Lyon moved top of Ligue 1 after holding on to beat Nice 2-1 at home, despite playing the final 20 minutes with 10 men.

The match began cautiously, with both sides involved in a series of strong physical challenges during a cagey opening quarter of an hour. Nice, though, needed only one clear opportunity to break the deadlock.

Elye Wahi supplied the finish in the 18th minute, turning Jonathan Clauss’ precise cross from the right into the net at the first attempt. Lyon responded quickly, with Kail Boudache forcing a strong save from Nice goalkeeper Yehvann Diouf with a powerful strike.

Diouf could not prevent the equaliser in the 32nd minute. Johan Duranville cut inside from the left and sent a low shot towards goal. The effort appeared to be one Diouf should have dealt with, but he spilled the ball at the feet of Pavel Sulc, who reacted smartly to score.

Lyon completed the turnaround only four minutes later. Zachary Athekame delivered an excellent cross and Tanner Tessmann rose above the Nice defence to head Paulo Fonseca’s side in front. Lyon maintained their 2-1 advantage until half-time.

Nice came close to restoring parity seven minutes into the second half when captain Axel Witsel met another dangerous delivery from Clauss with a powerful header. The ball struck the crossbar and bounced away.

Olivier Pantaloni’s team continued to apply pressure, although Mohamed Amoura and Gauthier Hein were unable to seriously test Remy Descamps in the Lyon goal.

The hosts were reduced to 10 men in the 70th minute, less than 10 minutes after Keito Nakamura had entered the game. He was shown a straight red card after catching Mohamed Abdelmonem with a high boot.

Nice almost took immediate advantage. Wahi met a cross with a header, but the effort struck the post as the woodwork came to Lyon’s rescue for a second time.

The visitors continued to search for an equaliser in the closing stages, and Wahi appeared to have found it in stoppage time. However, his celebrations ended when the goal was ruled out for the narrowest of offside decisions.

The defeat stops Nice’s mini-revival at two consecutive wins, leaving them 13th in the table. Lyon are one of four teams on 14 points, but their superior goal difference puts them top after a fifth victory in their past six meetings with the side from the Cote d’Azur.

Zachary Athekame was named Flashscore Man of the Match for Lyon.

Lorient secured consecutive Ligue 1 victories for the first time in 21 attempts by beating AS Monaco 1-0 at Stade du Moustoir - Yves Allainmat.

The result prevented Monaco from finishing the weekend at the top of the table, while Lorient climbed six places despite having won only four of their past 11 competitive home matches, drawing three and losing four.

It was a subdued opening, with neither side able to establish control in the final third. There was only one attempt in the first 15 minutes, when Ansu Fati headed over the crossbar.

Possession was evenly shared, but much of the game was played in a crowded midfield. Both teams repeatedly moved the ball sideways or back towards their defence, producing few openings.

Matthis Abline’s attempt from 25 yards, which flew into the crowd, reflected the lack of quality during a disappointing first half.

As Monaco pushed their full-backs forward, they left space for Lorient to attack behind them. Arsene Kouassi found room on several occasions but could not deliver a final ball for a team-mate.

Monaco created their best opportunity of the opening period after Ibrahima Balde used excellent skill to open up the Lorient defence on the half-hour mark. His shot was blocked, however, and three further efforts from the visitors before the break failed to seriously trouble the hosts.

Monaco started the second half with greater urgency and produced three chances within two minutes of the restart. Lorient remained competitive through their physical approach, with Montassar Talbi and Nathaniel Adjei providing a formidable defensive barrier.

The pair had won nine duels between them by the end of the match, helping Lorient withstand sustained pressure and prevent Monaco from finding a way through.

Lorient were awarded a penalty after Flavio Nazhinho clumsily challenged Dembo Sylla just after the hour. Noah Cadiou made no mistake from the spot, sending a confident right-footed effort beyond Lukas Hradecky.

