Clubs earn $125M in money owed from transfers
Football clubs worldwide have been paid $125 million in money owed to them from transfers of their former players, FIFA said on Wednesday.
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How clubs got their colors: a history of soccer's most iconic jerseys
How did soccer's most storied clubs become synonymous with something as simple as a color? ESPN relives the kit histories of football's biggest teams.
Sources: Pogba eyes top European team after ban
Paul Pogba is determined to continue his career in one of Europe's top five leagues after terminating his contract with Juventus last week, sources have told ESPN.
Lyon handed provisional relegation, transfer ban
American businessman John Textor's team Lyon have been provisionally relegated to Ligue 2 and imposed a transfer ban for the upcoming window due to its failure to achieve financial sustainability.
Ben Yedder found guilty in sexual assault case
French star Wissam Ben Yedder received a suspended sentence of two years in prison on Tuesday after his trial last month in France for sexually assaulting a woman, one of his lawyers told The Associated Press.
Barcola, Lee net doubles in PSG win over Angers
Paris Saint-Germain's Lee Kang-in and Bradley Barcola each scored twice in the first half as the leaders cruised to a 4-2 win at promoted Angers on Saturday to remain unbeaten in Ligue 1.
De Zerbi threatens to quit Marseille after defeat
Marseille coach Roberto De Zerbi has threatened to quit the Ligue 1 side after their dreadful run at home continued with a 3-1 loss to Auxerre.
France league, CVC probed for alleged corruption
French investigators raided offices of the French football league and private equity firm CVC Capital Partners on Tuesday as part of an investigation into possible corruption and embezzlement related to an investment deal, a judicial official said.
PSG beat 10-man Lens to extend Ligue 1 lead
Leaders Paris Saint-Germain continued their unbeaten start to the Ligue 1 season as an early goal from Ousman Dembele gave them a 1-0 home win over RC Lens.
PSG handed stand closure for anti-gay chanting
Paris Saint-Germain will have to partially close a stand at their home stadium when they host Toulouse on Nov. 22 after being sanctioned over anti-gay chanting during a match against Strasbourg earlier this month.
Weekend Review: Palmer shines for Chelsea, eight-goal thriller between Juve and Inter
Cole Palmer remains on top form for Chelsea as Juventus and Inter share a point in an 4-4 thriller. That and more in our Weekend Review.
PSG cruise past 10-man Marseille in Le Classique
A nightmare first half for Marseille saw them concede three goals and lose midfielder Amine Harit to a straight red card as Paris Saint-Germain recorded a resounding 3-0 away win on Sunday to move three points clear at the top of Ligue 1.
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PSG to go to courts over Mbappé $60M pay ruling
Paris Saint-Germain will take their wage dispute with Kylian Mbappé to court after the Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP) ruled in favor of the France captain.
Ex-Morocco, Marseille player Barrada dies at 35
Former Marseille midfielder Abdelaziz Barrada has died at the age of 35, the club said on Thursday, with the Moroccan federation (FRMF) describing his death as a "great tragedy."
Arsenal suffer nightmare of a matchday; Barça future shines brightly
As if losing wasn't bad enough, Arsenal's rivals Liverpool and City also earned big wins. What else did you miss in European football this weekend?
Ligue 1 condemns PSG fans for anti-gay chants
Ligue 1 has condemned anti-gay chants made by some Paris Saint-Germain fans during the home game against Strasbourg on Saturday.
PSG beat Strasbourg 4-2 to claim top spot
Goals from Senny Mayulu, Marco Asensio, Bradley Barcola and Lee Kang-in helped Paris St. Germain to thrash Strasbourg 4-2 in Ligue 1 on Saturday.
Transfer Talk: Could Nkunku leave Chelsea next summer?
Christopher Nkunku is reportedly linked with an exit from Chelsea is playing time isn't guaranteed this season. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Leaders Monaco have Teze sent off in Lille draw
Ten-man Monaco drew 0-0 with visitors Lille on Friday as the Ligue 1 leaders maintained their unbeaten start to the season.
20 years of Messi: Ranking his seasons from worst to first
It has been 20 years since Lionel Messi made his professional debut. In all the seasons since, which were the best put together by the Argentina legend?
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Report: USMNT's Balogun (shoulder) out 2 months
United States striker Folarin Balogun will be sidelined for about two months with a shoulder injury, a person close to the player told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
PSG name Yohan Cabaye to lead youth academy
Former France international Yohan Cabaye has been named as the sporting director of Paris Saint-Germain's youth academy, the club confirmed on Wednesday.
Ligue 1 Standings
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paris Saint-Germain | 11 | 9 | 2 | 0 | +23 | 29 |
| AS Monaco | 11 | 7 | 2 | 2 | +10 | 23 |
| Marseille | 11 | 6 | 2 | 3 | +9 | 20 |
| Lille | 11 | 5 | 4 | 2 | +7 | 19 |
| Lyon | 11 | 5 | 3 | 3 | +3 | 18 |
| Nice | 11 | 4 | 5 | 2 | +10 | 17 |
| Stade de Reims | 11 | 5 | 2 | 4 | +4 | 17 |
| Lens | 11 | 4 | 5 | 2 | +3 | 17 |
| AJ Auxerre | 11 | 5 | 1 | 5 | +1 | 16 |
| Toulouse | 11 | 4 | 3 | 4 | +2 | 15 |
| Strasbourg | 11 | 3 | 4 | 4 | -2 | 13 |
| Brest | 11 | 4 | 1 | 6 | -5 | 13 |
| Stade Rennais | 11 | 3 | 2 | 6 | -5 | 11 |
| Nantes | 11 | 2 | 4 | 5 | -3 | 10 |
| Angers | 11 | 2 | 4 | 5 | -7 | 10 |
| Saint-Etienne | 11 | 3 | 1 | 7 | -15 | 10 |
| Le Havre AC | 11 | 3 | 0 | 8 | -15 | 9 |
| Montpellier | 11 | 2 | 1 | 8 | -20 | 7 |