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Olympic de Marseille faces Stade Rennais in must-win Ligue 1 finale Marseille Live coverage Olympic de Marseille hosts Stade Rennais in the 34th and final Ligue 1 fixture at Stade Vélodrome this evening. Kickoff at 21:00 sharp, with European qualification hanging in the balance. Tonight’s match carries extra significance as both sides battle for a top-half finish. Marseille sit sixth, just one point behind fifth-placed Rennes, with European spots still up for grabs. The Stade Vélodrome atmosphere promises to be subdued after a turbulent season, with supporters opting to forego traditional pre-match displays. Key implications for both clubs Olympic de Marseille: Can secure Europa League or Conference League qualification with a positive result Stade Rennais: Finishing fifth would gua...

Rennes aims for Champions League spot in final Ligue 1 showdown against MarseilleRennesRomain BitotSunday, May 17, 2026 at 8:00 PMFacebookWhatsappX, formerly TwitterMailCopy linkOn its final Ligue 1 outing of the season, Stade Rennais travels to Marseille’s Vélodrome Stadium this Sunday evening (9 PM). The match offers a chance to face former coach Habib Beye and pursue a victory that could secure a coveted Champions League spot.With a European berth already secured for next season following last weekend’s win over Paris FC, Stade Rennais faces Olympique de Marseille this Sunday, May 17, 2026, at the Vélodrome for Matchday 34. A win against the struggling Phocéens, combined with a Lille defeat to Auxerre or any outcome except a Lyon victory over Lens, would propel the Rouge et Noir to thir...

In a brazen and coordinated assault, a military engineering unit stationed in Garbougna, a village in Tillabéri near the Mali border, fell victim to a devastating terror strike on the morning of May 14, 2026. The attack, attributed to the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), an Al-Qaeda-affiliated faction, left at least 67 people dead, including soldiers and civilians. The targeted unit was deployed for critical civilian infrastructure projects, underscoring the deliberate sabotage of development efforts. Garbougna under siege: a predawn assault Just before dawn, as darkness still shrouded the Niger landscape, heavily armed assailants launched a surprise offensive on the military camp in Garbougna. Operating in small, mobile groups on motorcycles and pickup trucks, the attac...

A new triumph has unfolded for Béninese athletics in Accra. Competing in the triple jump event, athlete Yohan Awhansou proudly hoisted the national colors, securing a bronze medal with an impressive leap of 16.60 meters. This remarkable performance elevates Bénin's medal tally to two at the 2026 African Championships, underscoring the nation's growing prowess in continental track and field. Béninese triple jump on the African podium The atmosphere was charged with excitement this Saturday at the triple jump pit within Accra’s grand stadium. Facing seasoned competitors, Bénin’s Yohan Awhansou demonstrated exceptional composure and technical skill. From his initial attempts, the athlete showcased consistent form before unleashing his full potential. With an outstanding mark of 16.60 meters,...

Manchester United secures Premier League third place with thrilling Nottingham Forest victoryD'une superbe demi-volée, Luke Shaw a ouvert le score très tôt dans le match pour Manchester United. (S.Stacpoole/Presse Sports)Already assured of a spot in the upcoming Champions League, Manchester United delivered another attacking masterclass at Old Trafford this Sunday, overcoming Nottingham Forest 3-2 in a captivating Premier League encounter on Matchday 37, thereby cementing their third-place standing.Manchester United showcased their impressive late-season form against a Nottingham Forest side that, while already safe from relegation, was still reeling from their Europa League semi-final exit against Aston Villa (1-0, 0-4). The Red Devils swiftly took control of the game, largely thanks to a...

Buses torched near Bamako as jihadist blockade tightens in Mali Armed assailants set fire to multiple passenger buses on May 16 near Bamako, escalating tensions in a region already gripped by a worsening security crisis. Since late April, jihadist factions linked to the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM)—an Al-Qaeda affiliate—have enforced a road blockade around the Malian capital, crippling essential supply routes. A convoy of transport vehicles traveling through the Faya classified forest area—along the Bamako-Ségou corridor—came under attack on Saturday, May 16. Witnesses reported that armed men forced passengers from the buses before setting the vehicles ablaze. Multiple injuries reported Gunf...

