Latest Football News Today: Ligue 1
- 18-jul (08:00)
Liverpool offered chance to sign South American Man Utd target, player set to move (Football-Talk.co.uk) - 18-jul (08:00)
Bafode Diakite Transfer Rumour (FootballTransferLeague.co.uk) - 18-jul (03:30)
Bayern Munich set to host Olympique Lyonnais and Tottenham Hotspur as preseason schedule revealed (BavarianFootballworks.com) - 18-jul (00:52)
Neymar reborn? Watch his brilliant return strike for Santos after injury layoff – Goal fit for his Barcelona and PSG days (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 17-jul (23:00)
How much of a pipedream was PSG’s Bradley Barcola for Bayern Munich? Now we know (BavarianFootballworks.com) - 17-jul (13:45)
Getting to know Marco Bizot (Aston Villa Official) - 17-jul (12:00)
Forest v Monaco tickets/hospitality packages on sale (Chesterfield Official) - 17-jul (11:44)
Why Liverpool are buying £80m Hugo Ekitike: The 'next Thierry Henry', a natural goalscorer and big-game player - but with one catch (DailyMail - Liverpool) - 17-jul (11:30)
Gordon Strachan tells Birmingham City how to use Kyogo Furuhashi with Rennes warning (Birmingham Mail) - 17-jul (10:03)
PSG aiming for a different kind of world domination (InsideWorldFootball.com)
- 17-jul (08:30)
Man Utd could table ‘firm bid' to seal surprise deal to sign £22m South American - report (Football-Talk.co.uk) - 17-jul (01:46)
AFC refs committee praises Academy that developed 3 match officials for the CWC final (InsideWorldFootball.com) - 16-jul (20:15)
Report: Juventus, Marseille in advanced talks over Timothy Weah deal (BlackWhiteReadAllOver.com) - 16-jul (20:12)
Controversy never ends: One rigorous FIFA rule breach emerges after Chelsea’s Club World Cup victory over PSG (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 16-jul (20:00)
Man Utd plotting bargain swoop to sign experienced Ligue 1 star - report (Football-Talk.co.uk) - 16-jul (19:44)
Marseille in advanced Timothy Weah talks (Soccernews.com - Transfer) - 16-jul (17:03)
Chelsea star rejects two offers in bid to return to former club (Shoot.co.uk - Premier League) - 16-jul (16:17)
Bournemouth complete swoop for Chelsea goalkeeper Petrovic (Soccernews.com - Premier League) - 15-jul (19:25)
Talks held: Man Utd make contact over move to sign former UCL champion - report (Football-Talk.co.uk) - 15-jul (18:02)
Who made the most cash? FIFA Club World Cup 2025 prize money breakdown for Chelsea, PSG, Real Madrid, Manchester City, Inter Miami, and others (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 15-jul (16:48)
This is how the all-time Club World Cup table looks after Chelsea’s championship win (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 15-jul (16:27)
Chelsea's Club World Cup hero Cole Palmer gets stopped for a selfie by NYPD cop after celebrating win over PSG (DailyMail - Chelsea) - 15-jul (15:40)
Ekitike is ready for Premier League after firing for Frankfurt (Skysports.com - Bundesliga) - 15-jul (15:31)
“It’s an amazing feeling” (Aston Villa Official) - 15-jul (14:00)
Stunned Donald Trump's 'gushing' remarks to Melania during the Club World Cup final (DailyMail - Chelsea) - 15-jul (14:00)
Modric aims to take Milan back to the top after penning initial one-year deal (Soccernews.com - Serie A) - 15-jul (10:50)
Colwill backs Chelsea for Premier League and Champions League glory (Soccernews.com - Ligue 1) - 15-jul (10:23)
Club World Cup becomes football’s ultimate cashpoint (InsideWorldFootball.com) - 15-jul (10:03)
Man United keeping tabs on Ligue 1 midfielder (Shoot.co.uk - Premier League) - 15-jul (09:29)
Luis Enrique’s moment of madness (InsideWorldFootball.com) - 15-jul (08:00)
Corentin Tolisso Transfer Rumour (FootballTransferLeague.co.uk) - 15-jul (03:13)
Man Utd make shock move for Lyon midfielder (EyeFootball.com ) - 15-jul (01:01)
