French football club, Stade Saint-Symphorien, currently in Ligue 2
Ivory Coast forward Elye Wahi has been cleared to travel to Canada for a World Cup clash with Germany after authorities briefly barred him from entering. The move follows reports he was linked to a probe into sports corruption in France. FIF says it has confidence in him and he will join the squad in Toronto for the group match.
Aston Villa has spent €12m to sign Brian Madjo from Metz; FIFA registration rules have prevented the player from being registered, with a CAS appeal hearing held and a ruling expected as UEFA and Premier League deadlines loom.
During a Metz vs Fortuna Sittard friendly in Forbach, referee Mathilde Demoncay is knocked to the ground while intervening in a melee at the 40th minute. She resumes after restart but leaves at half-time; Metz win 3-1.