Monaco were forced to take greater risks as they searched for an equaliser and spent much of the closing stages on the front foot. Their finishing remained a problem, though, with only three of their 13 attempts on target with 10 minutes remaining.

Lorient came closest to adding a second goal when Sylla struck the post with an effort from outside the penalty area.

The defeat leaves Monaco fourth in Ligue 1 on 14 points, the same total as each of the three teams above them. Lamine Camara of AS Monaco was named Flashscore’s Man of the Match.

Marseille ended a difficult run of form by recovering from an early setback to beat Angers 5-2 at the Stade Raymond-Kopa.

The victory, which followed a record of one win and six defeats, gives L’OM consecutive league wins and lifts them to ninth in Ligue 1. Angers remain 14th after suffering back-to-back losses and could drop into the bottom three, depending on other results.

Marseille made the brighter start and created two promising opportunities in the opening stages. Igor Paixao cut in from the left and went close to scoring his first goal of the season, while Tochukwu Nnadi sent a shot narrowly wide.

However, the visitors fell behind in unfortunate circumstances after 14 minutes. Amine Sbai created the opening with an impressive run on the left, beating his marker before delivering a dangerous cross. Geoffrey Kondogbia attempted to head clear but instead directed the ball into Lilian Rao-Lisoa’s face from close range, with the ball then trickling over the line.

The unexpected goal disrupted Marseille’s momentum, but they recovered before half-time and turned the match around with two headers.

Timothy Weah, who had already made an impact with his defensive work, supplied the equaliser from the right. His cross found Himad Abdelli, who powered a header past his former club’s goalkeeper.

Marseille then completed the turnaround shortly before the interval. Emerson’s corner was met by Nouhoum Kamissoko, who rose highest to head the visitors into a 2-1 lead.

The away side extended that advantage shortly before the hour. Amine Gouiri won a penalty after driving into the Angers area, but Anthony Lopes saved his initial effort. Gouiri reacted quickest to the rebound, though, and put the ball into the net at the second attempt.

Angers were handed an opportunity to respond with 15 minutes remaining. Carlens Arcus was pulled to the ground during a corner, and Amine El Ouazzani converted the resulting penalty calmly beyond Jeffrey de Lange to reduce the deficit to one.

Their hopes of completing a comeback lasted only briefly. Amine Harit restored Marseille’s two-goal advantage with a well-executed curling finish before Paixao added a fifth in similar fashion.

The result helps Marseille recover from a poor beginning to their Ligue 1 campaign, in which they had previously recorded one win and four defeats. Their consecutive victories have moved them into ninth place.

Angers now face the prospect of slipping further down the table after their second successive defeat.

Flashscore Man of the Match: Timothy Weah (Marseille)

Chelsea are reportedly in “advanced talks” to sign Strasbourg winger Gessime Yassine, continuing the flow of young players between the two clubs.

The 20-year-old Morocco international has impressed for Strasbourg this season, scoring two goals and providing two assists in seven appearances across all competitions.

Journalist Ekrem Kunor reports that Chelsea have now opened advanced discussions to bring Yassine to Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea and Strasbourg have been part of the BlueCo ownership group, with 14 players moving between the clubs since the Ligue 1 side came under its umbrella.

Valentin Barco and Emanuel Emegha were signed by Chelsea from Strasbourg over the summer, and the Premier League club are now reportedly targeting another of the French club’s young players.

Lille missed the chance to move to the top of Ligue 1 after Olivier Giroud’s penalty secured a 1-1 draw against Stade Brestois at Stade Pierre-Mauroy.

The result leaves Les Dogues with one defeat in their opening seven league matches, alongside four wins and two draws. Their unbeaten home run in Ligue 1 has now extended to four matches, while the point moved them above AS Monaco into second place.

Brest began with greater urgency after their 5-1 home victory over Angers last weekend and took the lead after only six minutes.

Joris Chotard’s floated corner caused confusion in the Lille penalty area. Gautier Lloris’ mis-hit effort was diverted by Mama Balde, sending the ball beyond the wrong-footed Orlando Gill and into the net.

