NewsMay 13, 10:13 AM
Julien Lopez to Leave Paris FC: 9 Years, 261 Matches, 31
34-year-old Julien Lopez announces end of 9-year Paris FC stay after injury-hit season; leaves as 4th all-time scorer (31 goals) & 3rd most apps (261).
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Julien Lopez Exits Paris FC: 261 Games, 31 Goals in 9 Years
Julien Lopez, Paris FC's fourth all-time scorer, will leave this summer after nine years and 261 appearances. Injuries limited him to seven games this season.
NewsMay 13, 04:52 AM
Why Lens-PSG is a Hollow Spectacle: The Costly Delay
Rescheduled from April 11 to a weeknight a month later, the RC Lens vs PSG clash lost its title-race intensity after LFP prioritized PSG's Champions League
NewsMay 13, 04:30 AM
PSG on Brink of Title at Lens: A Celebration Without Stakes
PSG need only a point at Lens to clinch a fifth consecutive Ligue 1 crown after the match was postponed, removing all stakes from the clash.
NewsMay 13, 04:12 AM
Why Lens's Ligue 1 Title Bid Collapsed: Key Factors
Lens's Ligue 1 title bid collapsed after a postponed PSG match and a 2-0 lead lost to Monaco, causing a points-per-game drop from 2.36 to 1.5.
NewsMay 12, 10:42 PM
PSG vs Lens: What a Draw Means for Ligue 1 Title Tonight
PSG need only a draw at Lens in their rescheduled match to clinch a 14th Ligue 1 title. Luis Enrique's side leads by six points with two games left after
NewsMay 12, 09:45 PM
Why French Football Reform Vote May Miss Summer Deadline
French football's governance reform vote postponed from May 18 with no confirmed date before summer, amid legislative gridlock and club divisions over
NewsMay 12, 08:35 PM
Why Rodez's 2026 Playoff Run Could Mean Ligue 1 Windfall
Rodez, with €7.7M budget (16th in L2), needs one win to face PSG after 3-2 at Red Star. Unbeaten since Nov., the club eyes historic promotion.
NewsMay 12, 08:07 PM
Why France U17's Euro Squad is Loaded: 3 Young Pros to Watch
France U17's 20-man Euro squad (May 25-June 7 in Estonia) includes pros Munongo, Boly, Batola, and Traoré, a Monaco target. A new golden generation?
NewsMay 12, 07:33 PM
Why Ramos and Lee's PSG Futures Are on the Line This Week
Lee Kang-in out injured as PSG face Lens; Goncalo Ramos eyes chance to impress amid Julian Alvarez transfer pursuit and Atletico Madrid's interest.
NewsMay 12, 07:07 PM
Nice 16th Place Would Delay L1-L2 Playoff to May 26-30
If OGC Nice finishes 16th in Ligue 1, the promotion/relegation playoff will shift from May 21-24 to May 26-29/30 due to their Coupe de France final against Lens
NewsMay 12, 05:53 PM
PSG's 2026 Title Party at Parc Des Princes Denied by Police
PSG's planned 2026 Ligue 1 title celebration at Parc des Princes was denied by police due to late-night safety concerns, postponing fan festivities.
NewsMay 12, 03:40 PM
Pierre Sage: Lens No Youth Protest vs PSG, Eyes Final Prep
Pierre Sage rules out fielding Lens youth in protest against PSG, vows strong lineup to prepare for Coupe de France final vs Nice. Match was postponed from
NewsMay 12, 06:20 AM
Why Pocognoli's Future at Monaco is Uncertain
Monaco's season considered a failure; coach Sébastien Pocognoli's future uncertain despite mitigating circumstances like injury epidemic. No extension talks
NewsMay 12, 05:10 AM
Pierre Sage: Ligue 1's Best Coach After Lens Miracle
Pierre Sage, fired by OL in Jan 2025, has been elected Ligue 1's best coach after leading Lens to a stunning 2nd-place finish and a Coupe de France final.
NewsMay 11, 10:12 PM
Dembélé: 'I Still Have Hunger' After UNFP Repeat
Ousmane Dembélé wins back-to-back UNFP Ligue 1 Best Player trophies, teases Vitinha, and declares 'I still have hunger' ahead of CL final and World Cup.
NewsMay 11, 10:07 PM
Dembélé Wins 2nd Straight Ligue 1 POTY: 10 Goals, 6 Assists
Ousmane Dembélé wins UNFP Ligue 1 Player of the Year for second straight year despite only 9 starts. He had 10 goals, 6 assists, and won best goal.
NewsMay 11, 09:49 PM
Pierre Sage backs Habib Beye: Why solidarity matters
Lens coach Pierre Sage, winner of UNFP best Ligue 1 coach, shows support for OM's embattled Habib Beye, his former assistant colleague at Red Star.
NewsMay 11, 09:33 PM
Pierre Sage wins Coach of Year: 'Reward comes fast'
Pierre Sage won Ligue 1 Best Coach at UNFP Trophies, ahead of Luis Enrique. He says the honor arrives early in his career (93 matches) but values the work of
NewsMay 11, 08:47 PM
Dembélé Retains UNFP Best Player: 2025 Ligue 1 Award
Ousmane Dembélé wins UNFP Ligue 1 Player of the Year again in 2025, beating PSG teammates Nuno Mendes and Vitinha, with 10 goals and 6 assists in just 960