PSG president Al-Khelaifi under investigation in France for conflict of interest

Paris St Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi is the subject of a preliminary investigation in France over a suspected unlawful conflict of interest linked to Ligue 1 broadcasting rights, the Paris prosecutor's office told Reuters, allegations Al-Khelaifi and beIN reject.

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Cunha leveller turns down noise but Carrick has plenty to ponder

Michael Carrick was spared a drastic increase in the 'noise' around Manchester United as his side avoided a third consecutive defeat by scraping a 1-1 draw at Fulham on Sunday.

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Mourinho fumes at referee, Simeone urges respect after fiery Madrid derby

Jose Mourinho needed only a sheet of paper to deliver his verdict on Sunday's Madrid derby, waving images of two first-half tackles as he accused the officials of losing control in Real Madrid's 2-1 defeat by Atletico Madrid.

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Troubled Marseille lose fifth straight as PSG win

Captain Marquinhos snatched the winner as champions Paris St Germain won 2-1 at troubled Olympique de Marseille in Ligue 1 on Sunday, condemning the hosts to a fifth successive loss and a spot in the relegation zone.

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African champions beat Asian counterparts to advance in Inter Continental Cup

African champions Mamelodi Sundowns edged their Asian counterparts Al Ahli of Saudi Arabia 2-1 in the Inter Continental Cup on Saturday, with a double strike from Portuguese import Nuno Santos.

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Arteta vows Arsenal will learn from chastening Brighton defeat

There were no excuses from Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta after his side's perfect start to their Premier League title defence came to an ignominious end at Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday with a stunning 3-0 defeat in which they were out-hustled by their hosts.