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Arsenal Close In On Deal For 20-Year-Old Sanogo
It appears that Arsenal have won the race to sign 20-year-old Auxerre striker Yaya Sanogo. Continue reading
Toulon Tournament Draw Made
The draw for this year’s Toulon Tournament – beginning May 28th in France – has been made. Continue reading
Reading and Sevilla Chase French Starlet
Premier League newcomers Reading and Spanish giants Sevilla are both in the chase for French Under 19 international, Geoffrey Kondogbia. The versatile 19-year-old, who can play centre back, left back or central midfield, was a regular at French Ligue 2 side Racing Club de Lens last season and has an impressive performance tally with the French … Continue reading
Fergie Blasts Pogba After Juventus Move
Sir Alex Ferguson has let rip at Paul Pogba, claiming he has a lack of respect following the teenager’s move to Juventus. The deal to take the 19-year-old to the Italian champions is not confirmed yet but is expected to be in the next few days. United were keen to offer the French striker new … Continue reading
Estonia Matchday One: Chalobah Saves England
After going a goal behind against Croatia in their opening game of this year’s European Under 19 Championship, England hit back immediately through Chelsea youngster Nathaniel Chalobah to spare a draw. Domagoj Pavicic’s 57th minute effort from just outside the 18-yard box opened the scoring for Croatia but Chalobah found the corner of the net three … Continue reading
Young Lions Learn Fate in European Under 19 Championship Draw
England will face France, Croatia and Serbia in the European Under 19 Championship, which kicks off in July. Hosts Estonia will meet the holders Spain as well as Portugal and Greece. England will be glad to avoid Spain, who always pose a constant threat at this level. But they must be wary about the challenge … Continue reading
European Under 19 Championship Draw
England will learn their fate for this summer’s European Under 19 Championship when the draw is made later this afternoon. The draw, held in Tallin, Estonia, sees eight teams pitted into two groups of four. The tournament will be held from 3rd July till 15th July in the eastern European nation and also acts as … Continue reading
African Cup of Nations: Younes Belhanda
Montpellier have been in scintillating form in the French Ligue 1 this season which has seen them rise into second-place behind a rejuvenated Paris St Germain side. Younes Belhanda has been a revelation behind their success this season and is looking to make a huge impression as Morocco fight for only their second ever title. The 21-year-old has … Continue reading
Peacock Names Squad for Algarve Tournament
John Peacock has selected his England Under 17 squad for next month’s Algarve Tournament in Portugal. The annual tournament sees England face Portugal, France and Netherlands within the period of five days in a bid to retain the title that they last won in 2010. The tournament kicks off on Thursday 2nd February when England … Continue reading
The Fall of AS Monaco
It seems difficult to believe that it was less than 8 years ago when AS Monaco were lining up against FC Porto in Gelsenkirchen, preparing themselves to battle for the first Champions League trophy in their history. Today, they sit bottom of France’s Ligue 2, pondering on the possibility of relegation for a second consecutive … Continue reading
One to Watch: SM Caen’s M’Baye Niang
The youngest debutant in SM Caen’s history is set to take the French Ligue by storm in the next few seasons and will undoubtedly be on the radar of some of Europe’s top clubs. Niang is the second youngest player to score in the top French tier ever in history and has become a regular in … Continue reading
England Qualify for Semis at France Expense
England’s 3-0 triumph over Serbia propelled them into the semi-finals of the European Under 17 Championships. France could have stopped England’s qualification but were beaten 1-0 by group leaders Denmark as they only managed to qualify for the Under 17 World Cup in Mexico. England’s victory was all but secure only 18 minutes into the … Continue reading
