WORLD CUP: Time for Deschamps' talented France to win trophy PARIS: France has options, too many perhaps. Especially up front where the dilemma is who to leave out at the World Cup. And that's without Real Madrid forward Karim Benzema, a four-time Champions League winner once again overlooked by coach... 13 Jun, 2018
Griezmann owed it to coach Simeone to win Europa League LYON: Striker Antoine Griezmann figured he owed it to coach Diego Simeone to win the Europa League with Atletico Madrid. He did so in style, scoring two expertly-taken goals as Atletico won the trophy for the third time with a 3-0 victory... 17 May, 2018
Payet sets up Marseille to beat Salzburg 2-0 in Europa semis MARSEILLE: Dimitri Payet looked back to his best after setting up both goals as Marseille beat Salzburg 2-0 in the first leg of their Europa League semi-final on Thursday. Winger Florian Thauvin headed in Payet's curling free kick deep to the... 27 Apr, 2018
Alves sends PSG 17 points clear in Ligue 1 PARIS: Brazilian defender Dani Alves struck late to give Paris St Germain a 2-1 victory at Nice on Sunday as they extended their lead at the top of Ligue 1 to a massive 17 points. The kickoff was brought forward to 1200GMT to ensure maximum... 19 Mar, 2018
FRENCH LEAGUE 2017-18: 5 teams to watch out for this season PARIS: Five teams to keep an eye on in the new French league season which starts this weekend. Paris Saint-Germain A year ago, PSG lost Zlatan Ibrahimovic and made some bad moves on the transfer market. The club ended up relinquishing its... 03 Aug, 2017
Teen winger Kylian Mbappe receives 1st France call-up PARIS: Teenage forward Kylian Mbappe has been rewarded for his scintillating club performances with Monaco with his first call up to France's national team. The 18-year-old Mbappe, whose speed and skills have led to comparisons with France great... 17 Mar, 2017
Vardy strike offers hope to embattled Leicester despite defeat by Sevilla Sevilla beat Leicester 2-1 in last-16 first leg Correa had penalty saved by Schmeichel at 0-0 Sarabia headed hosts in front in the 25th minute Correa doubled Sevilla's advantage in the 62nd Vardy hit his first goal in the Champions... 23 Feb, 2017
Sevilla's upgraded defence key to Champions League success MADRID: Sevilla's much-improved defense will be vital in its attempt to finally succeed in the Champions League. The team coached by Jorge Sampaoli has displayed the offensive prowess already expected from his squads, but it's also starting to... 21 Feb, 2017
Sevilla lose ground after home draw with Villarreal MADRID: A wasted penalty. A goal disallowed for offside. An inspired goalkeeper. It all led to another disappointing setback for Sevilla, which was held by Villarreal to a 0-0 draw at home on Sunday and missed a chance to move closer to the Spanish... 06 Feb, 2017
Mueller to lead German line, France unchanged MARSEILLE: Thomas Mueller will lead Germany's attack in Thursday's Euro 2016 semi-final against France as coach Joachim Loew made three changes while France named the same team that beat Iceland in the last eight. Mueller has yet to score in the... 08 Jul, 2016
Wounded Germany face confident France EVIAN: Germany coach Joachim Loew has been forced to make changes to his team for Thursday’s semi-final against hosts France at Euro 2016 because of injuries and a suspension, including replacing key goalscorer Mario Gomez. Gomez, whose two... 07 Jul, 2016
Germany forced to make key changes for semi-final EVIAN: Germany coach Joachim Loew has been forced to make changes to his team for Thursday's semi-final against hosts France at Euro 2016 because of injuries and a suspension, including replacing key goalscorer Mario Gomez. Gomez, whose two... 06 Jul, 2016
