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Despite his historic season, Ousmane Dembélé’s future at PSG appears quite uncertain, as he is reportedly refusing to renew his contract. As a result, the 2025 Ballon d’Or winner has two potential destinations: the Premier League and the Saudi Pro League. Ousmane Dembélé managed to make history at PSG, leading the club to its first UEFA Champions League title. Following this, the Frenchman won the 2025 Ballon d’Or, achieving a historic milestone for the team. Despite this, his future at the club is not guaranteed, as he is reportedly refusing to extend his contract. With no agreement yet reached, the 28-year-old star already has potential destinations lined up: The Premier League and the Saudi Pro League. According to L’Équipe, PSG and Ousmane Dembélé have decided to pause contract extension talks, making it clear there is still time, as his current deal runs until 2028. Instead, the French side has chosen to prioritize the renewals of Senny Mayulu and Bradley Barcola, whose contracts expire in 2027 and 2028 respectively. In addition, the 2025 Ballon d’Or winner is reportedly not fully accepting the contractual offer on the table. Following his historic season, Paris Saint-Germain acknowledge that Dembélé deserves a salary increase. However, president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has made it clear that the club will not break its wage structure, unlike in the cases of Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé, and Neymar. As a result, the French side are open to reassessing his future in the event of an early elimination, or keeping him as a cornerstone if he shines again and helps secure the title reports L’Équipe. Given his uncertain contractual situation, Ousmane Dembélé could be set for a move to the Premier League, with several clubs monitoring a potential transfer. In addition, Saudi Pro League teams have joined the interest, having made multiple approaches throughout the season. However, the Frenchman has decided to pause any renewal or transfer talks until after the 2026 World Cup, where a standout performance could ultimately define his future. Ousmane Dembele lifting the 2025 Ballon d’Or. Dembélé wages could rule out most Premier League clubs Unlike other leagues, Premier League clubs maintain strong investment capacity, allowing them to handle multimillion-dollar transfers. Because of this, the Frenchman could fit into most English top-flight teams. However, Ousmane Dembélé reportedly holds salary expectations above €50 million, which would significantly limit his options to only a very small number of clubs. Over the past few years, Manchester City, Manchester United, and Liverpool have been the only Premier League sides capable of offering salaries above €20 million per season, alongside extremely high transfer fees. For this reason, Dembélé would realistically only fit into these teams, with the Reds and the Red Devils best positioned, as they are set to lose their top earners: Mohamed Salah and Casemiro. Ousmane Dembélé might find his ideal salary in Saudi Arabia Despite the fact that the potential arrival of Ousmane Dembélé represents a major opportunity for several teams, they could struggle to meet his extremely high salary expectations. Nevertheless, the Frenchman could have an ideal solution: Saudi Pro League. As one of the most financially powerful leagues, they could make him a tempting offer to the 2025 Ballon d’Or candidate, reaching up to the €60M per season he is reportedly demanding. Being a well-known Muslim, Dembélé’s potential arrival would have a major cultural impact, becoming a reference point for local fans. In addition, the presence of Cristiano Ronaldo, along with the possible arrival of Mohamed Salah, could further raise the league’s profile, drawing renewed attention from fans. However, they have not yet submitted a formal offer, according to L’Équipe.

There is a concept in ancient Stoic philosophy called Amor Fati. Love of fate. The idea that a person of true character does not merely tolerate what the world throws at them. They do not grit their teeth and endure it. They embrace it. They walk toward the fire and find it warm. Marcus Aurelius… The post Lamine Yamal: The Boy Who Skipped the Development Curve first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

Slot admits team ‘were in survival mode’ during first leg ‘Football has shown many times everything is possible’ Arne Slot admitted Liverpool were in survival mode against Paris Saint-Germain and will need the backing of Anfield to raise their level against the European champions in next week’s Champions League quarter-final second leg. Liverpool were fortunate to escape with a 2-0 defeat at Parc des Princes where Ousmane Dembélé, who missed a crucial chance for Barcelona in their 2019 semi-final against Jürgen Klopp’s eventual champions, squandered several opportunities for Luis Enrique’s star-studded side.

