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Why Haaland wasn't included in City's squad to face Leeds

Erling Haaland was a surprise absentee from Manchester City's squad to face Leeds United in the Premier League at Elland Road on Saturday, with the superstar striker missing out through a minor injury. Haaland leads the Golden Boot standings but will have to wait until midweek at the earliest to get back on the goals trail after missing out on the trip to Yorkshire.

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Man City set Rodri asking price as Real Madrid step up pursuit

Real Madrid's pursuit of Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri could be intensified as the Spanish giants were set a price tag. The English club are supposedly open to letting their key player go, but would require a sizeable fee to part with his services. However, with Rodri's contract set to expire at the end of next season, Madrid may strike a bargain.

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New deal for Maguire? Carrick hints at Man Utd contract

Michael Carrick has hinted that Manchester United may offer centre-back Harry Maguire a new deal at Old Trafford. Maguire's current contract expires at the end of the season, though the England international is keen to prolong his stay at the club. Maguire has come back into favour at United after Carrick succeeded Ruben Amorim at the United helm.

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Sign Darwin! Chelsea told Nunez could be another Bergkamp

Chelsea have been advised to consider a transfer swoop for Darwin Nunez, with Marcel Desailly telling the Blues why the ex-Liverpool forward could end up being another Dennis Bergkamp. The mercurial Uruguayan striker endured a tough spell at Anfield, but a World Cup winner believes that he could thrive in the right surroundings - as Bergkamp once did at Arsenal.

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Revealed: How much it will cost to sign Newcastle stars

Manchester United, Manchester City and Liverpool, among others, have been told how much it will cost to lure Newcastle's star players away from St. James' Park this summer. A host of key Magpies players have been linked with departures in recent months as Premier League rivals seek to exploit their sub-par season to boost their own respective squads.

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Andre Onana backed to ‘fight’ for Man Utd redemption

Andre Onana has been backed to fight for his Manchester United place once his loan spell with Trabzonspor comes to a close in the summer. The Cameroon international moved to the Turkish Super Lig side for the season last September following the arrival of Senne Lammens from Belgian side Antwerp. The 23-year-old has since established himself as first choice at Old Trafford.

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How Arsenal are unlocking potential in 'nightmare' Gyokeres

Arsenal are on the right path to unlocking Viktor Gyokeres' full potential, according to head coach Mikel Arteta. The Swede moved to the Premier League leaders in a deal worth an initial £54.8m last summer having shone for Sporting CP. Gyokeres scored 39 league goals and registered an additional seven assists as the Portuguese powerhouse pipped rivals Benfica to the title.

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'Lowest I've felt' - Wan-Bissaka on homesickness at Man Utd

Former Manchester United defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka has revealed how much he suffered when he first joined the club in 2019. In an honest and open interview, the player gave an insight into his struggles to adapt to his new life after leaving his friends and family behind in London. And he revealed the lengths he would go to in order to stay in touch with his loved ones.

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Salah ‘increasingly likely’ to leave amid Saudi & MLS links

Mohamed Salah is "increasingly likely" to leave Liverpool this summer as the Reds look to avoid losing the Egypt international on a free next year. Salah has a little over 12 months left to run on the two-year contract extension he signed last April and Liverpool would be happier to cash in on the forward rather than let him see out his deal.

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Next Man Utd boss? Why Southgate plans a ‘different movie’

Former England boss Gareth Southgate has sought to distance himself from reports suggesting that he could make a return to club management with Manchester United. The 55-year-old stepped down from his role with the Three Lions after enduring more European Championship heartache in 2024. Rather than heading back to the dugout, Southgate is planning to star in a “different movie”.

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Man Utd must avoid Amorim-like Glasner in search for next boss

Just five months ago Oliver Glasner was looking like a serious candidate to be the next Manchester United manager. On the day serious doubts about Ruben Amorim's future began to emerge following the limp defeat at Brentford in late September, Glasner's Crystal Palace beat Liverpool, halting the Red's seven-game winning streak and leaving the Eagles as the only unbeaten team in the Premier League.

West Ham United v Sunderland - Premier League

West Ham may be forced to sell Bowen amid Man Utd links

West Ham United may be forced to sell Jarrod Bowen this summer, as the staggering cost of relegation from the Premier League has been revealed. Reports suggest that Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the winger should the Irons make him available in the summer.

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Chelsea held team meeting after Wesley Fofana racial abuse

Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior has revealed that the squad held a team meeting in the wake of the vile racist abuse Wesley Fofana received in a bid to help the group move from the incident. The Frenchman was targeted following his dismissal against Burnley last weekend as he received a second yellow card late on in the 1-1 draw with the Clarets.

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'Difficult' - Wan Bissaka on relationship with Man Utd coach

Aaron Wan-Bissaka has lifted the lid on his complicated relationship with former Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag and explained what led to him leaving the Red Devils to join West Ham in 2024. Wan-Bissaka joined United in 2019 from Crystal Palace for £50m but he has revealed how difficult it was for him to settle in at the club despite him getting on with then coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.

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What's going on with De Ligt? Carrick gives update

Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has given an update on Matthijs de Ligt as the Dutchman continues his recovery from a back injury. The coach also had positive news about another stricken United player as his side prepare to welcome Crystal Palace to Old Trafford on Sunday, when the Red Devils will be looking for their fourth consecutive home victory.