The goal was Balde’s second in a week, but it proved to be the only shot on target in a subdued first half. Lille struggled to create a response, while Brest were comfortable protecting their early advantage.

Brest were forced to make a change at half-time, with Balde withdrawn because of an injury. Lille immediately looked more threatening after the interval and came close to an equaliser when Tanguy Nianzou headed wide from six yards after Egil Selvik had kept out Benjamin Andre’s header.

The visitors appeared satisfied to defend their narrow lead, but Lille were given an opportunity to level in the 64th minute.

Bradley Locko caught Ethan Mbappe with a clumsy challenge, leaving referee Clement Turpin with little choice but to award a penalty. Giroud converted from the spot for his first goal since the opening weekend of the season.

The equaliser gave Davide Ancelotti’s side renewed momentum as they pressed for a winner. Brest’s defence remained organised, however, and Selvik produced an acrobatic save to deny Nabil Bentaleb’s free-kick.

Lille could not find a second goal, ensuring the points were shared in northern France.

Brest’s progress under Julien Lachuer continued, with the club having lost only one of their four away matches in the top flight so far in 2026/27.

Brest goalkeeper Egil Selvik was named Flashscore Man of the Match.

Paris Saint-Germain came from behind to beat RC Strasbourg 3-1 at Stade de la Meinau and move up to second in Ligue 1, with substitutes Ousmane Dembele and Desire Doue making the difference after half-time.

Strasbourg had been on course to extend their unbeaten league run to four matches when Giovanni Reyna put them ahead in the 17th minute. Reyna beat Matvey Safonov at his near post with a low finish, despite PSG having created the greater early pressure.

The visitors had already gone close when Ferran Torres’ powerful header was kept out by Filip Jørgensen at point-blank range. At the other end, Maghnes Akliouche missed a remarkable chance for PSG, firing wide with the goal unguarded.

Both teams had recorded six attempts by the half-hour mark, although only three had been on target. Strasbourg also missed another promising opportunity when Fabio Balde pulled his effort across goal from a good position.

The match continued to move quickly from one end to the other, with PSG dominating possession as the interval approached. They had held 78.4% of the ball during the previous 15 minutes, but could not turn that control into an equaliser before half-time.

PSG started the second half on the attack, but Strasbourg’s defence, led in particular by Pape Diop, resisted the sustained pressure.

Safonov then produced an excellent one-handed save to his left to deny Conrad Harder’s header, which appeared destined for the net. The stop helped PSG regain momentum, although Jørgensen continued to keep them out and had still not been beaten after an hour.

Strasbourg threatened to increase their advantage when Gessime Yassine, Harder and Jeyland Mitchell tested Safonov in quick succession. However, with 20 minutes remaining, PSG were awarded a penalty after VAR identified a handball by Diop.

Dembele, introduced from the bench, missed the opportunity when he dragged his attempt wide of Jørgensen’s right-hand post. He quickly recovered from that error, delivering a precise cross for an unmarked Illia Zabarnyi to tap in and level the match.

The current Ballon d’Or winner then completed PSG’s turnaround by driving home a late second goal. Doue added a third in stoppage time with a straightforward finish to secure the points.

The defeat means Strasbourg have still failed to keep a clean sheet in 26 meetings with PSG, a sequence consisting of two wins, six draws and 18 defeats.

PSG now go into their Champions League fixture with Barcelona after making the task considerably harder for themselves at Strasbourg.

Flashscore named Illia Zabarnyi the Man of the Match.

Leeds United are considering a move for Marseille forward Igor Paixao as they assess attacking options ahead of the January transfer window.

Daniel Farke’s side are seventh in the Premier League after six matches, but their early-season record includes only eight goals. That lack of attacking output could prompt Leeds to strengthen when the transfer market reopens.

Paixao has emerged as a potential target, with Marseille facing significant financial pressure. Football Insider reports that Leeds could make an offer for the 26-year-old at the beginning of 2027.