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Showing their full form, PSG defeated Liverpool in an imposing manner, dominating the entire match. Alongside this, Désiré Doué and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia delivered an offensive masterclass, controlling the first leg of the 2025–26 Champions League quarterfinals. PSG managed to overcome Liverpool in the 2025-26 Champions League quarterfinals first leg, showcasing all their offensive firepower. Throughout the match, the French side imposed a high press and ball dominance that neutralized their opponent. While the Reds looked to break on the counterattack, they were unable to get out of their own area, losing rhythm. In addition, Désiré Doué and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia led the scoring side of the game. The Reds did not arrive in their best form to face the French side, as they were coming off two consecutive defeats. In addition, coach Arne Slot opted for a defensive strategy with five defenders, looking to attack on the counter. Nevertheless, Luis Enrique’s team managed to apply immense pressure that left them completely blocked. Even Jeremy Frimpong and Hugo Ekitke were isolated in attack, as their teammates remained in their own area. Unlike in previous Champions League matches, Liverpool failed to dominate the midfield throughout the game. Although Ryan Gravenberch and Alexis Mac Allister possess exceptional talent, they were pressured by PSG the entire match, which neutralized their offensive contributions. As a result, Ekitike and Florian Wirtz received neither support nor clear-cut chances, ending the game without shots on goal. Taking advantage of his tactical versatility, PSG head coach Luis Enrique opted for a highly mobile front line. As a result, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Desiré Doué, and Ousmane Dembélé constantly switched positions, throwing the Reds off balance. Following this, the French side managed to dominate the game, creating openings in the opponent’s crowded defense. Furthermore, they capitalized on their chances, scoring two goals to secure the victory. Desire Doue of Paris Saint-Germain celebrates scoring a goal with Ousmane Dembele. Desiré Doue and Kvicha Kvaratskhelia dominated PSG’s offense Taking advantage of Liverpool’s defensive mindset, PSG managed to gain confidence on offense, their greatest strength. Following a brilliant team play, Desire Doue received the ball on the left wing and dribbled past all his opponents. After driving toward the goal, the Frenchman unleashed a powerful shot to score the team’s first goal, beating Giorgi Mamardashvili within just 10 minutes. Désiré Doué's deflected effort gives PSG the early lead vs. Liverpool 🇫🇷 pic.twitter.com/NP8RCL7usU — CBS Sports Golazo ⚽️ (@CBSSportsGolazo) April 8, 2026 In the second half, the French side continued to press forward against Liverpool. After receiving the ball in midfield, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia found Joao Neves, who controlled the ball and played it back to the Georgian as he ran into space. Upon receiving the ball, he produced a magnificent individual play, dribbling past Liverpool’s defenders to find himself one-on-one and score the second goal of the game. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia that is brilliant 🔥 The Georgian forward coolly rounds the goalkeeper to double PSG's lead 🇬🇪 pic.twitter.com/ZIEF5idt0K — CBS Sports Golazo ⚽️ (@CBSSportsGolazo) April 8, 2026

The rout anticipated at Parc des Princes did not materialise, at least not in terms of the scoreline, but the gulf in quality between Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool was laid bare all the same. Arne Slot’s side leave Paris with a scintilla of hope, having arrived with none, and will need to conjure a stunning Anfield recovery on Tuesday just to lay a glove on European champions worthy of the name. A deflected strike from Désiré Doué plus a superb second from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia gave the holders a deserved advantage in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-final. It should have been much more. Ousmane Dembélé missed a hat-trick of openings, striking the outside of a post with his final effort, Nuno Mendes and Doué squandered gilt-edged chances and Liverpool survived two penalty claims. A fine display from the visiting goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili also helped keep the margin of defeat respectful.

