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      Major European football league renamed after McDonald’s as fans joke ‘man of the match will win a happy meal’

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      FANS have been left in hysterics after Ligue 1 announced its new title sponsor.From next season, the division will be called the “Ligue 1 McDonald’s”.Ligue 1 will now be sponsored by McDonald’sCredit: X @LFPfrIt sees French football stick with the tasty theme as the league is currently sponsored by Uber Eats.McDonald’s have agreed a three-year deal with chiefs, meaning they will partner it until the 2027/28 campaign.Reports suggest the agreement is worth £17million-a-year.The announcement was made by the French FA, with the Ligue 1 trophy placed outside one of their fast-food restaurants.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFans have been left in stitches over sponsorship move, with one saying: “They really took farmers league personal.”Another added: “The French league is not serious.”A third joked: “Man of the match will now get a happy meal rather than a trophy.”More laughed: “McLeague.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERAnd others commented: “Now I know why Kylian Mbappe decided to leave.”The sponsorship deal is the second major change to Ligue 1 in recent years after the division was recently cut from 20 to 18 teams.Paris Saint-Germain are on course to win their tenth title in the last 12 years.Everything you need to know about Kylian Mbappe More

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      Kylian Mbappe ‘to sue popular influencer after naming KEBAB after him’ as PSG superstar labelled ‘embarrassing’

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      KYLIAN MBAPPE could reportedly sue a popular influencer who has named a KEBAB after the French superstar.Mohamed Henni revealed he has received a legal complaint from Mbappe’s legal team after creating a kebab with the Paris Saint-Germain striker’s name on it.Kylian Mbappe could sue an influencer who named a kebab after the PSG starCredit: The Mega AgencyThe grub is described as having ‘bakery bread, as round as Mbappe’s head’Henni, who supports rival side Marseille, is a popular influencer in France and owns a kebab shop.His Mbappe kebab is described as having “bakery bread, as round as Mbappe’s head.”Other players who have food items named after them include ex-West Ham winger Dimitri Payet, who is honoured with a savoury pancake.However, Henni claims Mbappe has failed to see the funny side.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd the World Cup winner’s lawyer has allegedly sent a letter to the influencer, ordering him to rename the kebab or else face further legal action.Via Get French Football news and other French media outlets, Henni shared part of the letter online.It reportedly read: “Mr Henni uses Kylian Mbappe’s name for commercial and promotional ends, without having obtained explicit prior consent.”Henni responded by labelling Mbappe “embarrassing.”Most read in FootballHOW TO GET FREE BETS ON HORSE RACINGHe said: “I’m stunned a player of this level has the time to think about me.“He is using his time and money to attack me. I am not hurting anyone.Kylian Mbappe watches PSG clash with his mum after being subbed at HALF TIME with Real Madrid transfer Mohamed Henni has been told to change the name or face further action“I am a humourist. Are you not embarrassed? Launching a legal complaint for absolutely nothing?”Henni noted that Payet has not launched similar action.He continued: “Payet is a player with values. Mbappe has completely lost it.”PSG and France star Mbappe has not commented. More

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      Eden Hazard mocks himself with speech about ‘no gym or running’ and gets burger dedicated to him on return to Lille

