Lorient news

Week 36 proved to be productive for African stars although they suffered contrasting fortunes in the French elite division on Sunday

The visitors can move back into second with victory against their lowly hosts, but will likely face a tough test

The 22-year-old Super Eagle hit the target but could not help Les Merlus secure maximum points despite playing at home

The African stars scored in the second half as they claimed victory in an eight-goal thriller

Thanks to his maiden French top-flight strike against the Maroons, the Burkina Faso international becomes the club’s second-youngest scorer

Week 32 proved to be productive for African stars as they suffered contrasting fortunes in the French elite division on Sunday

The Brazilian reminded supporters of just how effective he can be in the final third during his latest Ligue 1 outing

The Argentine boss described the defender as a "great champion" following his side thrashing Lorient in Ligue 1

GOAL looks at how various talents from the continent performed in their club’s engagements just after the international break

The Nigerian’s fifth strike of the season was not enough for the Merlucciidaes as they crumbled to Mauricio Pochettino’s men in Paris

Look back at the day's football fixtures, including Barca vs Sevilla, Premier League, Juve vs Inter and more

The Spanish midfielder has weighed in on a variety of subjects as he continues to form part of a star-studded squad at Parc des Princes