Leeds have already shown an interest in Paixao and are understood to have made previous approaches. That reportedly included a bid during the summer which was rejected, although Marseille’s current financial situation has changed the outlook over whether they would be willing to sell.

The forward scored 12 goals in all competitions. However, he is under contract with Marseille until June 2030, meaning the Ligue 1 club are expected to seek about £40M before considering a transfer.

Paris FC have extended Rudy Matondo’s contract, keeping the promising midfielder at the Ligue 1 club until 2030.

The 18-year-old joined Paris FC from Auxerre last winter in a deal worth €17 million, including bonuses. However, he initially signed an agreement running until 2028 because of regulations covering contracts for minors.

Now that Matondo has reached adulthood, he has completed the planned extension to his deal.

The France Under-19 international made 12 appearances during the second half of last season, starting eight of those matches under manager Antoine Kombouare.

Matondo has remained involved at the beginning of the current campaign under Liam Rosenior. He has played in all six of Paris FC’s opening Ligue 1 matches, although he has started only once.

Abdelhamid Ait Boudlal’s future at Stade Rennais remains uncertain, with negotiations over a contract extension yet to make significant progress.

The 20-year-old Morocco international is under contract until 2028, but talks over improved terms are reportedly far from reaching an agreement, according to Sacha Tavolieri. That follows earlier reports suggesting a renewal was close to being completed.

Ait Boudlal started the season in central defence alongside Charlie Cresswell. However, he has struggled to reproduce the impressive form he showed last season.

His inconsistent performances have drawn criticism from Stade Rennais manager Franck Haise, while Anthony Rouault has subsequently been given more opportunities in the team.

The defender’s reduced involvement could make negotiations more difficult, although Stade Rennais remain under no immediate pressure to reach an agreement because of the length of his current contract.

Ait Boudlal also attracted strong interest from Fulham during the summer transfer window. The Premier League club reportedly made two offers for the defender.

Fulham’s second bid was worth €35 million, but Stade Rennais valued Ait Boudlal at €40 million.

Lyon host Crystal Palace at the Groupama Stadium on Thursday as both sides look to build on winning starts to the Europa League league phase.

Crystal Palace began their campaign with a 4-0 victory over Polish side Lech Poznan at Selhurst Park last month. The result extended their strong record in European competition, with the Eagles losing only one of their past 12 matches in Europe, alongside eight wins and three draws.

Lyon also opened with a victory, beating Anderlecht 2-1. The French club are now aiming to win six consecutive group stage or League Phase matches in the Europa League for the first time.

The hosts will be without Lois Openda, while Moussa Niakhate and Mohamed Ouedraogo are also in the treatment room.

Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage must cope with the absence of Dean Henderson, Jean-Philippe Mateta, Takehiro Tomiyasu and Chadi Riad, who are all ruled out through injury.

Lyon’s confirmed line-up is: Greif; Athekame, Mata, Kluivert, Vinicius; Bidstrup, Morton; Nuamah, Tolisso, Nakamura; Sulc.

Crystal Palace will start with: Benitez; Ahanor, Disasi, Richards; Khalaili, Timber, Wharton, Mitchell; Kamada, Pino; Strand Larsen.

The match is scheduled to kick off at 17:45 UK time at the Groupama Stadium.

Lyon’s recent form is recorded as W-W-D-W-D-L, while Crystal Palace’s sequence is W-D-W-L-W-W.

The French side have won only eight of their previous 27 meetings with English clubs, drawing 10 and losing nine. Their record against London-based teams is weaker still, with just one victory from eight encounters, three draws and four defeats.

The previous meeting between the clubs was a friendly played on 5th August 2023. Crystal Palace won that match 2-0, with Jeffrey Schlupp and Odsonne Edouard scoring the goals.

Arsenal began their home campaign in the 2026/27 Champions League with a comfortable victory over Lille, extending their unbeaten run at Emirates Stadium in the competition to eight matches.

