Paris Saint-Germain extended their Ligue 1 lead to 10 points with a thrilling 4-2 victory over AS Monaco at Stade Louis II on Sunday night, thanks to a second-half brace from Ousmane Dembele
Despite their domestic successes, both sides have struggled in Europe’s elite competition, with Atletico suffering back-to-back defeats against Benfica and Lille, while PSG’s only win so far came on Matchday 1 against Girona
The team's recent 1-1 draw against PSV Eindhoven at home has raised concerns over familiar defensive vulnerabilities, as they no longer boast the star power of players like Kylian Mbappé and Neymar to clinch tightly contested games
PSG coach Luis Enrique revealed that the 27-year-old winger was left out due to disciplinary reasons, following reports of a heated exchange between the player and the manager after the team’s 3-1 victory over Rennes last Friday
After suffering a narrow 3-2 defeat at the Parc des Princes in the first leg, PSG rebounded spectacularly in the second leg, securing a 4-1 victory to eliminate the La Liga giants from the tournament
Despite the result, PSG manager Luis Enrique was cautious about reading too much into the victory, citing the complexities and uncertainties of the Champions League's new league-phase format
Bayern Munich, a perennial powerhouse, has consistently been a strong contender in the competition, while Manchester City, the defending champions, defeated PSG in the 2021 semi-finals
The dispute has led to a formal referral of the case to the Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP) legal committee, with both parties meeting for a two-hour hearing on Wednesday. The LFP has suggested mediation as a possible resolution, but this proposal has met resistance from Mbappé’s representatives
Mbappe, despite his undeniable talent, has not been immune to the team's struggles. His only goal this season came during the UEFA Super Cup—far from the desired impact in La Liga, where he is yet to score
The unpaid amount reportedly includes the final installment of a signing bonus worth €36 million gross, which was due in February, as well as his wages for the final three months of his contract—April, May, and June
After seven prolific seasons with PSG, where Mbappé cemented his status as a global superstar, he opted not to renew his contract, making him one of the most coveted free agents in football history
Despite fervent anticipation surrounding Mbappé's potential move to the Spanish giants, PSG has chosen to remain tight-lipped regarding the rationale behind his exclusion from the matchday squad
Mbappe, in his pursuit of a breakthrough, saw his efforts denied by the crossbar, with Vitinha echoing the sentiment by rattling the woodwork yet again. Dortmund's resilience showcased a defensive masterclass
At 5 am on a brisk December morning, the Bonoron stand was already a hive of activity at Rungis, Europe’s largest wholesale market. Under powerful lights and in the chilly 3°C air, the scent of fresh fir trees mingled with the hum of chainsaws
The recruits, aged 18 to 22, advance cautiously through trenches with blank ammunition and light blue training grenades. Under the sharp eyes of Lieutenant Melchior, a 28-year-old squad leader, the soldiers practice essential tactics, including bunker assaults and grenade deployment
The reactor, now the most powerful in the country, began supplying electricity to French households at 11:48 a.m. local time (1048 GMT), according to a statement by EDF CEO Luc Rémont. President Emmanuel Macron celebrated the achievement, describing it as a "great moment for the country" on X
The announcement was made during a high-profile meeting in Tirana attended by teachers, parents, and psychologists. Rama referred to TikTok as "the neighborhood bandit," signaling his belief that the platform fosters harmful behavior among young people
The cyclone struck Mayotte on Saturday, bringing ferocious winds, torrential rain, and massive waves. Entire neighborhoods have been reduced to rubble, with makeshift slums, known locally as “bangas,” proving no match for the storm’s fury
