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After Jonathan Clauss and William Saliba made their international debuts last month, if Didier Deschamps could only pick French players from Ligue 1 for his 2022 World Cup starting XI who would make the team? He may want to look more closely at Ligue 1…

GK, Alban Lafont (Nantes) – The 23-year-old may have underwhelmed at Fiorentina but his cat-like style and the faith of FCN coach, Antoine Kombouaré, has made him one of Ligue 1’s leading ‘keepers over the last year. He received a goalkeeper’s first 10/10 rating from L’Équipe since 1997 for his remarkable display as Nantes beat PSG in February and is positioning himself to compete with Mike Maignan to be France’s next number one.

CB, William Saliba (Marseille) – Although mistakes have been made, Saliba’s overall development this season has been a credit to his talent and a misstep for Mikel Arteta who deemed him surplus to requirements at Arsenal. The 21-year-old made his senior France debut last month and his serene yet bold style could be perfect for Deschamps in Qatar, especially given his effectiveness and comfort as the rightmost of three centre-backs.

CB, Boubacar Kamara (Marseille) – Widespread Premier League interest has followed the Marseille academy graduate for some time and he’ll finally leave (for free) this summer. Having started out as a central defender, Kamara has morphed into one of Ligue 1’s most reliable sentinels and he would be perfect for stepping out and starting attacks from the back in this team and maybe for Deschamps soon too.

CB, Presnel Kimpembe (PSG) – The now 26-year-old defender still plays like an excited teenager. He’s often bullish and proactive but regularly proves a liability via lapses in concentration, giving a sense that he’s still learning his trade despite his age. However, at his best, Kimpembe is a classy operator and, given his experience as a left-sided centre-back, and even at left-back, he fits nicely on the left of three centre-backs here, and for Deschamps.

RWB, Jonathan Clauss (Lens) – One of Ligue 1’s standout players in 2021, the 29-year-old finally made his international debut in March after months of championing from Lens fans and sections of the press. His powerful and relentless crossing from a variety of positions could become an underrated source of creativity for Les Bleus, especially Karim Benzema, in Qatar. Given a lack of options, he could be in the right place at the right time come November.

LWB, Dimitri Liénard (Strasbourg) – The 34-year-old benefits from few Ligue 1 alternatives in this role plus a stellar season as Strasbourg chase the podium places. His leadership, composure and technical ability, not to mention surprising energy levels given his age, have been crucial to Strasbourg’s consistency and attacking verve. Is he the oldest wing-back in Europe?

DM, Aurélien Tchouaméni (Monaco) – Having signed for Monaco two years ago, the midfielder, comfortable as a destroyer and/or a dynamo while always adding creativity, is set to leave Stade Louis II this summer. As the continent’s leading young talent in his position, he’s likely to fetch upwards of €60m. After impressing for France in recent months, he’s almost certain to make November’s squad.

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CM, Mattéo Guendouzi (Marseille) – The Arsenal loanee was the major winner from March’s international friendlies with Ivory Coast and South Africa. The introduction of his typical belligerence, power and direct style of passing pushed France to a late win over Ivory Coast as his dipping corner assisted Tchouaméni’s winning header. With squads likely to be expanded for the tournament, his place on the plane to Qatar is solidifying.

AM, Benjamin Bourigeaud (Rennes) – The vision, intensity, creativity and devilishly whipped crossing reminiscent of David Beckham makes the 27-year-old a genuine candidate for player of the season in France. Interest is rising from both Seville and Rome clubs ahead of the summer but he’s capable of playing at a higher level still.

ST, Kylian Mbappé (PSG) – Probably world football’s leading player right now, the coming World Cup is seen as a potential cornerstone in the 23-year-old’s still young career. After criticism for underperforming at EURO 2020, where his penalty miss knocked France out in the last 16, Mbappé feels he has a point to prove.

ST, Gaëtan Laborde (Rennes) – Given Olivier Giroud is now 35, Laborde is the perfect understudy to Karim Benzema and perhaps even a longer-term replacement with the Real Madrid man aging too. His skillset mirrors Benzema’s to some extent as a physical presence that leads attacks but one that can drop into pockets of space across the front line to create in tandem with others while boasting the ability to score all types of goals.