Mikel Arteta’s side had won eight and drawn one of their previous nine home games in all competitions, while Lille arrived in London sitting second in Ligue 1 behind Monaco after an impressive start to their domestic campaign.

The French club had won two and lost four of their away matches in last season’s Europa League, and faced a difficult task in the first-ever Champions League meeting between the sides.

Arteta made four changes, bringing in Jurrien Timber, Myles Lewis-Skelly, Bruno Guimaraes and Noni Madueke for captain Martin Odegaard, Bukayo Saka, Ben White and the injured Piero Hincapie.

Arsenal immediately controlled the match, with half of the early play taking place in Lille’s defensive third. Guimaraes and Mikel Merino both had efforts blocked or saved, while Lille’s only attacking threat before the interval came through blocked attempts from on-loan Dilane Bakwa and former Tottenham player Nabil Bentaleb.

Alexsandro was repeatedly tested but produced a strong defensive display. He won six of his eight one-on-one duels and three of four aerial battles, while also recovering possession three times and making three interceptions. He won 50% of his tackles and completed 90.6% of his passes.

Madueke, given an opportunity after limited playing time this season, was one of Arsenal’s most influential players in the opening half. He attempted five crosses in the first 35 minutes, more than any other player from either team, and finished the match with 10.

Viktor Gyokeres, however, struggled to make an impact. The Sweden international had only seven touches before half-time and was substituted in the 65th minute having touched the ball 13 times in total, including just once inside Lille’s penalty area.

Arsenal had 76% possession during the first 15 minutes after the interval and eventually broke the deadlock in the 64th minute. Timber finished from inside the box after being found by Madueke’s 10th cross.

That was Madueke’s final contribution, as he, Gyokeres and Merino were replaced by Kai Havertz, Odegaard and Saka.

Saka then set up Eberechi Eze to make it 2-0 within two minutes, before scoring Arsenal’s third four minutes later. In his 25-minute cameo, Saka completed more accurate passes and had more touches overall than Gyokeres managed during the previous 65 minutes.

Lille offered little in response. Gabriel Magalhaes contested 13 one-on-one duels but won only three, yet the visitors could not exploit that weakness. They had three touches in Arsenal’s box and failed to register a shot on target, the first time they had done so in the Champions League since playing Bayern Munich in October 2012.

Maxima Goffi’s late booking reflected Lille’s frustration. Although the visitors were more successful than Arsenal in both ground and aerial duels, they could not turn that physical advantage into a coherent attacking performance.

Arsenal therefore secured three points without needing to work particularly hard, a result that will be especially disappointing for Davide Ancelotti and his Lille players.

Everton are preparing to make another move into Ligue 1 as manager David Moyes seeks to strengthen his attack during the January transfer window.

The club are understood to favour Rennes forward Esteban Lepaul over a renewed attempt to sign Folarin Balogun, despite competition from four Premier League rivals.

A deadline-day deal for Balogun fell through at the final moment, after Everton had already reached agreements to sell Beto and Iliman Ndiaye. The collapse left Moyes without the striker addition he had been pursuing and reduced his attacking options for the new season.

Everton have subsequently been relying heavily on Thierno Barry. The forward has scored three goals in six Premier League appearances during the 2026/27 campaign, but the club remain open to bringing in another striker when the transfer window reopens.

According to the latest update from TEAMtalk, Rennes forward Lepaul has emerged as Everton’s preferred target. The 25-year-old enjoyed an outstanding first season at Roazhon Park after moving from Angers, finishing 2025/26 with 20 Ligue 1 goals.

His form has also led to international recognition, with Lepaul breaking into the French national team. Rennes are under no immediate pressure to sell, however, as the striker is contracted to the club until 2030.

The French club are expected to demand about €50M before considering a transfer, making the proposed move a significant investment for Everton.

Everton are not the only Premier League club monitoring the player. Aston Villa, Brentford, Brighton and Leeds United are also competing for Lepaul’s signature, creating a five-way contest for one of Ligue 1’s leading forwards.

