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Demirovic estrena el casillero de victorias y apunta ahora al Real Madrid
El Stuttgart, con dos goles en tres minutos del bosnio Ermedin Demirovic, logró su primera victoria de la temporada en la Bundesliga al vencer en el Borussia Park al Borussia Mönchengladbach (1-3), tres días antes de acudir al estadio Santiago Bernabéu para enfrentarse al Real Madrid en la primera jornada de la Liga de Campeones.
El 'Gladbach resurge de sus cenizas
Con una convincente goleada en el Borussia Park ante el Wolfsburgo (4-0), el Borussia Monchengladbach alargó su escalada en la Bundesliga y acentuó la crisis de su rival, en el duelo de apertura de la undécima jornada. El cuadro del hispanosuizo Gerardo Seoane acumuló su tercer encuentro sin perder. Lleva 7 de los últimos 9 puntos, que le han sacado de la parte baja y le han asentado en el ecuador de la clasificación.
Borussia M'gladbach
Obie drużyny strzelą W końcówce sezonu Bayer był uwikłany w grę na dwóch frontach i ostatecznie nie osiągnie żadnego z celów. Z jednej strony Aptekarze celowali w finał Ligi Narodów, a z drugiej w ligową czwórkę, do której tracą obecnie dziesięć punktów i jedyne na co mogą liczyć to kwalifikacja do europejskich pucharów, jeśli zajmą przynajmniej szóste miejsce.
Super Mario’s World: Balotelli back in action
The Italy international returned to the field for the first time in a month but could not help his side stop the rut of three successive draws Almost a month to the day since Mario Balotelli was dismissed for kicking out at Bordeaux defender Igor Lewczuk, the Nice striker was back in action this week. The return of the Italy international forward did not, however, coincide with an upturn in fortunes for his Nice side, who remain second in Ligue 1.
Nantes 0 - 2 PSG Match report - 21/01/2017 Ligue 1 - Goal.com
The Uruguay international netted two excellent goals to carry the capital club to victory and move them to within a point of Ligue 1 leaders Nice Edinson Cavani scored twice as Paris Saint-Germain moved within one point of Ligue 1 leaders Nice with a hard-fought 2-0 win at Nantes. Cavani finished a well-worked team move involving Julian Draxler and Lucas Moura in the 21st minute of Saturday's encounter to open the scoring at the Stade de la Beaujoire.
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Nantes 0 - 2 PSG Match report - 1/21/17 Ligue 1 - Goal.com
The Uruguay international netted two excellent goals to carry the capital club to victory and move them to within a point of Ligue 1 leaders Nice Edinson Cavani scored twice as Paris Saint-Germain moved within one point of Ligue 1 leaders Nice with a hard-fought 2-0 win at Nantes. Cavani finished a well-worked team move involving Julian Draxler and Lucas Moura in the 21st minute of Saturday's encounter to open the scoring at the Stade de la Beaujoire.
Verratti: Ibrahimovic was a role model who taught everyone at PSG to be leaders
In his latest exclusive column for Goal, the Paris Saint-Germain star explains how the impact of the Manchester United striker is still being felt Firstly, I’d like to wish you a Happy New Year. I'm going to make you a promise: to give 100 per cent on the field. For me, supporters are the most beautiful part of football – and I don’t write that just to please you. You don’t earn your money to come see us play, on the contrary, you spend it. Some of you work seven days a week to come to the ground.
Super Mario’s World: Balotelli dreams of teaming up with Drogba and Henry
Suspended and unable to feature for Nice on Sunday, the Italy international's thoughts went elsewhere, sending support to one friend, in particular Ligue 1 action returned this weekend, but Mario Balotelli was forced to watch on from the stands as the Italian served the last of a two-game ban that prevented him from featuring in the Coupe de France defeat against Lorient a week earlier.
Super Mario’s World: Balotelli dreams of teaming up with Drogba and Henry
Suspended and unable to feature for Nice on Sunday, the Italy international's thoughts went elsewhere, sending support to one friend, in particular Ligue 1 action returned this weekend, but Mario Balotelli was forced to watch on from the stands as the Italian served the last of a two-game ban that prevented him from featuring in the Coupe de France defeat against Lorient a week earlier.
