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      Watch Lionel Messi turn on the style and finish stunning team goal in first game back for PSG following World Cup win

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      LIONEL MESSI was the star of the show in his first game since the World Cup as PSG beat Angers 2-0.The forward has had a few weeks off since his historic World Cup win but showed no signs of rustiness on his return.
      Lionel Messi is starting 2023 how he finished 2022 šŸ¤·ā€ā™‚ļøIt was marginal, but the GOAT doubles PSG’s lead šŸHe makes it look so easy… pic.twitter.com/KujydPyEAnā€” Football on BT Sport (@btsportfootball) January 11, 2023

      Lionel Messi paid tribute to the late Pele before the gameCredit: Getty
      Messi impressed with a goal on his PSG returnCredit: AP
      Messi started in attack alongside Neymar and Hugo Ekitike, who opened the scoring in the fifth minute.
      The 35-year-old then got in the act after he finished off a brilliant PSG move to slot the ball into the back of the net with his weaker foot.
      Messi started the passing move and played a one-two with Sergio Ramos before finding Ekitike.
      He continued his clever run into the box and was picked out by Nordi Mukiele before scoring.
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      The linesman raised his flag to spoil Messi’s celebration – only for VAR to rule the Argentine had in fact timed his run to perfection.
      With PSG cruising Messi decided to turn on the style as the clock wound down.
      The World Cup winner was surrounded in the corner of the penalty box by two Angers defenders yet still managed to wrangle himself free with the ball.
      He cleverly turned away from one before flicking the ball past the second and finding Mukiele.
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      PSG’s win means they have lost just once in 18 Ligue Un games and top the league by six points.
      Messi now has eight goals in 14 league games this season and he paid tribute to the late Pele ahead of kick-off. More

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      Ex-Arsenal and Man Utd star Alexis Sanchez shows off new look after growing moustache ā€“ and fans love it

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      FOOTBALL fans are LOVING Alexis Sanchez’s new facial hair after the Chilean debuted his moustache over the weekend.The former Arsenal and Manchester United forward, 34, left Inter Milan to join Marseille over the summer.
      Alexis Sanchez showed off his new moustache in Marseille’s game on SaturdayCredit: Getty
      English football fans will know him with a clean-shaven lookCredit: PA:Press Association
      But now he is rocking a rather questionable tash while playing in France
      He scored an audacious Panenka penalty on Saturday to give the French side the lead in a 2-0 victory over Hyeres in the Coupe de France.
      Yet despite the delightful spot kick, it was Sanchez’s tash that caught the attention of those on social media.
      Journalist Tom Williams shared the image of the former Barcelona man and added: “Just come across this photo of Alexis Sanchez scoring a Panenka for Marseille yesterday and this might be the best Panenka face Iā€™ve ever seen.
      “The concentration, the moustache, the faint air of disdain.
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      “Looks like heā€™s playing quoits in an English country garden c. 1921.”
      And fans responded in their droves as they poked fun at the Chilean’s new facial hair.

      One person said: “This makes it look like he’s about to enter the ring in one of those massive outdoor boxing fights from back in the day, superb.”
      Another added: “Haha, genuinely looks like it could have been the winning goal in the 1930 World Cup final.”
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      A third said: “More like a French detective vibe. Detective Laurent Bonjour.”
      And a fourth added: “When you have a match at 4pm but gotta attend a mafia meeting at 7.”
      Sanchez enjoyed a sensational four years at Arsenal, contributing 80 goals and 45 assists in 166 appearances.
      He then joined Man Utd as his career took a downward turn, managing just five goals and nine assists in 45 games.
      Three years at Inter Milan followed in which he helped them win their first Serie A title in more than a decade.
      Then in August, he joined Marseille on a two-year deal after his Inter contract was terminated.
      And he has scored eight goals in 20 matches for the Ligue 1 side so far this season, with the club currently sitting third in the table.
      Sanchez has also enjoyed a sensational 16-year career at international level with Chile, netting 50 goals in 152 games.
      He is his country’s all-time top scorer. More

