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After the triumph in the Super Cup and a success in the Champions League, Dino Toppmöller was suddenly sacked by RC Lens. The former Frankfurt coach has now spoken about the background.
RC Lens have sacked coach Dino Toppmöller after just 91 days despite winning a title. The reasons for that are likely to be more complex than initially thought.
After just six games in charge, Dino Toppmöller’s time as RC Lens coach already appears to be over. The reason for the split is allegedly not due to dissatisfaction with results on the pitch.
Ruben Aguilar labelled RC Lens's thrilling 3-2 Champions League win over Slavia Prague as completely unpredictable after scoring a 93rd-minute winner. The full-back praised the unique culture at the club alongside his close bond with fellow goalscorer Florian Thauvin.
Florian Thauvin praised the incredible mental strength of RC Lens after avoiding a nightmare defeat against ten-man Slavia Prague. The French forward scored a dramatic 91st-minute equaliser before Ruben Aguilar completed a wild 3-2 Champions League comeback.
West Ham United have confirmed that French centre-back Jean-Clair Todibo has departed the London Stadium to join Ligue 1 side RC Lens on a season-long loan deal. The move marks a swift return to his homeland for the defender, who has struggled to maintain a regular starting spot under the current management Nuno Espirito Santo in East London.
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.
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