Donald Trump snubs Chelsea ceremony and keeps original FIFA Club World Cup 2025 trophy at White House (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 15-jul (00:34)
Man United 'make contact with entourage' of former Bayern Munich star over potential switch to Old Trafford (DailyMail - Man United) - 14-jul (22:59)
FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Best XI star reportedly completes €20M Premier League move (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 14-jul (20:00)
'I still believe...': Chelsea legend urges club to sign replacement for Club World Cup hero (Football-Talk.co.uk) - 14-jul (20:00)
Chelsea show rest of Europe how to stop PSG in the Champions League (The Guardian - Champions League) - 14-jul (19:00)
Liverpool signing £195k/week Chelsea forward would not be a good fit - opinion (Live4Liverpool.com) - 14-jul (17:40)
USMNT midweek viewing guide: MLS, Liga MX, friendlies abroad (StarsAndStripesFC.com) - 14-jul (17:16)
Chelsea once again consider move for Man United star (Shoot.co.uk - Premier League) - 14-jul (16:37)
New footage shows Donald Trump taking a Club World Cup winners' MEDAL as his gatecrashing escalates as it emerges he's keeping the original trophy in the Oval Office (DailyMail - Chelsea) - 14-jul (14:46)
Man United interested in struggling Chelsea star (Shoot.co.uk - Premier League) - 14-jul (12:25)
‘Trump wanted to stay for Chelsea celebration’, says James (Soccernews.com - Premier League) - 14-jul (10:13)
Tickets/hospitality packages on sale for Forest v Monaco at the SMH Group Stadium (Chesterfield Official) - 14-jul (09:11)
Cole Palmer said 'what is he doing?' as he explains baffling Trump trophy lift moment (DailyStar) - 14-jul (08:32)
Luis Enrique gives reason for striking Joao Pedro as PSG boss faces lengthy ban (Express.co.uk - Football) - 14-jul (08:11)
PSG manager Luis Enrique facing potential coaching ban after altercation with Chelsea star (Football-Espana.net) - 14-jul (07:17)
Donald Trump crashes Chelsea trophy lift and Cole Palmer's face speaks a thousand words (Express.co.uk - Football) - 14-jul (07:00)
Bavarian Podcast Works S7E59: What did we learn from the Club World Cup?; Should Bayern Munich pursue Arsenal’s Leandro Trossard; Is it time to get worried about the Nick Woltemade pursuit?; and MORE! (BavarianFootballworks.com) - 14-jul (05:37)
Chelsea’s Cole Palmer surprised to share Club World Cup podium spotlight with U.S. President Donald Trump (TheHindu.com) - 14-jul (04:46)
FIFA sell out sponsorship of Club World Cup on the day of the final; phew…we hit the target boss (InsideWorldFootball.com) - 14-jul (01:39)
Mats Hummels says actions by both Bayern Munich’s Jamal Musiala, PSG’s Gianluigi Donnarumma led to horrific injury (BavarianFootballworks.com) - 14-jul (01:10)
PSG’s Luis Enrique breaks silence on FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final controversy involving Joao Pedro (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 14-jul (01:00)
'He was really good' – Mikel lauds Chelsea captain after midfield masterclass against PSG (AllNigeriaSocer.com) - 14-jul (01:00)
'Played a good game' – Mikel names Chelsea player who surprised him in CWC final (AllNigeriaSocer.com) - 14-jul (00:30)
Report: Bayern Munich, Liverpool among teams eyeing Malick Fofana (BavarianFootballworks.com) - 13-jul (23:30)
Palmer inspires underdog Chelsea past European champion Paris Saint-Germain to win Club World Cup (CBC.ca - Soccer) - 13-jul (23:29)
Enzo Maresca sends final message after Club World Cup masterclass vs. PSG: ‘We won the game in the first 10 minutes’ (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 13-jul (23:27)
Maresca lost for words as Palmer hails relentless Chelsea after Club World Cup triumph (101GreatGoals.com) - 13-jul (22:41)
Video: PSG’s Joao Neves shown straight red card for hair pull on Marc Cucurella in FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 13-jul (22:36)