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      LILLE pulled out all of the stops as they welcomed club legend Eden Hazard back as guest of honour last night.The 33-year-old Belgian retired from football back in October after his epic career ended after years of injury and weight issues.Eden Hazard was treated to an epic return to his first club LilleCredit: ReutersThe former Belgian star came through the ranks there and helped them do the doubleCredit: AFPLille produced a special burger at the stadium in his honourCredit: X@ZachLowyA Hazard-themed cup was also available for fans to purchaseCredit: X@ZachLowyThe ex-playmaker, who won the Premier League, Europa League and FA Cup twice as well as a League Cup during his seven years at Chelsea, came through the ranks in France.Hazard joined Lille’s academy as a teenager in 2005 and went on to make 194 appearances and score 50 goals for the senior team.His dazzling form also proved instrumental in their league and cup double in 2011 and eventually earned him his move to England in 2012.Now having hung up his boots, he took the opportunity this weekend to visit his first club for their Ligue 1 home match against Rennes.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd his old employers rolled out the red carpet in style to honour the icon’s return.He was firstly honoured at the HQ as Lille got him to unveil one of their training centres that had been renamed after him.The mercurial winger poked fun at himself during the unveiling and made reference to the fact he was rarely seen in the gym during his playing career.Hazard said: “I only have one thing to say. This is the Eden Hazard pitch. So no gym, no running. Only playing football and breaking ankles.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThat was just the start of the fun as Lille announced they would be selling Hazard-themed hamburgers and special edition Eco Cups to celebrate the occasion.And as some supporters tucked into them prior to kick-off, thousands more in the ground had another treat in store for Hazard as he watched on from the posh seats.Watch Eden Hazard ‘leave influencer for dead’ as ex-Chelsea star skins four players before scoring in charity matchAs the Lille and Rennes players emerged from the tunnel ahead of the 2-2 draw, a huge banner showing the icon’s face alongside the Ligue 1 and French Cup trophies he helped them to win was held aloft in one stand.Meanwhile, another was unfurled with a huge “Merci” written on it to show their gratitude for his efforts over a decade ago.Hazard enjoyed equal status at Stamford Bridge for his performances at Chelsea but failed to replicate the magic at Real Madrid as his career ended in disappointing fashion.He joined the LaLiga giants for an initial £88.3million in 2019 but he played just 76 times and scored only seven goals in four seasons.His time at the Bernabeu was plagued by injuries and fitness issues with reports that his weight was a problem and that he once turned up to training after the summer a stone too heavy.He recently opened up about those issues, saying: “With Chelsea, I’d just finished one of the best seasons of my career.“I said to myself, ‘now that I’m at Real Madrid, this is perhaps the last vacation I’ll be able to take.’ I let go of myself like I let go of myself every summer.Hazard unveiled a training pitch renamed after him at LilleCredit: X@brfootball“Seven years in England, without a break at Christmas, giving everything, so when I have three or four weeks of vacation, don’t bother me, barbecues, rose wine and all that.“That’s what allowed me to reset myself to start again. Then, Real, it went wrong and that’s it.“They say I was a slacker. But I haven’t spent 16 years as a professional without training. “It’s true that some mornings I arrived without sleeping well, not feeling like it, no desire, and when it’s like that I show it.“Don’t give me the ball. I’m making a square metre and I’m not moving. I don’t move.”On his weight, Hazard added: “I wasn’t watching what I ate but I didn’t go for a burger every day either. You can’t do that for 16 years. I didn’t think it was important.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I’m a hedonist, I like to eat and drink with my friends. Dieting is bull***t, it doesn’t work.“If you want to play until you’re 40, then okay, but I knew I wouldn’t be like that. I always have some champagne in my fridge.”Fans unfurled two huge banners to show their appreciation before kick-offCredit: TNT Sports More

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      ‘If you’re not happy, leave’ – Fans turn on Man Utd and Liverpool transfer target as team-mates have to hold star back

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      A MANCHESTER UNITED transfer target was involved in an ugly spat with his own fans following a home defeat.Nice star Jean-Claire Todibo has attracted plenty of transfer attention through his performances this season.Jean-Clair Todibo fumed at fans after the matchThe centre-back scored an own goal in the 2-1 defeatTodibo had to be hauled off by his team-matesIncensed fans tried to get onto the pitchHe has helped his side into the top four but Nice’s form has dropped off in recent weeks.Nice, who are owned by Sir Jim Ratcliffe, are without a win in five Ligue 1 games following a 2-1 defeat at home to Montpellier.Todibo scored an own goal in the tenth minute before his team-mate Jeremie Boga equalised two minutes later.But when Téji Tedy Savanier put the visitors back in front from the penalty spot shortly before half-time, Nice faced a difficult task.READ MORE ON MAN UTDThey were unable to turn the game around and the home faithful made their feelings known at the final whistle.Todibo decided to confront the ultras behind the goal and appeared agitated as fans hurled their objections towards him.The centre-back had to be held back by his team-mates as they tried to forcefully usher him way from the fans and down the tunnel.Meanwhile, Nice fans clamoured down from the stands and attempted to get onto the pitch – they had to be held back by security holding barriers.Most read in FootballCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL Reports claimed fans told Todibo to “leave” following speculation the Frenchman wants to leave.Todibo, 24, has admitted he would be prepared to make a move amid interest from United.Jean-Clair Todibo shows his talents at Nice He said: “I am at Nice and we’re having a great season. I don’t have my head elsewhere. If I did it would be difficult for me personally and for the group too.”I feel really good at Nice. We’ll see what happens in the summer but we’re not there yet. I don’t want to get ahead of myself.”I don’t want to give false hope. For now, I’m here at Nice.” More

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      Major European football league set to be renamed after McDonald’s as fans cry ‘we can’t take this seriously’

