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Chelsea Fall to Barcelona Again and Lyon Cruise Through to Another UWCL Final

Barcelona defeated Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in the UEFA Women's Champions League semifinal second leg.

Lyon progressed to a European final by triumphing over PSG.

Discussion also includes the WSL and Crystal Palace's promotion from the Championship. [ more ]

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Lyon 2-1 Paris Saint-Germain (Apr 28, 2024) Game Analysis - ESPN

Lyon secured a 2-1 win against PSG in the women's Champions League semifinal, setting up a final clash with Barcelona in May. [ more ]

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PSG v Lyon: Women's Champions League semi-final, second leg live

Chelsea's unfortunate loss led to Barcelona match, Lyon might challenge the holders or PSG to reach the final. [ more ]

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2 weeks ago

7 things from women's soccer: Barcelona crumble, Lyon fight back, City top WSL

The UEFA Women's Champions League semifinals saw upsets as Chelsea defeated Barcelona and Lyon staged a comeback against PSG. [ more ]

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UWCL talking points: Bayern-Roma deliver more chaos in Group C; Chelsea through

Barcelona and Lyon have secured their spots in the knockout rounds of the Women's Champions League.

The outcome of Group C is still uncertain as Chelsea secured top spot and Roma and Bayern Munich drew in a thrilling match. [ more ]

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Sources: Bompastor to be next Chelsea boss

Chelsea set to appoint Sonia Bompastor as Emma Hayes' successor.

Bompastor's successful career as a player and manager at Lyon and French national team. [ more ]

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2 months ago

Sources: Chelsea eye Lyon boss to replace Hayes

Chelsea have identified Lyon's Sonia Bompastor as the preferred candidate to replace Emma Hayes as the manager.

Bompastor is under contract with Lyon until 2025, so Chelsea would have to pay a compensation fee to release her from her contract. [ more ]

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2 months ago

Lyon expected to allow manager Sonia Bompastor to discuss Chelsea switch

Lyon's head coach, Sonia Bompastor, is in talks with Chelsea to potentially replace Emma Hayes next season.

Chelsea have approached Lyon and negotiations are ongoing regarding potential compensation for Bompastor's move. [ more ]

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Lyon beat Benfica to reach Champions League semis

Delphine Cascarino scored twice for Lyon to secure their spot in the Women's Champions League semi-finals.

Lyon dominated the first half but missed chances, eventually sealing the win with late goals from Kadidiatou Diani. [ more ]

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Champions League returns with history makers & quadruple chasers

Chelsea aims for the Women's Champions League trophy under Emma Hayes' leadership.

Newcomers Benfica and Brann make history in the competition. [ more ]

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Lyon thrash St Polten to top Champions League group

Lyon topped Group B in the Women's Champions League

Lyon thrashed St Polten with a 7-0 victory [ more ]

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West Ham confirm Benrahma has joined Lyon on loan

West Ham loan Said Benrahma to Lyon for the rest of the season.

Lyon accused West Ham of 'incomprehensible' behavior and threatened to involve FIFA. [ more ]

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Computer says no - but Lyon claim FIFA says yes to Said Benrahma move - Soccer News

Lyon are confident that FIFA will authorize the loan signing of West Ham's Said Benrahma despite a deadline-day setback.

Lyon has provided proof to FIFA that they entered the necessary information in the transfer portal, and FIFA is reviewing the transfer requests for both Benrahma and Pablo Fornals. [ more ]

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English Premier League

Everton linked with West Ham United winger Said Benrahma - Soccer News

Everton are interested in signing Said Benrahma from West Ham United on loan.

Lyon have agreed a £15 million deal with West Ham for Benrahma, but the player has not yet made a decision on his future. [ more ]

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West Ham accept Benrahma loan offer from Lyon

West Ham have accepted an offer from Lyon to sign Said Benrahma on loan with an obligation to buy for £15m.

West Ham have rejected a bid from Real Betis for Pablo Fornals and are willing to let him leave. [ more ]

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Womens Champions League semi-finals finely poised - Soccer News

Women's European football giants battle for Champions League final spots. [ more ]

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Newcastle United learn asking price for midfielder also wanted by Chelsea

Newcastle United interested in signing Rayan Cherki from Lyon

Cherki's potential transfer could be influenced by his contract situation [ more ]

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Tottenham star expected to leave funding big move for replacement: report

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg could be leaving the club, with Ligue 1 side Lyon interested in signing him.

Tottenham is keeping an eye on Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher, who has yet to sign a new deal with Chelsea. [ more ]

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Chelsea making moves for in-form striker with 11 goals in 19 games

Chelsea lacks a natural goalscorer and is in need of a proven goalscorer now.

Chelsea is considering potential deals for Al-Ittihad target man Karim Benzema. [ more ]

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Transfer Talk: Man United, Arsenal cool interest in Benzema

Karim Benzema could struggle to find a new club in the winter transfer window, with Manchester United and Arsenal not likely to make a move for the Al Ittihad forward.

A return to Lyon could be a more feasible option for Benzema, but it would require a substantial wage cut for the 2022 Ballon d'Or winner. [ more ]

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Chelsea free up overseas loan spot as winger returns to Stamford Bridge

Chelsea have confirmed the end of Diego Moreira's loan spell at Lyon, with the winger returning to Stamford Bridge.

Moreira's loan at Lyon was cut short after making just nine appearances, and he can no longer play for another team this season. [ more ]

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3 weeks ago

Ex-Ballon d'Or winner Hegerberg extends Lyon deal

Ada Hegerberg extends Lyon contract until 2027. [ more ]

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France politics

Alexandre Lacazette's quickfire brace helps Lyon to Coupe de France final - Soccer News

An impressive victory by Lyon with a 3-0 win over Valenciennes

Alexandre Lacazette played a significant role in Lyon's win by scoring twice [ more ]

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Exclusive: Chelsea could give Benzema a chance but this European transfer is more likely

Karim Benzema could be on his way out of Al Ittihad and return to Europe.

Chelsea and Lyon are potential destinations for Benzema's next move. [ more ]

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4 months ago

Football rumours: Chelsea set 30million for Ian Maatsen as Dortmund circle - Soccer News

Borussia Dortmund in talks with Chelsea for Ian Maatsen

Lyon interested in Villarreal winger Arnaut Danjuma [ more ]

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5 months ago

Top Chelsea target available for just 10m this January, in BARGAIN buy: report

Chelsea may be able to sign Rayan Cherki from Lyon for a low fee in the upcoming January transfer window.

Lyon is reportedly seeking a modest fee of around 10 million for the 20-year-old attacker. [ more ]

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5 months ago