PSG and Liverpool are set to face off in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals, arriving in contrasting forms. While the French side arrives as one of the best teams in the world, the Reds are in the midst of one of their worst seasons, making Mohamed Salah’s availability a constant concern. PSG face Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals, looking to secure a spot in the semifinals. Nevertheless, both teams arrive in contrasting form. While the French side comes in as one of the best teams in the world, the Reds are going through one of their worst seasons. Because of this, all eyes are on Mohamed Salah, as he can be decisive offensively. After avoiding injuries in recent matches, Mohamed Salah is in full condition to play for Liverpool. However, coach Arne Slot decided to leave him of the starting lineup. In his final season at Anfield, the Egyptian could be more motivated than ever if he gets the chance, aiming for a heroic performance to lead his team to victory once again. Slot will rely on Hugo Ekitike, Dominik Szoboszlai, and Florian Wirtz, looking to break down PSG’s strong defensive structure. However, they are coming off two consecutive defeats, raising serious doubts about their ability to secure a win. With this being the only competition they can still win, Liverpool could arrive highly motivated, seeking a victory that silences all criticism. Unlike the Reds, Paris Saint-Germain come in on a run of four consecutive wins, regaining the best form of most of their players. As a result, coach Luis Enrique is getting the best version of Ousmane Dembélé, along with a dominant Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who has been the most decisive player from a collective standpoint. In addition, Willian Pacho and Marquinhos have been dominant defensively, complicating Arne Slot’s intentions. Nuno Mendes of Paris Saint-Germain controls the ball under pressure from Mohamed Salah of Liverpool. PSG confirmed lineup vs Liverpool Throughout the 2025–26 season, PSG have dealt with numerous injuries that have affected their performance. Heading into today’s match, coach Luis Enrique will be without Fabián Ruiz, Bradley Barcola, and Quentin Ndjantou. Nevertheless, they have managed to remain dominant, relying on Dembélé, Vitinha, and Marquinhos as the team’s leaders. In addition, the French side maintains a deep roster capable of making the difference. Considering this, PSG will lineup as follows: Matvey Safonov; Achraf Hakimi, Marquinhos, Willian Pacho, Nuno Mendes; Vitinha, Joao Neves, Warren Zaire-Emery; Desire Doue, Ousmane Dembélé, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. Liverpool confirmed lineup vs PSG Like the French side, Liverpool head into the match with several players out, as Alisson Becker, Conor Bradley, Wataru Endo, Giovanni Leoni, and Stefan Bajcetic remain sidelined due to injury. However, coach Arne Slot has managed to keep the team competitive in the Champions League. With this in mind, the Reds will play as follows: Giorgi Mamardashvili; Joe Gomez, Virgil Van Dijk, Ibrahima Konaté, Milos Kerkez; Ryan Gravenberch, Alexis Mac Allister; Jeremie Frimpong, Dominik Szoboszlai, Florian Wirtz; Hugo Ekitike.

There is a concept in ancient Stoic philosophy called Amor Fati. Love of fate. The idea that a person of true character does not merely tolerate what the world throws at them. They do not grit their teeth and endure it. They embrace it. They walk toward the fire and find it warm. Marcus Aurelius… The post Lamine Yamal: The Boy Who Skipped the Development Curve first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

Wednesday’s Champions League quarter-final double header features a star-studded cast as holders Paris Saint-Germain welcome Liverpool to the Parc des Princes and Barcelona entertain La Liga rivals…

