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Nasri Out of France Friendlies

Nasri Out of France Friendlies

A knee injury has ruled midfielder Samir Nasri out of France's upcoming friendlies against the United States and Belgium. 9 Nov 2011
Fernandez Voices Fears Over Big-Spending PSG

Fernandez Voices Fears Over Big-Spending PSG

Former Paris St Germain player and coach Luis Fernandez has sounded a note of caution amid the euphoria around the big-spending club. 5 Nov 2011
Ligue 1 Wrap: Nene Keeps PSG Flying High

Ligue 1 Wrap: Nene Keeps PSG Flying High

Two penalties by Nene guided Paris St Germain to a thrilling 4-2 victory over 10-man Caen as they remained three points clear at the top of Ligue 1. 30 Oct 2011
Blanc Plays Down Euro 2012 Expectations

Blanc Plays Down Euro 2012 Expectations

Coach Laurent Blanc has warned France fans not to expect too much from his side at Euro 2012. 29 Oct 2011
Ligue 1 Wrap: Montpelllier Join Leaders

Ligue 1 Wrap: Montpelllier Join Leaders

Montpellier claimed a convincing 3-1 victory over hosts Caen tonight to go level on points with Ligue 1 leaders Paris St Germain. 23 Oct 2011
Beckham's Future Still Unclear

Beckham's Future Still Unclear

David Beckham will wait until near the end of the year before making a decision on his future despite speculation that he is close to joining Paris Saint-Germain. 15 Oct 2011
Nasri Spot-Kick Rescues Les Bleus

Nasri Spot-Kick Rescues Les Bleus

Samir Nasri came to the rescue to send France through to the Euro 2012 finals after Bosnia-Herzegovina had threatened to pull off an upset at the Stade de France. 12 Oct 2011
Midfield Men Impress Boss Blanc

Midfield Men Impress Boss Blanc

Laurent Blanc has praised the way his midfield controlled the game after France beat Albania 3-0 last night to set up a straight shoot-out with Bosnia & Herzegovina for automatic Euro 2012 qualification. 9 Oct 2011
Zidane Open to France Job

Zidane Open to France Job

France legend Zinedine Zidane would be open to the possibility of managing his country one day. 4 Oct 2011
Ligue 1 Wrap: Montpellier Keep Pace

Ligue 1 Wrap: Montpellier Keep Pace

Montpellier scored twice in the last three minutes to continue their astonishing start to the Ligue 1 season and move level on points with the league leaders once more. 2 Oct 2011
Ligue 1 Wrap: Montpellier Let Lead Slip

Ligue 1 Wrap: Montpellier Let Lead Slip

Montpellier blew the chance to stay clear at the top of the Ligue 1 standings after squandering a two-goal lead in a 2-2 draw on the road at Brest. 18 Sep 2011
Benzema Takes Heart From France Win

Benzema Takes Heart From France Win

France striker Karim Benzema believes last night's 2-1 win over Albania provides further proof Les Bleus are heading in the right direction. 4 Sep 2011
Nasri Hoping Blanc Satisfied By Impressive Debut

Nasri Hoping Blanc Satisfied By Impressive Debut

Manchester City midfielder Samir Nasri hopes he proved a point to France coach Laurent Blanc with his impressive debut at Tottenham on Sunday. 30 Aug 2011
Ligue 1 Wrap: Narrow Win For Lyon

Ligue 1 Wrap: Narrow Win For Lyon

Lyon ended Montpellier's 100 per cent record in Ligue 1 with a 2-1 victory which moved them within a point of their opponents. 28 Aug 2011
Ligue 1 Wrap: Toulouse Leave It Late

Ligue 1 Wrap: Toulouse Leave It Late

Substitute Adrien Regattin grabbed a last-gasp equaliser to earn Ligue 1 leaders Toulouse a 1-1 draw against Nice in a dramatic ending to their match at the Stade Municipal du Ray this evening. 21 Aug 2011
PSG Pledge To Be Patient With Kombouare

PSG Pledge To Be Patient With Kombouare

Paris St Germain sporting director Leonardo has moved to ease the pressure on coach Antoine Kombouare. 19 Aug 2011
Ligue 1 Wrap: PSG Seek First Win

Ligue 1 Wrap: PSG Seek First Win

Toulouse, Caen and St Etienne all made it two wins from two in Ligue 1 this evening, but big-spending Paris St Germain were still looking for their first victory after being held to a 1-1 draw at Rennes. 14 Aug 2011
Ligue 1 Wrap: PSG Stunned on Opening Day

Ligue 1 Wrap: PSG Stunned on Opening Day

Paris St Germain's recent spending spree failed to produce an immediate return as the Ligue 1 title favourites suffered a humiliating 1-0 defeat at home to Lorient on the opening day of the season. 7 Aug 2011
Spain To Face France In WCQ

Spain To Face France In WCQ

WORLD and European champions Spain have been paired with France at the 2014 World Cup qualifying draw in Rio de Janeiro, while England received a favourable group. 31 Jul 2011
Kombouare Tight-Lipped Over Pastore

Kombouare Tight-Lipped Over Pastore

Paris St Germain boss Antoine Kombouare tonight refused to discuss reports the club were on the brink of making Javier Pastore their latest big-money signing. 30 Jul 2011
PSG Spending Continues

PSG Spending Continues

Paris St Germain have continued their summer spending with the arrivals of Salvatore Sirigu and Mohamed Sissoko at the Parc des Princes. 30 Jul 2011