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      Modeste Mā€™Bami dead aged 40: Ex-PSG and Cameroon star dies of heart attack with Fifa chief Infantino leading tributes

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      FORMER Paris Saint-Germain and Cameroon star Modeste M’Bami has tragically passed away from a heart attack, aged 40.The midfielder was capped 39 times by his country between 2000 and 2009.
      Modeste Mā€™Bami spent three years with PSGCredit: Getty
      Mā€™bami, left, also featured for Marseille for three seasonsCredit: Getty
      And he claimed a gold medal with Cameroon at the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games.
      He won the Coupe de France on two occasions with PSG before joining Marseille in 2006.
      M’Bami then had trials at Premier League clubs in 2009 but ultimately ended up joining Almeria in Spain.
      He went on to play in China, Saudi Arabia and Colombia, before returning to France to finish his career at Le Havre.
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      He hung up his boots in 2016.
      PSG paid tribute to their former player on Sunday morning, with an emotional club statement reading: “Paris Saint-Germain is in mourning.
      “Modeste M’Bami has passed away at the age of 40 after suffering a heart attack.
      “Paris Saint-Germain offers heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones.”
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      Ex-Marseille team-mate Toifilou Maoulida gave an emotional tribute, tweeting: “I just heard the sad news šŸ˜¢šŸ˜”.
      “He was more than a teammate, a wonderful friend always smilingā€¦ All my sincere condolences to his family and loved ones šŸ–¤
      “Rest in peace Modeste M’Bami šŸ™šŸ½šŸ•ŠļøšŸ•Æļø.”
      And Fifa president Gianni Infantino also offered his condolences following M’Bami’s passing.
      Sharing a photo of the former player on Instagram, he added: “Such sad news. RIP Modeste M’Bami.”
      Another of M’Bami’s former clubs, Saudi side Ittihad, also posted a message on social media which read: “Farewell Modeste M’bami. You were a great football player.”
      He won the Coupe de France on two occasions with PSGCredit: AFP More

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      Arsenal flop Nuno Tavares ā€˜reprimanded by Marseille over red card and invited to donate money for end-of-season mealā€™

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      NUNO TAVARES has been reprimanded by Marseille for his red card against Montpellier earlier this week.The Arsenal loanee was sent off late on in his side’s 2-1 win for viciously kicking opponent Arnaud Souquet.
      Nuno Tavares was embroiled in an ugly spat at the end of his side’s clash with MontpellierCredit: AFP
      Tavares, 22, kicked out after losing possessionCredit: EPA
      Montpellier defender Christopher Jullien was furious with Tavares’ challenge on his team-mate, with the pair becoming involved in a shoving match.
      Incredibly Tavares was initially only shown a second yellow card, before it was upgraded to a thoroughly merited straight red following a VAR review.
      The 22-year-old will NOT face a fine from his club for his indiscretion, with such penalties illegal in French football.
      But Tavares’ moment of indiscipline is being dealt with by Marseille chiefs.
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      Sporting director Pablo Longoria spoke to the former Gunner in the immediate aftermath of the match.
      And according to RMC Sport, Tavares is being urged to part with some cash in an alternative to a fine.
      They claim that he could put money down towards Marseille’s end of season dinner.
      He may also donate to his club’s charitable foundation.
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      Tavares was sent off in the 87th minute with his side leading 2-0 against their south coast rivals – having scored earlier in the game.
      He goaded the home fans as he walked off, making a “2-0” gesture at them with his hands.
      They were given a scare after being reduced to ten men, however, when Montpellier skipper Teji Savanier netted a 91st minute penalty to half the deficit.
      Marseille chiefs were eager to remind Tavares of his responsibilities, particularly after his sending off could have cost them the win.
      Tavares has made 22 appearances in all competitions this term, scoring five times from full-back.
      Marseille were eliminated in the Champions League group stage this term, but sit a creditable third place in Ligue 1.
      Tavares had scored earlier in the matchCredit: EPA More

