Marine Le Pen, France’s far-right leader, has made a public suggestion that Jordan Bardella, her political heir apparent, could replace her in the 2027 presidential election due to a court decision that threatens to stymie her candidacy.
The National Rally (RN) party leader said, “I accept that I cannot run,” in an interview that was released on Wednesday by the French magazine Valeurs Actuelles. Jordan accepts that Jordan must intervene. I personally asked him to consider it and make plans for it.
Le Pen’s statement is the most obvious indication to date that the three-time presidential candidate is getting ready for a serious side effect. She was found guilty of embezzling funds from the European Union and given a five-year prison sentence in France in March. She has contacted us.
The consequences are profound, even though Le Pen has called the decision a “witch hunt” and a “political decision.” Just one year before the election, a Paris appeals court is expected to rule on the case in 2026. She could still compete in the race if Le Pen’s sentence is reduced or overturned.
Le Pen said, “Jordan and I will continue to support the president’s primary until the case is decided.”
“The situation is undoubtedly not ideal. What else do you recommend, though? that I kill myself before I commit suicide”?
Le Pen warned that preventing her from running could sour the political landscape and further alienate voters. Regardless of their political beliefs, she said, “Many French people would then realize that the game’s rules have been manipulated.”
Le Pen’s endorsement has not yet been made public, and Bardella and Le Pen have long refrained from talking about internal power struggles. As Bardella’s profile grows, there is still lingering rumors about their working relationship.
Le Pen took over the parliamentary duties while Bardella, 29, was elected president of the National Rally in 2022. Although some people question how he would hold up in a high-pressure debate, his rise has been meteoric as a result of his media savvy and polished image.
Le Pen jokingly downplayed Bardella’s running for president in April, claiming that he would support the party “if I were hit by a truck.”
Under the country’s electoral laws, President Emmanuel Macron’s party, which is led by the liberal-centrism Renaissance, is prohibited from running for reelection. Few prominent figures have officially declared their candidacy for 2027 besides centre-right former prime minister Edouard Philippe.
Rob Page has been appointed as the Under-21 team’s head coach at Liverpool. Page was previously the Wales manager.
After leading his nation to the second round of Euro 2020, the 50-year-old was fired by the Football Association of Wales in June 2024 after failing to qualify for Euro 2024. He then led his nation to their first World Cup in 64 years in 2022.
After impressing as Wales Under-21 coach, Page, a former Wales captain who won 41 caps, became the senior national team’s manager. He has also coached at Port Vale and Northampton Town.
As young players look to bridge the gap between first-team footballers and academy prospects, according to Liverpool academy director Alex Inglethorpe, who added: “Rob brings a wealth of playing and coaching experience to a crucial role.”
His most recent successes speak for themselves when he helped Wales reach the last 16 of the Euro 2020 qualifying period.
“But perhaps less noteworthy is the work that occurred while he was in charge of the national team, which saw the inclusion of numerous pathway players in the senior squad.
Rob Page has been appointed as the Under-21 team’s head coach at Liverpool. Page was previously the Wales manager.
After leading his nation to the second round of Euro 2020, the 50-year-old was fired by the Football Association of Wales in June 2024 after failing to qualify for Euro 2024. He then led his nation to their first World Cup in 64 years in 2022.
After impressing as Wales Under-21 coach, Page, a former Wales captain who won 41 caps, became the senior national team’s manager. He has also coached at Port Vale and Northampton Town.
As young players look to bridge the gap between first-team footballers and academy prospects, according to Liverpool academy director Alex Inglethorpe, who added: “Rob brings a wealth of playing and coaching experience to a crucial role.”
His most recent successes speak for themselves when he helped Wales reach the last 16 of the Euro 2020 qualifying period.
“But perhaps less noteworthy is the work that occurred while he was in charge of the national team, which saw the inclusion of numerous pathway players in the senior squad.
Who: Real Madrid vs Red Bull Salzburg What: FIFA Club World Cup 2025 – Group H Where: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, United States When: Thursday, June 26, 9pm local time (01:00 GMT on Friday, June 27)
How to follow: We’ll have all the build-up from 6pm local (10:00 GMT) on Al Jazeera Sport.
Record-winners Real Madrid battle to maintain top spot in their group against the side currently level on points with them, Red Bull Salzburg.
The 17-time Austrian champions could claim pole position, and with it a better draw in the round of 16.
Al Jazeera Sport takes a look at the Group H decider.
How have Real Madrid fared so far at the Club World Cup?
Real Madrid opened with a 1-1 draw against Saudi Arabia’s Al Hilal. Gonzalo Garcia, in for Kylian Mbappe, who was absent with gastroenteritis, gave Los Blancos the lead, but Ruben Neves levelled from the spot before the break. Federico Valverde missed a late penalty for Los Blancos.
The Spanish giants’ Raul Asencio was sent off in the seventh minute of their 3-1 win against Pachuca in their second match.
Jude Bellingham, Arda Guler and Federico Valverde shrugged off the setback to power Real into an unassailable lead before Elias Montiel netted a consolation for the Mexicans in the 80th minute.
Real Madrid’s Federico Valverde, left, celebrates scoring their third goal against Pachuca with Brahim Diaz [Susana Vera/Reuters]
How have Salzburg fared so far?
After a 2-1 opening win over Pachuca, Salzburg missed the chance to seal their place in the round of 16, with a game to spare, as they were held to a 0-0 draw by Al Hilal.
What do Real Madrid need to qualify?
A draw would guarantee Real a top-two finish, but that scenario could mean the Spaniards lose the top spot, should Al-Hilal, who are two points off the top two in third, beat Pachuca.
What do Salzburg need to qualify?
The Austrians must win to be assured of progress to the knockout stages.
