UEFA Europa League
Second-tier UEFA club competition.
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Peta urges Crystal Palace to retire live bald eagle mascot Phoenix from matchdays
Animal rights group Peta has written to Crystal Palace CEO Sharon Lacey demanding the club stop using Phoenix, its bald eagle mascot, citing the stress that loud stadium environments cause to birds of prey.
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Lukaku silences Turkish critics with first Fenerbahce goal after weight accusations
Romelu Lukaku scored his first Fenerbahce goal in a 3-0 win over Alanyaspor on Sunday, answering sharp public criticism from Turkish pundits who accused the Belgian striker of being overweight and out of shape after a slow start at the club.
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Crystal Palace thrashed 5-0 at Brighton, nightmare week for Pierre Sage
Three days after a Europa League defeat to Lyon (3-2), Crystal Palace lost 5-0 away at Brighton on Sunday, conceding three goals in ten minutes. Pierre Sage's side remain provisionally 14th in the Premier League.
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Cramps Against Olympiacos, Aguerd Benched for OM's Trip to Angers
Nayef Aguerd suffered cramps in both legs late in Thursday's Europa League defeat to Olympiacos and has been dropped to the bench by Bruno Genesio for Sunday's visit to Angers. Kondogbia replaces him in central defence.
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Genesio demands return of ambition to OM after Europa League elimination
After the defeat against Olympiakos in the Europa League, Bruno Genesio called on Saturday for a profound change of direction at Marseille, while targeting a second consecutive Ligue 1 victory at Angers.
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Despite six defeats in eight matches, OM pockets nearly €13 million from Europa League
In the midst of a sporting and financial crisis, Olympique de Marseille is nevertheless earning nearly €13 million from its participation in the Europa League, thanks in particular to UEFA's audiovisual revenue distribution system.
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Six defeats in eight matches: OM suffers worst start to season since 1964
Beaten by Olympiakos in the Ligue Europa on Thursday, Marseille has suffered six defeats in its first eight matches of the 2026-2027 season. A historically catastrophic record, unseen since the club's relegation in 1964.
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Six defeats in eight matches: Genesio equals 62-year-old OM record
Beaten at home by Olympiakos (0-1) in the Ligue Europa on Thursday evening, OM won only two of its first eight matches of the season. Bruno Genesio becomes the first Marseille manager to concede six defeats over this period since Mario Zatelli in 1964-1965.
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UEFA Ranking: Ligue 1 Extends Lead Over Portugal for Fifth Place
French clubs have widened their advantage over Portugal to 3.746 points in the UEFA coefficient standings thanks to four victories in a week — including PSG's 3-2 win over Manchester City and Lyon's 3-2 victory against Crystal Palace — despite a disastrous start to the week.
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Genesio admits frustration after Marseille's second Europa League defeat
Marseille lost 0-1 to Olympiacos on Thursday in the second matchday of the Europa League, conceding a goal against the run of play late in the first half. With two defeats in as many matches, OM's qualification for the knockout rounds is already seriously compromised.
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Six defeats in eight matches: OM's crisis turns to despair for Genesio
Beaten 1-0 by Olympiakos at the Vélodrome in the Europa League on Thursday, Marseille suffered their sixth defeat in eight matches across all competitions. The situation becomes critical ahead of their trip to Angers on Sunday.
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Kolo Muani snatches victory for Juventus at Vigo in extra time
Randal Kolo Muani scored the decisive goal in the 92nd minute to secure a 2-1 victory for Juventus away at Celta Vigo, propelling the Turin side to the top of the Ligue Europa league phase.
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Genesio defends Paixao after incident, cites transfer frustration
Questioned on the eve of Olympiakos's trip to the Europa League, Bruno Genesio ruled out any conflict with Igor Paixao, attributing the tension observed to frustration stemming from his failed transfer to Sunderland.
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Olympiakos supporters banned from Vélodrome for Europa League clash against OM
French authorities have banned all Olympiakos supporters from traveling to Marseille for the club's Europa League match against OM at the Vélodrome on Thursday, October 16. Piraeus will issue full refunds for all tickets sold.
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Fibula fracture for Openda, Lyon accuses referees of failing to protect him
Loïs Openda suffered a fibula fracture in his right leg and will be sidelined for several weeks after being substituted during Lyon's 0-1 defeat at Lens on Friday. Olympique Lyonnais will be without its striker until at least the next international break and has publicly denounced the lack of refereeing protection.
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Injured at Lens, Openda ruled out for Lyon-Crystal Palace Europa League clash
Loïs Openda suffered a right calf injury during Lyon's 2-1 defeat at Lens on Friday and has been ruled out for Thursday's Europa League home match against Crystal Palace. The extent of the injury will be determined after medical imaging tests on Monday.
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Roy Hodgson joins UEFA's Technical Observer Group at 79 after Bristol City stint
Roy Hodgson has secured his first role since leaving Bristol City in May 2026, joining UEFA's Technical Observer Group alongside former top-flight managers including Arne Slot and Erik ten Hag. The 79-year-old will analyse matches across all three UEFA club competitions.
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Sacked Liverpool boss Arne Slot joins UEFA observer group while targeting club return
Arne Slot has taken his first role since being dismissed as Liverpool manager, joining UEFA's Technical Observer Group to analyse European club competitions. The Dutchman has ruled out the Netherlands vacancy, insisting club football remains his priority.
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O'Neill commits to Celtic future after three-game losing run prompts soul-searching
Martin O'Neill has confirmed he will remain as Celtic manager after a brief period of reflection following three consecutive defeats, including two losses to Rangers and a Europa League exit against Ferencvaros.
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Juventus targets Hojbjerg, OM ready to offload fallen captain for €10m
According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Juventus has made Danish midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg its priority to strengthen its midfield in January. OM, forced to reduce its wage bill, would accept an offer below €10 million.
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