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On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the fallout from last night's Champions League action, a look ahead to the Irish involvement tonight in Europe, and who could be in with a shout of making the Ireland squad next week. Champions League shock in Madrid – Manchester City suffer a heavy 3–0 defeat away to Real Madrid as Federico Valverde scores a stunning first career hat-trick at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. Pep Guardiola admits his side face an “uphill battle” to stay in the tie despite Madrid missing stars like Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappé. Holders Paris Saint‑Germain punish Chelsea 5–2 in Paris with goals from Ousmane Dembélé and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia despite a spirited fightback from the visitors. Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior takes responsibility for his side’s late collapse but insists there were positives against the reigning European champions. Arsenal rescue a 1–1 draw against Bayer Leverkusen thanks to a dramatic late penalty from Kai Havertz. Mikel Arteta says Arsenal must be more clinical in the second leg as the Champions League knockout stage shows its difficulty. Norwegian side Bodø/Glimt make the most of their Arctic home advantage with a dominant 3–0 win over Sporting CP. Europa League action tonight: Aston Villa host Lille OSC as boss Unai Emery demands a return to their usual structure. Relegation-threatened Nottingham Forest juggle domestic survival with Europe as they face FC Midtjylland at the City Ground. Robbie Keane leads Ferencvárosi TC into a tough Europa League tie against SC Braga in Budapest. Conference League spotlight: Troy Parrott and AZ Alkmaar take on SK Slavia Prague while Crystal Palace face AEK Larnaca. Championship roundup: Coventry City edge closer to promotion with a 3–0 win over Preston North End as the Sky Blues go eight points clear at the top. Ireland striker crisis deepens: veteran forward David McGoldrick could make a shock return to the Republic of Ireland national football team squad ahead of the World Cup play-off with Czech Republic national football team. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Jimbo is joined by the Totally European team of Tom Williams, James Horncastle, Pol Ballus and Seb Stafford-Bloor to discuss the latest from across the continent. Marseille were thrashed 5-0 by PSG in Le Classique with Ousmane Dembele running the show as De Zerbi's problems mount on the Riviera. Bayern Munich got 5 too and got back to winning ways in the Bundesliga, beating Hoffenheim via a Diaz hat-trick and Harry Kane brace. And it was cinque for Inter too as they extended their lead at the top of Serie A against Sassuolo with 5 different goal scorers, whilst McTominay and Højlund helped Napoli to beat Genoa 3-2 in a thriller in Liguria. In La Liga, Antony scored to help Betis beat Atleti and Barca and Real Madrid both won again, whilst the Catalans' president Joan Laporta officially declared they are no longer supporting the 'Super League'. Plus Sociedad's Bad Bunny chant and meal of the week. Produced by Lucy Oliva and Jesse Howard. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Moment Meal of the week (0.40) • PART 2: Ligue 1 review - PSG hammer Marseille (15.40) • PART 3: Serie A review - Goals galore (31.00) • PART 4: La Liga review - Antony shocks Atleti (43.55) • PART 5: Bundesliga review - Bayern hit Hoff for 5 (56.10) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jimbo’s got European football friends Pol Ballús, James Horncastle, Seb Stafford-Bloor and Tom Williams alongside him as the Champions League re-enters the room… We start with those midweek UCL MD7 ties - including the tight battle for a top eight finish with the likes of Tottenham v Dortmund, Marseille v Liverpool and Juventus v Benfica looking finely poised. In Serie A, there were tributes to Fiorentina owner Rocco Commisso - who passed away on Saturday but left a huge legacy in not only Florence but across the Italian sporting landscape. La Viola honoured him by beating Bologna 2-1 on Sunday to move out of the bottom three. Over in La Liga, the gap’s been cut to just one point! That’s after Barcelona’s 11-game winning streak was ended by a 2-1 defeat at Real Sociedad. Real Madrid took advantage, beating Levante 2-0 amid a backdrop of boos, whistles and protests in the Spanish capital… Meanwhile in the Bundesliga, Bayern became the first team in Europe’s top 5 leagues to score 100 goals in all competitions this season as they came from behind to beat Leipzig 5-1 thanks to a second half masterclass from Michael Olise. Plus, what next for Frankfurt after Dino Topmoller was sacked after their latest 3-3 draw? And over in France - Lens are *still* top of the table thanks to a club-record eight straight Ligue 1 wins. PSG stay a point behind after their 3-0 win over Lille - which featured one of the goals of the season from Ousmane Dembele. All that plus pinchos, personalised apps - and poor ratings! Produced by Lucy Oliva. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Moments of the weekend - and foodie endeavours (00.45) • PART 2: Champions League MD7 key fixtures (12.45) • PART 3: Serie A review - Farewell to Rocco Commisso (27.30) • PART 4: La Liga review - Suddenly all to play for at the top (45.05) • PART 5: Bundesliga review - Olise’s masterclass and Frankfurt call time on Dino (45.05) • PART 6: Ligue 1 review - Lens just keep winning (48.15) Take part in our audience survey for a chance to win an $/£100 Amazon voucher! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Frenchman, who has been named the best male footballer in the world by the Guardian, has benefitted from PSG’s focus on the team rather than individuals What makes a good player great, and a great player the best? This question has been occupying me since 2014, when the Guardian first asked me to contribute to its inaugural Next Generation feature. My job was to look for a France-based talent born in 1997 who could go on to have a stellar career. After a great deal of research, I narrowed it down from my shortlist of five by asking questions not about the players’ football ability, but about other attributes: resilience, adaptability, decision-making, creativity, work ethic, response to feedback and willingness to learn. Qualities we cannot see, and are harder to measure.

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Can Forest be a real threat in the Europa League after a strong start against Real Betis? Was Arne Slot right to call Hugo Ekitike stupid after getting sent off against Southampton? Should we just be celebrating Ousmane Dembélé for winning the Ballon d’Or, rather than moaning about who didn’t? Gary and Micah also discuss an impressive week for the Welsh clubs, as Cardiff, Wrexham and Swansea all make it through to the fourth round of the League Cup, the first time three team from Wales have made it that far in the competition’s history. Join The Players Lounge: The official fantasy football club of The Rest Is Football. It’s time to take on Gary, Alan and Micah for the chance to win monthly prizes and shoutouts on the pod. It’s FREE to join and as a member, you’ll get access to exclusive tips from Fantasy Football Hub including AI-powered team ratings, transfer tips, and expert team reveals to help you climb the table - plus access to our private Slack community. Sign up today at: therestisfootball.com https://therestisfootball.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode_description&utm_content=link_cta For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down LAFC’s hot run of form since acquiring Son Heung-Min, and what it could mean for the club as we head into the playoffs. Next, they recap USMNT activity across Europe, including which striker abroad is staking his claim to be the national team’s #9. Later, they react to some of the biggest news in world soccer, including Harry Kane’s possible return to Tottenham, Ousmane Dembélé’s Ballon d’Or win, and more.

