PSG ultras defy ban on away fans by offering tickets to Lens supporters
The CUP, Paris Saint-Germain’s grouping of ultras, has announced that it would offer 80 seats to Lens fans, who are banned from travelling to tonight’s fixture between the two teams. A local police decree issued last week had banned Sang et Or fans from attending the game, while a ministerial decree issued on Friday banned…
Torino defender Koffi Djidji: “I lost precious time at Nantes and beforehand.”
In an interview with Goal, Torino defender Koffi Djidji has discussed his strong season with the Serie A side, in what could well be his break-out campaign under manager Ivan Jurić. The 29-year-old Ivorian notably speaks of the impact his departure from Nantes has had on his career, having left his formative club in 2019. “[On…
Ligue 1 Predictions | Round 36
Scores after week nine:JEREMY: 56ERIC: 55 Jeremy’s Game of the Week: Nantes v Nice, 8pm, Saturday (UK) – The Coupe de France final promises to be a hard-fought match between two teams who have added a lot to this season’s Ligue 1 entertainment. The stakes are arguably higher for Nice. It’s hard to gauge expectations…
Lyon youth midfielder Mohamed El Arouch extends contract
Lyon have this morning announced the contract extension of 18-year-old midfielder Mohamed El Arouch, on a deal running until 2025. The French youth international notably opened the scoring in Saturday’s Coupe Gambardella (French youth cup) final against Caen, before going on to score the winning penalty to lift the title. The midfielder had signed his…
Former France striker Tony Vairelles sentenced to three years of prison
L’Équipe report this morning that former France international striker Tony Vairelles has been sentenced to three years of prison for armed violence. The former Lens and Lyon striker was on trial with his three brothers over an incident in 2011 outside a nightclub in Nancy, having been charged with opening fire and injuring three security guards.…
Official | Kylian Mbappé renews contract with PSG
Kylian Mbappé has tonight announced that he has decided to stay at Paris Saint-Germain, signing a contract renewal until 2025 which puts an end to a year-long transfer saga as he snubs Real Madrid. The forward, who had pushed for a move to the Spanish team last summer, reportedly had an agreement in place with…
Leipzig’s Christopher Nkunku on transfer interest: “It’s flattering.”
In an interview with Téléfoot broadcast this morning, France midfielder Christopher Nkunku notably discussed his future following an impressive 20-goal season with Leipzig. The former Paris Saint-Germain man is under contract with the Bundesliga side until 2024, and has been linked with a move away, notably back to his formative club. Nkunku notably notched his first…
Zinedine Ferhat rejects Saint-Etienne
As reported by L’Équipe, Nîmes’ soon-to-be out of contract attacking midfielder Zinedine Ferhat has rejected the chance to sign for recently relegated Saint-Etienne this summer. Having impressed in Ligue 1 after signing from Le Havre, the Algerian has floundered in Ligue 2 this season after Nîmes’ relegation, due to injuries and a desire to leave.…
Alexandre Lacazette takes pay cut “for love of the club.”
Speaking during a press conference where he was unveiled as Lyon’s latest recruit, Alexandre Lacazette (31) revealed that he accepted a pay cut to return to his formative club. Click Here: Paris Saint-Germain FC Jersey Sale He said, “My love for the club was enough (for me to take a pay cut). The project is…
Wallaroos looking to create legacy with England victory
Sunday's game might be the toughest in Wallaroos history. It might also be its most important.The Wallaroos understand the task at hand and what awaits them in Auckland.The Red Roses are in the process of creating a legacy and have been an unstoppable force for the best past of the last half-decade as they break…