Chelsea 3-0 Paris Saint-Germain – Report, result, goals as Blues become world champions (101GreatGoals.com) - 13-jul (22:33)
Club World Cup final: Chelsea beats Paris Saint-Germain to lift title as Palmer scores twice and sets up third goal (TheHindu.com) - 13-jul (22:32)
Video: Luis Enrique grabs Joao Pedro by the neck, triggers brawl after PSG’s 3-0 loss to Chelsea in Club World Cup final (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 13-jul (22:31)
Atletico Madrid eye Ligue 1 star as Angel Correa replacement (Football-Espana.net) - 13-jul (22:22)
Luis Enrique strikes Chelsea star Joao Pedro as ugly Club World Cup brawl breaks out (Express.co.uk - Football) - 13-jul (22:18)
‘Clinical’ – Chelsea dismantle Paris Saint-Germain to bank astronomical £93m with Club World Cup title (Talksport.com - Football) - 13-jul (21:25)
Doja Cat, Coldplay, J Balvin, and Tems make history with FIFA Club World Cup 2025 halftime show (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 13-jul (21:17)
Video: Cole Palmer scores brilliant brace for Chelsea against PSG in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 13-jul (21:10)
Video: João Pedro scores stunning third goal in Chelsea vs. PSG in Club World Cup final (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 13-jul (21:05)
When is the next FIFA Club World Cup? 2029 edition already in the works (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 13-jul (20:47)
PSG vs. Chelsea: Confirmed lineups for the FIFA Club World Cup final (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 13-jul (20:37)
Chelsea weigh up move for Mbappe's brother (EyeFootball.com ) - 13-jul (20:23)
Crystal Palace chief Steve Parish breaks silence on Eagles being KICKED OUT of the Europa League - and labels it 'one of the greatest injustices' (DailyMail - Crystal) - 13-jul (20:00)
Ter Stegen’s Barcelona future in doubt as Monaco renew interest - report (BarcaBlauGranes.com) - 13-jul (19:15)
Andy Carroll, 36, completes surprise move to sixth-tier London side and takes minority share in the club just hours after they are taken over by Qatari consortium (DailyMail - Chelsea) - 13-jul (19:12)
FIFPRO president slams FIFA’s Gianni Infantino, Club World Cup before final: ‘The man who thinks he is God’ (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 13-jul (18:55)
Chelsea v Paris Saint-Germain team news: Confirmed line-ups for Club World Cup final (101GreatGoals.com) - 13-jul (18:00)
Chelsea vs. Paris Saint-Germain, 2025 Club World Cup Final: Match thread and discussion (StarsAndStripesFC.com) - 13-jul (15:30)
Club World Cup ´most successful club competition in the world´, insists Infantino (Soccernews.com - Premier League) - 13-jul (15:04)
How to watch the Club World Cup 2025 final for free in the UK (Bolton News - Wanderers) - 13-jul (12:30)
Modric posts emotional Real Madrid farewell after Club World Cup exit (Soccernews.com - Serie A) - 13-jul (10:45)
Key duo start as Maresca makes 2 changes | Predicted Chelsea XI vs PSG (Football-Talk.co.uk) - 13-jul (09:07)
Barcelona interested in Chelsea striker (Shoot.co.uk - Premier League) - 13-jul (06:02)
PSG join Ridgeon race (HammyEnd.com) - 13-jul (05:09)
Luis Enrique delivers final message to PSG after ‘historic season’ ahead of FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final vs. Chelsea (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 13-jul (04:02)
FIFA president Gianni Infantino responds to Enzo Fernandez’s concerns about heat ahead of 2026 World Cup (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 13-jul (04:00)
PSG never did this with golden trio of Lionel Messi, Neymar, and Kylian Mbappe — Now Luis Enrique wants it all (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 13-jul (03:27)
Prize money breakdown for 2025 FIFA Club World Cup final: How much PSG or Chelsea stand to earn (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 13-jul (03:07)
