Kylian Mbappe was awarded €60 million in unpaid wages by a Paris court after a dispute with PSG, which failed to pay him for several months before his transfer to Real Madrid. The case highlighted contractual disagreements and legal battles over his departure and compensation, with the court ruling in Mbappe's favor on unpaid wages but dismissing other claims.
A French labour court ordered PSG to pay Kylian Mbappe 60 million euros in unpaid salary and bonuses, ending a legal dispute over withheld earnings before his transfer to Real Madrid, affirming the application of labour law in professional football.
The 2025 FIFA Intercontinental Cup final features PSG and Flamengo competing on December 17 in Doha, Qatar, with PSG having a bye as UEFA champions and Flamengo qualifying through their South American titles. The match is held at Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, with tickets available and the game broadcast on FIFA+ and DAZN.
Luis Diaz scored twice for Bayern Munich in their 2-1 win over PSG, but his challenge on Achraf Hakimi was upgraded to a red card after VAR review, with referee Manuel Gräfe noting the injury influenced the decision. The match was intense with multiple challenges that could have led to serious injuries, highlighting the physicality of the game.
Liverpool secured a 1-0 victory over Real Madrid with a goal from Alexis Mac Allister, while Bayern Munich defeated PSG 2-1 in a match highlighted by Luis Díaz's two goals and a red card.
Luis Enrique defended PSG's victory over Barcelona, denying that their win was due to superior strength or fitness, and emphasized that their success was based on attitude and confidence, not physical conditioning.
Frenkie de Jong expressed disappointment after Barcelona's narrow loss to PSG, acknowledging PSG's superiority in the final third and second half, but emphasizing that the season is long and there is room for improvement in their Champions League campaign.
Barcelona and PSG face off in a highly anticipated UEFA Champions League match, with both teams dealing with injuries and missing key players. The game is scheduled for Wednesday at 3 p.m. ET in Barcelona, with odds favoring Barcelona slightly. Despite challenges, both teams aim to showcase their strength in this early test of their Champions League credentials.
Ousmane Dembele of PSG and France won the 2025 Ballon d'Or, his first time receiving the award, after leading PSG to a UEFA Champions League victory; he beat Lamine Yamal and was emotional during his acceptance speech.
Ousmane Dembele of Paris Saint-Germain won his first Ballon d'Or, recognizing him as the world's best player, after a standout season where he scored 35 goals and helped PSG secure a treble, including their first Champions League title. The award ceremony also celebrated other football achievements, including Lamine Yamal winning the Kopa Trophy and Luis Enrique being named best coach.
Joao Palhinha, in his debut for Tottenham after a loan from Bayern Munich, played a key role in a UEFA Super Cup match against PSG, showing passion and optimism despite the loss in penalties. He expressed pride in the team's effort, acknowledged the tough loss, and is motivated to focus on upcoming Premier League games, believing Tottenham has the potential for success this season.
Tottenham faced PSG in the UEFA Super Cup, leading for most of the match but ultimately losing in a penalty shootout after a late equalizer by PSG. The game showcased Tottenham's strong attacking set pieces and resilience, but also highlighted their need for squad improvements. PSG's late goal and successful penalty by Nuno Mendes secured their victory, emphasizing the unpredictable nature of football at the highest level.
Thomas Frank praised Tottenham's performance against PSG in the UEFA Super Cup, highlighting their strong 75-80 minute display, tactical adjustments, and effort, despite losing in penalties. He emphasized the importance of intensity, set pieces, and small margins in football, and expressed pride in his team's resilience and mentality.
Paris Saint-Germain staged a remarkable comeback to draw 2-2 with Tottenham in the UEFA Super Cup, then won in a penalty shootout, securing their first Super Cup victory in years despite being largely outplayed for most of the match.
Paris Saint-Germain won the UEFA Super Cup against Tottenham Hotspur in a dramatic penalty shootout after a 2-2 draw in regulation, with key late goals and a tense shootout securing their fifth trophy of 2025.