Julien Morel

JM
A 36-year-old French journalist based in Paris. Specialist in Ligue 1, Ligue 2 and the French national team. He also covers European competitions (Champions League, Europa League) whenever French clubs are involved. He closely monitors international transfers of French players to top European leagues (England, Spain, Italy). Known for his detailed tactical analysis, match breakdowns, and rigorous journalistic approach.

Articles by Julien Morel

News
What a night: Barnes' madness, Haaland's milestone, Barcelona's statement

01/08/2026

From Newcastle's 102nd-minute winner to Barcelona's 5-0 demolition in Jeddah, Wednesday delivered a night of relentless drama across European football...

Ligue 1 - Matchday 17 News
Five red cards, one boycott, a historic derby — has Ligue 1 finally woken up?

01/04/2026

Matchday 17 delivered five red cards, a managerial boycott, and the first Paris derby in 47 years as Lens continue their quiet march to the title.

Senegal - Sudan News
Sudan's warriors fall fighting as teenage Mbaye seals Senegal's place in AFCON last eight

01/03/2026

Pape Gueye's first-half brace and 17-year-old Ibrahim Mbaye's clinical finish secured Senegal's place in the AFCON 2025 quarter-finals after surviving...

AFCON group stage finale News
AFCON group stage finale: who survives?

12/31/2025

AFCON 2025's group stage ends today with crucial matches in Groups E and F. Algeria, Ivory Coast, Cameroon and Burkina Faso all have work to do.

Tanzania 1 - 1 Tunisia News
Why are Tunisia struggling to convince?

12/30/2025

Tunisia secured qualification for the AFCON round of 16 despite being held 1-1 by Tanzania, with Feisal Salum's stunning strike cancelling out Ismaël ...

News
Egypt and Morocco Hold All the Cards Tonight

12/29/2025

Four decisive fixtures today at AFCON 2025. Egypt can qualify, Morocco want maximum points against Zambia in Rabat.

Algeria vs Burkina Faso News
Desert Foxes vs Stallions: who will top Group E?

12/28/2025

Group E leaders collide as Algeria's attacking prowess meets Burkina Faso's counter-attacking steel in Rabat.

Senegal vs DR Congo News
Mané bails out Senegal after Bakambu stunner

12/27/2025

Sadio Mané's late equaliser rescues a point for Senegal after Cédric Bakambu had given DR Congo a shock lead in Tangier.

Morocco vs Mali News
Morocco's 19-Game Winning Streak Snapped as Mali Secure Crucial 1-1 Draw in AFCON 2025

12/27/2025

The Atlas Lions were held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by a resilient Mali side in their Group A clash at AFCON 2025, ending their record-breaking winnin...

News
Can Zambia finally end their 13-year AFCON victory drought?

12/26/2025

Thirteen years, ten games, zero wins since winning it all. The 2012 champions face Comoros in a must-win clash that could finally break their haunting...

Morocco vs Mali News
Morocco vs Mali: can the Atlas Lions crush Mali's hopes in Rabat?

12/26/2025

Morocco haven't lost at home since 2009. Mali haven't scored against them in three meetings. Something has to give in Rabat as the favorites face thei...

Angola vs Zimbabwe News
Angola vs Zimbabwe: which wounded side can survive AFCON 2025?

12/26/2025

Both teams lost their openers 2-1. Now it's do-or-die in Marrakech as Angola's possession game meets Zimbabwe's counter-attacking blueprint.

Egypt - South Africa News
Can Salah finally end Egypt's nightmare against Bafana Bafana?

12/26/2025

Both teams won their openers 2-1. Now Egypt and South Africa clash in what could decide Group B's fate. The 2019 elimination ghost still haunts the Ph...

AFCON 2025 - Boxing day News
AFCON 2025: what's at stake this African Boxing Day?

12/26/2025

Four matches on the schedule for December 26 with a summit clash between Egypt and South Africa. A comprehensive look at the tactical stakes of this d...

Cameroon vs Gabon News
AFCON 2025: Cameroon edge Gabon thanks to Eyong's early strike (1-0)

12/25/2025

The Indomitable Lions secure a historic win against the Panthers thanks to Karl Etta Eyong's early strike, breaking a 15-year AFCON curse.

AFCON 2025: Cameroon News
AFCON 2025: Cameroon enter the tournament in total organizational chaos

12/25/2025

Coach sacked, Onana dropped, Anguissa injured: Cameroon face Gabon tonight amid a total institutional crisis.

Wilfried Zaha News
AFCON 2025: Emerse Faé's tactical gamble with Wilfried Zaha's surprise return

12/24/2025

Absent for nearly two years, Wilfried Zaha makes a surprise return to the Ivory Coast squad for AFCON 2025. A tactical decision by Emerse Faé to addre...

Burkina Faso stun Equatorial Guinea News
Burkina Faso stun Equatorial Guinea with incredible 98th-minute winner as Tapsoba seals dramatic AFCON comeback

12/24/2025

Burkina Faso produced one of the most extraordinary comebacks in AFCON history, scoring twice in stoppage time to beat 10-man Equatorial Guinea 2-1 in...

News
Benfica vs Famalicão: Eagles Eye Comfortable Win

12/22/2025

Benfica host struggling Famalicão at the Estádio da Luz on Monday night. Di María and Pavlidis lead the Eagles' charge against a team winless in seven...

News
Alverca vs Porto: Dragons Hunt for More Points

12/22/2025

League leaders Porto visit newly-promoted Alverca on Monday. Samu Omorodion leads the Dragons' title charge against the minnows from Lisbon's suburbs.

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