Even before the world had fully learned to pronounce coronavirus, another quiet epidemic had already begun. The World Health Organization gave it a name: infodemic. It is not caused by a pathogen, but it spreads just as quickly and just as dangerously. An infodemic is an overwhelming flood of information, with misleading rumors, fabricated stories, manipulated images, and conspiracy theories mixed in with genuine facts. Like the virus, it is highly contagious and grows exponentially, crossing borders effortlessly through social media, messaging apps, and even word of mouth. It complicates every aspect of the pandemic response, because when people believe…

Lille OSC are on the road this afternoon, heading to Brittany to take on Stade Rennais, and the most interesting part of their team news is not who is available but who is apparently not being chosen to lead the line. According to L’Équipe, as relayed by GFFN and Luke Entwistle, Lille are set to opt for a false No.9 rather than starting Olivier Giroud up front. At first glance, that feels like a surprising call. Giroud is the most recognizable centre-forward in the squad, a former France international with a proven record, and with Ayase Ueda still sidelined and…