After a run of 14 straight wins in Ligue 1, PSG lost their 100% record in an exciting 2-2 draw at BordeauxBy Adam White and Eric Devin for Get French Football NewsPSG’s run of wins to start the Ligue 1 season finally came to an end on Sunday night as t…
The Brazilian scored PSG’s winner in perhaps his most effective high-profile performance since leaving BarcelonaWith Neymar the questions have always been along the same kind of lines. How far? How good? To what height can the broad wings of his own at…
With Thiago Silva, Ángel Di María and Julian Draxler all on top form, PSG may not need their two stars on Wednesday nightBy Adam White and Eric Devin for Get French Football NewsNever has a club been as single-minded as PSG. While trophies are the aim …
• PSG forward limps out of Brazil’s friendly win over Cameroon• Doctor says initial diagnosis is groin injury not a serious oneBrazil forward Neymar limped out of their 1-0 friendly win over Cameroon on Tuesday but the team doctor calmed fears by sayin…
• Brazilian criticised for reaction to challenges in Russia• ‘It was smart’ says Klopp ahead of PSG’s visit to AnfieldJürgen Klopp has defended Neymar’s World Cup theatrics as acts of self-preservation from a player who could have led Brazil to victory…
Neymar defended himself against claims he is ‘a diver’ after being announced as the captain of the Brazil national team on Thursday.”I suffered many fouls in the World Cup,” the 26-year-old Paris Saint Germain forward said: “But that’s not what I…
Kylian Mbappé scored a fine goal as PSG won 4-2 at Nîmes but his red card was another sign of his increasing petulanceBy Adam White and Eric Devin for Get French Football News“You have to a protect us,” implored an increasing irked Kylian Mbappé to the…
The 2018 World Cup was quite the tournament. Here we look back at Neymar rolling, Panama celebrating their first goal in the World Cup ever, the return of football’s coming home and more Continue reading…
The best and worst of week four – also featuring: Gareth Southgate, image laundry and a packed train to LeedsGareth Southgate – national treasure since Tuesday. Fan tributes included #GarethSouthgateWould and an Atomic Kitten remix. Hasn’t brought foot…
Brazil lost to a very good Belgium side and we must remember the positives from the tournament as well as the negativesIt took time for Brazil’s defeat against Belgium to sink in. I felt sadness, there is no doubt about that, but defeats are part of sp…
The Brazilian has been heavily criticised for his reaction to being trodden on by Mexico’s Miguel Layún but perhaps it is no wonder he is self-centred when he has always got his way“I do not punish him for pleasure, I do it because it is necessary,” in…
• Mexico coach Osorio criticised forward over Layun incident• Neymar claims opponents are trying to put him off his gameAfter another controversial match in which he was accused of diving and feigning injury, Neymar insisted the hum of talk around his …
A sixth World Cup looks well within reach for a side that are not over reliant on their star names, with the Chelsea midfielder stepping up in the second half to help demoralise MexicoFrom the seleção, a selection box of treats. While their rivals falt…
Neymar and Cristiano Ronaldo take on trick shots, attempting to hit the target from a position behind the goals. The mood in both camps appears fairly relaxed before their crucial last-16 matches. Portugal face Uruguay on 30 June, while Brazil face Mex…
• Coach calls on players and staff to take their own responsibility• Brazil set to be unchanged for final group game against SerbiaTite has warned that Neymar should not be expected to win the World Cup on his own as Brazil prepare for the crucial Grou…
The best and worst of week two – also featuring: viral clips, Puyol’s hair and America’s Funniest Home VideosCristiano Ronaldo – setting a European goals record; eyeing a new pay deal to offset his €18.8m tax fraud fine; having Madeira Airport “quietly…
• Head coach says world’s costliest player “needs some time’• Neymar still regaining full fitness after February injuryThe Brazil manager, Tite, insisted Neymar would reach his “best level” at the World Cup after his team’s 2-0 defeat of Costa Rica in …
Brazil are one of the favourites who have got off to a bad start at the World Cup. That is partly because the so-called smaller nations have belief but also because of Neymar’s strugglesThe most striking aspect of the opening week of this World Cup has…
With billions watching, the World Cup is an ideal chance for everyone in Russia – and their barbers – to show off their style and creativity Continue reading…
• Brazil forward fouled 10 times during 1-1 draw in Rostov• Lichtsteiner believes referee gave Brazil too many free-kicksIt was always likely to be a pivotal duel. Stephan Lichtsteiner against Neymar. The Switzerland captain and right-back versus Brazi…
