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    Soccer - Copa Libertadores - Final - Atletico Mineiro v Botafogo - Estadio Mas Monumental, Buenos Aires, Argentina - November 30, 2024 Botafogo owner John Textor celebrates with the trophy after winning the Copa Libertadores
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    John Textor Seeks $400M From Michele Kang in Lyon Takeover Suit
    Textor claims Kang convinced him to give up control of Lyon while plotting to oust…
    July 20, 2026
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    Jan 22, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Washington Spirit team owner Michele Kang talks to media during a press conference at BMO Stadium.
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    Michele Kang to Buy Lyon in Deal That Would End Textor’s Ownership
    Kang will pay $30 million for around 88% of Lyon.
    June 24, 2026
    Jun 28, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Botafogo midfielder Danilo (5) kicks the ball during the second half during a round of 16 match of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup at Lincoln Financial Field.
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    John Textor’s Soccer Empire at Risk
    Textor’s stakes in France’s Lyon and Brazil’s Botafogo are up for grabs.
    March 30, 2026
    [Subscription Customers Only] Jun 15, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Botafogo owner John Textor inside the stadium before the match during a group stage match of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup at Lumen Field.
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    The American Sports Owners Feuding Over a French Soccer Team
    John Textor is at odds with Michele Kang and investment giant Ares.
    February 27, 2026