The Chadian government has formally dismissed allegations from the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights regarding civilian casualties during military strikes in the Lake Chad Basin. These operations, targeting Boko Haram strongholds, have come under scrutiny, but N’Djamena maintains that the claims are unfounded. Minister of Communication and government spokesperson, Gassim Chérif Mahamat, addressed the situation in N’Djamena, describing the accusations as attempts to tarnish the reputation of the Chadian army. He emphasized that such claims undermine the honor and professionalism of the national forces, who remain at the forefront of the fight against terrorism across the Sahel and the Lake Chad region. Official statements clarify that all military maneuvers are executed wi...

Stuttgart clinched the final German berth for next season’s Champions League after a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga on Saturday afternoon. The Swabian side finished fourth in the standings, securing their seventh-ever qualification for Europe’s elite club competition. Bayern Munich (1st), Borussia Dortmund (2nd), and RB Leipzig (3rd) rounded out the top three, while Hoffenheim and Bayer Leverkusen narrowly missed out on the prized top-four finish. Celebrations erupted among Stuttgart players after their Champions League qualification was confirmed. © Kirill Kudryavtsev / AFP How Stuttgart secured their Champions League spot Stuttgart entered the final matchday in a tight battle for fourth place alongside Hoffenheim and Leverkusen. A draw agains...

News Human rights Legal troubles for a Sonko ally in Senegal May 16, 2026 1 view Facebook X Pinterest WhatsApp A recent arrest in Senegal has sent shockwaves through political and human rights circles. Matar Ndiaga Seck, a 51-year-old figure reportedly close to influential power circles, was taken into custody by the Criminal Investigations Division following a warrant issued by police in Linguère, a northern city. The operation is part of a broader inquiry into alleged violations under Senegal’s strengthened anti-LGBTQ+ legislation. Sources indicate this case ties into a wave of arrests across the Djoloff region, where authorities claim to have detained around twenty individuals in similar investigations. While auth...

Current AffairsSociety Senegal: prominent figure linked to ousmane sonko detained By Our Correspondent - May 16, 2026 0 1 FacebookXPinterestWhatsApp =A significant legal development has sparked considerable discussion across Senegal following the detention of Matar Ndiaga Seck, aged 51. Identified by various local media outlets as a political figure with close ties to influential government circles, Seck's arrest was executed by the Division of Criminal Investigations (DIC). This acti...

Senegal faces backlash over high-end 'green city' project at Lac Rose Residents near Senegal's iconic Lac Rose are pushing back against a new luxury real estate development they say threatens the fragile ecosystem of the UNESCO-recognized site. The project, branded as an eco-friendly "green city," has drawn sharp criticism from local communities who argue it will destroy their livelihoods. Ibrahima Mbaye, president of the Lac Rose Protection Collective, warns that the development will devastate the natural barrier protecting the coast from ocean erosion. This barrier sustains over 6,000 workers whose incomes depend on the lake's preservation, including salt harvesters, restaurant owners, and tour operators. "The term 'green city' is just a marketing ploy to mislead people into believi...

Following a closed-door gathering of PASTEF-Les Patriotes party leaders, President of the National Assembly, El Malick Ndiaye, took to social media to address the growing buzz surrounding Ousmane Sonko's alleged resignation. In a strongly worded statement titled "The Strength of PASTEF", he reaffirmed the party's unity and unwavering commitment to its political vision. Reasserting party cohesion and resolve The statement underscores the party's internal solidarity, highlighting the shared dedication of its members to their core political principles. It emphasizes the leadership's resolve to uphold unity and maintain the momentum of their political agenda despite recent challenges. The gathering was framed as a constructive exchange, with discussions centered on the party's strategic di...