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      FRANCE’S top flight is set to be renamed Ligue 1 McDonald’s after the fast-food giants reportedly agreed a £17million-a-year deal.The league has been known as Ligue 1 Uber Eats since the food delivery service secured its first title sponsorship ahead of the 2020-21 season.Luis Enrique speaks into a microphone emblazoned with the Ligue 1 Uber Eats logoCredit: GettyThe league is set to be renamed Ligue 1 McDonald’sCredit: GettyUber Eats were believed to initially pay £12.8m a season, before renewing to the end of the 2023-24 campaign for £14.5m per campaign.According to French outlet RMC Sport, McDonald’s will take over after agreeing Ligue 1’s largest naming sponsorship deal to date at £17m a year.Ligue 1’s introduction of a naming partner in 2020 came amid the Covid-19 pandemic and a saga surrounding their TV rights deal.Unlike the Premier League, French football’s 2019-20 season never resumed following its suspension in March 2020.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIn 2018, Mediapro agreed to shell out a record €814m (£700m) per season to broadcast Ligue 1 matches.When the Spanish company subsequently started missing payments after falling into financial difficulties, Ligue 1 terminated the contract and resold the rights.Prior to Ligue 1’s reduction from 20 teams to 18 this season, Canal+ broadcast two of the 10 matches each weekend, with Amazon stepping in to pay €259m (£220m) for the remaining eight.This saw the league have to sell their TV rights at a huge discount to the initial Mediapro deal.Most read in FootballEarlier this season Ligue 1 bosses cancelled an auction for the next rights package due to not receiving the offers that they were hoping for.In January RMC Sport claimed that Dazn had emerged as main contenders to land the 2024-2029 rights package, with the streaming service reportedly set to up their bid.Everything you need to know about Kylian MbappeThe TV deal saga has led to Ligue 1 placing further emphasis on maximising other revenue streams, ultimately leading to the naming deal with McDonald’s.Mocking the McDonald’s partnership, one fan wrote on social media: “We can’t take this seriously.”While a second moaned: “They went for an even worse name.”A third commented: “McDonald’s league is genuinely insane.”And another added: “Messi played in the McDonald’s league.”McDonald’s have reportedly agreed a deal with Ligue 1Credit: Getty More

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      ‘Just shut up!’, rants ex-Chelsea legend as he reveals why Cristiano Ronaldo ‘annoys’ him

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO has been told to “shut up” by Chelsea legend Frank Leboeuf.The Portuguese, 39, ruffled feathers with his recent comments about Ligue 1.Cristiano Ronaldo made a staggering claim about Ligue 1Credit: GettyChelsea icon Frank Leboeuf was unimpressed by Ronaldo’s commentsCredit: GettyBack in January, the former Manchester United star made the staggering claim that the Saudi Pro League is better than the French top flight.Frenchman Leboeuf, 56, was not impressed by Ronaldo’s claim at all – and believes there was one reason alone that the Al-Nassr striker chose which division to target.He told BetVictor: “It annoys me when I hear Cristiano Ronaldo saying that the Saudi Pro League is better than Ligue 1.”Why do you think he chose to make that comment about Ligue 1 rather than the Portuguese League?READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”It’s because Lionel Messi played in Ligue 1. I have lots of respect for him as a player but come on, just shut up! It is unfair to Ligue 1.”Ronaldo had said: “Saudi League is not worse than Ligue 1.”Saudi Pro League is more competitive than Ligue 1, I can say that after one year spent there. We are better than the French league already now.”Leboeuf then claimed that Portugal can win the Euros this summer… but not if Ronaldo is involved.Most read in FootballHe continued: “For me, Portugal are actually one of the contenders for this summer’s European Championships.”I actually think they can win the Euros, but only if Cristiano Ronaldo doesn’t play.Georgina Rodriguez drops massive Cristiano Ronaldo retirement bombshell at Paris Fashion Week after crazy tribute dress“You cannot take away anything that Ronaldo has done for football just because he has gone to retire in the Saudi League.”I want to thank him for taking the sport to another level, but there is an end for everyone.”He has every right to play in Saudi Arabia, although I’m not sure he needed even more money!”Leboeuf, who became an actor after hanging up his boots, then had kind words for both Messi and Ronaldo.He added: “I have no problem with players coming to the end of their careers going to play in lesser leagues to earn more money, the same has happened with Lionel Messi.”Both of them were fantastic players but they have chosen not to play at the top level anymore and we have to respect that.”You can never take away what they have done for football.”The competition between those two actually made the entire sport better. It made it more attractive.”Thank you Ronaldo, thank you Messi, enjoy your retirement!”READ MORE SUN STORIESRonaldo has scored 42 goals and laid on a further 13 assists in 48 appearances for Al-Nassr since leaving European football behind.Messi, meanwhile, has 14 goals and six assists in 17 games for MLS side Inter Miami.Leboeuf, 56, also commented on Inter Miami star Lionel MessiCredit: AFP More

