Live Commentary: Ajax 4-1 Lyon - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Ajax's 4-1 win over Lyon, as the Dutch side took a giant step towards the final of the Europa League.
May 3, 16:45
Karim Benzema questions prolonged snub from France national side
Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema says that he needs answers from France boss Didier Deschamps over why he continues to be left out of the squad.
Mar 24, 17:11
France boss Didier Deschamps hints at Karim Benzema return
Didier Deschamps says that Karim Benzema's 'situation may change' by the time the next international break arrives, having been overlooked by France for the past year.
Nov 22, 12:15
Lyon slam "despicable" rumours that Mathieu Valbuena has died
Lyon slam "disgraceful" social media rumours that Mathieu Valbuena has died.
Oct 31, 12:57
Preview: Portugal vs. France
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at Sunday's Euro 2016 final between Portugal and host nation France at the Stade de France.
Jul 9, 10:55
Hosts France name Euro 2016 squad
Ten Premier League players are named in the France squad for the upcoming European Championships, which they will host.
May 12, 20:32
Karim Benzema not selected for France's Euro 2016 campaign
The French Football Federation confirms that Karim Benzema will not be selected for Euro 2016 due to his alleged involvement in a sex-tape blackmail plot.
Apr 13, 17:12
Karim Benzema cleared to be picked by France at Euro 2016
France and Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema is available for Euro 2016 after being cleared to contact international teammate Mathieu Valbuena by a French court.
Mar 11, 17:00
Rafael Benitez: 'Karim Benzema is an excellent person'
Rafael Benitez hails Karim Benzema as an "excellent person" after the French striker experiences another troubled week.
Dec 12, 14:38
Karim Benzema suspended indefinitely from France squad over sex-tape scandal
The French Football Federation suspends Karim Benzema from the France squad indefinitely due to his part in a sex-tape scandal.
Dec 10, 16:22
Zinedine Zidane: 'Karim Benzema should not be suspended from France duty'
Zinedine Zidane insists that Karim Benzema should not be suspended from the France squad in response to his current legal issues.
Dec 6, 22:59
Karim Benzema hopeful of earning Euro 2016 spot
Karim Benzema insists that he will not give up hope of playing at Euro 2016 as he continues to deal with his off-the-pitch issues.
Dec 6, 18:00
Hubert Fournier not thinking about Lyon future
Hubert Fournier calls for Lyon to stick together after losing 2-0 at home against Angers.
Dec 6, 16:07
Rafael Benitez praises Madrid attacking trident of Ronaldo, Benzema, Bale
Rafael Benitez heaps praise on Madrid's attacking trident of Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema and Gareth Bale, after each player scored in the Galacticos' win over Getafe.
Dec 5, 20:36
Cheikh Ndoye double stuns Lyon
Angers maintain their impressive form with a 2-0 win over Lyon with Cheikh Ndoye bagging a brace for the visitors.
Dec 5, 18:04
France Football Federation considering international suspension for Karim Benzema?
Reports claim that the France Football Federation is considering suspending Karim Benzema from international selection.
Dec 5, 14:56
Preview: Cadiz vs. Real Madrid
Sports Mole previews the Copa del Rey clash between Cadiz and Real Madrid.
Nov 30, 22:35
Karim Benzema 'could miss Euro 2016 over sex tape scandal'
Karim Benzema could be left out of France's Euro 2016 squad over his alleged involvement in a sex tape scandal.
Nov 28, 16:09
Lyon's Mathieu Valbuena criticises Karim Benzema over sex-tape scandal
Lyon midfielder Mathieu Valbuena criticises Karim Benzema over his alleged role in a sex tape blackmail plot against him.
Nov 27, 10:18
Lyon suffer Champions League exit
Lyon drop out of the Champions League after a 2-1 defeat at the hands of Gent leaves them with no chance of progressing from Group H.
Nov 24, 21:43
Half-Time Report: Lyon pegged back by Gent
Danijel Milicevic drags Gent level against Lyon as the two clubs head into the break on level terms in their Champions League meeting.
