FC Nantes prepares to host Clermont Foot at the Stade de la Beaujoire for the 11th round of the Ligue 2 season, aiming to secure a vital victory in front of home supporters, Ouest-France reported. The fixture brings together a Nantes side looking for consistency and a Clermont squad still searching for their first win … Read more
FC Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal finished third in the 2026 Ballon d’Or voting behind Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappé. In response to the result, club president Joan Laporta urged the 19-year-old forward to use the ranking as fuel for future success. Laporta Outlines Motivation Plan for Yamal The voting outcome concluded a tight race at … Read more
FC Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick offered high praise for José Mourinho on Saturday, ahead of his side’s fixture against Real Madrid at the Camp Nou. Speaking to reporters on the eve of Sunday’s clash, the German manager pointed to Mourinho’s long career and extensive trophy collection as clear indicators of elite coaching ability. Respect … Read more
FC Nantes Ends Acquisition Talks With Phenix Capital After Financial Guarantees Fail The FC Nantes ownership has formally terminated exclusive takeover discussions with Phenix Capital nearly a month after entering negotiations, as reported by Ouest-France. Club president Waldemar Kita announced the breakdown of the deal on Thursday, October 22, citing the prospective buyers’ failure to … Read more
Olympique Lyonnais supporters will not be permitted to travel to the Parc des Princes for their upcoming Ligue 1 fixture against Paris Saint-Germain on October 25, 2026. The decision arrives via an official prefectural order that shuts down visiting ticket allocations and imposes strict perimeter restrictions around the stadium. Prefecture Imposes Strict Perimeter Bans Around … Read more
Paulo Tavares Fires Back at Critics Over Proposed FC Nantes Takeover Prospective FC Nantes owner Paulo Tavares has broken his silence on social media to address mounting skepticism surrounding his group’s high-profile takeover bid. The proposed transaction, which would see investors led by Tavares acquire the Ligue 2 side from longtime owner Waldemar Kita for … Read more
FC Nantes owner Waldemar Kita has entered exclusive negotiations to sell the Ligue 2 club to a consortium of French, Luxembourgish, and Portuguese investors led by Franco-Portuguese dealmaker Paulo Tavares. Reporting indicates that a conditional sales agreement or put option was signed, marking a significant step toward ending Kita’s more than 19-year tenure at Stade … Read more
FC Nantes will play two preparation matches against Ligue 1 opponents during the upcoming international break to maintain match sharpness and test squad depth, according to reports from Ouest-France. The fixtures arrive as head coach Grégory Poirier looks to refine his tactical setup during the competitive pause. Le Mans and Lorient Line Up as Friendly … Read more
Olympique Lyonnais manager Paulo Fonseca has validated the immediate impact of new winger Keito Nakamura, following the Japanese international’s standout performance and decisive goal during a 2-1 victory over Anderlecht in the UEFA Europa League. Playing his first official match and earning his inaugural start for Les Gones, the 26-year-old attacker netted the crucial break … Read more
Waldemar Kita has confirmed receiving three separate buyout proposals for FC Nantes, marking a significant shift as the businessman approaches his twentieth year at the helm of the Ligue 2 club. Speaking in an interview reported by regional and national outlets, the club’s president and owner admitted to profound personal doubts and a willingness to … Read more