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Di Maria blasts coach for 's**t' time at Man Utd

Angel di Maria has lifted the lid on why his time at Manchester United was such a disappointment. The winger joined United for a then club record fee of £60m just after helping Real Madrid win their first Champions League in 12 years and reaching the World Cup final with Argentina. But after a promising start he began to struggle at the Red Devils and sought an exit after his first season.

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'Not here to give advice to Arteta!' - Guardiola snaps back at reporter

A nonplussed Pep Guardiola dismissed a question from a reporter that related to Mikel Arteta chasing his first Premier League title as a manager, insisting that he had not attended his pre-match press conference to offer advice to the Arsenal boss. Manchester City face Leeds on Saturday evening as they look to close the gap at the top of the table to two points, with the Gunners not in action until Sunday, when they host Chelsea.

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USMNT ace Aaronson tipped to spark 'silly money' transfer talk

USMNT star Brenden Aaronson is being tipped to spark “silly money” transfer talk if club form in the Premier League at Leeds United can be carried over into international duty at the 2026 World Cup. Ex-Elland Road midfielder Lee Sharpe has told GOAL why a playmaker that is full of confidence could have some big decisions to make on his future this summer.

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Real Madrid fear Mbappe could miss Man City clash

Real Madrid have been plunged into a state of nervous anticipation following the Champions League draw in Nyon after club director Emilio Butragueno admitted that Kylian Mbappe is a major doubt for their upcoming showdown with Manchester City. The fitness of the French superstar has overshadowed the excitement of the draw, with the forward currently sidelined with an injury that has no definitive recovery timeline.

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Slot defends Salah with brutal put-down of Ekitike & Gakpo

Liverpool boss Arne Slot has sought to defend Mohamed Salah from critics of his recent output, with the Dutchman pointing out that Hugo Ekitike and Cody Gakpo have hardly been prolific of late. The Reds are hoping to see their attacking unit rediscover a spark in domestic and European competition, with the business end of another thrilling campaign being reached.

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Enrique warns Chelsea and Liverpool over PSG UCL threat

Luis Enrique has sent a clear message to the rest of Europe following the Champions League knockout stage draw, insisting that Paris Saint-Germain are no longer flying under the radar. The Spanish tactician, who has transformed the culture at the Parc des Princes, believes his side is now viewed as a genuine heavyweight capable of lifting the trophy for a second consecutive year.

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Rashford warned over 'lazy & half-hearted' return to Man Utd

Marcus Rashford has been warned over making a “lazy” and “half-hearted” return to Manchester United. The Old Trafford academy graduate is facing an uncertain future as Barcelona mull over whether to turn a loan deal at Camp Nou into a permanent transfer. Ex-Red Devils star Lee Sharpe has told GOAL why Rashford has some big decisions to make in 2026.

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Four in a row? Wrexham target ‘one of the greatest achievements’

Wrexham continue to chase down a fourth successive promotion, with ex-Red Dragons star Frank Sinclair telling GOAL why going back-to-back-to-back-to-back would be one of the greatest achievements in British football history. Hollywood co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac are hoping to make that dream come true, with collective sights now locked on the Premier League.

Frequently asked questions

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have won the Ligue 1 title 12 times, more than any other club. Their first win was in 1986, and they claimed their record-breaking 12th title in 2023, surpassing AS Saint-Etienne.

The Ligue 1 consists of 18 teams since the 2023-24 season, prior to which 20 teams took part in the league. The inaugural season of the French first division in 1932-33 also consisted of 20 teams, divided in two groups of 10 teams each.

Mickael Landreau holds the record for the most Ligue 1 appearances, with 618 matches as a goalkeeper. His career spanned nearly two decades, playing for clubs like Nantes, Paris Saint-Germain, Lille, and Bastia.

Delio Onnis holds the record as the all-time top scorer in Ligue 1 with 299 goals. Playing as a centre-forward, his remarkable goal-scoring feats spanned the 1970s and 1980s, where he starred for clubs like AS Monaco and Reims, making him a legend in French football.

As of 2024, Dimitri Payet holds the record for the most assists in Ligue 1 history, with a total of 130 assists. The attacking midfielder achieved this milestone during his successful stints with several clubs, including Marseille and Lille.

Pierre Braine holds the record of being the oldest player in Ligue 1 history, aged almost 45 years in a Ligue 1 game in 1945.

At 15 years and 225 days, Kalman Gerencseri is the youngest player in Ligue 1 history. The Frenchman played for Lens against Monaco in a Ligue 1 game in 1960.

Notable players who have graced Ligue 1 include legends like Zinedine Zidane, George Weah, Thierry Henry, David Beckham, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Ronaldinho, Neymar, and Kylian Mbappe.

Prominent managers in Ligue 1 include Arsene Wenger, Laurent Blanc, Carlo Ancelotti, Adi Hutter, Luis Enrique, etc.

The Orange Velodrome in Marseille is the largest stadium in Ligue 1, with a capacity of 67,394 spectators. Home to Marseille since 1937, it is renowned for its electric atmosphere and hosting significant football events in France.

Neymar is indeed the most expensive player in Ligue 1 history. His transfer from Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain in 2017 was valued at a record €222 million, which remains the highest transfer fee ever paid for a player.