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PSG thrash Le Havre
Paris Saint-Germain beat Le Havre 5-1 on Friday in Ligue 1, according to RMC Sport. Achraf Hakimi scored a hat-trick and provided two assists, according to the same source. Le Figaro describes Hakimi as "unleashed" and notes that Luis Enrique directed criticism at his player after his goal, without specifying the reason. With this victory, Luis Enrique brings his total to 127 wins at the helm of PSG, a record in the club's history, according to Le Parisien. Hakimi said, as quoted by RMC Sport: "This isn't the match of my life, but I'm happy."
Manchester United in trouble
Manchester United drew 1-1 against Tottenham, bottom of the Premier League, according to Transfermarkt and Trivela. The club is recording its worst start to a season in 40 years, these outlets add. Michael Carrick, the manager, mentioned "difficult truths" shared among players, coaches, and management, reports The Independent. Sky Sports headlines that the match at Chelsea could be Carrick's "last chance." Manchester United are also reportedly targeting a Barcelona player, according to BBC Sport.
Barça face a busy schedule
FC Barcelona want to get back to winning ways before another "Tourmalet," headlines Mundo Deportivo. Andalusian club Real Betis, who host Barça, could see their home unbeaten run in La Liga come to an end, according to Mundo Deportivo. AS mentions a "hunt" for Barça led by Atlético Madrid and Real Madrid. Meanwhile, the Balde case at Barça is a major concern, reports El País.
Bayern Munich interested in Dani Olmo
Bayern Munich are reportedly interested in Dani Olmo to cover a potential departure of Michael Olise or Jamal Musiala, according to several media outlets. The information is reported by DailyFootball, which cites several sources.
Seedorf at Corinthians
Clarence Seedorf, appointed coach of Corinthians, celebrated his team's victory but warns that "it's not over," reports ge (Globo). UOL Esporte quotes him as saying: "We will continue with anger."
PSG manage Dembélé and Nuno Mendes
PSG have announced that Ousmane Dembélé and Nuno Mendes will not take part in the home match against Le Mans, in agreement with Luis Enrique and the sporting directorate, according to But Football Club. PSG should do without Dembélé for this Ligue 1 match, and Luis Enrique has reportedly decided to rest Nuno Mendes ahead of Manchester City, reports Onze Mondial.




