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News

/ 20 days ago

Real Madrid eye surprising move for Kylian Mbappe's former France teammate, he could become star's alternative

In a development that has caught many soccer fans off guard, Real Madrid are reportedly pursuing the signing of a former national teammate of Kylian Mbappe to bolster their attacking line during the January transfer window.

News

/ 104 days ago

American midfielder Tessmann joins Ligue 1's Olympique Lyon

Tanner Tessmann, the Birmingham, AL, native who recently helped Venezia secure Serie A promotion, is on his way to Olympique Lyon. The midfielder has joined the Ligue 1 outfit on a permanent deal with the French campaign already underway. There is no indication as to how much Lyon paid to acquire Tessmann. However, the move […]

News

/ 107 days ago

Everton's potential US owner Textor refutes L'Equipe story

According to a report in L'Equipe on Thursday, Olympique Lyonnais' American owner John Textor was scrambling to raise $112 million through player sales to comply with financial regulations from the French soccer regulatory body, the DNCG. Textor refuted the report, telling Reuters, "We do not have sales targets, and we are not required to sell […]

News

/ 165 days ago

Atlanta's second-highest exit: Almada set for Europe via Botafogo

Thiago Almada, the 23-year-old Argentine attacking midfielder, has become a focal point in the transfer market in Europe following his impressive stint at Atlanta United and his participation in Argentina's World Cup-winning squad in 2022. The buzz around Almada hasn't only attracted the attention of clubs across South America but also of prestigious European teams. […]

News

/ 169 days ago

Stunning Europe move looms for Atlanta second-leading scorer

Thiago Almada, the Argentine midfielder who has been dazzling fans in MLS, is on the cusp of a significant career move. The 2022 World Cup winner is the subject of a $20 million bid from Eagle Football Group, the ownership consortium of Crystal Palace, Lyon, and Botafogo. This transfer could see Almada leaving Atlanta for […]

Benzema

/ 320 days ago

Major setback for Premier League as Benzema nears Saudi exit

In a major setback for Premier League clubs, Karim Benzema is nearing a transfer away from Saudi Arabia. Somewhat unexpectedly, Benzema departed Real Madrid for the Saudi Pro League last summer. Nonetheless, his experience in the Middle East has been nothing short of unpleasant. Even with 12 goals for Al-Ittihad, the 2022 Ballon d’Or winner […]

benfica

/ 353 days ago

The 15+ clubs in support of the European Super League: Reports

There has been plenty of discussion and contrasting support for the European Super League (ESL) over the last two days. The breakaway division won a massive court case against FIFA and UEFA on Thursday which could pave the path to its recreation. ESL organizers previously attempted to form a new league in 2021 featuring the […]

Leagues: Ligue Un

/ 369 days ago

Lyon faces Ligue 1 relegation thanks to Taylor Swift

An already difficult scenario for Lyon in Ligue 1 might get much more complicated as they face a serious battle away from the field. Lyon has found one win in its 13 league games this season. The club is in a precarious position at the foot of the Ligue 1 standings. The seven-time league winners […]

Botafogo

/ 397 days ago

US entrepreneur banned for 30 days for Botafogo outburst

Brazilian soccer authorities have banned American businessman John Textor for 30 days due to recent comments during an epic pitchside rant. Textor, 58, currently owns a stake in many soccer clubs around the globe, including Brazilian side Botafogo. The American was fuming after his club's 4-3 defeat against Palmeiras on Nov. 1. Botafogo held a […]

France

/ 406 days ago

Ligue 1 postpones game after Lyon manager injured by rival fans

Fabio Grosso, the manager of Lyon, sustained a serious injury before his club was supposed to play Marseille in a Ligue 1 game. While the Lyon bus departed for the stadium in South France, Marseille supporters launched rocks at the Lyon team coach. Those rocks broke the window of the bus and collided with Fabio […]

Laurent Blanc

/ 455 days ago

Lyon, bottom of Ligue 1, sacks manager Laurent Blanch

Lyon dismissed manager Laurent Blanc following a disastrous start to the 2023/24 Ligue 1 campaign. Jean-François Vulliez is taking over as interim manager until Lyon can lock in a full-time manager. The club is bottom of the Ligue 1 table following a 4-1 thrashing at the hands of PSG just before the September international break. […]

Chelsea

/ 459 days ago

Ex-Chelsea boss Graham Potter offered new job, reply revealed

Following his departure from Chelsea last year, Graham Potter was widely expected to find a new management position. After leading the Blues for just seven months, Chelsea sacked the Englishman with the club struggling for results. Graham Potter floated as an idea to replace current Lyon boss Laurent Blanc. Blanc is under mounting pressure due […]

Leagues: Ligue Un

/ 498 days ago

Lyon TV Schedule for US viewers

Our Lyon TV schedule has all the details on how you can watch one of France's top clubs. Olympique Lyonnais are relatively young by European club standards, getting their start in 1950. But they've managed to amass a respectable number of honors over their history. Lyon TV Schedule and Streaming Links Lyon on TV and […]

Leagues: Ligue Un

/ 498 days ago

Lyon TV Schedule for US viewers

Lyon TV Schedule and Streaming Links Our Lyon TV schedule has all the details on how you can watch one of France's top clubs. Olympique Lyonnais are relatively young by European club standards, getting their start in 1950. But they've managed to amass a respectable number of honors over their history. Founded: 1950Stadium: Parc Olympique […]

Leagues: Ligue Un

/ 498 days ago

Lyon TV Schedule for US viewers

Our Lyon TV schedule has all the details on how you can watch one of France's top clubs. Olympique Lyonnais are relatively young by European club standards, getting their start in 1950. But they've managed to amass a respectable number of honors over their history. Lyon TV Schedule and Streaming Links Lyon on TV and […]