prestigious individual award. A few hours before the… -
Ballon 2025: Serhou Guirassy 21st, Bellingham 23rd, the rankings from 30th to 24th
France Football has revealed the last 6 in the Ballon d’Or 2025 ranking. The official ceremony will take place this Monday evening in Paris. Who will be the… -
Ballon d’Or 2025: criteria revealed, Dembélé and Yamal favorites
A few hours before the Ballon d’Or ceremony, France Football, the trophy’s organizer, specified the criteria that will guide the award this year. France Football, organizer of the… -
Ligue 1 : PSG’s squad for the clash with OM
PSG coach Luis Enrique has revealed the list of players selected for the match against OM this Monday in Ligue 1. Several key players are missing. Originally scheduled… -
Ballon d’Or 2025: PSG players won’t attend the ceremony
Paris Saint-Germain will be without several representatives at the 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony on Monday evening, due to the Classique rescheduled against OM at the Vélodrome. Paris Saint-Germain… -
Libyan funding: Nicolas Sarkozy sentenced to five years in prison, with custody deferred
Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy was sentenced on Thursday, September 25, 2025, to five years in prison by the Paris criminal court in the case of the alleged… -
Champions League: Rashford ties a Messi record
FC Barcelona forward Marcus Rashford matched Lionel Messi’s incredible UEFA Champions League feat after scoring a brace against Newcastle United. Marcus Rashford put on a star turn in… -
France faces a “dark day” marked by massive mobilization
France was shaken on Thursday, September 18, by an unprecedented mobilization against the austerity measures announced this summer. September 18 will be remembered as a “black day” for… -
Diplomacy: France suspends its counterterrorism cooperation with Mali and expels two diplomats
France announced on Friday the suspension of its counterterrorism cooperation with Mali, in response to the August arrest of a French diplomatic official in the Malian capital. Alongside… -
Boxing: Anthony Joshua soon in the ring in Nigeria?
Nigerian-British boxer Anthony Joshua could fight for the first time in Africa. Anthony Joshua could finally achieve one of his biggest dreams: contest a professional fight on African… -
Champions League: Haaland becomes the fastest player to reach 50 goals
Manchester City forward Erling Haaland has become the fastest player in Champions League history to score 50 goals. Erling Haaland continues to make history. On Thursday night, during… -
UCL: “they taught us a lesson”, Gordon after Newcastle 1-2 Barça
Newcastle United forward Anthony Gordon admitted he had never played against a team like Barcelona before. Beaten 2-1 by FC Barcelona on Thursday night at St James’ Park,…