A draw would be enough if Al Hilal and Pachuca draw their final game, while Salzburg could even progress in defeat – if Al Hilal’s own chances are ended by defeat.
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What is the latest on Mbappe’s return for Real Madrid?
Kylian Mbappe has returned to training following a bout of gastroenteritis, but the French forward has not made the squad for this match.
Real coach Xabi Alonso says he is hopeful the 26-year-old will be available soon after he missed both Club World Cup matches so far, having been hospitalised with the illness.
Defender Trent Alexander-Arnold and coach Xabi Alonso are both new arrivals at Real Madrid this year [Hannah Mckay/Reuters]
How did Real Madrid qualify for the Club World Cup?
Real, who relinquished both their domestic and European titles this season, qualified for the Club World Cup with their 2022 UEFA Champions League final win against Liverpool.
How did Salzburg reach the Club World Cup?
Salzburg’s performances in the UEFA Champions League over the past four years was the qualifying factor for this competition via the UEFA ranking pathway.
Salzburg finished third in the Austrian top flight this season, six points behind title-winning Sturm Graz.
What happened the last time Real Madrid met Salzburg?
The teams met in the League Phase of the Champions League earlier this season, with Real emerging 5-1 winners at Santiago Bernabeu.
Rodrygo and Vinicius Junior both scored twice, with Mbappe chipping in with the other. Mads Bidstrup’s strike for Salzburg was merely a consolation in the 85th minute.
How many Club World Cups have Real Madrid won?
Real are the five-time record winners of this competition, and last lifted the trophy in 2023 following their win against Al Hilal.
Real Madrid’s Trent Alexander-Arnold and Jude Bellingham are both targeting their first Club World Cup medals with the record winners [Hannah Mckay/Reuters]
Head-to-head
This is only the second meeting between the European clubs, following Real’s Champions League win in their match earlier this season.
The new format for Europe’s premier club competition means the teams no longer have to play each other home and away prior to the knockout stages.
Salzburg have met Spanish opposition on 24 occasions over the years, but have won only five of those encounters, losing 15.
Real Madrid team news
Real will be without the services of Asencio, following his sending off against Pachuca.
The defender could be replaced by Antonio Rudiger as he continues his comeback from injury.
All eyes will be on the Real teamsheet to see if Mbappe will make his first appearance at the competition, even if it is just from the bench.
Salzburg team news
Takumu Kawamura’s knee injury in training before his side’s second game in the group looks set to sideline the midfielder for some time.
Goalkeeper Alexander Schlager’s hand injury keeps him out, as does winger Moussa Yeo’s knee problem.
Maurits Kjaergaard could be in line for a start after making his first appearance in eight months as a substitute in the draw with Al Hilal. The midfielder has been absent with an ankle injury.
Real Madrid possible starting lineup:
Courtois; Alexander-Arnold, Rudiger, Huijsen, F Garcia; Guler, Tchouameni, Bellingham; Valverde, Mbappe, Vinicius Jr
An Afghan boy was brutally attacked at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo International Airport by a Belarusian tourist, leading to a charge of attempted murder. The child has spinal and skull injuries, but he is currently stable and unharmed.
As she posed for a selfie in a see-through look during her trip to Dubai, Katie Price’s supporters warned her that she was at risk of arrest.
Katie Price’s followers called her out(Image: Getty Images)
Followers of Katie Price have hit out at the star for her latest upload as she left little to the imagination in Dubai. The 47-year-old former glamour model donned a see-through outfit as she posed for selfies.
As she enjoyed a barely-there look on a sun-soaked day out, she shared the photos on her social media accounts. Some of her followers were less than impressed with how she dressed up and displayed her heavily tattooed torso in the white crochet dress.
The outfit appeared as though she was going underwear-free as she posed in the mirror. The outrage at the attire comes as Dubai is devoutly muslim. Tourists are advised to dress modestly during their time there so they respect the local culture.
Fans thought Katie was risking arrest in the outfit(Image: Facebook)
One user sarcastically commented on her Facebook upload: “I didn’t realize in Dubai you could walk around like that I always thought Dubai had a strict clothes policy. I must have got that wrong !”
Another phrase, “You’d be arrested for wearing that in Dubai,” was utterly offensive. The outfit is completely disrespectful, a third person said. A fourth person said, “She is a little underdressed, respect the country you’re in,” and another said, “.
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She was also accused of risking arrest, according to a fifth person, who wrote, “She’ll be arrested going out in Dubai dressed like that!” Another person echoed the statement, saying, “Don’t think that’s appropriate for Dubai to end up in jail.”
Her party in Ibiza just days before her arrival. As they soaked up the sun and partied at the hotspot, the mother-of-five was spotted alongside Wayne Lineker.
Katie recently acknowledged that she had her “biggest regret” regarding her appearance. She has openly stated that choosing a BBL, or Brazilian Butt Lift, is the worst choice she has ever made in terms of her love of surgery.
Katie confessed to her regrets about getting her BBL, but she is no stranger to going under the knife to achieve her ideal body and look. In order to increase the body’s size and shape, fat is transferred from other parts of the body to the buttocks.
And the former glamour model acknowledged that her operation left her in severe pain. What is my age again, a podcast starring Katherine Ryan, asked what her biggest surgical regret was, and Katie responded, “The bum.”
She continued, “I tried that BBL abroad where they put your own fat in your bum. It was so agonizing. And I just didn’t like it.
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Katie disputed that the work had been done in Turkey when the host inquired. Despite the ‘agonizing’ experience, Katie insists she is still a big fan of going abroad for cosmetic surgery.
She continued, “I would never have surgery again in England.” Ever, ever. It would always be with me when I traveled abroad.
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