Football
Ibrahima Konate out 7-8 days with knee sprain, Real Madrid say
Real Madrid defender Ibrahima Konate left the France camp with a sprained knee but should be back for Villarreal on 10 October, with Mourinho short at the back.
France national team
Dugarry: Mbappé must start winning trophies
Former France forward Christophe Dugarry told RMC that Kylian Mbappé scores plenty but wins no titles with Real Madrid or France, and Zidane would say so too.
Nicolas Batum retires at 37; Tony Parker pays tribute
France star Nicolas Batum has ended his career at 37. Tony Parker said he always saw him as a younger brother and that Batum deserves the highest recognition.
Mbappé Ruled Out of France Training With Flu Symptoms
The Real Madrid forward and France captain skipped Monday's session with flu-like symptoms but remains expected to start Friday's Nations League opener against Turkey.
Nicolas Batum announces retirement from basketball at 37
The Frenchman ends an 18-year NBA career with Portland, Charlotte, Philadelphia and the Clippers, and says he will stay involved in the game after retiring.
Mbappé Hits Back at Viral 'Dictator' Memes
The Real Madrid forward says AI memes comparing him to dictators reveal a lack of political and human awareness, though he laughs off Dembélé's 'Mobut' nickname.
Barcola Cleared to Face Fulham After Injury Scare
Andoni Iraola confirmed Bradley Barcola avoided injury after going off with cramp in Liverpool's Champions League win over Atletico Madrid, easing France squad fears.