Gambardella glory after 35 years
Your U19s are Coupe Gambardella champions for the first time since 1991. Mathis Jangeal buried a stoppage-time penalty to seal a wild 3–2 win over Montpellier at the Stade de France. The winning moment came in the most dramatic fashion possible, Montpellier were leading 2–1 and playing against ten men after a controversial red card, yet your titis found a way. (4) (5) (9)
Coach Leyssales was emotional after the final whistle, crediting the club's "One Team" philosophy and paying tribute to president Al-Khelaïfi. "This victory was built on unity across every level of the club," he said. (13)
The red card chaos
The match turned surreal midway through the second half. Referee Lucas Fouret sent off the wrong PSG player, David Boly was shown red instead of Samba Coulibaly after a foul. Boly, completely innocent, had to leave the pitch. Montpellier scored from the resulting free-kick to go 2–1 up, but PSG still clawed back to win it. (4) (9)
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Montpellier coach Michel Rodriguez was gutted. "They deserved to lift the trophy," he said after watching his side lose in stoppage time despite the man advantage. (8)
Opposition forward Noah Vidal Cartoux earned widespread praise for his performance in the final, but it wasn't enough to stop PSG's comeback. (7)
Luis Enrique plotting final surprise
With the Champions League final against Arsenal approaching, speculation is building that Luis Enrique could spring a tactical or selection surprise. Fabian Ruiz revealed the coach is obsessed with every detail. "He watches everything, analyses everything, leaves nothing to chance," Ruiz said. Enrique is considering an unexpected move in the starting XI for May 30. (1) (3)
Ramos to United talk
Manchester United are targeting Goncalo Ramos, and PSG are reportedly willing to listen if a convincing offer arrives. No formal bid yet, but the interest is real. AC Milan are also monitoring the situation. (2)
Moscardo loan return likely
Gabriel Moscardo looks set for another loan spell at SC Braga next season. The midfielder has yet to make a first-team appearance for PSG and another year in Portugal would give him the minutes he needs. (6)
Doué on Pacho: "He has everything"
Désiré Doué didn't hold back when asked about teammate Willian Pacho. He praised the defender's calmness, intelligence, and defensive qualities, calling him a complete player that every team needs. (12)
Lens lift first Coupe de France
Lens beat Nice 3–1 to win their first-ever Coupe de France title. They finish the domestic season as Ligue 1 runners-up behind PSG, a reminder that your club has already wrapped up the league. (10)
Fan-reaktioner
The subreddit is buzzing about the Gambardella triumph, with supporters celebrating the end of a 35-year wait and calling it a massive moment for the academy. Some fans are already shifting focus toward May 30, hunting for watch-party spots across the US ahead of the Champions League final against Arsenal. Join the celebration here.
