The football essentials this morning
PSG target a French record in the Champions League, Lens suffer a record defeat against Como, and Paulo Fonseca is reportedly in talks with Sporting CP.
PSG: a French record in sight
Paris Saint-Germain could set a new French record in the Champions League, according to RMC Sport. L'Équipe believes this PSG are operating in a different world. For the home match against Le Mans, Ousmane Dembélé and Nuno Mendes will not take part, in agreement with Luis Enrique and the sporting directorate, reports But Football Club.
Lens: record defeat against Como
Lens suffered a historic rout against Como, described as "ridiculous" and "humiliated" by the French press, according to RMC Sport. Le Figaro mentions a record defeat. Lens nevertheless wanted to bounce back after their defeats against Sporting CP and in Bruges, reports Le Figaro, while RMC Sport questioned the atmosphere at Bollaert following the incidents in Bruges.
Paulo Fonseca to Sporting CP?
Lyon coach Paulo Fonseca is reportedly in talks with Sporting CP, who could replace Rui Borges, according to RMC Sport and Foot Mercato. His departure has sparked reactions: Cris, a former Lyon defender, believes that "it's not very respectful towards the club", reports L'Équipe. Jorge Maciel says: "We shouldn't be crybabies", according to RMC Sport.
Manchester United come from behind to beat Roma
Manchester United beat Roma in a second-half turnaround, according to BBC Sport. Roma coach Gian Piero Gasperini criticised the Spanish officiating, particularly the award of the penalty that preceded the English side's equaliser, according to Voetbal International.
Seedorf confident at Corinthians
Clarence Seedorf, appointed Corinthians coach, values the club's "spirit" and shows confidence in their recovery, according to ge. Samir Carvalho reports that Seedorf has received the backing of the squad and the board.
Nadal tipped for Real Madrid board
Real Madrid has proposed the appointment of Rafael Nadal as a member of its board of directors, according to several Spanish and international media outlets. The final decision will be put to the extraordinary general meeting on 21 November. Nadal has reacted and wants to "bring everything I can", reports Le Parisien.
Juventus: Spalletti satisfied
Juventus coach Spalletti says he is satisfied with the performance against Napoli, ahead of the trip to Alkmaar, according to Corriere dello Sport. He also mentions Alajbegovic, whom he describes as a "ragazzino". The Juventus director wants to strengthen the club's Italian identity, according to ANSA and La Gazzetta dello Sport.
Barça: Betis without Cuti Romero
FC Barcelona face Real Betis, who will have to do without Cuti Romero, according to Mundo Deportivo. Barça face the best attack in La Liga, and the goals from Lamine and Raphinha have redeemed the team, reports El País.