Wonderkids Mbappe and Maxime Lopez are the next big things from Ligue 1
The Monaco and Marseille teenagers have both emerged as potential greats and appear to have all the ingredients to hit the big time It was just over a year ago that Monaco officially presented Kylian Mbappe to French football. Yet to even reach his 17th birthday, the precocious teenager arrived as a substitute for the final moments of a match against Caen. There was no time to make an immediate impression, but the club knew they had someone special on their hands.
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Super Mario’s World: Balotelli begins 2017 by trolling PSG
The lovable rogue took aim at the reigning French champions via social media during his extended winter break following a red card in his final game of 2016 It may be a new year, but clearly Nice striker Mario Balotelli has not chosen to make becoming any less cheeky one of his resolutions.
Balotelli can't fill Ibrahimovic's shadow - Subasic
The Italian striker has been in incredible form for Nice this season, but the Monaco goalkeeper does not see him on the same level as the former PSG frontman Mario Balotelli may have got off to a flying start in Ligue 1 with Nice, but he cannot be considered a talisman of Zlatan Ibrahimovic's ilk, according to Monaco goalkeeper Danijel Subasic.
PSG vs Lorient LIVE Commentary
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Ligue 1 news: Ventura undecided on Balotelli Italy recall
Despite the good form of the Nice forward in Ligue 1 his national team manager has said he is unsure whether or not he will be calling the striker back into the squad Mario Balotelli must show his desire to play for the Italy national team if he is to earn an international recall in 2017, says Giampiero Ventura.
Olympique Lyonnais
Nice have been claimed the symbolic title of Ligue 1 autumn champions as their nearest rivals suffered a surprise loss at Stade Louis II Ten-man Monaco suffered a damaging 3-1 defeat to Lyon on Sunday that hands Ligue 1 leaders Nice a real boost in the title race. Rachid Ghezzal, Mathieu Valbuena and Alexandre Lacazette - who also missed a penalty - scored the goals to end Monaco's seven-game winning run at home in the league and saw Nice stay four points clear after their win over Dijon.
From Ligue 1 to superstardom: Thierry Henry
Goal looks at some of the all-time great exports from France’s top flight. This week we focus on one of the greatest strikers in European football history It all began in a concrete jungle. Raised in the Banlieue suburb of Paris, Thierry Henry honed his skills on the hard surfaces beneath the high-rise tower blocks of his hometown Les Ulis.
Marco Verratti on Paris Saint-Germain's Ligue 1 defeat
Paris Saint-Germain may trail leaders Nice by seven points by the end of the weekend, but the midfielder does not believe it is the manager's fault Midfielder Marco Verratti has backed under-fire Unai Emery to come good at Paris Saint-Germain, claiming it is down to the players to take responsibility for their form slump.
Guingamp 2 - 1 PSG Match report - 12/17/16 Ligue 1 - Goal.com
The Parisians failed to close the gap on Nice at the top of the table after two second-half goals from Guingamp saw them lose a second successive league game Paris Saint-Germain failed to bridge the gap between themselves and their Ligue 1 title rivals by slumping to a 2-1 defeat at Guingamp that increases the pressure on Unai Emery.
Emery: Verratti important for PSG amid Chelsea links
There is speculation Antonio Conte is trying to lure the Italy international to Stamford Bridge, but a possible January departure has been ruled out Paris Saint-Germain head coach Unai Emery has stated Marco Verratti's importance to the French champions as the midfielder continues to be linked with a move away from the club. There is speculation former Italy boss Antonio Conte is trying to lure Verratti to Premier League title hopefuls Chelsea.
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Guingamp 2 - 1 PSG Match report - 17/12/2016 Ligue 1 - Goal.com
The Parisians failed to close the gap on Nice at the top of the table after two second-half goals from Guingamp saw them lose a second successive league game Under-pressure manager Unai Emery suffered another slip up in the Ligue 1 title race as Guingamp recorded a surprise win over PSG. The visitors struggled to break down Guingamp before Antoine Kombouare's side scored two quickfire goals to shock PSG. Yannis Salibur broke the deadlock with Nill De Pauw netting four minutes later.