Moyes’ quick thinking is said to have given Everton an advantage over their domestic rivals. The club’s preference for Lepaul represents a change from their previous pursuit of Balogun, whose proposed move failed to materialise on deadline day.

With Beto and Iliman Ndiaye already set to leave and Balogun no longer secured, Everton’s need for attacking reinforcements has become more pressing. Barry’s early-season contribution has helped cover the shortage, but the club are now expected to revisit the striker market midway through the campaign.

Nicolas Tagliafico has suggested he could return to Argentina as he enters the final months of his contract with Olympique Lyon.

The 34-year-old left-back’s current agreement with the French club runs until June 2027, but he says family considerations may play an important part in deciding his next move.

Speaking to Infobae, Tagliafico said starting a family could make a return home more appealing, allowing him to live closer to his relatives.

The Argentina international joined Olympique Lyon from Ajax in 2022, having moved to European football four years earlier. Since arriving in France, he has become an important presence for the club both on and off the pitch.

Tagliafico has made 84 appearances for Argentina and scored once. He was part of the team that won the 2022 FIFA World Cup and also helped the Albiceleste claim consecutive Copa America titles in 2021 and 2024.

Paris Saint-Germain moved further up the Ligue 1 table by beating newly promoted Le Mans 3-1 at Parc des Princes for their third consecutive league victory.

The result ended Le Mans’ run of three matches without defeat, although the visitors remain without an away win this season. Paris Saint-Germain had also won three successive matches in all competitions before the international break.

Luis Enrique’s side dominated possession with more than 80% of the ball, but initially struggled to turn that control into chances. A Lucas Digne free-kick was blocked, while Achraf Hakimi fired across goal from a promising position.

They were handed the breakthrough in the 19th minute after VAR identified a handball by Harold Voyer inside the penalty area. Lucas Beraldo took responsibility and squeezed his spot-kick into the bottom corner, despite Nicolas Kocik getting close to keeping it out.

Twelve of Paris Saint-Germain’s previous 13 Ligue 1 matches had produced at least three goals, but the first half appeared unlikely to follow that pattern. Mika Godts weaved his way through the Le Mans defence before shooting straight at Kocik.

Le Mans then missed two good opportunities to level. Louis Mafouta was released by a clever flick-on, but Matvey Safonov came off his line to make the save. Samuel Yohou later struck the side netting from only six yards.

Paris Saint-Germain should have restored their advantage before half-time, but Kocik produced an outstanding stop to keep out Dro Fernandez’s header from a Digne cross.

Hakimi had another chance soon after the restart when he ran on to a long ball over the top. He controlled it in his stride, but Kocik narrowed the angle and blocked the right-back’s effort.

That proved an important intervention. Moments later, Lucas Calodat delivered an excellent cross which Mafouta met with a powerful header. The goal was initially ruled out for offside, but VAR showed the striker had timed his run correctly and his fourth goal of the season stood.

Le Mans’ equaliser lasted only briefly. Shortly after the hour mark, substitute Khvicha Kvaratskhelia made an immediate impact, reacting quickest after Kocik could only parry Fabian Ruiz’s long-range strike.

Ferran Torres missed the chance to make it 3-1 when Warren Zaire-Emery’s pass sent him through one-on-one, but Paris Saint-Germain did extend their lead soon afterwards. Zaire-Emery found Maghnes Akliouche on the right, and after cutting inside, he beat Kocik with a firm finish at the near post.

Patrick Videira’s side continued to press. Safonov denied Yohou’s header from a corner and was untroubled by Dame Gueye’s diving attempt.

In added time, Rayan Bamba’s pull-back struck Lucas Hernandez and earned the hosts another penalty. Desire Doue’s effort was saved by Kocik, but the European champions still secured only their fourth home win in their last eight matches.

Flashscore Man of the Match: Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (Paris Saint-Germain)

Monaco moved to the top of Ligue 1 after six games despite surrendering a two-goal lead in a 2-2 draw with Toulouse at Stade Louis II.