With the pressure of the World Cup building, Wallaroos prop Eva Karpani believes maintaining the 'fun' has been vital towards her breakout performances.Karpani stepped up for the Wallaroos when they needed it the most, producing a player-of-the-match performance to guide them to a 14-12 victory over Scotland.The 26-year-old has shown glimpses of her barnstorming potential, having burst onto the scene via the AON Sevens with University of Adelaide, skittling defenders with her freakish speed and strength for a tight-head prop.However, Saturday's outing was arguably her best, taking the game on when the Wallaroos needed a spark, finishing with six tackle busts, three offloads and 11 carries for 78 metres.When asked about the performance, Karpani believes a renewed confidence and belief has been critical, embracing the 'pack mentality' developing after two dominant outings at scrum time.“I think what really click was our scrum and set-piece,” Karpani explained.“We really fought as eight and back ourselves, we had a lot of pack mentality heading into the game so it was great.“For me going into the game, I wanted to set the standard for the impact and just had fun, play footy.“I think sometimes you just need to back your confidence and you are here for a reason. I think if you have a bit of fun, it can help you play some good footy.”Surviving the Scotland challenge has built a new level of confidence in the Wallaroos pack.Outside of first-half struggles with their rolling maul defence, the Australians were dominant across the park, winning the collision battles and earning multiple scrum penalties.They are preparing for a similar outing against a Welsh side that dismantled the Black Ferns scrum, with the Kiwis conceding five penalties.Whilst they will be without tighthead prop Donna Rose, the Wallaroos were well aware of the threat Wales possess, taking the challenge to them.“We take huge confidence from our scrums and our set-piece,” Emily Chancellor believes.“We know there’s still plenty of work-ons in our maul defence and attack. Our work around the park is still good and we keep working in pods, looking lethal out wide so watch out.”“It’s still a whatever it takes attitude,” fellow back-rower Grace Kemp added. “Their pack is super strong just like us. "They have a lot of key players that take them forward so we’re super keen to go out there and show them what Australia is made of”Click Here: Cruzeiro soccer tracksuit

The Queensland Reds have announced their squad to travel to Japan, headlined by the inclusion of Harry Wilson and Suliasi Vunivalu.The pair was surprise omissions from the Wallabies' Spring Tour squad, with Wilson starting in their last Bledisloe Test against the All Blacks.Reds coach Brad Thorn has named a strong squad, with 18 players with Super Rugby experience named.This includes Australia A quartet Richie Asiata, Ryan Smith, Seru Uru and Isaac Henry, whilst lock Angus Blyth will captain the 27-player squad.Seven standouts from the Queensland Rugby Challenger Series have also earned selection, headlined by former Rebels backrower Sam Wallis and Connor Anderson, who won the Alec Evans Medalist for Hospital Cup Player of the Year.“The Challenger Series was a great success. We got to see Queensland’s best club talent back playing rep footy. There needs to be more of it in the future," Thorn said in a statement.“Congratulations to the men who will tour Japan. It’s a special opportunity to earn a cap for their state.  “Seven club players will travel with us, we’re excited to reward them and see what they bring. I’d like to acknowledge Ethan Dobbins and Paddy James, who would have toured if not for injury.“We’re pleased to have Harry and Suli back. Harry won the Pilecki Medal as our best player this season and Suli is a proven match-winner – he brings x-factor. They’ll be great for our team.”They will open the tour with a warm-up clash with Kubota Spears before facing the Saitama Panasonic Wild Knights on Friday 4 November at Kumagaya Rugby Stadium.“We’re looking forward to travelling to Japan to play our partner the Saitama Panasonic Wild Knights," Reds GM of Rugby Sam Cordingley added.“After the Challenger Series, it’s another valuable opportunity for our group to develop as a team on the field, something that has been lacking in recent years.“It’s a unique chance for a number of club players to represent Queensland on tour. The StoreLocal Hospital Challenge Cup is our greatest talent provider, and we feel a great connection to the competition, so it’s pleasing to see these players get an opportunity.Queensland Reds Japan Tour Squad ForwardsConnor Anderson – WestsRichie Asiata – EastsGeorge Blake – Bond UniversityWilson Blyth – Bond UniversityAngus Blyth – Bond UniversitySef Fa’agase – University of QueenslandMatt Faessler – BrothersZane Nonggorr – Bond UniversityRyan Smith – BrothersPhransis Sula-Siaosi – SouthsJake Upfield – Bond UniversitySeru Uru – WestsSam Wallis – University of QueenslandHarry Wilson – BrothersDane Zander – University of QueenslandBacksFloyd Aubrey – GPSLawson Creighton – BrothersJoey Fittock – Bond UniversityJosh Flook – BrothersMac Grealy – University of QueenslandIsaac Henry – WestsSpencer Jeans – Bond UniversityTom Lynagh – University of QueenslandBen Navosailagi – WestsKalani Thomas – University of QueenslandSuliasi Vunivalu – WestsLouis Werchon – BrothersClick Here: armagh gaa jerseys

RMC Sport report this morning that Bayer Leverkusen are set to make another attempt to sign Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Eric-Junior Dina Ebimbe.

The Bundesliga side had tried to sign the 21-year-old on loan with an option to buy in January, with his game time decreasing drastically since the start of the season.

Dina Ebimbe has made 14 appearances overall this season. His contract expires at the end of next season, and the Frenchman has no intention of extending his deal. 

Instead, the midfielder would like to leave, and his representatives have said as much to sporting director Leonardo in the last few days. PSG are not necessarily against a departure, for the right price.

With the German team looking to re-open discussions for a transfer this summer, Dina Ebimbe could be set to join his compatriots Amine Adli and Moussa Diaby.

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