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World Cup Press Box Controversy
An empty seat is being left in the press box at every France game to highlight the case of a French sports journalist imprisoned in Algeria. The move aims to draw attention to his situation.
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BBC Sport
A seat is being left empty in the press box at every France game at the World Cup to highlight the case of a French football writer who is in prison in Algeria.
2026-06-15 16:45 UTC