On this edition of State of the Union, we start in Paris, where Ousmane Dembélé took home the 2025 Men’s Ballon d’Or, edging out Barcelona phenom Lamine Yamal. Well deserved or a snub for the wunderkind? Then, it’s all about the USMNT. Fox Sports insider Doug McIntyre drops his 2026 World Cup roster projection and starting XI. From Matt Turner in goal to Christian Pulisic & Folarin Balogun leading the attack, Alexi Lalas and David Mosse opine on the 26-man roster. We analyze the surprises, snubs, and stars like Diego Luna and Chris Richards. Across Europe, we preview an exciting weekend for Americans abroad: Pulisic in red-hot form for AC Milan, McKennie vs. Musah in Serie A and Jedi Robinson making his Fulham return in the EPL. Plus, MLS rivalries heat up with NYRB vs. NYCFC and a Cascadia Cup showdown. Finally, we take listener questions in #AskAlexi, featuring the future of the USMNT after Mauricio Pochettino before we wrap with FIFA’s latest floated plans for World Cup expansion. Intro (0:00)Ballon d’Or (5:07)USMNT 2026 Roster Prediction (13:12)USMNT Abroad: Weekend Preview (27:25)#AskAlexi: Life after Pochettino (40:38)One for the Road: More World Cup expansion? (52:31) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to a brand-new episode of Stick to Football brought to you by Arne. Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Roy Keane, Jill Scott and Ian Wright dive into the biggest stories in football. We start with the Ballon d’Or, asking if winner Ousmane Dembélé is a great player and whether Mo Salah was robbed because he didn’t win the Champions League. The panel then discuss Arsenal against Manchester City, asking whether Mikel Arteta missed a big opportunity and if City were there to be beaten. They also debate whether Pep Guardiola is evolving his style or moving away from the possession principles that have defined his career. Liverpool’s flying start is also on the agenda after five wins from five, and the crew tackle a wide range of community questions from the best sporting event to the key differences between the Championship and Premier League. Gary Neville and the Stick to Football team know - when your day’s full-on, you need fuel that’s fast and actually good for you. Huel is the ultimate meal on the go - high protein, packed with 26 essential vitamins & minerals, and ready in seconds. Exclusive for The Overlap listeners: Get £10 off for new customers with code OVERLAP. Claim Your Offer Now – and see why millions have made the switch. Go to https://huel.com/theoverlap This show is brought to you by Visit Seattle. Go to https://visitseattle.org to start planning your World Cup adventure 00:00 Introduction 07:00 Ousmane Dembélé 18:34 Tribute to Matt Beard 21:05 Did Arteta get it wrong? 34:14 Pep’s Tactical Decisions 52:04 Villa's Performance Struggles Managerial Pressure 01:04:21 Super 6 01:13:50 Ranking English Strikers 01:19:29 Debating the Greatest Sporting Events Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ousmane Dembele scooped the Ballon d’Or on Monday night. His 35 goals helped PSG clinch their first ever Champions League. So how did he evolve from a promising winger to a ruthless goalscorer? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Seb Stafford-Bloor and Tom Williams Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producer: Mike Stavrou and Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Watch: Ousmane Dembélé’s Journey to Won The 2025 Ballon d’Or Ousmane Dembélé has won the 2025 Ballon d’Or after an incredible season with his team, Paris Saint-Germain. The French international attacker received the most votes to win the prestigious individual award, beating Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal, who finished second. Check Out the Goals that Helped Dembele […] The post Watch: Ousmane Dembélé’s Journey to Won The 2025 Ballon d’Or appeared first on 1000Goals.com: Football Betting, Highlights, and More - Your Ultimate Destination for Exciting Football Action.

PSG Beat Madrid to Setup Chelsea Clash in FIFA CWC Final Paris Saint-Germain are still showing its hunger for trophies as they grab a ticket to the FIFA Club World Cup final. The Ligue 1 outfit took down Real Madrid 4-0 in the semifinal round to book a meeting with Chelsea. PSG Beat Madrid in […] The post PSG Beat Madrid to Setup Chelsea Clash in FIFA CWC Final appeared first on 1000Goals.com: Football Betting, Highlights, and More - Your Ultimate Destination for Exciting Football Action.

Madrid v PSG Set to Spark FIFA Club World Cup Semifinals The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup semifinals will provide exciting entertainment for football fans, especially the tie between Real Madrid against PSG. Los Blancos advanced into the semi after eliminating Borussia Dortmund, while Les Parisies beat Bayern Munich 2-0. Madrid Beat Dortmund to Reach […] The post Madrid v PSG Set to Spark FIFA Club World Cup Semifinals appeared first on 1000Goals.com: Football Betting, Highlights, and More - Your Ultimate Destination for Exciting Football Action.