The secret weapon Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Neymar’s PSG never used: Kick-off routine could decide FIFA Club World Cup final vs. Chelsea (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 13-jul (02:30)
Only one can reign: Kylian Mbappe or Vinicius? Real Madrid prepares for ruthless decision in Xabi Alonso’s tactical shake-up (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 13-jul (01:00)
Super Eagles-eligible duo left on bench as Chelsea beat PSG to win Fifa Club World Cup (AllNigeriaSocer.com) - 12-jul (21:14)
Luis Enrique eschews star status as PSG target Club World Cup glory (Soccernews.com - Premier League) - 12-jul (20:37)
Chelsea star exits FIFA Club World Cup 2025 squad ahead of PSG final for $70 million transfer deal (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 12-jul (16:04)
Parish plots Crystal Palace response after demotion with Uefa braced for fight (The Guardian - Europa League) - 12-jul (12:22)
Chelsea star returns to UK before Club World Cup final (Shoot.co.uk - Premier League) - 12-jul (11:15)
Maresca aiming to spring a surprise against ´best in world´ PSG (Soccernews.com - Premier League) - 12-jul (11:00)
Vertical tiki-taka and constant pressing – The secret behind Luis Enrique’s success at PSG (Transfermarkt.co.uk) - 12-jul (10:00)
‘I nearly signed for Spurs, but decided on Monaco. A guy also called to ask me if I wanted to join Chelsea, but I said no. I wanted to stay at Inter at the time’ Christian Vieri reveals his Premier League snubs (FourFourTwo.com) - 12-jul (08:42)
Chelsea enquire about Barcelona star (Shoot.co.uk - Premier League) - 12-jul (08:00)
Why there will be no Club World Cup trophy parade for Chelsea (FourFourTwo.com) - 12-jul (07:57)
Asencio apologizes to Real Madrid fans on his social media after Club World Cup miscues (ManagingMadrid.com) - 12-jul (01:00)
Man Utd to benefit financially from Oyedele's imminent move to Chelsea's sister club (AllNigeriaSocer.com) - 11-jul (23:31)
Raul Asencio apologizes to Real Madrid after disastrous FIFA Club World Cup loss to PSG (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 11-jul (22:46)
John Obi Mikel names the one Chelsea star who would make Paris-Saint Germain squad – and it’s not Cole Palmer (Talksport.com - Premier League) - 11-jul (22:40)
Punishment incoming at Real Madrid? Xabi Alonso to act after Kylian Mbappe-Vinicius letdown at 2025 FIFA Club World Cup (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 11-jul (22:21)
Chelsea vs. PSG: Will the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup winner automatically qualify for the 2029 edition? (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 11-jul (22:07)
2025 FIFA Club World Cup Final Chelsea vs. PSG Halftime Show: Performers, start time, and how to watch (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 11-jul (21:38)
Chelsea expected to sell Club World Cup regular (Shoot.co.uk - Premier League) - 11-jul (21:30)
Is Moises Caicedo playing vs PSG? Enzo Maresca addresses Chelsea star’s status prior to Club World Cup final (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 11-jul (20:09)
Chelsea accept £25 million bid for ‘keeper (Shoot.co.uk - Premier League) - 11-jul (18:28)
End of the road for Real Madrid and Fluminense: Why there’s no FIFA Club World Cup third-place game for Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham, and Vinicius (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 11-jul (17:57)
Supercomputer predicts 2025 FIFA Club World Cup final: Chelsea or PSG to lift the trophy? (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 11-jul (17:43)
Crystal Palace KICKED OUT of Europa League: UEFA statement confirms FA Cup winners are Euro-relegated as Lyon keep their place (DailyMail - Crystal) - 11-jul (17:30)
Crystal Palace’s fate in the Europa League decided amid Lyon reprieve (FourFourTwo.com) - 11-jul (16:22)
