Also known as: Demebele
Ousmane Dembele — France forward, scored hat-trick against Norway and goal against Iraq in 2026 World Cup; equalized from penalty in Champions League final loss to Arsenal.
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Citizen Digital
… The Ligue 1 winners equalled the record of 45 goals scored in a Champions League campaign with Ousmane Dembele's second-half penalty, to level Kai Havertz's early opener for Arsenal. …
PSG best team in the world, admits Arsenal's Arteta after 'pain' of defeatCitizen Digital
… Kai Havertz gave the Premier League winners an early lead, but Ousmane Dembele's second-half penalty brought PSG level. …
Champions League heartbreak 'just the start' for Arsenal, says RiceCitizen Digital
… For a while it looked unlikely as Kai Havertz powered Arsenal ahead after six minutes but Ousmane Dembele's penalty midway through the second half took a tight game to extra time and ultimately spot-kick. …
PSG beat Arsenal on penalties to retain Champions League titleCitizen Digital
… In front of him Gabriel and William Saliba form a formidable centre-back pairing for Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembele to try and break through, amply supported by Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Desire Doue. …
Key talking points ahead of PSG v Arsenal Champions League finalCitizen Digital
… "At this moment we are thinking about the future -- the future is winning tomorrow, another important trophy, and that's the goal." Luis Enrique confirmed defenders Achraf Hakimi and Nuno Mendes were fit for the final, while forward Ousmane Dembele said he had recovered from a ca …
PSG, Arsenal final has no favourite: Luis EnriqueThe Standard
… It was the Spaniard's third Champions League triumph, making him one of only five coaches to complete a hat-trick -- the first coming with Barcelona in 2015.For a while it looked unlikely as Kai Havertz powered Arsenal ahead after six minutes but Ousmane Dembele's penalty midway …
PSG beat Arsenal on penalties to retain Champions League titleCitizen Digital
… re are matches when you may not manage to score or assist but still help the team as much as you can, which is exactly the strategy that our team applies." Kvaratskhelia is keen to point out the quality of his team-mates at the French champions, including forwards Ousmane Dembele …
Wing kings Kvaratskhelia, Saka can decide Champions League finalCitizen Digital
… Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembele, likely to be fit after a calf problem, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Desire Doue lead a thrilling attacking cast for a PSG side that edged Bayern Munich 6-5 in the semi-finals. …
Arsenal aiming to dethrone dynasty-chasing PSGCitizen Digital
… However, France have looked highly impressive over the last year with a 4-2-3-1 system that makes room in attack for Mbappe, reigning Ballon d'Or Ousmane Dembele and Bayern Munich star Michael Olise. …
Deschamps bidding to end glorious France reign on a high at World CupCitizen Digital
… In Paris, Kvaratskhelia has become part of a collective machine rather than its sole inspiration, flourishing alongside Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembele, Vitinha and Joao Neves in a younger, more balanced PSG side. …
PSG's Georgian magician Kvaratskhelia ready for another big European nightOusmane Dembele scored a first-half hat-trick as France defeated Norway 4-1 to clinch top spot in World Cup Group I. Senegal kept their hopes of advancing with a victory over Iraq.
12 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Ousmane Dembele scored a first-half hat-trick as France defeated Norway 4-1 to clinch top spot in World Cup Group I. Senegal kept their hopes of advancing with a victory over Iraq.
12 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
The race for the World Cup Golden Boot has become a major talking point at the 2026 tournament, with Lionel Messi breaking the overall career record of 18 goals across six World Cups. Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland are chasing with four goals each, while the single-tournament record of 13 goals set by Just Fontaine in 1958 appears vulnerable.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Lionel Messi broke Miroslav Klose's record with his 17th and 18th World Cup goals in Argentina's 2-0 win over Austria, advancing to the last 32. France defeated Iraq 3-0 and Norway beat Senegal 3-2 to also advance to the knockout rounds.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kylian Mbappe marked his 100th cap with two goals as France defeated Iraq 3-0 in a World Cup match delayed two hours by a severe storm in Philadelphia. Ousmane Dembele scored the other goal for France, with Mbappe moving to 16 career World Cup goals.
23 June 2026 · The Standard →
France forward Ousmane Dembele has defended captain Kylian Mbappe, saying criticism of the Real Madrid striker has become excessive as the national team prepares for the World Cup. Mbappe has faced scrutiny since joining Real Madrid in 2024, with criticism intensifying after the club failed to win La Liga or the Champions League.
13 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Paris Saint-Germain will begin defending their Ligue 1 title at home against Rennes in August, with a match against Marseille scheduled for September 20. The 2026/27 season concludes on May 29, 2027.
11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
France coach Didier Deschamps praised Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise after he scored a hat-trick in a 3-1 World Cup warm-up victory over Northern Ireland, with Deschamps saying the team will need Olise to perform at that level in the tournament.
9 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
France coach Didier Deschamps said defender William Saliba is "fine" despite reports he was a doubt for the World Cup with a back injury. Saliba has rejoined the France squad at their pre-tournament camp and is expected to have his workload managed as a precaution ahead of a warm-up match against Ivory Coast.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Paris Saint-Germain beat Arsenal 4–3 on penalties in Budapest to claim their second consecutive Champions League title. The victory was marked by celebrations in Paris, though the festivities were marred by clashes between youths and police, looting, and dozens of police injured.