The result extended Monaco’s unbeaten start to the season, while Toulouse avoided defeat for the third time in their past five away meetings with Les Monegasques. Toulouse’s own unbeaten run now stands at three matches.

Filipe Luis’ side created most of the early danger in a cagey opening, although neither team initially managed to establish control.

Monaco almost took the lead in unusual fashion after 15 minutes. Lamine Camara’s driven ball into the Toulouse penalty area struck two defenders before falling to Mathys Deterbout, whose close-range effort was lifted over the goalkeeper but came back off the crossbar.

The chance appeared to give the hosts greater belief, and they went ahead shortly before the half-hour mark. Aleksandr Golovin delivered a cross into the six-yard area, where Edan Diop met it with a well-timed header from six yards.

It was Diop’s first goal for the club and gave Monaco a platform to build on. They doubled their advantage nine minutes later when Matthis Abline produced a fine individual finish.

Toulouse struggled to deal with Monaco’s high press, allowing Abline space to unleash a powerful effort from the edge of the area that flew past Guillaume Restes. The goal was also Abline’s first for Les Monegasques.

Monaco appeared to be in control, but Toulouse were given a route back into the match soon after the restart. Nazinho was penalised for pulling down Mark McKenzie during a corner, and Casper Tengstedt converted the resulting penalty with a clean finish.

The visitors’ quick response changed the momentum of the game. They completed the recovery in the 59th minute when Sion Oppong guided Tengstedt’s cross into the net.

Tengstedt’s assist completed an immediate personal contribution to the turnaround, while Oppong, like Diop and Abline, scored his first goal for a new club.

The match opened up in the closing stages as Monaco pushed for a winner and Toulouse looked for opportunities on the break. Toulouse goalkeeper Restes kept the score level with a sprawling save to deny Golovin’s sharply struck free-kick.

The visitors held on to secure a point, leaving Monaco to reflect on surrendering a two-goal lead. Monaco nevertheless leapfrogged Lille at the summit of Ligue 1, while Toulouse maintained their unbeaten sequence.

Flashscore named Casper Tengstedt of Toulouse as the Man of the Match.

Paris FC are close to agreeing a new contract with Rudy Matondo, despite the teenager’s limited involvement since the start of the season.

The 18-year-old is expected to sign a two-year extension that would keep him with the Ligue 1 club until 2030, according to L’Equipe.

Matondo joined Paris FC from Auxerre for €17 million in February and quickly became an important player under former manager Antoine Kombouare.

However, opportunities have been harder to find since Liam Rosenior took charge this summer. Matondo has started only one match and has played 149 minutes across the opening five league games.

The France youth international is understood to be frustrated by his reduced role, but remains aware of the situation and is determined to improve his performances.

Mali international Adama Camara has signed a one-year contract extension with Paris FC, keeping the defender at the club until June 2028.

The 29-year-old’s previous agreement was due to expire in 2027, but he has now committed to an additional season with the Ligue 1 side.

Camara has become a regular under manager Liam Rosenior and has played every minute of Paris FC’s opening five Ligue 1 matches of the 2026-27 season.

Born in Bondy, the right-back joined Paris FC in 2023 despite not having come through a professional youth academy.

He helped the club secure promotion to Ligue 1 at the end of the 2024-25 campaign and has since continued to play a prominent role in the team.

Camara has made 109 appearances for Paris FC, scoring six goals and providing one assist. He has also won one senior cap for Mali.

RC Lens secured Yannick Cahuzac’s first victory in charge by holding on for a 2-1 win against high-flying Olympique Lyonnais, who suffered their first Ligue 1 defeat of the season.

Les Sang et Or had to defend their lead with 10 men after Matthieu Udol was sent off late on, while Khalis Merah’s first Ligue 1 goal for Les Gones set up a tense finish.

Lyon had conceded only two goals in their opening five league matches before the international break, but they were threatened early at Stade Bollaert-Delelis.

