Lesley Ugochukwu in action for Rennes in February 2023
Who is soon-to-be Chelsea midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu?
Sports Mole provides an in-depth analysis of soon-to-be Chelsea man Lesley Ugochukwu ahead of his £23.2m transfer to Stamford Bridge.
Jul 30, 07:19
Crystal Palace's Michael Olise reacts on April 25, 2023
Manchester City to rival Chelsea for Crystal Palace star Michael Olise?
Manchester City are reportedly in the race to sign Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise, with Chelsea also interested in recruiting the France Under-21 international.
Jul 27, 22:49
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti looks dejected on April 8, 2023
Real Madrid 'shortlist four ex-players as possible Carlo Ancelotti replacements'
Real Madrid reportedly shortlist four former players as possible replacements for head coach Carlo Ancelotti, who will take charge of Brazil next year.
Jul 10, 14:48
Khephren Thuram for Nice in November 2022
Liverpool forced to wait until 2024 for Khephren Thuram signing?
Nice reportedly want to keep Liverpool target Khephren Thuram at the club for another season, with discussions over the midfielder's future set to resume next month.
Jun 26, 23:41
France's Marcus Thuram pictured on December 18, 2022
Marcus Thuram 'turns down Paris Saint-Germain move'
Borussia Monchengladbach striker Marcus Thuram reportedly turns down the chance to sign for Paris Saint-Germain on a free transfer this summer.
Jun 23, 09:40
Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring for France on June 19, 2023
Kylian Mbappe breaks France goalscoring record in Greece win
Kylian Mbappe becomes the highest-scoring Frenchman for club and country in a single season as Les Bleus defeat Greece 1-0 in Euro 2024 qualifying Group B.
Jun 19, 21:12
Spain boss Luis Enrique pictured at the World Cup on December 1, 2022
Paris Saint-Germain 'closing in on Luis Enrique appointment'
Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly closing in on the appointment of former Spain and Barcelona manager Luis Enrique as their new head coach.
Jun 18, 13:14
Republic of Ireland's Evan Ferguson celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates on March 22, 2023
Preview:Republic of Ireland vs. Gibraltar - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's Euro Champ Qualifying clash between Republic of Ireland and Gibraltar, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 17, 10:34
Mike Maignan warms up for AC Milan in September 2022
How France could line up against Greece
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how France could line up for Monday's Euro 2024 qualifying Group B clash with Greece.
Jun 17, 09:46
France coach Didier Deschamps reacts on March 24, 2023
Preview:France vs. Greece - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's Euro Champ Qualifying clash between France and Greece, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 17, 09:37
Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring on April 21, 2023
Kylian Mbappe reaffirms commitment to Paris Saint-Germain despite contract decision
Paris Saint-Germain attacker Kylian Mbappe reaffirms his commitment to the French champions despite his refusal to extend his contract beyond 2024.
Jun 16, 09:52
France's Adrien Rabiot pictured training on December 2, 2022
How France could line up against Gibraltar
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how France could line up for Friday's Euro 2024 qualifier against Gibraltar.
Jun 14, 16:18
Benjamin Pavard celebrates scoring for France on March 27, 2023
Preview:Gibraltar vs. France - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Euro Champ Qualifying clash between Gibraltar and France, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 14, 16:09
Zinedine Zidane pictured at the Ballon d'Or awards in October 2022
Zinedine Zidane 'turns down Paris Saint-Germain approach'
Ex-Real Madrid head coach Zinedine Zidane reportedly turns down the opportunity to replace Christophe Galtier as Paris Saint-Germain's new manager.
Jun 8, 22:59
Axel Disasi celebrates scoring for Monaco on October 6, 2022
Manchester United closing in on Axel Disasi move?
Manchester United are reportedly closing in on completing the signing of Monaco defender Axel Disasi.
Jun 7, 22:22
Bradley Barcola warms up for Lyon in September 2021
Liverpool 'keeping tabs on Lyon's Bradley Barcola'
Liverpool are reportedly among the clubs keeping an eye on 20-year-old Lyon attacker Bradley Barcola, who has seven goals and four assists under his belt this season.
Apr 16, 12:44
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) coach Christophe Galtier looks dejected after the match on February 11, 2023
Christophe Galtier 'given two games to save Paris Saint-Germain job'
Paris Saint-Germain manager Christophe Galtier is reportedly given two games to save his job by the French champions in the wake of back-to-back home defeats.
Apr 4, 08:31
Zinedine Zidane pictured at the Ballon d'Or awards in October 2022
Tottenham Hotspur to consider approach for Zinedine Zidane?
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly considering whether to make an approach for former Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane.
Mar 29, 17:07
Benjamin Pavard celebrates scoring for France on March 27, 2023
Benjamin Pavard stunner edges France past spirited Republic of Ireland
Benjamin Pavard's sensational strike propels France to a 1-0 win over a spirited Republic of Ireland side in Euro 2024 qualifying Group B.
Mar 27, 20:37
France's Dayot Upamecano celebrates scoring their second goal with Kylian Mbappe and Randal Kolo Muani on March 24, 2023
How France could line up against the Republic of Ireland
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how France could line up for Monday's Euro 2024 qualifying Group B clash with the Republic of Ireland.