Chelsea star Enzo Fernandez issues key warning to FIFA over Club World Cup concerns ahead of 2026 World Cup (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 11-jul (09:26)
Real Madrid and Rodrygo 'set for exit talks next week' as the forward's preference is revealed after falling out of favour under Xabi Alonso (DailyMail - Real Madrid) - 11-jul (08:48)
Arsenal agree Noni Madueke fee with Chelsea - with personal terms not an issue - as Mikel Arteta closes in on latest summer signing (DailyMail - Arsenal) - 11-jul (07:29)
Textor’s Lyon win could be Palace’s Europa League loss (InsideWorldFootball.com) - 11-jul (02:21)
PSG’s 2025 FIFA Club World Cup payday revealed: What victory over Chelsea would be worth for Ousmane Dembele and Luis Enrique (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 11-jul (01:35)
Real Madrid’s 2025 FIFA Club World Cup payday: What Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham, and Vinicius took home (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 11-jul (01:05)
Luka Modrić Bids Farewell to Real Madrid After Club World Cup Exit: “An Era Has Ended” (ManagingMadrid.com) - 11-jul (01:01)
Courtois: “We were always a little late and when you arrive late everyone is out of position” (ManagingMadrid.com) - 11-jul (00:53)
Guti And Luis Enrique Defend Xabi Alonso After Real Madrid’s 4-0 Defeat to PSG (ManagingMadrid.com) - 11-jul (00:31)
Trent Alexander-Arnold set to undergo injury tests after missing Club World Cup semi-final defeat to PSG - with Real Madrid team-mate facing weeks out (DailyMail - Real Madrid) - 10-jul (22:34)
Competition too fierce under Xabi Alonso: Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham and Vinicius force Real Madrid star toward exit door (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 10-jul (21:26)
BFW Question of the Day — July 10th, 2025: Is Paris Saint-Germain too good? (BavarianFootballworks.com) - 10-jul (21:26)
“Always going to be a Madridista” – Luka Modric says goodbye to Real Madrid after final appearance (Football-Espana.net) - 10-jul (20:58)
Premier League star completes medical at Tottenham (Shoot.co.uk - Premier League) - 10-jul (19:01)
‘The problem is me’ – John Textor details Lyon situation with Crystal Palace in danger of Europa League ban (Talksport.com - Football) - 10-jul (18:38)
Ibrahima Konate intends to leave Liverpool – contract decision made amid Real Madrid interest (Football-Espana.net) - 10-jul (18:20)
Messi’s Club World Cup record exposes Real Madrid’s struggles (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 10-jul (17:29)
Villans grind under sunny skies (Aston Villa Official) - 10-jul (16:25)
Romano: West Ham Target Told he Can Leave | (Claretandhugh) - 10-jul (16:11)
Next FIFA Club World Cup is closer than you think: Four teams already booked their spot for 2029 even before Chelsea vs PSG final (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 10-jul (15:28)
Modrić is just the start: Real Madrid’s golden era icons forced out after Club World Cup (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 10-jul (15:03)
Man United confirm signing of France youth international forward - before announcing immediate loan to Ineos-owned club (DailyMail - Man United) - 10-jul (14:30)
Why Dembélé holds the upper hand over Lamine Yamal in the 2025 Ballon d’Or race (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 10-jul (13:48)
Textor insists Palace influence ‘not decisive’ as club fear Europa League ban (The Guardian - Europa League) - 10-jul (12:43)
Chelsea vs Paris Saint-Germain LIVE commentary: UK kick-off time and how to watch Club World Cup final for FREE (Talksport.com - Football) - 10-jul (11:32)
Courtois urges Real Madrid attackers to learn from PSG (Soccernews.com - Ligue 1) - 10-jul (09:00)
AS Roma ticket details (Aston Villa Official) - 10-jul (08:28)
