Four Premier League stars make Europe’s best XI for August
by Dan Worth
at Wednesday, Sep 6 2023 14:37
The first month of the season is complete and as we pause for the International break, we take a look at the top performing XI from Europe’s top five leagues in August.Yvon Mvogo (Lorient) – 7.85Only Nice (2) and PSG (3) conceded fewer goals than Lorient in Ligue 1 and as a result, Yvon ...
Five key facts Chelsea fans need to know about Elye Wahi
by Ben McAleer
at Monday, Jul 10 2023 12:10
In Chelsea's pursuit of a new striker, the Blues have reportedly turned their attention to Montpellier youngster Elye Wahi. The 20-year-old netted 19 times in Ligue 1 last season as Montpellier finished 12th in France's top tier. Even with the additions of Christopher Nkunku and Nicolas Jackson from...
Messi and Mbappe lead Ligue 1 Team of the Season
by Ben McAleer
at Sunday, Jun 4 2023 10:35
The 2022/23 Ligue 1 season drew to a close on Saturday with PSG once again finishing top of the pile in France's top tier. The champions have two players make the WhoScored team of the season, while Monaco, Reims, Nantes, Nice, Rennes, Lorient, Montpellier and Lille are also represented.Yehvann Diou...
Former Manchester City goalkeeper denies PSG clean sweep
by Ben McAleer
at Tuesday, Mar 3 2020 17:07
Geronimo Rulli made four league appearances for Montpellier in February and featured in the Ligue 1 team of the week after all four outings. The Argentine has been in sensational form between the sticks for this top-four chasing Montpellier side following his loan arrival from LaLiga outfit Real Soc...
Liverpool's nemesis features in European team of the week
by Ben McAleer
at Monday, Mar 2 2020 13:28
Liverpool's unbeaten streak came to an end at Watford on Saturday as Ismaila Sarr put in his best rated Premier League performance for the Hornets. However, his rating was overshadowed by strike pair Kylian Mbappe and Josip Ilicic, who each earned perfect 10 ratings for PSG and Atalanta, respectivel...
Neymar continues to outperform Messi as PSG sensation excels in January
by Ben McAleer
at Monday, Feb 3 2020 17:04
It's feasible to suggest that Neymar is in the form of his life. PSG head coach Thomas Tuchel has struck the right balance with his setup that allows the Brazilian to thrive alongside the likes of Angel Di Maria and Kylian Mbappe. Normally, opponents would expose the lack of protection to the defenc...
Ligue 1 champions PSG dominate October team of the month
by Ben McAleer
at Monday, Nov 4 2019 15:15
Champions PSG won all three league games in October, scoring 12 times in the process, and dominate the Ligue 1 October best XI.Goalkeeper: Alfred Gomis (Dijon) - 8.06 ratingFeaturing between the sticks is Dijon goalkeeper Alfred Gomis, who has impressed following his summer arrival from SPAL. Indeed...
Inter climb team form rankings to ramp up pressure on Juventus in Serie A
by Josh Wright
at Tuesday, Nov 6 2018 15:05
Inter manager Luciano Spalletti laughed off suggestions from Juventus boss Max Allegri that the Nerazzurri are favourites to win Serie A this season but there is no denying their improved performances in recent weeks. Juventus have looked far from convincing in the league, whereas Inter have destroy...