In a press conference covering Lyon’s financial results, club president Jean-Michel Aulas notably answered questions regarding the future of young midfielder Maxence Caqueret. His words transcribed in RMC Sport, the Aulas was speaking in the wake of the 22-year-old’s comments earlier this week indicating that he did not know whether he would be at OL next…
L’Équipe report that Qarabağ, the Azeri team Marseille face in the Europa League round of 32, will be allowed to travel to France for Thursday’s first leg as a result of changes in the country’s vaccine policy. Previously, athletes inoculated with a vaccine not recognised by France – in this case, the Russian Sputnik V –…
Following his impressive performance against Paris Saint-Germain in last night’s Champions League match, in which he saved a penalty from Lionel Messi, Belgian goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois spoke to RMC Sport. “I studied it, he had missed once with Barca (against Atlético) but it hit the bar and it seems to me that he had missed one…
Nantes goalkeeper Alban Lafont has become only the third goalkeeper to receive a 10/10 rating from L’Équipe following his exceptional performance in his team’s 3-1 win over Paris Saint-Germain last night. The 23-year-old, who made eight saves and kept Neymar out from the penalty spot, is only the 13th player in total to be awarded the…
As reported by Ignazio Genuardi, PSG are keeping tabs on Antonio Conte’s situation at Tottenham after the Italian coach suggested he could leave the London club earlier this week. With Mauricio Pochettino reportedly telling those around him he plans on leaving Paris this summer, Zinedine Zidane is PSG’s main target to replace Pochettino but signing…
Harlequins head coach Tabai Matson did not hide his frustration after his side fell to a 39-31 defeat to the Sharks in their Champions Cup opener on Saturday. The Sharks went down to 14 men when prop Ox Nche was given his marching orders after a high tackle in the 60th minute, but the South…
In speaking to Nice-Martin, OGC Nice striker Amine Gouiri talked about life in Nice, his style of play, his future at the club and his coach’s frustrations over his supposed lack of defensive work earlier this season. On that topic, Gouiri said: “After the Strasbourg defeat, [the coach, Christophe Galtier] made me understand that I…
Foot Mercato report this morning that Paris Saint-Germain centre-back Sergio Ramos has attracted interest from MLS side LA Galaxy. The Spaniard, who has had a turbulent injury-marred start to his time in Paris so far, making only five appearances since his move from Real Madrid on a free transfer this summer. The World Cup winner is…
In his interview this afternoon with RMC Sport, Paris Saint-Germain captain Marquinhos notably discussed Kylian Mbappé’s contract renewal situation. Uncertainty has reigned over the French forward’s future, with his contract expiring at the end of the season. The Brazilian defender praised his teammate – calling him the best player in the world “right now” – and…
Speaking before his Saint-Étienne side’s trip to Metz, coach Pascal Dupraz discussed his reputation and the likelihood he stays with Les Verts should the team stay in Ligue 1 this season. Dupraz said he felt fortunate to be coaching such a historic club: “I’m overrated. To coach Saint-Étienne, you have to be highly rated… I’m…