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2023 - 2 - 27

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Mbappé and Messi combine as leader PSG wins 3-0 at Marseille (USA TODAY)

Kylian Mbappé scored twice and Lionel Messi got the other goal as the World Cup final stars combined to give French league leader Paris Saint-Germain a 3-0 ...

The only negative for PSG on an emphatic night was losing central defender Presnel Kimpembe to injury in the 18th. This time, PSG was without the injured Neymar but didn't miss the Brazil star. Mbappé became only the second player to score a hat trick in a World Cup final when France lost on penalty kicks to Argentina last December, with an inspirational Messi netting twice in a thrilling final.

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PSG's Kimpembe over with ruptured Achilles tendon (Reuters)

Paris St Germain centre back Presnel Kimpembe will undergo surgery after a rupture of his right Achilles tendon in Sunday's 3-0 Ligue 1 win over Olympique ...

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PSG defender Presnel Kimpembe is out for the season as he ... (Daily Mail)

Presnel Kimpembe will miss the rest of PSG's campaign as he requires surgery on a ruptured Achilles injury he suffered on Sunday.

Kimpembe rose through PSG's youth team ranks, becoming a first-time player in 2014. [ Kimpembe was stretchered off the field 16 minutes into PSG's 3-0 win over Marseille on Sunday. [Ligue 1](/sport/ligue-1/index.html) or [Champions League](/sport/champions_league/index.html) campaigns.

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PSG star Presnel Kimpembe out for season after undergoing ... (The Sun)

PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN have confirmed that defender Presnel Kimpembe is out for the remainder of the season.Kimpembe, 27, missed the World Cup last Novem.

[Arsenal ](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/team/1196653/arsenal/)loanee [Nuno Tavares](https://www.thesun.co.uk/who/nuno-tavares/) when the injury occured. [FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS - BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERS](https://www.thesun.co.uk/betting/20812234/free-bets/) [Marseille](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/team/2006432/olympique-de-marseille/) on Sunday. [Kimpembe](https://www.thesun.co.uk/who/presnel-kimpembe/), 27, missed the [World Cup](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/world-cup/) last November-December through injury and returned to action for [PSG ](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/team/1250213/paris-saint-germain/)earlier this month. [statement](https://en.psg.fr/teams/first-team/content/medical-update-olympique-de-marseille-paris-saint-germain-ligue-1-2022-2023): "Presnel Kimpembe has ruptured his right Achilles tendon. And the PSG ace will require surgery on the tendon in the coming days.

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This was Neymar's reaction to PSG's triumph against Marseille (MARCA.com)

Neymar picked up an injury in Paris Saint-Germain's game against Lille last week and missed out on Sunday's derby away at Marseille.

"New tests carried out confirm an ankle sprain for Neymar Jr., with ligamentous injuries. [convincing 3-0 road victory](https://www.marca.com/en/football/ligue-1/cronica/2023/02/26/63fbd22522601d20518b45a0.html), stretching their gap on second-placed Marseille to eight points. [Mbappe inspires PSG to return to winning ways against Marseille](https://www.marca.com/en/football/ligue-1/cronica/2023/02/26/63fbd22522601d20518b45a0.html)

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Kylian Mbappe faces PSG extension question in 2023 (Football Espana)

Paris Saint-Germain could be faced with an unexpected transfer decision over Kylian Mbappe this summer.

[L’Equipe](https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Article/L-edito-de-damien-degorre-apres-om-psg-prolonger-mbappe-la-priorite/1383061), Mbappe’s contract was only extended until 2024, with both parties retaining an option to stretch that by a further 12 months, until the end of the 2024/25 season. However, the extension clause is rumoured to be only valid until July, meaning PSG could potentially lose him on a free transfer in 2024, if they do not act fast. [Paris Saint-Germain](https://psgtalk.com/) could be faced with an unexpected transfer decision over [Kylian Mbappe](https://www.football-espana.net/tag/kylian-mbappe) this summer.

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Kylian Mbappe contract clause comes to light opening door to PSG ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Kylian Mbappe has under 18 months left on his Paris Saint-Germain deal but does not have long left to add an extra year amid ongoing links to Spanish giants ...