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      Crystal Palace star Michael Olise ā€™emerges as shock PSG transfer target as they consider linking him up with Messiā€™

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      PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN are interested in a shock move for Crystal Palace star Michael Olise, according to reports.The 21-year-old has impressed with the Eagles this season and the French side are keen on the young winger as they plan for the future.
      Michael Olise is being tracked by PSGCredit: Reuters
      Michael Olise could get the chance to be in the team with the likes of Lionel MessiCredit: Reuters
      A potential transfer could see Olise play alongside the likes of Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Neymar.
      PSG are supposedly monitoring his performances, claim the Daily Mail.
      If PSG do make the reported shock move, they would be able to offer Olise the chance to play Champions League football.
      It is unclear how much the Ligue 1 champions would be willing to spend on him but the player has a reported Ā£50million release clause and a contract that runs until 2026.
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      Olise moved to Crystal Palace in the summer of 2021, signing for a reported fee of Ā£8.37million from Reading, where he won the EFL Young Player of the Season award.
      Last campaign he caught the eye with appearances coming mainly off the substitutes bench to net four goals and get assist eight in all competitions.
      However, in this season, he has started to make Patrick Vieira’s starting line-up more regularly, featuring from the beginning in 13 of 19 matches.
      He has scored once and assisted a further four with his displays leading to him being called-up to the France Under-21 side.
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      It could be a busy window for Crystal Palace with Jack Butland nearing a switch to Manchester United.
      And former Selhurst Park ace Aaron Wan-Bissaka could move back the other way, returning to his old club.
      Meanwhile, the future of Wilfried Zaha is in doubt as clubs like Barcelona are reportedly keen. More

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      Aaron Ramsey returns to Nice after extended break as ex-Arsenal ace struggled to come to terms with Wales World Cup exit

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      AARON RAMSEY has returned to club side Nice following an extended break after the World Cup.The Wales midfielder, 32, struggled to come to terms with the Dragons’ group stage exit in Qatar, according to club boss Lucien Favre.
      Aaron Ramsey has returned to Nice after his World Cup heartbreakCredit: Alamy
      But SunSport have been told Ramsey is now back in France ready for the rest of the Ligue 1 campaign.
      The ex-Arsenal and Juventus ace has not played since the 3-0 thumping by England in Doha on November 29.
      Favre said 78-cap Dragons star Ramsey had found the World Cup disappointment “hard to digest”.
      The playmaker started all three matches at the finals – Wales’ first since 1958 – but failed to have an impact.
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      Ramsey spent the festive period with his family in South Wales – missing Nice’s 0-0 home draw with Lens and the 2-1 away defeat by Rennes.
      He posted a picture on Instagram last weekend celebrating his dad Kevin’s birthday with his brother Josh.
      Ramsey has made 16 appearances for the French club in all competitions this season.
      Nice face Le Puy Foot 43 in the French Cup round of 64 on Saturday.
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      Ramsey moved to Sir Jim Ratcliffe owned-Nice last summer from Juventus.
      It brought an end to an injury-hit spell in Italy after he departed Arsenal in 2019. More

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      Chelsea in Marquinhos transfer blow with Brazilian defender set to sign new long-term deal at PSG this month