Lamine Yamal's ascent continues right before our eyes as he helps bring Barcelona back from 2 goals down to draw 3-3 with Inter Milan in their semifinal 1st leg. So who's feeling better about themselves heading into the 2nd leg? The boys discuss. Plus, PSG take a 1 goal lead back to Paris in their matchup with Arsenal, but will they do so without their superstar, Ousmane Dembele? Then, in part 2 of the pod, we breakdown wins for Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United in the Europa League, we celebrate the incredible season that Vancouver is having in MLS and we wonder if the Premier League's wild Champions League race is suddenly not so wild. If you're looking for even more Caught Offside content, head on over to our premium channel, Caught Offside Plus! Just go to https://caughtoffside.supercast.com to sign up! Once you have access to the premium feed, be sure to go back and check out our special "welcome episode" from June 24th, 2024 (we don't think you'll be disappointed)! For all the latest merch, get over to https://caughtoffsidepod.com/! --- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@caughtoffsidepod X: https://twitter.com/COsoccerpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caughtoffsidepod/ Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Musa and Ryan recap both first legs of this week’s Champions League semifinals. They begin with an unbelievable game between Barcelona and Inter (01:41), which saw six goals, Inter taking 2-0 and 3-2 leads, and Hansi Flick’s side having to repeatedly draw level. They also chat about PSG’s 1-0 win over Arsenal on Tuesday (18:24) thanks to Ousmane Dembélé’s early goal and how both ties are in the balance heading into the second legs. For more podcasts, ad-free and in full, plus access to the Stadio Social Club and much more, you can become a Stadio member by signing up at patreon.com/stadio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How did Arsenal get their pressing style wrong against PSG? What do the Gunners need to do differently in the second leg? How exactly have PSG got the best out of Ousmane Dembélé this season? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss the brilliance of Jamie Vardy after it was announced he will be leaving Leicester at the end of the season. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yamal’s 100th Cap Magic, Messi & Miami Humbled, 2006 vs 2024 USMNT Roster On today’s episode, Alexi Lalas and David Mosse dove into a pair of spectacular Champions League semifinal games. Paris Saint-Germain edged Arsenal 1-0 thanks to a stunning 26-pass goal finished by Ousmane Dembélé. Barcelona and Inter Milan battled to a 6-goal thriller, ending with three goals apiece. Lamine Yamal showed off in his 100th appearance, fueling comparisons to a young Lionel Messi. Meanwhile, Inter Miami and Messi were pummeled in the CONCACAF Champions Cup by Vancouver. Sebastian Berhalter and Brian White scored in both legs of the semifinal to boost their USMNT hopes. They also previewed the weekend abroad for USMNT players as they fight for final league positions and European possibilities. Antonee Robinson and Fulham take on Aston Villa, while Weston McKennie and Tim Weah travel to Bologna. In #AskAlexi, the guys revisit some USMNT history, comparing the 2006 World Cup roster to the 2024 Copa América squad, and Alexi surprises Mosse with a World Cup trivia question. To wrap the show they give an ode to Carli Lloyd ahead of her U.S. Soccer Hall of Fame induction. UCL semifinal: Yamal shows out in 100th appearance (7:12)CONCACAF Champions Cup: Messi OUT (21:48)Weekend Preview: USMNT Abroad & MLS (36:06)#AskAlexi: Can we stump Mosse? (46:38)One for the Road: U.S. Soccer HOF induction (64:41) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Arsenal are eyeing a sensational summer swoop for Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembele. The Gunners will have Andrea Berta leading their recruitment drive, thanks to the Italian being appointed as their new sporting director at the end of March.… The post Arsenal considering ambitious move for Paris Saint-Germain star Ousmane Dembele first appeared on FootballTalk.org.