There is expected to be heightened interest in Mbappe at the end of the campaign, especially if he doesn't decide to add another year on his contract. Mauricio Pochettino wanted a front-three of Mbappe, Neymar and Messi and got his wish when the former stayed and the latter joined the club. Although Neymar and Messi are wonderful footballers, it feels as though Mbappe's future is more important considering his age and profile right now. This means the World Cup winner has until the end of June to decide whether he wants to secure another year on his contract. If not, then Mbappe can then look for a move next January ahead of leaving on a free in the summer. [signed a new deal last May](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/kylian-mbappe-psg-contract-details-28312331) which was initially reported to run out in 2025, however, it is understood that it will expire a year earlier. [Lionel Messi](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/lionel-messi) made the switch from [Barcelona](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/fc-barcelona). [Let us know in the comments below!](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/kylian-mbappe-psg-contract-offer-29327674#comments-wrapper) [Qatar](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/qatar) to take his tally up to a mammoth 37 - the most across any player in the top five European leagues, including [Erling Haaland](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/erling-braut-haaland). Mbappe was subject to interest from the likes of [Real Madrid](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/real-madrid-cf) and [Liverpool](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc) before he decided to commit his future to PSG in a contract [worth £650k-a-week](https://talksport.com/football/1227226/kylian-mbappe-paris-saint-germain-contract-wages-salary/). [Kylian Mbappe](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/kylian-mbappe) has four months to decide whether he wants to exercise the one-year extension clause on his current [Paris Saint-Germain](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/paris-saint-germain) contract. [Marca](https://www.marca.com/futbol/liga-francesa/2023/02/27/63fc79ebca4741ee1e8b45b8.html), Mbappe has the option to extend his PSG deal for a further 12 months beyond the 2024 expiry date - but has just four months to trigger that clause.

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PSG defender Achraf Hakimi 'under investigation' for alleged sexual ... (Goal.com)

Paris Saint-Germain's Achraf Hakimi is under police investigation after being accused of sexual assault, according to Le Parisien.

Prosecutors opened an investigation after the alleged victim attended a police station to make a statement. A report was filed against the 24-year-old on Sunday, February 26, for an incident which is alleged to have happened at his home in the Boulogne area of Paris on Saturday, February 25. Paris Saint-Germain's Achraf Hakimi is under police investigation after being accused of sexual assault, according to

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Kylian Mbappe running out of time to decide whether to extend PSG ... (Goal.com)

PSG star Kylian Mbappe has four months to decide whether he wants to extend his deal until 2025 or potentially leave for free in 2024.

The PSG star has to decide whether to extend his contract for another year. [claimed that reports](https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/psg-mbappe-completely-false-wants-january-transfer/blt725ffc4953fc6c20) of his transfer request last were entirely false, saying: "I was as shocked by this news as everyone else. However, the winger has to make a choice on whether to extend his deal by an extra year before the end of this campaign.

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French officials probe rape accusation against PSG player Achraf ... (The Hindu)

PSG officials did not respond to requests for comment, and Hakimi has not publicly responded to the accusation.

He was greeted by brief, loud applause when the audience was asked to “Welcome Achraf Hakimi”. The official was not authorised to be publicly named speaking about an ongoing investigation. The Spain-born Hakimi, a right back and star of Morocco’s history-making team at the World Cup, appeared on stage at the FIFA Awards in Paris on Monday evening.

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PSG blank Marseille thanks to Mbappe-Messi double act (DAWN.com)

PARIS: World Cup foes Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe inspired Paris St Germain to a 3-0 win at bitter rivals...

Mbappe darted infield from the left and broke away from the unaware Eric Bailly to latch onto a Messi pass before running through to score. Four minutes later it was 2-0 as Mbappe combined with Nuno Mendes down the left before playing a glorious ball through the legs of Bailly for Messi to finish from close in. Mbappe, who bagged a double, was set up by Messi for both his goals at the Velodrome, and repaid the favour by laying on another for the Argentine forward as PSG, who were without the injured Neymar, moved to 60 points from 25 games with second-placed Marseille on 52.

