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Women’s World Cup draw rules, Super League expansion, Kenya federation expulsions

FIFA’s knockout draw rules for the 2027 Women’s World Cup keep the top two seeds apart until the final if both win their groups, though several leading teams still need to qualify. Super League shareholders have approved a 15-club rugby competition for 2027, with the Rugby Football League to choose the additional club. Kenya’s football federation has expelled its vice-president and six executive members, and vice-president Mariga is considering a tribunal challenge.

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