On the latest edition of Caught Offside, we discuss PSG's Champions League victory at Anfield and Ousmane Dembele's emergence as a true superstar. Plus, we break out our telescopic lenses to try and determine if Julian Alvarez did in fact double tap the ball and we share our thoughts on Raphina's potential Ballon d'Or credentials. And finally, Poch has named his squad for the Nations League; we break down the ones who made it and the one who did not. By the way, we've got a really fun episode up on Caught Offside Plus where we go back and explain the history behind some of the most important drops to have ever appeared on the show. Just go to https://caughtoffside.supercast.com to sign up! And once you have access to the premium feed, be sure to go back and check out our special "welcome episode" from June 24th, 2024 (we don't think you'll be disappointed)! For all the latest merch, get over to https://caughtoffsidepod.com/ where we have the Bingo t-shirts as well as our awesome new beannies! --- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@caughtoffsidepod X: https://twitter.com/COsoccerpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caughtoffsidepod/ Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle. How has Cristiano Ronaldo elongated his career? The Portuguese striker is still scoring in Saudi Arabia so a former Manchester United performance coach tells us how he’s done it. Which team in Europe was the busiest in the January transfer window? Which winter window buys could prove a win for the buying clubs? They discuss Mathys Tel and Rennes' deadline-day dash. Also, is Ousmane Dembele finally fulfilling his potential? BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Wed 5 Feb 2000 Newcastle v Arsenal in the Carabao Cup, Thu 6 Feb 2000 Liverpool v Tottenham in the Carabao Cup, Fri 7 Feb 2000 Man Utd v Leicester in the FA Cup.

Julien Laurens, Pol Ballús, Seb Stafford-Bloor and James Horncastle join Jimbo for a deep-dive into all the latest Continental action and transfer news as the window officially *slammed* shut. Over in Italy, the spoils were shared in the Derby della Madonnina after Stefan De Vrij bagged a 93rd minute equaliser, while league leaders Napoli conceded a last-gasp goal of their own to draw 1-1 in Rome. Plus - it’s farewell, not goodbye to James as he embarks on an important project… In Ligue 1, Ousmane Dembele just can’t stop scoring! He became the first PSG player ever to score hat-tricks in back-to-back games as they came from behind to beat Brest 5-2. So, what’s suddenly clicked for him in Paris? There was yet another twist in the title race over in Spain as Real Madrid succumbed to a 1-0 defeat at Espanyol despite having 76% possession. Atleti took full advantage to close the gap at the top to just a point after their 2-0 win over Mallorca, while Barcelona also won thanks to Robert Lewandowski’s 30th goal of the season. And in the Bundesliga Harry Kane continues to do Harry Kane things, bagging a brace in his 50th appearance in the league as Bayern survived a late scare to beat Holstein Keil 4-3. They did it without Mathys Tel who’s now on loan with Tottenham - but what kind of player are Spurs getting? Produced by Lucy Oliva. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Moments of the weekend (00.45) • PART 2: Serie A review - 1-1 draws across the board for the title chasers (05.10) • PART 3: Ligue 1 review - Ousmane Dembele the hat-trick hero (again!) (18.45) • PART 4: La Liga review - Real beaten to open door for Atleti & Barca (32.30) • PART 5: Bundesliga review - Bayern survive late scare as Tel heads to Tottenham (44.05) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jimbo’s back for the first time in 2025 and he’s got James Horncastle, Pol Ballús and Julien Laurens alongside him to run the rule over all the latest action from across Europe. AC Milan kicked off the new year in style as they fought back from 2-0 down to beat rivals Inter 3-2 in the Supercoppa over in Saudi Arabia as new boss Sérgio Conceição got off to the perfect start. Meanwhile, back on home soil Roma continued their resurgence under Claudio Ranieri with a 2-0 victory in the derby with Lazio. In La Liga the Dani Olmo debacle rumbles on… He’s with Barcelona in Saudi Arabia, but he’s not eligible to play after Spain's football authorities rejected the club’s attempt to register the midfielder. On the pitch, Jude Bellingham atoned for his missed penalty with a 95th-minute winner as 10-man Real Madrid snatched a dramatic victory at Valencia to move top of the table. And in France, PSG picked up the first silverware of the season courtesy of Ousmane Dembele’s stoppage-time winner in their 1-0 victory over Monaco in the Trophée des Champions over in Doha. Back in Ligue 1, Marseille closed the gap at the top of the table to 7 points courtesy of their big 5-1 win over Le Havre. No German action to speak of as die Winterpause continues - BUT we do have Dortmund v Leverkusen to look forward to on Friday night as the Bundesliga finally returns. Produced by Lucy Oliva. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Moments of the weekend (00.45) • PART 2: Serie A review - Milan stun Inter in the Supercoppa while Roma beat Lazio (08.15) • PART 3: La Liga review - Olmo saga rumbles on as Real leave it late to go top (20.00) • PART 4: Ligue 1 review - PSG lift first silverware as Marseille and Lyon continue good form (32.55) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Tuesday night PSG lost for first time since Kylian Mbappe left for Real Madrid having started the season seven games unbeaten prior to their visit to London. They were also without Ousmane Dembele against Arsenal, the player was dropped for disciplinary reasons. So can PSG succeed without superstars? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by Tom Williams, author of Va Va Voom, the modern history of French Football and Pierre-Etienne Minonzio from L'Equipe to discuss PSG's start to the new season, the role of Luis Enrique in their re-styling as well as which young players amongst their ranks could blossom into being their next talisman. The Athletic's Peter Rutzler also drops in with his view having been at the Emirates while Mike Stavrou also catches up with the travelling PSG supporters. Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Tom Williams and Pierre-Etienne Minonzio Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producer: Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With two games still to go, this year’s Champions League quarterfinals are making a case for being the best in recent memory. Musa and Ryan begin with Barcelona losing 6-4 on aggregate to PSG (02:48), where the goals and red cards flowed at a wonderfully consistent rate and Ousmane Dembélé scored his third goal of the season and second against his former club. Dortmund will be PSG’s opponents, having progressed to the semifinal for the first time since 2013, after an unbelievable game at the Westfalenstadion (23:36). Hosts: Ryan Hunn and Musa Okwonga Producer: Ryan Hunn Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices For more podcasts, ad-free and in full, plus access to the Stadio Social Club and much more, you can become a Stadio member by signing up at patreon.com/stadio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After overseeing a 27-game unbeaten run, Luis Enrique’s PSG fell to defeat at home to Barcelona on Wednesday night, losing 3-2 in their Champions League quarter final first leg. So why did Kylian Mbappe struggle to impact the kind of game he’s been renowned for owning in previous years and is he at risk of seeing his PSG career end with a whimper? As for Enrique, is he the man to finally push the Parisians over the line to become a serious contender in years to come? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Peter Rutzler as well as Pierre-Etienne Minonzio of L'Equipe. Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Peter Rutzler and Pierre-Etienne Minonzio Producer: Guy Clarke Executive Producer: Adam Jones Related articles: Mbappe surely cannot bow out so quietly in Barcelona - The Athletic How Paris Saint-Germain made Ousmane Dembele ‘extraordinary’ again - The Athletic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We dig down into what modern wide attackers are, statistically and tactically, by looking at a variety of players currently on the transfer market. Gabriel Jesus, Richarlison, Raphinha, Raheem Sterling, Ousmane Dembele, and a touch of Christian Pulisic at the end. Support the show

