Montpellier

Lucas Barrios Montpellier signing Lucas Barrios said he wanted to remain in Europe, after a failed stint at Russian side Spartak Moscow.

Amateur side Trelissac claimed a famous 4-2 penalty shoot-out victory over Lille to seal their spot in the last 16 of the Coupe de France.

PSG Lille denied Paris Saint-Germain top spot in Ligue 1 on Wednesday as they held the champions to a 1-1 draw at the Stade Pierre Mauroy.

PSG Paris Saint-Germain ended their frustrations against Montpellier with a 3-0 Coupe de France win at the Altrad Stadium.

PSG Sunday's Classique clash between Marseille and Paris Saint-Germain headlines this weekend's Ligue 1 action in a fixture that could prove pivotal in the title race.

Laurent Blanc Laurent Blanc hailed Paris-Saint Germain's professionalism after his side overcame a bumpy pitch to beat Montpellier in the Coupe de France.

Monaco Monaco must beat Sochaux on Saturday to keep the Ligue 1 title race competitive, even if coach Claudio Ranieri has already conceded defeat.

Guingamp stunned Paris Saint-Germain in Ligue 1 earlier this season and another win would open the door for Lyon.

Rémy Cabella Newcastle United's new signing Remy Cabella says playing in front of big crowds at St James' Park will be something he relishes.