ALL POSTS TAGGED "Ligue 1" - Page 3
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/ 119 days agoLiverpool's US owners send French giants down to third level
The past season, several historically significant clubs with domestic success and Champions League experience found themselves battling relegation. The 2023-24 campaign saw these teams, once giants in their respective leagues, struggle to maintain their status. The situation had been particularly dire for Bordeaux, a club with a rich history in French soccer. Once a dominant […]
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/ 120 days agoLigue 1 TV deal in France is a grim warning to rest of Europe
After a winding, five-year road that saw record highs and record lows, Ligue 1 has finally found at least a sense of stability. The LFP, the body that governs France's professional leagues, reached a $546 million deal with DAZN for the league's domestic TV rights deal. The deal followed months of uncertainty, with several clubs' […]
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/ 122 days agoCloser to PSG? Napoli leave Osimhen out of preseason friendly
Victor Osimhen's absence from Napoli’s lineup during their recent friendly win against Mantova clearly indicates that his transfer to Paris Saint-Germain is nearing completion. Despite resuming regular training, Osimhen was notably missing from the squad, fueling speculation about his imminent move. This development comes as Napoli and PSG are reportedly negotiating the terms of the […]
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/ 124 days agoBlueCo picks new Strasbourg head coach after firing Vieira
French side Strasbourg has reportedly identified their next head coach. The Ligue 1 club recently parted ways with Patrick Vieira after just one season. The former Arsenal star arrived last summer in an attempt to bring stability to the team. Strasbourg went through three different managers throughout the 2022/23 campaign. Vieira managed to keep the […]
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/ 124 days agoVieira leaves Strasbourg after criticizing Boehly's project
Patrick Vieira is no longer the head coach of Strasbourg after just one season at the helm of the French club. The former Arsenal and France midfielder joined the club, majority-owned by Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital, following his departure from Crystal Palace. Despite a promising start, his tenure failed to produce the desired transformation […]
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/ 126 days agoReal Madrid fails in Leny Yoro move as Lille stands their ground
French side Lille forced Leny Yoro to Manchester United despite the defender's hopes. The 18-year-old defender was set to enter his last season under contract at the Ligue 1 club. As a result of stalled contract extension negotiations, Lille slapped a massive $65 million price tag on their starlet. The Red Devils jumped at the […]
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/ 128 days agoDecision reached in $546 million deal for Ligue 1 rights in France
The ongoing pursuit of a domestic Ligue 1 TV rights holder in France has come to a close with two familiar broadcasters. DAZN and beIN SPORTS will combine to broadcast every game of the Ligue 1 season for viewers in France. The deal was completed just weeks before the Ligue 1 season begins. Kickoff for […]
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/ 135 days agoMarseille fans fume at club for targeting Greenwood deal
Marseille have jumped up into the driver's seat in a deal to potentially sign Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood. Fabrizio Romano is claiming that the French side has officially offered the Red Devils about $32 million for the attacker. United's willingness to work with Marseille essentially hinges on a substantial sell-on fee. This particular stipulation […]
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/ 135 days agoLigue 1 clubs face bankruptcy without a new broadcast deal
Several Ligue 1 clubs are facing bankruptcy due to the league's unfinished broadcast deal in France. Teams such as Lens, who finished second in Ligue 1 in the 2022/23 season, and eight-time league winners Nantes, could all close their doors depending on the league's indecisiveness, per a report from L'Equipe. The LFP, the body that […]
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/ 147 days agoAtlanta'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. […]
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/ 152 days agoMbappe's turbulent PSG exit: Legal and financial battle looms
Real Madrid officially confirmed the signing of Kylian Mbappe from PSG earlier this month. Once the 25-year-old striker's run at the 2024 European Championship is over, he will sign with the La Liga winners. Mbappe joined Paris Saint-Germain in 2017 and has since won every domestic title available, except the UEFA Champions League. Despite the […]
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/ 152 days agoPSG bid to make Vinicius top earner: What did Madrid star say?
In a dramatic turn of events this summer, PSG attempted to lure Real Madrid's star Vinicius with a staggering financial package. However, the Brazilian sensation stood firm in his commitment to Los Blancos. He allegedly rejected a deal that would have made him one of the highest-paid players in the world. PSG's pursuit of Vinicius […]
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/ 154 days agoUnited deal for elite defender blocked by UEFA
Manchester United's pursuit of signing a new defender has hit a major snag. United have been linked with a move for Nice center-back Jean-Clair Todibo for some time now. The Frenchman was recently left off of his nation's Euro 2024 squad by manager Didier Deschamps. Nevertheless, the 24-year-old star faced stiff competition at the position […]
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/ 159 days agoUnited target's sell-on clause sets Barca up for cash bonanza
Due to a sell-on clause, Barca could be set for a significant financial boost if Manchester United target, Jean-Clair Todibo, earns a summer transfer. Todibo, who joined Barcelona in January 2019, was once heralded as one of the most promising young defenders in France. However, injuries and managerial upheavals marred his time in Spain, preventing […]
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/ 159 days agoHint of jab at Barca, Xavi: Dembele explains rise in form for PSG
Former Barcelona forward Ousmane Dembele has expressed his dissatisfaction with his time at the Catalan club. In addition to this, he has drawn comparisons with his experience at Paris Saint-Germain, where he now appears much more settled. As he prepares for Euro 2024 with the French national team, Dembele's remarks highlight the differences in his […]