1 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Paris Saint-Germain retained the UEFA Champions League title by defeating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the final at Budapest on May 30, 2026. Coach Luis Enrique said the victory was "even bigger" than their maiden European title a year ago.
31 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta admitted that Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain are the best team in the world after Arsenal fell to defeat in the final on penalties following a 1-1 draw after extra-time. PSG won the Champions League for a second consecutive season with a 4-3 penalty shoot-out victory.
31 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Arsenal lost the UEFA Champions League final to Paris Saint-Germain 4-3 on penalties in Budapest, with Kai Havertz scoring early for the Gunners and Ousmane Dembele equalizing from a second-half penalty. Declan Rice said the defeat is "just the start" and believes Arsenal will eventually conquer Europe.
31 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Paris Saint-Germain won back-to-back Champions League titles by defeating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw after extra time in Budapest, with Eberechi Eze and Gabriel missing from the spot. PSG became only the second team besides Real Madrid to win the competition in consecutive years.
30 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Champions League holders Paris Saint-Germain face Arsenal in Saturday's final in Budapest. Arsenal, seeking their first Champions League trophy after winning the Premier League title for the first time in 22 years, aim to dethrone the French champions.
30 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
PSG coach Luis Enrique said his team are not favourites to defend their Champions League crown in Saturday's final against Arsenal, noting that while PSG scored 44 goals this competition and Arsenal conceded six, finals tend to be close affairs and last year's 5-0 win over Inter Milan was exceptional.
30 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Paris Saint-Germain won back-to-back Champions League titles, defeating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw after extra time in Budapest. PSG became only the second team besides Real Madrid to win the competition in consecutive years in the Champions League era.
30 May 2026 · The Standard →
Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain face off in the Champions League final in Budapest, with the match potentially decided by the performances of their star wingers—Bukayo Saka for Arsenal and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia for PSG, who has scored 10 goals in the competition including seven in the knockout phase.
29 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Arsenal aim to win the Champions League by defeating defending champions Paris Saint-Germain, who are chasing back-to-back titles in Budapest on Saturday under coach Luis Enrique.
29 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
After 14 years leading France to a World Cup victory in 2018 and a final loss to Argentina in 2022, Didier Deschamps plans to step down as France coach following the upcoming World Cup in North America. France currently top the world rankings and are among the leading contenders for final victory.
29 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
PSG's Georgian winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has become a key symbol of Luis Enrique's attacking side ahead of the Champions League final against Arsenal at the Puskas Arena in Budapest. The player, signed by Napoli from Dinamo Batumi in 2022 for around 10 million euros, brings improvisation and menace to PSG's already talented attacking lineup.
29 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The 2026 Ballon d'Or ceremony will take place in London on October 26, marking the 70th anniversary of the trophy being awarded to England's Stanley Matthews in 1956.
29 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
PSG forward Ousmane Dembele is undergoing treatment for muscle discomfort in his right calf after being substituted at half-time during Sunday's 2-1 Ligue 1 defeat to Paris FC. The Ballon d'Or winner is set to receive treatment over the next few days before PSG's Champions League final against Arsenal later in May.
19 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
PSG lost 2-1 to Paris FC on Sunday in their final Ligue 1 match before the Champions League final against Arsenal on May 30. Lille qualified for Europe's elite club competition on the final night of the French season, while PSG clinched their fifth straight French title and record-extending 14th overall.
18 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Paris Saint-Germain clinched their fifth straight French Ligue 1 title with a 2-0 away win against Lens, with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia scoring and substitute Ibrahim Mbaye adding a late second goal to give PSG an unassailable nine-point lead at the top.
14 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembele was named Ligue 1 player of the year for the second consecutive year, becoming the fifth player to win back-to-back awards. The 28-year-old has scored 10 goals and six assists this season despite an injury-plagued campaign with just nine Ligue 1 starts.
12 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Bayern Munich lost to Paris Saint-Germain 1-1 in Wednesday's semi-final second leg, eliminating them 6-5 on aggregate. Coach Vincent Kompany said he was already motivated for next season's Champions League.
7 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Paris Saint-Germain defeated Bayern Munich 6–5 on aggregate in the Champions League semi-final, with a 1–1 draw in the second leg, to advance to face Arsenal in the final. PSG winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia called the Bayern tie the hardest match of the season.
7 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Paris Saint-Germain knocked out Bayern Munich 6-5 on aggregate in their semi-final, winning the second leg 1-1 in Munich on May 6, 2026, to set up a Champions League final against Arsenal on May 30 in Budapest.
7 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Paris Saint-Germain fielded a second-string lineup and drew 2-2 with Lorient in Ligue 1 on Saturday, throwing away the lead twice despite goals from Ibrahim Mbaye and Warren Zaire-Emery. The result leaves PSG seven points clear in the title race as they prepare to face Bayern Munich away in the Champions League semi-final second leg on Wednesday, having won 5-4 at home in the first leg.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
PSG coach Luis Enrique said he was not frustrated by his side's narrow 5-4 first-leg advantage over Bayern Munich, calling it a unique match that could have resulted in a draw or loss without being unfair.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →