Désiré Doué changes dimension in Europe
At just 21 years old, Doué is no longer considered a young talent who has yet to earn his place: he is now one of the players that Luis Enrique can hardly do without. With already four goals and four assists since the start of the season, his influence continues to grow. This change in status extends well beyond French borders. Several major figures in European football are starting to fall in love with him. Lothar Matthäus notably recalls that Bayern were already following his development and underlines the extent to which his dribbling and changes of direction make him difficult to defend. Hansi Flick also praises his unpredictability, while in England, his latest European performances are already being presented as those of a potential future superstar.
Yamal-Mbappé: the Clásico before the Ballon d’Or
Sunday’s Clásico will be particularly important for Lamine Yamal. Sport presents the meeting as his match. At 19, the Spaniard doesn’t hide the fact that nothing motivates him more than a duel against Real Madrid. And just twenty-four hours before the Ballon d’Or, he obviously knows that a big performance would have a particular impact. Opposite him, Kylian Mbappé will represent the other huge attraction of this meeting. A Barça-Real, Spain-France rivalry and now an individual battle for the greatest prize.
Liverpool discover the real Bradley Barcola
“ Barcola will never run alone “, title The Team This morning. After a discreet first month and some questions surrounding his transfer for 145 million euros, the former Parisian changed the situation. A hat-trick against LASK in the Champions League, then an assist against Brentford: the Frenchman is becoming more and more important in the Reds’ attack. But at Liverpool, statistics aren’t everything. Last weekend against Manchester City, Barcola also made an impression by increasing his defensive efforts to help his side. A generosity that particularly pleases Anfield. Even when his dribbles don’t pass, the crowd enjoys seeing him fight for every ball. For club alumni interviewed by The Teamthis is precisely how he will win the hearts of supporters. Barcola still needs to improve in finishing, but its adaptation now seems well underway.