After 12 minutes, a deflected cross from Florian Sotoca looped towards goal and forced a sharp save from Dominik Greif. Sotoca went close again midway through a first half in which neither side found much rhythm, sending a half-volley over the crossbar.

The match was the first for both teams following a three-week pause, and it took until nine minutes before half-time for Lens to make the breakthrough.

Sotoca controlled Florian Thauvin’s floated cross on his chest before turning and driving a low shot beyond Greif. It was his second goal in as many matches against Lyon, while Thauvin registered his third assist in his last three meetings with Les Gones.

Lens finished the first half strongly. Greif tipped a Thauvin effort over the bar before making himself big to keep out Odsonne Edouard.

Lyon failed to register a shot on target before the interval, but they tested Robin Risser within three minutes of the restart. Pavel Sulc’s effort drew a low save from the Lens goalkeeper to his right.

The visitors were unable to build sustained pressure, and Lens nearly extended their advantage when Ruben Aguilar sent a swerving effort narrowly wide of the near post.

The contest became more open during the final quarter, and Lens found a second goal with 14 minutes remaining. Udol met Thauvin’s free-kick with a header to score in his second consecutive match.

The goal made Les Sang et Or the league’s highest scorers this season (G11), but their advantage was soon threatened. Udol was dismissed six minutes from time for a poor challenge, and Merah reduced the deficit moments later with his first Ligue 1 goal for Lyon.

Lens survived the closing stages with 10 players to claim a victory that lifted them from 15th to seventh in the table. Lyon remained second, having missed the opportunity to move into first place.

Florian Thauvin was named Flashscore Man of the Match.

Newcastle United are preparing to challenge Nottingham Forest for the signature of Lyon midfielder Tyler Morton in 2027.

The 23-year-old has continued to make an impression in Ligue 1 since moving to France, and Newcastle United have identified him as a possible target for next summer as part of a broader overhaul of their squad.

Nottingham Forest’s interest is more established. They have been monitoring Morton for some time and tried to sign him from Liverpool in 2025, but their efforts were unsuccessful.

Newcastle United’s interest comes after a significant midfield reshuffle. Former captain Bruno Guimaraes and Italy international Sandro Tonali both left the club over the summer, while manager Matthias Jaissle completed deals for Nico Gonzalez and Sean Steur.

Morton would offer a different option to the players already brought in, with his possession-based style seen as something that could add a new dimension to Jaissle’s midfield.

Despite the growing interest, Lyon are not prepared to consider offers for Morton during the January transfer window, according to Football Insider.

The French club are understood to value the midfielder significantly higher than the €15M they paid Liverpool to sign him before the 2025/26 season. Lyon could seek almost double that amount if Morton becomes available.

Morton’s contract situation is also a factor in any potential pursuit, although the report does not specify the date on which his current deal in France expires. His form has nevertheless placed him on the radar of both Newcastle United and Nottingham Forest ahead of the proposed 2027 battle for his services.

AS Monaco manager Filipe Luis has credited Pep Guardiola, Unai Emery and Luis Enrique among the figures who have influenced his approach to coaching after making an immediate impact in the Principality.

The Brazilian moved to Europe this summer following a successful spell in charge of Flamengo, and his start with Monaco has been impressive.

Monaco went into the international break at the top of Ligue 1, having also secured a notable victory over Paris Saint-Germain at the Parc des Princes.

In an interview with L’Equipe, Filipe Luis described Luis Enrique as the best manager in the world at present, while explaining that several coaches had helped shape his managerial outlook.

“I have quite a few sources of inspiration, like Pep Guardiola and Unai Emery, whom I visited in March, but I have my own approach,” he said.

Filipe Luis added that Monaco’s tactical development was still incomplete and that he expected the team’s physical levels to improve as the season progressed.

“We haven’t yet reached where I want us to be tactically. With matches, bodies will adapt to the effort,” he said.

“We will run more in November and then again in Decembermore and better, I hope. That is the only way to do big things.”