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The Hindu
23-07-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
Women's Euro 2025: French FA calls for online abuse investigation after quarterfinal exit
French football's governing body has called for an investigation into hateful comments made online following the national team's exit from the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 after a penalty shootout loss to Germany in the quarterfinals. 'The French Football Federation strongly condemns the hateful remarks made about certain players of the French team. Nothing can justify such manifestations of hatred,' the governing body said in a statement on Wednesday. 'The FFF expresses its full support to all the players concerned and re-asserts its commitment to the values of respect and solidarity, which are the basis of our sport. The FFF has decided to immediately contact the National Center Against Online Hatred to allow for the opening of an investigation aimed at sanctioning criminal behaviour,' the statement added. ALSO READ | Mussolini's great-grandson hopes skills on pitch outweigh family name The FFF's call for action comes in the wake of England defender Jess Carter's withdrawal from social media over racial abuse she received online. France goalkeeper Pauline Peyeaud-Magnin posted about the abuse received by her teammates on Instagram. 'There's one thing even harder to accept than defeat: hatred,' she wrote. 'We can be frustrated, we can be sad, we can even be angry. But hatred should never, ever have a place in this sport. Whether it's against a player on our team or an opponent: behind every jersey, there's a person ... thank you to those who continue to support us with kindness. We will rise again. Stronger. More united,' she added.
Straits Times
23-07-2025
- Sport
- Straits Times
French FA calls for online abuse investigation after Women's Euro exit
GENEVA - French football's governing body has called for an investigation into hateful comments made online following the national team's exit from the Women's Euros after a penalty shootout loss to Germany in the quarter-finals. "The French Football Federation strongly condemns the hateful remarks made about certain players of the French team. Nothing can justify such manifestations of hatred," the governing body said in a statement on Wednesday. "The FFF expresses its full support to all the players concerned and re-asserts its commitment to the values of respect and solidarity, which are the basis of our sport. "The FFF has decided to immediately contact the National Center Against Online Hatred to allow for the opening of an investigation aimed at sanctioning criminal behaviour." The FFF's call for action comes in the wake of England defender Jess Carter's withdrawal from social media over racial abuse she received online. France goalkeeper Pauline Peyeaud-Magnin posted about the abuse received by her teammates on Instagram. "There's one thing even harder to accept than defeat: hatred," she wrote. "We can be frustrated, we can be sad, we can even be angry. But hatred should never, ever have a place in this sport. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Judge asks prosecution for more information on Kpods in first case involving etomidate-laced vapes Singapore Male victim of fatal Toa Payoh fire was known to keep many things, say residents Singapore 5 teens arrested for threatening boy with knife, 2 charged with causing hurt Singapore HDB launches 10,209 BTO and balance flats, as priority scheme for singles kicks in Sport Bukayo Saka the difference as Arsenal beat AC Milan at National Stadium Singapore Cyclist charged after allegedly hitting elderly pedestrian, killing him Singapore Over 1.15 million Singaporeans aged 21 to 59 have claimed SG60 vouchers Singapore Singapore Oceanarium will enhance tourism while supporting sustainability: Grace Fu "Whether it's against a player on our team or an opponent: behind every jersey, there's a person ... thank you to those who continue to support us with kindness. We will rise again. Stronger. More united." REUTERS
LeMonde
21-07-2025
- Sport
- LeMonde
France football boss backs women's coach despite 'cruel' Euro loss
French Football Federation (FFF) president Philippe Diallo told Agence France-Presse on Monday he was backing women's coach Laurent Bonadei despite the "cruel disappointment" of France being knocked out at the quarter-final stage of Euro 2025. Les Bleues lost on penalties to a Germany side who played with 10 women for almost all of a gruelling encounter which finished 1-1 after extra-time. But for Diallo there's no question of sacking Bonadei. "After the Olympics, we put our faith in Laurent until the World Cup (in 2027) with the aim of helping this team make the transition from one generation to the next," said Diallo. "With 11 consecutive wins and a successful group stage (at the Euros), there are positive things to remember. But with a lot of humility, we have to get back to work, and that will be with Laurent Bonadei," he added. However, the federation president made no attempt to play down the heartbreak of failing to progress past the quarter-finals despite being a goal and a player up in normal time. Diallo described the loss to Germany as "a cruel disappointment," adding "everything had been put in place for this team to go much further in the tournament." "It's a real setback, the eighth time in the last nine major tournaments that France have been eliminated at the quarters," he added. "We're going to have to think with the coach and those in charge of women's football at the FFF about how we can work better." Bonadei did not include former captain Wendie Renard and France's highest scorer ever Eugénie Le Sommer in his squad. In the group phase, France beat reigning champions England 2-1 in their opening match before thrashing Wales 4-1 and outclassing the Netherlands 5-2.
