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The first week of the World Cup has seen a significant decrease in players faking injuries due to a new rule change. This intervention has been hailed as a successful remedy for the long-standing issue of players exaggerating contact on the pitch.

ABBA and Universal Music are engaged in a legal battle with the Dutch carnival band De Kapotte Kachels over a parody song titled "Dikke Pens." The pop group claims the cover "mutilates" their original work and has blocked its availability on streaming services, while the band is fighting to have it reinstated.

Ajax will begin its European campaign in the second qualifying round of the Conference League against the loser of the match between FK Vojvodina and Ferencváros. The Amsterdam club secured its spot after finishing fifth in the Eredivisie and winning a play-off series. The first match is scheduled for July 23.