Lyon
Background
Lyon (traditionally Lyons in English; pronounced /ljɔ̃/ in French) is a city in east central France. The third largest French city, it is a major centre of business, situated between Paris and Marseille, and has a reputation as the French capital of gastronomy and a significant role in the history of cinema.
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...a permanent deal for Tevez have been further fuelled by the resurfacing of speculation linking Ferguson with a move for Karim Benzema, the Lyon forward regarded as potentially the biggest star to emerge from French football since Zinedine Zidane. Benzema is...
30 days ago from
FIFA
...the Royals also in the market for a seasoned middle infielder, Meister has a name in mind when he talks to general manager Dayton Moore. "I want to talk to Kansas City about Craig Counsell, because they've talked about having someone that can play around...
30 days ago from
MLB.com
...in the French league. Hoarau leads the league with 10 goals, one ahead of Lyon striker Karim Benzema and Bordeaux’s Fernando Cavenaghi. PSG midfielder Stephane Sessegnon created Hoarau’s first in the 23rd minute and set up a goal for Peguy Luyindula in the...
30 days ago from
China Post
...and John Mensah through injuries. Puel could also have to make do without his most dangerous weapon, France striker Karim Benzema, a doubtful starter because of a sore thigh muscle. Bayern coach Juergen Klinsmann has the enviable task of picking a starting...
30 days ago from
Reuters South Africa
...show his countrymen why he has been voted the French player of the year for the second successive time - ahead of Lyon striker Karim Benzema - in the annual poll organized by France Football. "The accolade matters to me, especially as a Frenchman playing...
29 days ago from
Earthtimes.org
...for a piece of China's large economy. China postponed a planned summit with the European Union, due to be hosted in the French city of Lyon earlier this month, in protest over Sarkozy's meeting. About 150 Chinese businessmen had been expected to meet with...
29 days ago from
PR-Inside.com
...leagues while Celtic, Lyon and Real Madrid all lose. Liverpool blocked a request from Ryan Babel to return to Ajax, according to the winger's agent. PSV Eindhoven manager Huub Stevens believes his side can claim all three points against Liverpool....
29 days ago from
Sky Sports
...turn in a good performance." Benzema partnership One of his best friends will be lining up against him. Lyon striker Karim Benzema has developed an excellent rapport with Ribéry on and off the pitch during their time with Les Bleus, and the Bayern No7 is keen...
29 days ago from
UEFA
...honour, the Dalai Lama told his audience that Poles have had a special place in his heart – from the moment he had heard about Lech Walesa and the Solidarity movement, he has been interested in Poland. He said that the failure of the Chinese leadership to...
29 days ago from
Merinews
...out. Porto need to win to take top spot but are without right-back Cristian Sapunaru because of a muscle strain. Raul Meireles is back in contention for a defensive midfield position and Argentine playmaker Lucho Gonzalez also returns after a one-match suspension. ...
29 days ago from
CNN