Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly surprised by the referee's official match report following Nuno Mendes' late red card against Lens. Les Parisiens fear the specific wording used by match official Jeremie Pignard could result in a severe suspension for the Portuguese full-back.
Lens secured a 1-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain to win the Trophee des Champions thanks to a goal from Florian Thauvin. However, the French governing body LFP has faced fierce criticism for staging the fixture at Lens' home stadium despite rules stipulating a neutral venue.
Florian Thauvin scored a decisive first-half goal as Lens pulled off a major upset to defeat Paris Saint-Germain 1-0 in the Trophée des Champions on Sunday. Despite going down to 10 men just before half-time, the hosts defended heroically to frustrate Luis Enrique’s side and secure the first piece of domestic silverware of the season in front of a passionate home crowd.
Thorgan Hazard has officially completed an emotional return to his boyhood club Lens, signing a long-term deal following his departure from Anderlecht. The Belgian international, brother of former Chelsea and Real Madrid icon Eden Hazard, returns to the Stade Bollaert-Delelis fourteen years after first breaking into the professional ranks with the club.
Crystal Palace have moved decisively to secure their next managerial appointment, reaching an agreement with ex-Lens head coach Pierre Sage. The Frenchman, who led Lens to the Coupe de France title and a runners-up finish in Ligue 1 last season, is set to succeed Oliver Glasner at Selhurst Park on a three-year contract.
Olympia Agnonese
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