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anticipating the nice versus saint-étienne decider on may 30 The crucial second leg of the Ligue 1 promotion/relegation play-off for the 2026/27 season is set to unfold at the Allianz Riviera, pitting Nice against Saint-Étienne in a truly pivotal encounter for both clubs. Nice has endured a particularly challenging campaign, seeing their ambitions shift dramatically from vying for European competition to battling fiercely to retain their top-flight status. Following a goalless draw in the initial leg at Geoffroy-Guichard, the southern French side holds a marginal home advantage heading into this…

Nice faces decisive Ligue 1 playoff against Saint-Étienne After a season filled with highs and lows, OGC Nice stands at a crossroads. The playoff match against Saint-Étienne on Friday at 20:45 could define the club’s future in Ligue 1. A poor performance would send the four-time French champions into Ligue 2 for the first time in 24 years. This return leg, following a 0-0 draw in the first match, is the most critical game of the season for the team from the Côte d’Azur. An unprecedented context for the playoff…

The AS Saint-Étienne heads to Nice this Friday evening for the second leg of the Ligue 1 playoffs, following a goalless draw in the first meeting. Philippe Montanier’s side must secure a victory on the Côte d’Azur to clinch promotion to France’s top flight. Here’s the likely starting XI for this decisive clash. The stakes couldn’t be higher for OGC Nice, who must win to avoid relegation. After a dull goalless draw at Geoffroy-Guichard, the stakes shifted dramatically—the Azuréens now face elimination if they fail to overturn the result. The…

The Minister of Spatial Planning, Urbanism and Housing recently shared the promising outcomes of his delegation’s visit to Baku, Azerbaijan. This mission centered around the 13th World Urban Forum (FUM13/WUF13), a pivotal international gathering. The results were presented during a cabinet meeting on Thursday, May 28, 2026, attended by various stakeholders involved in the mission. Spearheaded by the Minister, the Chadian contingent included the First Deputy Mayor of N’Djamena, high-ranking officials from SOPROFIM, and representatives from UN-Habitat. Discussions at the forum primarily addressed critical issues such as housing provision, fostering…

Just days after taking office, Benin’s newly elected President Romuald Wadagni—who succeeds Patrice Talon—presided over his first-ever Council of Ministers on 28 May 2026, marking the formal launch of his seven-year mandate spanning 2026 to 2033. This inaugural gathering carried deep symbolism, as the Head of State set the tone, values, and ambitions that will shape his administration’s trajectory for the years ahead. Two overriding priorities emerged as the cornerstones of this new septennate. The first, and arguably most pivotal, centers on eliminating extreme poverty and narrowing the glaring development…

On the eve of their crucial Première Ligue final against Paris FC, several members of the OL Lyonnes club openly discussed the profound European disappointment, a mix of frustration, raw emotion, and an unwavering determination to recover. For Wendie Renard, the impact of the defeat remains a difficult pill to swallow, though the Lyon captain affirmed the squad’s need to quickly regain their footing. “Naturally, I believe you can imagine how incredibly tough it was. However, we are professionals, and we must forge ahead. What has transpired cannot be altered…

Foot, Ligue 1, Discipline Le président de la commission discipline de la LFP, Sébastien Deneux, revient sur le nul entériné de Nantes-Toulouse : « Il n’y avait aucun enjeu sportif » Le 17 mai, après l’envahissement de terrain des supporters nantais, le match Nantes-Toulouse avait été interrompu à la 22e minute. (H. Bellenger, B. Papon/Icon Sport, L’Équipe) Sébastien Deneux, le président de la commission de discipline de la LFP, justifie d’avoir entériné le résultat de Nantes-Toulouse (0-0), interrompu le 17 mai après un envahissement de terrain. Une décision contestée par les Toulousains. Etienne Moatti publié le…

Arsenal’s remarkable Champions League journey to Budapest final Two decades after their memorable showdown against Barcelona at the Stade de France, Arsenal have returned to the Champions League final stage—this time facing Paris Saint-Germain in Budapest. As the Gunners prepare for Saturday’s showdown at 6 PM local time, their European campaign this season has already cemented their place in club history. How Arsenal reached the pinnacle of European football The North London club navigated a grueling path to the final, overcoming formidable opponents at every stage. Their campaign began with…

During a rigorous inspection operation ahead of the Tabaski festivities, authorities in Tchad successfully uncovered a clandestine animal slaughtering ring in N’Djamena. A specialized task force, including representatives from the Ministry of Livestock, the sanitary police coordination, and national defense forces, conducted a raid on a private property located in the Machaga district of the 8th arrondissement. There, they discovered more than 100 cattle and 40 sheep that were suffering from various illnesses. The investigation revealed that these sick animals had been purchased by an unidentified international NGO, with the…

Across numerous districts and thoroughfares within N’Djamena, a familiar sight has emerged: itinerant vendors navigating the streets with pushcarts laden with scrap metal, their calls of « Hadid kilo! Hadid kilo! » echoing through the air. This trade in salvaged iron, colloquially known as « Hadid kilo », is experiencing rapid expansion throughout the capital city. According to various residents, this activity has transformed into a genuinely lucrative enterprise that, regrettably, draws in children. Some of these merchants, frequently originating from neighboring countries such as Niger and Nigeria, are reportedly…

Alors que le Paris Saint-Germain vise une deuxième couronne consécutive, les Londoniens espèrent inscrire leur nom au palmarès de la compétition européenne. Voici comment suivre la rencontre À quelle heure ? By Aïcha Abdou — Senior correspondent