Despite Carlos Queiroz's miserly ways, Egypt lumber on in an AFCON beset with incidents and hot divorced dads, but not many goals. Kate, Andy and Jim also hear from potential Everton manager Vitor Pereira as part of his bizarre charm offensive, while Aaron Ramsey needs a Turin rescue mission and Ousmane Dembele's agent dazzles us with his underhand shenanigans. Tweet us @FootballRamble and email us here: [email protected]. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Euro crew of Jimbo, James Horncastle, Julien Laurens and Alvaro Romeo assemble after another dramatic weekend across the continent. Real Madrid, Sevilla and Atletico Madrid all come from 2-0 down to salvage something in La Liga. But can Ousmane Dembele salvage his career after Barca tell him he’s no longer welcome at Camp Nou? There’s a top of the table clash in the Netherlands as leaders PSV took on the inexplicably not leaders Ajax. Yordi Yamali has more. Lionel Messi returns for PSG but it’s Marco Verratti who turns goalscorer supreme in their 4-0 win over Reims. And why won’t Poch play the kids? Thiago Motta is earning his managerial stripes as Spezia go from strength to strength in Serie A. And Super Mario Balotelli is back with the Azzurri. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Moment of the weekend (01m 30s) • PART 2: A weekend of comebacks in La Liga (05m 00s) • PART 3: Ligue 1 – Messi returns for PSG (19m 00s) • PART 4a: Bundesliga bulletin (31m 00s) • PART 4b: PSV 1-2 Ajax with Yordi Yamali (32m 00s) • PART 5: Motta flying at Spezia and Balotelli back with the Azzurri (38m 00s) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR 33% OFF THE PRICE OF AN ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION • theathletic.com/totally GET IN TOUCH: • follow us on Instagram • find us on Facebook • send us a tweet: @TheTotallyShow READ STUFF ON OUR WEBSITE: • check out thetotallyfootballshow.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ross & Georgia are here with today's Liverpool news, where Rhian Brewster's days at Anfield look numbered after being left out of the squad against Lincoln last night. In other news, Fabrizio Romano has reported that Liverpool expected Ousmane Dembele to sign for them this Summer, but he turned the move down. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Origi New Contract, Dembele Latest | #LFC Transfer News LIVE Paul and Ross are here with today's Liverpool news, where Madrid hero Divock Origi has been offered a new contract and there's an update on Barcelona winger Ousmane Dembele. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.