Luis Enrique

Florian Thauvin’s first-half goal was enough for Lens to defeat Paris Saint-Germain 1-0 and lift the Trophée des Champions for the first time in club history. Thauvin Gives Lens the Lead PSG started brightly and looked to control the match, but Lens struck first in the 32nd minute. Abdallah Sima linked up with Matthieu Udol, whose delivery found Florian Thauvin at the far post. The forward finished past Matvey Safonov to put Lens 1-0 ahead. Lens Reduced to 10 Men The game changed

LIVERPOOL — Liverpool’s pursuit of Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola appears to be gathering momentum, with fresh reports suggesting the France international is open to an Anfield move while discussions over a potential transfer continue. Barcola has returned to PSG following his post-World Cup break and has been included in the French club’s travelling squad for the UEFA Super Cup. His involvement does not end the transfer speculation, however, with Liverpool continuing to be strongly linked with the 23-year-old. Barcola Reportedly Open to

Paris Saint-Germain fired coach Christophe Galtier after a disappointing season, with former Spain and Barcelona manager Luis Enrique expected to be announced as his successor on Wednesday. PSG in a statement thanked Galtier, who had one year left to run on his contract, “for his professionalism and commitment.” Galtier’s assistants Thierry Oleksiak and João Sacramento have also been fired and won’t be part of the next coach’s staff. PSG has announced a press conference later on Wednesday without elaborating. In its so far