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      CHELSEA have reportedly suffered a transfer blow with Marquinhos set to sign a new contract with Paris Saint-Germain.The 28-year-old Brazil defender has been at Parc des Princes since moving from Roma in 2013.
      Marquinhos is set to sign a new long-term contract at PSGCredit: Getty
      However, he has been linked with numerous transfers over the past few years.
      Chelsea failed with a Ā£72million bid for the star in 2021.
      Some reports claim they still hold an interest in the South American.
      But it now seems those hopes of snapping him up could be over despite him entering the final 18 months of his current Paris deal.
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      PSGā€™s former sporting director Leonardo started talks over an extension last term.
      His successor Luis Campos is now continuing those negotiations and Marquinhos has now provided an update.
      Speaking to the French media about his future following PSGā€™s shock 3-1 defeat by Lens in Ligue 1, Campos said: ā€œTalks are progressing well.ā€
      According to Le Parisien, the only stumbling block now is with regards to the length of Marquinhos’ contract, most notably whether it will run until 2026 or 2027.
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      He is still reeling from missing the vital penalty in Brazilā€™s crushing World Cup quarter-final shootout defeat by Croatia last month.
      Discussing that agony, Marquinhos added: ā€œOur life as a footballer is like that. There are many emotions, beautiful and less beautiful.
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      ā€œSince I was eight, I’ve known how it goes. Experience gives you even more intelligence to handle moments like this.
      ā€œIt was a really tough World Cup. The two or three days after the elimination were complicated.
      ā€œWith time, with work and family support, everything passes. Today I feel better and better and I try to find my form as soon as possible.
      ā€œIt’s on the pitch that we feel the best, playing and winning.ā€ More

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      Fans spot Mbappeā€™s brother Ethan giving Messi ā€˜death stareā€™ as he receives guard of honour from PSG team-mates

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      LIONEL MESSI returned to Paris Saint-Germain training on Wednesday following Argentina’s World Cup triumph.The seven-time Ballon d’Or winner, 35, received a hero’s welcome as he took to the club’s Camp des Loges training pitch for the first time since leading his country to an incredible World Cup final win over France.
      Messi received a guard of honour on his PSG returnCredit: Twitter
      But Ethan Mbappe didn’t appear happy to see himCredit: Twitter
      But, not everyone was thrilled to see him.
      While players and staff members lined up to perform a guard of honour for Messi as he made his way onto the pitch, Ethan Mbappe – brother of Kylian Mbappe – was seen giving the Argentina icon a “death stare”.
      Fans immediately picked up on the reaction, with one person tweeting: “Ethan Mbappe’s reaction is quite funny. He’s not here to shake hands with Messi.”
      Another added: “The way Ethan Mbappe is giving Messi death stares!”
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      And a third said: “Ethan Mbappe’s look at Messi during the guard of honour they gave him for his return…”
      Meanwhile, other fans were quick to question the whereabouts of Kylian Mbappe and Achraf Hakimi, who were not in attendance.
      Following PSG’s shock 3-1 defeat to Lens on Sunday, Mbappe and Hakimi were granted some time off by Christophe Galtier.
      The duo have since enjoyed a holiday to New York which included a trip to watch the Brooklyn Nets defeat the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA.
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      Mbappe and Hakimi are in New YorkCredit: https://www.instagram.com/k.mbappe/
      The duo went to an NBA gameCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Both players have posted pictures of their time in the Big Apple on social media.
      But some supporters have joked that they only went in order to avoid Messi’s return.
      One person tweeted: “Did Mbappe and Hakimi jet off to watch Brooklyn Nets so they wouldn’t have to give Messi a Guard Of Honour?”
      Another added: “Mbappe knew Messi is coming back, he took Hakimi and went to New York City!”
      While a third said: “They gave Mbappe 10 days of vacation after the World Cup, he didn’t take it, he ran to train, the day Messi returns to train, he and Hakimi are not there.”
      Hakimi enjoyed a record-breaking World Cup campaign last year when Morocco became the first African team to reach the semi-final stage of the tournament.
      Meanwhile, Mbappe narrowly missed out on a second World Cup title when France suffered defeat to Argentina on penalties in the final.
      The Frenchman experienced trolling from Argentina fans in the wake of the final.
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      Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez also got involved, taunting Mbappe by clutching a baby doll with the striker’s face on during a victory parade.
      However, he did have something to cheer about as he outscored PSG teammate Messi to win the race for the golden boot. More