Guingamp 2 - 1 PSG Match report - 12/17/16 Ligue 1 - Goal.com
The Parisians failed to close the gap on Nice at the top of the table after two second-half goals from Guingamp saw them lose a second successive league game Under-pressure manager Unai Emery suffered another slip up in the Ligue 1 title race as Guingamp recorded a surprise win over PSG. The visitors struggled to break down Guingamp before Antoine Kombouare's side scored two quickfire goals to shock PSG. Yannis Salibur broke the deadlock with Nill De Pauw netting four minutes later.
Benzema phone tapping request rejected in sex-tape scandal
The defence had hoped that the investigation against the Real Madrid striker would crumble if this appeal had been upheld Karim Benzema’s request to be free to make private calls on his phone has been rejected by the Court of Appeal in Versailles, AFP reports.
Super Mario's World: Balotelli back from injury & aiming for the Ballon d'Or
The Italy striker returned to Ligue 1 action against PSG on Sunday after revealing that he could return to the Premier League and that he is still targeting a Ballon d'Or For Italy international striker Mario Balotelli, the last week was about the build up to Ligue 1's top-of-the-table match between Paris Saint-Germain and Nice.
Unai Emery hails PSG character after fighting back to earn draw against Nice
The Spaniard also insisted his side's title challenge is still alive despite failing to win for the second Ligue 1 match in a row Paris Saint-Germain coach Unai Emery praised his side's character after they overturned a two-goal deficit to draw 2-2 with title rivals Nice in Ligue 1.
PSG 2 - 2 Nice Match report - 12/11/16 Ligue 1 - Goal.com
The Uruguayan marksman cancelled out strikes from Wylan Cyprien and Alassane Plea but the stalemate was enough to send Lucien Favre's men to the summit Edinson Cavani scored twice as PSG came from behind to draw 2-2 with Nice, who moved to the top of the Ligue 1 table on Sunday. The visitors raced into a shock two-goal lead thanks to first-half strikes from Wylan Cyprien and Alassane Plea.
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The Uruguayan marksman cancelled out strikes from Wylan Cyprien and Alassane Plea but the stalemate was enough to send Lucien Favre's men to the summit Paris Saint-Germain pulled off a second-half comeback as they came from two goals down to draw 2-2 with title rivals Nice and avoid a second consecutive Ligue 1 defeat.
PSG boycott media ahead of crunch clash against Nice
The Ligue 1 champions have called a media blackout prior to the top-of-the-table match in the wake of negative coverage following the club's recent struggles Paris Saint-Germain have decided to stage a media blackout ahead of their crunch Ligue 1 clash against Nice on Sunday. The reigning champions head into the game at Parc des Princes under pressure following a recent run of bad results both domestically and in the Champions League.
PSG 2 - 2 Nice Match report - 12/11/16 Ligue 1 - Goal.com
The Uruguayan marksman cancelled out strikes from Wylan Cyprien and Alassane Plea but the stalemate was enough to send Lucien Favre's men to the summit Paris Saint-Germain pulled off a second-half comeback as they came from two goals down to draw 2-2 with title rivals Nice and avoid a second consecutive Ligue 1 defeat.
Nice play down Lavezzi rumours
The Argentinian left France for China a year ago but has been linked with a Ligue 1 return during the upcoming January transfer window Nice president Jean-Pierre Rivere has insisted the club are not looking to bring former PSG star Ezequiel Lavezzi back to France from China. The Argentinian left Paris for Chinese Super League side Hebei Fortune during the last winter transfer window, but reports have arisen recently about a possible return to Ligue 1.
Meet Kylian Mbappe, the new Thierry Henry targeted by Barcelona, Real Madrid and Man City
With a goal and an assist at the weekend, the youngster confirmed his reputation as one of the biggest talents in Europe, still two weeks shy of his 18th birthday Kylian Mbappe is alone in his class. No current players under the age of 18 can touch the Monaco prodigy in terms of stats. And his progress through the Monaco youth system into the first team mirrors that of a former club legend.
Unai Emery does not fear Paris Saint-Germain sack
There are rumours that the Spaniard could be removed after a lacklustre start to the campaign, but he insists he is not worried that a loss to Nice could cost him his job Unai Emery does not fear losing his job at Paris Saint-Germain as they prepare to take on Ligue 1 leaders Nice, insisting he is confident of leading them to the title.