Nov 24, 20:34
Team News: Alexandre Lacazette leads Lyon attack
Alexandre Lacazette leads the line for Lyon as the French club take on Gent in their must-win Champions League clash.
Nov 24, 18:52
Mathieu Valbuena "very calm" during questioning
Mathieu Valbuena's lawyer says that the footballer was "very composed" after facing two-and-a-half hours of questions from prosecutors over blackmail allegations.
Nov 21, 19:41
Hubert Fournier bemoans Lyon impatience against Nice
Hubert Founier suggests his Lyon team "went to pieces" after conceding the first goal of their game with Nice.
Nov 21, 19:02
Nice cruise to win over Lyon
Nice secure their first win in four matches in Ligue 1 with a 3-0 victory over second-placed Lyon.
Nov 20, 21:21
Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema declared fit for El Clasico
Real Madrid boss Rafael Benitez confirms that Karim Benzema is fit and in the squad for Saturday's El Clasico against Barcelona.
Nov 20, 12:22
Gerard Pique, Shakira 'deny reports they are being blackmailed over sex tape'
Barcelona defender Gerard Pique and his girlfriend Shakira reportedly deny that they are being blackmailed over a sex tape.
Nov 19, 10:28
Barcelona star Gerard Pique, Shakira blackmailed over sex tape?
Barcelona star Gerard Pique and his partner Shakira are reportedly being blackmailed over a sex tape.
Nov 18, 10:18
Preview: France vs. Germany
Sports Mole previews France's preparations for hosting Euro 2016 as they welcome the visit of world champions Germany in a friendly fixture.
Nov 10, 18:08
Hugo Lloris: 'France team support Karim Benzema, Mathieu Valbuena'
Hugo Lloris insists that the France team support Karim Benzema and Mathieu Valbuena in the sex-tape blackmail scandal.
Nov 10, 08:34
Alexandre Lacazette hattrick secures Lyon win against Saint-Etienne
Lyon remain second in Ligue One after Alexandre Lacazette scores a hattrick to help them beat Saint-Etienne 3-0.
Nov 8, 21:53
Karim Benzema not included in Real Madrid squad to face Sevilla
Karim Benzema is left out of the Real Madrid sqaud to face Sevilla on Sunday, with manager Rafael Benitez stating that the French striker is not "100%".
Nov 7, 15:32
Preview: Sevilla vs. Real Madrid
Sports Mole previews the La Liga match between league leaders Real Madrid and Sevilla.
Nov 6, 17:58
Real Madrid 'fully support' Karim Benzema in sex-tape blackmail investigation
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez gives his "full support" to Karim Benzema after the French striker is charged in connection to a sex-tape blackmail plot.
Nov 6, 09:11
Karim Benzema, Mathieu Valbuena dropped from France squad
Karim Benzema and Mathieu Valbuena are dropped from the France squad by Didier Deschamps amid a sex-tape blackmail scandal.
Nov 5, 13:30
Karim Benzema charged over sex-tape blackmail plot against Mathieu Valbuena
Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema is charged over a sex-tape blackmail plot against his France international teammate Mathieu Valbuena.
Nov 5, 12:13
Team News: Alexandre Lacazette joins Claudio Beauvue in Lyon attack for Zenit clash
Lyon coach Hubert Fournier opts for Alexandre Lacazette and Claudio Beauvue in attack as they take on Zenit St Petersburg.
Nov 4, 18:51
Real Madrid star Karim Benzema 'to spend night in jail over sex-tape blackmail'
Real Madrid star Karim Benzema will reportedly spend a night in jail over an alleged sex-tape blackmail plot against Mathieu Valbuena.
Nov 4, 18:26
Karim Benzema 'arrested over sex-tape blackmail involving Mathieu Valbuena'
Real Madrid forward Karim Benzema is reportedly arrested in connection with an alleged blackmail plot involving a sex tape featuring Mathieu Valbuena.
Nov 4, 10:20
Claudio Beauvue penalty sends Lyon second
Claudio Beauvue scores a 78th-minute penalty as Lyon beat Troyes to move into second place in Ligue 1.
Oct 31, 20:55