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      Kylian Mbappe watches PSG clash with his mum after being subbed at HALF TIME as boss confirms ‘we will play without him’

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      KYLIAN MBAPPE was subbed off at half-time during Paris Saint-Germain’s 0-0 draw at Monaco.And he ended up watching the rest of the game in the stands alongside his mum.Kylian Mbappe watched PSG’s 0-0 draw at Monaco in the stands with his mumMbappe was subbed off at half-time before Luis Enrique made a shock admissionKylian Mbappe was subbed off at half-time and this was him minutes later…On the phone to Florentino Perez…? 👀 pic.twitter.com/cAURkfgGd9— Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) March 1, 2024

      Mbappe, 25, had a dire time in attack as PSG failed to get the better of their rivals on Friday.Luis Enrique’s men dominated the ball but could only muster seven shots on target.And Mbappe felt his manager’s wrath as he was hauled off at the break.The France star is reportedly leaving PSG when his deal expires this summer.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSIt’s reckoned he’s already agreed a free transfer to Real Madrid.And after being taken off, Mbappe did not return to sit on PSG’s bench.Instead, he was seen next to his mother Fayza in the Monaco stands.And he watched the remainder of the match there, leaving fans stunned.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMbappe was also seen winking at the camera as he walked through the tunnel later on while engaged on his mobile phone.One fan said: “He doesn’t care.”PSG take training to the next level with ROBOT WALL as fans joke ‘all this to convince Mbappe to stay’Another declared: “Bro already thinking of winning the UCL with Real next season.”One noted: “Wow, not even on the bench.”Another added: “Mbappe and PSG both need a new direction.”Mbappe joined PSG from Monaco for £150million in 2018, having spent the previous season on loan in the French capital.He’s since scored 244 goals in 292 games while winning five Ligue 1 titles.Explaining the decision to take Mbappe off, PSG boss Enrique said: “I have been in football for quite a long time, you must know that everything is important in this kind of club.“Sooner or later we will play without Mbappé, we have to get used to that”. More

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      Kylian Mbappe to LEAVE PSG this summer for nothing with huge transfer scramble to begin for free agent

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      KYLIAN MBAPPE will become a free agent this summer after deciding to quit Paris Saint-Germain.Mbappe, 25, has been with the Ligue 1 champions since 2017.
      Kylian Mbappe will leave Paris Saint-Germain when his contract expires this summerCredit: Getty
      He came close to leaving for Real Madrid two years ago before penning a new deal.
      But that contract extension comes to an end this summer.
      And the Athletic claims Mbappe, who has won five titles with PSG, has decided against another renewal.
      It means he will be available to snap up on a free transfer come July.
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      Mbappe is reportedly “leaning towards” joining Real on the second time of asking.
      But his representatives have been left “unconvinced” by their offer.

      And that is set to spark a major transfer scramble for Mbappe’s services across Europe.
      Liverpool and Arsenal have been linked with the striker, who has 240 goals in 293 outings.
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      Other clubs like Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Man City are also set to be keep a close eye on the situation.
      But Mbappe’s wages could be the major sticking point for most of his suitors.
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      It’s believed he currently earns almost £900,000-a-week in the French capital.
      And Mbappe may have to take a 50 per cent cut to secure a move elsewhere.
      Despite not needing to pay a transfer fee to PSG, clubs will also be expected to cough up an enormous signing-on bonus for Mbappe.
      Transfer expert Andy Brassell told talkSPORT this month: “Of course the fact is Mbappe will be leaving about €80million (£68.5m) on the table as well in terms of loyalty bonus.
      “That is how he got himself back in the team at PSG in autumn by agreeing to that.
      “A free transfer as a free transfer is not free. There’s always a huge signing-on fee.
      “So he would be getting an estimated €150m (£128.5m) signing-on fee from Real Madrid.
      “Very unusually for Real Madrid, they would be letting him keep the majority of his image rights.
      “Which obviously could run into not even the tens of millions but the hundreds of millions.”
      On Mbappe’s wages, he added: “We have said all along that this move wasn’t about money.
      “Now, bear in mind, that he’s been earning under his contract at PSG for the last coming up to two years €72m (61.5m) per year before tax.
      “So that is about €56m (£48m) net with the French tax laws as they are.

      “It looks like he is going to earn €35m (£30m) a year at Real Madrid. So we are talking about him taking a 50 per cent pay cut.
      “Now he was always going to choose PSG if it was about the money but we always said it was not down to the money.” More