Balotelli: I could beat Messi and Ronaldo to Ballon d'Or
The Nice striker has made another outlandish claim, stating that he could be named the best footballer in the world Former Liverpool striker Mario Balotelli believes that he has the ability to win the Ballon d'Or. The forward, who is currently at Ligue 1 side Nice, feels that injuries are currently holding him back from reaching his potential, but that one day, he could lift the prize. Cristiano Ronaldo is the favourite for 2016's award, having been the only winner so far outside of Lionel Messi.
Monchengladbach victory ‘the best medicine’ for Clasico disappointment - Digne
The defender has praised former coach Luciano Spalletti for giving him the skills to establish himself so quickly at Camp Nou Barcelona full-back Lucas Digne has said that his side’s 4-0 Champions League victory over Borussia Monchengladbach on Tuesday was the ideal remedy to get over their Clasico disappointment.
Nice v PSG just another game for Mario Balotelli
The Italy international is placing no extra significance on Nice's trip to face the defending Ligue 1 champions this weekend Nice should treat this weekend's top of the table clash against Paris Saint-Germain no differently to any other Ligue 1 game, says Mario Balotelli. The Italian striker returned to training on Tuesday after being sidelined for three weeks with a calf injury, and will be in contention to play the defending champions on Sunday.
Alexandre Lacazette on Lyon goals amid Arsenal interest
The France international striker was pursued by Arsenal in pre-season, but insists he still has ambitions to fulfil at Parc Olympique Lyonnais before moving on Alexandre Lacazette will consider his future following pre-season interest from Arsenal, but insists his immediate focus is on the current campaign with Lyon.
FIFA Ultimate Team Rising Stars – Fabinho
Breaking into the Brazil team full time is the next target for the 23-year-old Monaco star From Brazil to Portugal, before a trip to Spain on the way to a French Principality, Fabinho has travelled an awful long way for a young man whose journey appears to be just beginning. The Monaco right-back is turning heads at some of Europe’s biggest clubs and is considered one of the leading candidates to be the long-term successor to Dani Alves in the Brazilian national team.
FIFA Ultimate Team Rising Stars – Vincent Koziello
The modest midfielder is pulling all the right strings in Nice’s surprising 2016 season Vincent Koziello cuts an unassuming character. “I don’t have a high opinion of myself,” he admitted after a breakout season last term. His roommates have likely had something to do with that. After all, the fresh-faced 21-year-old is one of the few major European talents still living with his parents. Others have high opinions, though, and they’re getting higher and higher.
Super Mario’s World: Balotelli sparks Napoli rumours & plays destruction derby keepy-ups
As the striker prepares to make his return to action against Paris Saint-Germain next week, he has been in characteristically colourful form off the field It’s been another successful week for Nice, who re-established a three-point advantage over Monaco at the summit of the Ligue 1 standings as Paris Saint-Germain slipped to a shock 3-0 defeat to Montpellier on Saturday.
Super Mario’s World: Balotelli sparks Napoli rumours & plays destruction derby keepy-ups
As the striker prepares to make his return to action against Paris Saint-Germain next week, he has been in characteristically colourful form off the field It’s been another successful week for Nice, who re-established a three-point advantage over Monaco at the summit of the Ligue 1 standings as Paris Saint-Germain slipped to a shock 3-0 defeat to Montpellier on Saturday.
Nice 3 - 0 Toulouse Match report - 04/12/2016 Ligue 1 - Goal.com
Alassane Plea continued his fine 2016-17 season with a goal as Nice returned to the top of Ligue 1 with a comfortable victory over Toulouse at the Allianz Riviera Nice returned to the top of Ligue 1 with a comprehensive 3-0 victory over Toulouse at the Allianz Riviera. Lucien Favre's men were behind Monaco on goal difference after their title rivals' win over Bastia on Saturday, but have now restored a three-point advantage over Leonardo Jardim's side.
Nice 3 - 0 Toulouse Match report - 12/4/16 Ligue 1 - Goal.com
Alassane Plea continued his fine 2016-17 season with a goal as Nice returned to the top of Ligue 1 with a comfortable victory over Toulouse at the Allianz Riviera Nice returned to the top of Ligue 1 with a comprehensive 3-0 victory over Toulouse at the Allianz Riviera. Lucien Favre's men were behind Monaco on goal difference after their title rivals' win over Bastia on Saturday, but have now restored a three-point advantage over Leonardo Jardim's side.
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