Soccer

Valencia striker Rafa Mir has found himself in hot water after being arrested by the Spanish Guardia Civil police for an alleged sexual assault. The 27-year-old footballer was detained in Valencia following a complaint filed by a 25-year-old woman, alleging that both her and her 21-year-old friend were sexually assaulted by Mir and another man
A recent court ruling has denied a request made by Spanish football federation president Pedro Rocha for a temporary injunction against his suspension. This decision has effectively removed him from his position in the federation, pending any urgent appeal that may be submitted. Rocha’s suspension stemmed from a ruling by the country’s Administrative Sports Court
In a surprising turn of events, Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich has been appointed as the new captain of Germany’s national team. This decision comes after his predecessor, Ilkay Gündogan, and several other senior players retired from international duty following Euro 2024. Kimmich, who hasn’t held the permanent captaincy position for Bayern or the national