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PSG boss Christophe Galtier held back from fighting Marseille fans (SportsJOE.co.uk)

Paris Saint-Germain boss Christophe Galtier had to be held back by his coaching staff to stop him from fighting with Marseille fans.

We really played a great match." "The way the team played gave us a sense of relief. He said: "I am very happy, we played a great match tonight, a great PSG.

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'I always had confidence in my coach' - Christophe Galtier backed by ... (Goal.com)

Nasser Al-Khelaifi backed coach Christophe Galtier after the reigning champions registered a comfortable win over Marseille.

He has achieved the milestone in just 840 matches. And especially for us because we had a lot of players involved in this competition. But the Parisians have since staged a strong comeback, winning their last two games in Ligue 1.

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Have PSG turned a corner? (AS English)

The victory against Marseille has restored hope in a team that was going through a tough spell.

The third is the unity of the team. The Allianz Arena will be the place to be, but what is certain is that PSG will head into the game against Bayern in a stronger frame of mind. With an extra centre-back and a more compact side, PSG are more of a team. Two of the Ligue 1 leaders’ three straight defeats - the third against Bayern with Mbappé as a substitute - have come without the France international, who is in extraordinary form and is breaking records week after week. The forward, with his brace against Marseille, equalled Edinson Cavani as PSG’s all-time top scorer, setting himself up as the team’s great hope for a comeback against Bayern in Germany. Sunday’s Classique ended in a 3-0 win for PSG over Marseille, which was the adrenalin the Ligue 1 side needed with nine days to go before they take on Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena.

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Mbappe reaches 200 PSG goals in win over Marseille (The News International)

PARIS: Kylian Mbappe reached 200 goals for Paris Saint-Germain to become the club's joint all-time top scorer as the France superstar netted twice in his ...

Gianluigi Donnarumma then produced a superb save from an Alexis Sanchez header and also denied Vitinha as Marseille slumped to a second successive home defeat in the league. Messi should have scored again from a Mendes assist soon after while both Mbappe and Marquinhos came close to making it 3-0 before the interval. Mbappe is now out on his own as Ligue 1’s leading scorer this season with 17 goals and has 29 in 29 games in all competitions since the campaign began. Nigerian striker Terem Moffi scored twice for Nice before setting up Khephren Thuram for the third. When they come and play in this way there is nothing you can do.” “He is obviously fast but it’s not just about his legs -- the speed at which he does things is out of the ordinary,” PSG coach Christophe Galtier told broadcaster Amazon Prime.

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PSG's Achraf Hakimi Subject of Preliminary Investigation into Rape ... (Bleacher Report)

The prosecutor's office in Nanterre, France has opened a preliminary rape investigation into Paris Saint-Germain fullbackAchraf Hakimi, a Frenchjudicial…

The official was not authorized to be publicly named speaking about an ongoing investigation." The 24-year-old has played for PSG for two seasons, making 53 league appearances with eight goals and nine assists. According to the AP, "The official would not provide details about the accusation or comment on media reports about what allegedly happened.

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Woman accuses PSG football player Achraf Hakimi of rape (Al Arabiya English)

Paris Saint-Germain footballer Achraf Hakimi is being investigated for alleged rape, according to French news outlet Le Parisien.The player allegedly.

The woman reportedly escaped the alleged attack by kicking the player and calling a friend to pick her up. She told the officers she only wanted to “make a statement of rape,” without filing an official complaint. Their second child was born in 2022. [Neymar’s injuries due to PSG’s intense schedule and not bad luck, coach Galtier says](https://english.alarabiya.net/sports/2023/02/20/Neymar-s-injuries-due-to-PSG-s-intense-schedule-and-not-bad-luck-coach-Galtier-says-) [Brazilian football player Dani Alves arrested in Spain for alleged sexual assault](https://english.alarabiya.net/sports/2023/01/20/Brazilian-football-player-Dani-Alves-arrested-in-Spain-for-alleged-sexual-assault) [Al Hilal claims 7-0 win over Qatar’s Al Duhail to reach AFC Champions League final](https://english.alarabiya.net/sports/2023/02/27/Al-Hilal-claims-7-0-win-over-Qatar-s-Al-Duhail-to-reach-AFC-Champions-League) The 23-year-old woman went to the police this weekend and accused the PSG player of raping her despite her not consenting to intercourse. The player allegedly invited a woman to his home in Boulogne-Billancourt while his wife, Hiba Abouk, and children were on vacation in Dubai.

