European Leagues

JAILED! French Striker Sentenced To Two-Years In Prison Over Rape

Former AS Monaco, Sevilla and France forward Wissam Ben Yedder has been convicted of attempted rape and sexual assault in Nice, following a lengthy legal process.

The 34-year-old, who was a free agent this summer after leaving the principality, has been declared guilty of all charges in court, and on top of the two years in prison he will face, Ben Yedder will see his driving licence suspended for six months. He will pay a €6.5k fine in damages to the victim, and his name will be placed on the sex offender register.

Ben Yedder apologised to the 23-year-old victim during the court proceedings, blaming his actions on alcohol. Diario AS explain that the prosecution were seeking a year in prison and 2.5 years more in a suspended sentence, conscious of the fact that he has a separate ongoing rape investigation into him. Ben Yedder paid a €900k bail to avoid custody in 2023.

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Premier League

Mac Allister’s father reveals Klopp’s influence on his decision to join Liverpool

Alexis Mac Allister’s father has revealed that former manager Jurgen Klopp played a key role in his son’s decision to join Liverpool.

The Argentine midfielder made the £35M move to the Reds from Brighton in 2023, following a release clause in his contract with the Seagulls. Klopp’s persuasion was instrumental in sealing the deal.

Speaking to RG, Mac Allister’s father shared that his son has no regrets about joining Liverpool.

“When he was about to play in Qatar, we sat down with Brighton and negotiated a good release clause,” Mac Allister Sr. recalled. “So that he could deliver a good performance in the World Cup and go to a bigger team, which he did.”

“We chose Liverpool because Klopp wanted him a lot, and they were going through a rebuild. Klopp fell in love with him and gave him a lot of opportunities, which he did not waste.”

Mac Allister has delivered impressive performances, highlighted by his standout displays in the World Cup and Copa America. His father emphasized his son’s all-around abilities: “He delivered a fantastic World Cup and a very good Copa America and has shown unique attributes. People mostly talk about Alexis’ offensive abilities, but he also has the seventh-most recoveries in the Premier League.”

“There are many footballers who attack well, many who defend well, but there aren’t many like Alexis who attack and defend well.”

Premier League

FA rescinds Lewis-Skelly’s red card after Arsenal appeal

The Football Association (FA) has overturned the three-match suspension initially handed to Arsenal’s Myles Lewis-Skelly following his controversial red card against Wolves.

The decision came after Arsenal appealed the dismissal, prompting an independent review. In a statement released on Monday, the FA confirmed:

“An independent Regulatory Commission has upheld a claim of wrongful dismissal in relation to Myles Lewis-Skelly and removed his three-match suspension.

“The Arsenal player was sent off for serious foul play during their Premier League fixture against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday, 25 January 2025.”

Referee Michael Oliver issued a straight red card during Arsenal’s 1-0 victory, ruling that Lewis-Skelly caught Matt Doherty above the ankle while breaking up a counter-attack after a corner. VAR later upheld the decision.

The call sparked divided opinions among pundits and fans, with Oliver facing abuse on social media following the match.

With the suspension lifted, Lewis-Skelly will be available for selection when Arsenal host Manchester City in the Premier League on Sunday.

Premier League

‘No way back’ for Rashford at United – Ferdinand

England forward Marcus Rashford has been told there may be “no way back” for him at Manchester United following criticism from manager Ruben Amorim over his professionalism.

Rashford, 27, last featured for United on December 12. Amorim recently made a scathing remark, stating he would prefer to have 63-year-old goalkeeper coach Jorge Vital in his squad over “a player who doesn’t give the maximum every day.”

Former United defender Rio Ferdinand, a six-time Premier League champion, believes Rashford will need to leave Old Trafford after such comments.

“If I was the player the manager said that about, my heart, my pride, my ego—it’s embarrassment,” Ferdinand shared on his Rio Presents YouTube channel.

“For someone to question your application and effort, saying you’re taking shortcuts—that’s a damning comment. There’s no way back for Marcus after that. If he did return, it would send the wrong message, suggesting others could also slack off and return to the fold.”

Premier League title winner Chris Sutton echoed Ferdinand’s sentiment, urging Rashford to adjust his attitude.

“He’s too big for his boots,” Sutton said on BBC Radio 5 Live’s Monday Night Club. “What Amorim said is quite basic: he’s just asking Rashford to apply himself fully every day.

“For some reason, Rashford is not doing that, and it’s totally unacceptable. We know how brilliant he can be. Amorim has reached his last resort, and he’s within his rights to expect full commitment.