Mar 25, 07:45
France's Antoine Griezmann celebrates scoring their first goal with Kingsley Coman on March 24, 2023
Preview:Republic of Ireland vs. France - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's Euro Champ Qualifying clash between Republic of Ireland and France, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 25, 07:37
France's Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring their third goal on March 24, 2023
Kylian Mbappe nets brace as formidable France cruise past Netherlands
Captain Kylian Mbappe scores twice as France cruise to a 4-0 victory over the Netherlands in their opening Euro 2024 qualifier.
Mar 24, 21:41
France's Kylian Mbappe applauds fans after the match on November 22, 2022
How France could line up against the Netherlands
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how France could line up for Friday's Euro 2024 qualifier with the Netherlands.
Mar 22, 16:00
Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring for France against Argentina on December 18, 2022
Preview:France vs. Netherlands - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Euro Champ Qualifying clash between France and Netherlands, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 22, 15:49
Paris Saint-Germain's (PSG) Kylian Mbappe reacts on March 19, 2023
Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe confirmed as new France captain
France manager Didier Deschamps confirms that Kylian Mbappe has replaced Hugo Lloris as Les Bleus' new captain, while Antoine Griezmann is appointed vice-captain.
Mar 21, 16:38
Arsenal's William Saliba goes down injured on March 16, 2023
William Saliba, Wesley Fofana withdraw from France squad
Arsenal's William Saliba and Chelsea's Wesley Fofana withdraw from the France squad due to injury, as Jean-Clair Todibo and Axel Disasi replace the pair.
Mar 19, 17:48
Juventus' Paul Pogba is seen before the match on March 9, 2023
Juventus chief provides update on Paul Pogba future
Juventus chief football officer Francesco Calvo insists that the Italian giants are not looking to offload midfielder Paul Pogba.
Mar 16, 23:40
Chelsea's Wesley Fofana celebrates scoring against Leeds United on March 4, 2023
Wesley Fofana earns first senior France call-up for Euro 2024 qualifiers
Wesley Fofana, Khephren Thuram and Brice Samba earn their maiden call-ups for the senior France team for their upcoming Euro 2024 qualifiers.
Mar 16, 13:35
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) coach Christophe Galtier looks dejected after the match on February 11, 2023
Paris Saint-Germain 'to stick with Christophe Galtier for rest of season'
Paris Saint-Germain reportedly do not plan to sack Christophe Galtier before the end of the season, but he is losing the respect of the club's hierarchy.
Mar 10, 10:21
Paris Saint-Germain's (PSG) Presnel Kimpembe is brought off the pitch after sustaining an injury as Kylian Mbappe looks on on February 26, 2023
PSG's Presnel Kimpembe to miss rest of season with torn Achilles
Paris Saint-Germain centre-back Presnel Kimpembe is ruled out for the remainder of the season with a torn Achilles tendon.
Feb 27, 09:16
Argentina's Lionel Messi kisses the World Cup trophy after collecting the Golden Ball award on December 18, 2022
Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, Karim Benzema named as finalists for The Best award
Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Karim Benzema make the final three for The Best FIFA Men's Player award, while England's Beth Mead is among the candidates for the women's award.
Feb 10, 16:28
Raphael Varane in action for France on December 14, 2022
Raphael Varane explains decision to retire from France duty
Manchester United centre-back Raphael Varane explains his decision to retire from France duty at the age of 29.
Feb 4, 16:18
Zinedine Zidane pictured at the Ballon d'Or awards in October 2022
Zinedine Zidane 'willing to consider three clubs for managerial return'
Zinedine Zidane will reportedly only consider three clubs for his return from management after leaving his position as Real Madrid head coach in 2021.
Jan 26, 19:32
France's Antoine Griezmann on December 14, 2022
Manchester United 'enquired over Antoine Griezmann availability last summer'
Manchester United contacted Antoine Griezmann's agent last summer to discuss a move for the forward, according to a report.
Jan 26, 12:57
Noel Le Graet pictured in 2017
Noel Le Graet steps back from duties as French FA president
Noel Le Graet, president of the French Football Federation, steps back from his duties amid allegations of improper conduct against a female sports agent.
Jan 11, 14:58
France goalkeeper Hugo Lloris celebrates on December 10, 2022
France's Hugo Lloris retires from international football aged 36
France and Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Hugo Lloris announces his retirement from international football at the age of 36.
Jan 10, 09:59
France's Kylian Mbappe poses with his Golden Boot award during the award ceremony after the match on December 18, 2022
Kylian Mbappe blasts "disrespect" of Zinedine Zidane by French FA president
Paris Saint-Germain and France attacker Kylian Mbappe hits out at French FA president Noel Le Graet for "disrespecting" Zinedine Zidane in an interview.
Jan 9, 08:52
France manager Didier Deschamps pictured on December 18, 2022
Didier Deschamps extends France contract until 2026
The French Football Federation announces that Didier Deschamps has extended his contract with France until 2026.
Jan 7, 11:36
Karim Benzema in action for Real Madrid on October 5, 2022
Carlo Ancelotti: 'Karim Benzema has a lot of motivation after World Cup'
Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti says that Karim Benzema returned to Los Blancos "with a lot of motivation".
Dec 29, 19:09
Benoit Badiashile in action for Monaco on December 21, 2022
Chelsea 'on verge of completing Benoit Badiashile deal'
Chelsea are reportedly on the verge of completing a move for Monaco centre-back Benoit Badiashile, who has now agreed personal terms with the Blues.
Dec 29, 18:28
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