New Straits Times
10-07-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Lyon stave off relegation after successful appeal
PARIS: Seven-time French champions Lyon have kept their Ligue 1 place after winning an appeal against relegation, the French Football Federation (FFF) said today. Last month, Lyon were relegated to the second-tier Ligue 2 by French football's financial watchdog, who had placed the club under budgetary restrictions in November. American businesswoman Michele Kang then took over as club president from compatriot John Textor. The FFF said Lyon would have to cut their wage bill and transfer budget for the upcoming campaign. "Lyon would like to thank the appeal commission after it recognised the ambition of the new club management," the club said in a statement. "Today's decision constitutes the first step of re-establishing trust in Lyon." Two weeks ago, Textor said he would take a step back from the day-to-day running of the club. The second-largest shareholder at the club behind Textor, Kang was already president of the Lyon women's team. "I'm actually very proud of what we have accomplished to reach this decision, and I can honestly say that we gave everything we have," said Kang. "This was really a collective mission and a goal to save the club... and continue its legacy," she added. "We are going to do everything in our power to ensure that we're going to leave this club a little better than the way we found it." Lyon finished sixth in Ligue 1 last season to qualify for the Europa League and will be allowed to play in that competition after the successful appeal, but they had already agreed to pay UEFA a fine. Textor took over as Lyon's majority owner in December 2022 from long-standing boss Jean-Michel Aulas, who had overseen unprecedented success at the French outfit. Lyon won seven consecutive French titles between 2002 and 2008, under Aulas. "Michele Kang has been able to provide, with courage, the guarantees needed to preserve the future of the club," Aulas said on social media. "But the most difficult part is to come. A new period is underway, one of reconstruction." "I will remain committed, alongside Michele Kang and all those who believe in the strength of Lyon's ambition," the 76-year-old Frenchman added. Textor, 59, also holds stakes in Brazilian side Botafogo and Belgian club Molenbeek. He sold his 43 per cent stake in Premier League side Crystal Palace in mid-June as he tried to balance the books at Lyon. Lyon have reduced their salary bill with attacker Alexandre Lacazette and goalkeeper Anthony Lopes released. They have sold Rayan Cherki to Manchester City and Maxence Caqueret to Como. Textor said his Eagle group has also put €83 million (RM414 million) into the club. Only five clubs have won Ligue 1 more often. Paris Saint-Germain hold the record with 13 titles. Lyon began their pre-season on Monday. Their first game of the Ligue 1 season is a trip to Lens on the weekend of Aug 15-17. - AFP
NDTV
09-07-2025
- Business
- NDTV
Lyon Stave Off Ligue 1 Relegation After Successful Appeal
Seven-time French champions Lyon have kept their Ligue 1 place after winning their appeal against relegation, the French Football Federation (FFF) said on Wednesday. Last month, Lyon were relegated to the second-tier Ligue 2 by French football's financial watchdog, who had placed the club under budgetary restrictions in November. American businesswoman Michele Kang then took over as club president from compatriot John Textor. The FFF said Lyon would have to cut its wage bill and transfer budget for the upcoming campaign. "Lyon would like to thank the appeal commission after it recognised the ambition of the new management of the club," the club said in a statement. "Today's decision constitutes the first step of re-establishing trust in Lyon." Two weeks ago, Textor said he would take a step back from the day-to-day running of the club. The second-largest shareholder at the club behind Textor, Kang was already president of the Lyon women's team. Lyon finished sixth in Ligue 1 last season to qualify for the Europa League and will be allowed to play in that competition after the successful appeal, but thed had already agreed to pay UEFA a fine. Textor took over as Lyon's majority owner in December 2022 from long-standing boss Jean-Michel Aulas, who had overseen unprecedented success at the French outfit. Lyon won seven consecutive French titles between 2002 and 2008, under Aulas. Textor, 59, also holds stakes in Brazilian side Botafoga and Belgian club Molenbeek. He sold his 43 percent stake in Premier League outfit Crystal Palace in mid-June as he tried to balance the books at Lyon. Lyon have reduced their salary bill with attacker Alexandre Lacazette and goalkeeper Anthony Lopes released. They have sold Rayan Cherki to Manchester City and Maxence Caqueret to Como. Textor said his Eagle group has also put 83 million euros (97 million dollars) into the club. Only five clubs have won Ligue 1 more often. Paris Saint-Germain hold the record with 13 titles. Lyon began their pre-season on Monday. Their first game of the Ligue 1 season a trip to Lens on the weekend of August 15-17. eba/iwd/pi/pb