Olympique Lyonnais saved from relegation on appeal (InsideWorldFootball.com) - 10-jul (05:00)
Lille join race to sign Aston Villa and Ajax transfer target (Birmingham Mail) - 10-jul (04:53)
After routing Real Madrid in Club World Cup, PSG eyes Chelsea and historic quadruple (TheHindu.com) - 10-jul (04:45)
Club World Cup 2025: Fabián Ruiz scores two goals and PSG routs Real Madrid 4-0 to reach final (TheHindu.com) - 10-jul (01:00)
'Nobody wants to play them' – Mikel doubts Chelsea's chances against Paris Saint-Germain (AllNigeriaSocer.com) - 09-jul (23:14)
Paris Saint-Germain 4-0 Real Madrid: European champions storm into Club World Cup final (Soccernews.com - Ligue 1) - 09-jul (22:13)
Video: Gonçalo Ramos scores against Real Madrid and pays tribute to Diogo Jota (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 09-jul (22:08)
Paris Saint-Germain blow Real Madrid away as Ousmane Dembele achieves feat not done since records began (Talksport.com - Football) - 09-jul (22:08)
Paris Saint-Germain 4-0 Real Madrid: European champions cruise into Club World Cup final after masterclass (101GreatGoals.com) - 09-jul (22:06)
Chelsea vs. PSG: When and where is the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup final? All the details (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 09-jul (22:00)
Sweden Left-Back Signs Up For United (Leeds United Mad) - 09-jul (20:35)
´No one to blame´ for Club World Cup injury, says Bayern´s Musiala (Soccernews.com - Ligue 1) - 09-jul (20:33)
PSG vs Real Madrid: Confirmed lineups for the 2025 Club World Cup semifinal (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 09-jul (20:30)
Video: Dembélé scores stunning goal to make it 2–0 for PSG vs Real Madrid in Club World Cup (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 09-jul (20:02)
Kylian Mbappe’s shocking physical drop explained: The unexpected reason for Real Madrid star’s hospital scare at FIFA Club World Cup (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 09-jul (19:20)
Mbappé drops PSG harassment complaint but still wants his €55m back pay (InsideWorldFootball.com) - 09-jul (18:55)
Paris Saint-Germain vs Real Madrid: Line-ups revealed as European heavyweights clash in bid for Club World Cup final spot (101GreatGoals.com) - 09-jul (18:55)
Why is Trent Alexander-Arnold not playing for Real Madrid against PSG in FIFA Club World Cup 2025 semifinal? (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 09-jul (18:33)
Luis Enrique breaks silence on Kylian Mbappe reunion at 2025 FIFA Club World Cup: PSG boss drops chilling four-word message (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 09-jul (18:30)
Crystal Palace set to be THROWN OUT of the Europa League, as Lyon win appeal to stay in France's top flight... and another Premier League club is primed to replace them (DailyMail - Crystal) - 09-jul (18:28)
Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe aims subtle one-word dig at PSG ahead of FIFA Club World Cup clash – Lionel Messi and Neymar not spared either (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 09-jul (17:47)
Will Kylian Mbappé play in Real Madrid vs PSG Club World Cup semifinal? (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 09-jul (17:02)
Chelsea ‘keeper could make Premier League switch (Shoot.co.uk - Premier League) - 09-jul (16:03)
Kylian Mbappe’s feat in sight as PSG aims for more than just glory: Stunning records Ousmane Dembele and co. could break at FIFA Club World Cup (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 09-jul (16:01)
Jamal Musiala to Gianluigi Donnarumma: Powerful five-word message that shows his class after shock FIFA Club World Cup injury (WorldSoccerTalk.com) - 09-jul (14:54)
Palace's Europa League status in doubt as Lyon relegation overturned (Skysports.com - Ligue 1) - 09-jul (14:47)
Crystal Palace’s Europa League hopes dealt blow after Lyon win relegation appeal (The Guardian - Europa League)