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PSG Regretting Not Signing Milan Skriniar From Inter Milan In ... (SempreInter)

Paris Saint-Germain will be regretting the decision not to push to sign defender Milan Skriniar from Inter during the January transfer window. This is the.

The decision of the French champions was that they would rather wait until the summer when the former Sampdoria defender was available on a free transfer rather than offering too high of a fee for a player who only had a few months left remaining on his contract. Paris Saint-Germain will be regretting the decision not to push to sign defender Milan Skriniar from Inter during the January transfer window. PSG Regretting Not Signing Milan Skriniar From Inter Milan In January As Injury Ends Presnel Kimpembe’s Season, Italian Media Suggest

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French prosecutors investigating PSG's Hakimi on rape allegation (ESPN)

French prosecutors have opened a preliminary investigation into a rape accusation against PSG's Achraf Hakimi, a judicial official said Monday.

A judicial source told ESPN on Monday that a 23-year-old woman went to police over the weekend and said that Hakimi, 24, raped her. The Spain-born Hakimi, a right-back and star of Morocco's history-making team at the World Cup, did not play in PSG's victory over Marseille on Sunday because of thigh problems. The woman didn't want to press charges, but the prosecutor's office still decided to open an investigation, the ESPN source added.

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French officials probe rape accusation against PSG's Hakimi (Raleigh News & Observer)

A judicial official says French prosecutors have opened a preliminary investigation into a rape accusation against Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf ...

The official was not authorized to be publicly named speaking about an ongoing investigation. PSG officials did not respond to requests for comment, and Hakimi has not publicly responded to the accusation. The official would not provide details about the accusation or comment on media reports about what allegedly happened.

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Kylian Mbappe shows dressing room leadership as he and Lionel ... (talkSPORT.com)

Kylian Mbappe showed his loyalty and togetherness by congratulating all of his teammates individually after Paris Saint-German's victory over Marseill.

[before his move to Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia](https://talksport.com/football/1289747/cristiano-ronaldo-al-nassr-transfer-news-manchester-united-confirmed/), meaning two more goals, and Messi will become Europe’s all-time record scorer. [after Cristiano Ronaldo previously scored his 700th for Manchester United](https://talksport.com/football/1215182/cristiano-ronaldo-700th-career-club-goal-man-utd-everton/). [Lionel Messi](https://talksport.com/who/lionel-messi/), and manager Christopher Galtier, whilst shouting in the dressing room.

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WATCH: PSG boss Christophe Galtier erupts with anger in surprise ... (Goal.com)

Christophe Galtier was involved in an angry exchange with Marseille supporters after seeing PSG prevail 3-0 in Le Classique at Stade Velodrome.

There was plenty for the reigning Ligue 1 champions to be happy about at the final whistle, but Galtier had clearly had enough of some of the comments aimed in his direction by the home support as he erupted in anger and came close to starting a post-match altercation. [Steven Gerrard potentially being lined up to take his job](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/steven-gerrard-manage-lionel-messi-kylian-mbappe-psg-liverpool-christophe-galtier/blta2433064a5140b91) – was backed by PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi following a welcome win and said afterwards: “The way the team played gave us a sense of relief. [got the better of old adversaries on Sunday](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/lionel-messi-kylian-mbappe-better-duo-winners-losers-ligue-1-leaders-see-off-marseille-without-neymar/blt0d7c99e2aa5476b6) courtesy of a [brace from Kylian Mbappe](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/watch-kylian-mbappe-scores-200th-psg-goal-equal-edinson-cavani-club-record-magical-assist-lionel-messi/bltad14c5d489bdc630) and a [700th career club goal from Lionel Messi](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/lionel-messi-700-psg-cristiano-ronaldo-marseille/blt30a590fae7e3c9f0).

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