Mansour Barnaoui vs. Archie Colgan headlines PFL Europe in Paris in May
Paris' own Mansour Barnaoui (22-6) will take on unbeaten Archie Colgan (11-0) at Accor Arena on May 24, the PFL announced Thursday. In addition, Belgian lightweight fighters Patrick Habirora (6-0) and Nicolas Di Franco (10-4) will meet, and French fighter Taylor Lapilus will make his promotional debut on the card.
Barnaoui has 21 of his 22 wins by stoppage, including 15 submissions, and he's never been finished in his six losses. Colgan, a former NCAA Division-I wrestling standout who trains with Justin Gaethje and Kamaru Usman, among others, will put his unbeaten record on the line.
'I have a huge opportunity at the Accor Arena to make a statement and finish an undefeated fighter,' Barnaoui said in a news release. 'I expect a tough fight from Colgan, who is an excellent opponent. But when the referee lifts my hand, the PFL will realize they have a true lightweight title contender on their hands – and I have ambitions of becoming the champion. The French crowd will bring the energy like they always do, and I will bring the fight like I always do.'
PFL Europe Paris streams on DAZN in France, the U.K. and Ireland. North American broadcast plans are not yet finalized.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Fox Sports
an hour ago
- Fox Sports
PSG Goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma Announces He's Leaving the Club
Paris SG PSG Goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma Announces He's Leaving the Club Published Aug. 12, 2025 6:13 p.m. ET share facebook x reddit link Just hours after being left out of Paris Saint-Germain's squad for Wednesday's UEFA Super Cup final against Tottenham, star goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma posted a message saying he is leaving the club. When PSG named its squad for the match earlier on Tuesday, goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier, who recently joined from Lille for just over 40 million euros ($46 million), was included along with backup goalies Matvei Safonov and Renato Marin. Chevalier's arrival was expected to signal Donnarumma's departure, with the 26-year-old Italy international unlikely to accept being No. 2 if coach Luis Enrique decided so. Donnarumma then posted a message in Italian, English and French on his Instagram account saying he had effectively been forced out. "Unfortunately, someone has decided that I can no longer be part of the group and contribute to the team's success," he wrote. "I am disappointed and disheartened." He bade farewell to fans ahead of the new season. "I hope to have the opportunity to look the fans at the Parc des Princes in the eyes one more time and say goodbye as it should be done," Donnarumma said. "I will always carry with me the memory of all the emotions, the magical nights and of you, who made me feel at home." ADVERTISEMENT Donnarumma did not name the person who no longer wants him in the squad, but in a pre-match news conference PSG coach Luis Enrique explained why he had signed Chevalier. "These are always difficult decisions to make, I know. I can only say good things about Gigio (Gianluigi). He's one of the best players in his position, without a doubt, and he's even better as a person," Luis Enrique said. "We were looking for a different type of goalkeeper. And I repeat, it's always difficult to make a decision like that." It is thought that Chevalier's superior passing from the back— which has been a noticeable shortcoming for Donnarumma — was a crucial factor in the decision. However, Donnarumma was arguably the best goalkeeper in Europe last season, playing a key role in PSG's Champions League success with inspired shot-stopping in the knockout stages. He also starred for Italy when it won the European Championship in 2021. But with one year left on his contract, Donnarumma had refused to sign a new contract and PSG was unlikely to let him leave for free at the end of the season. He has been strongly linked with a move to Premier League big-spender Manchester City, with Manchester United also reportedly interested. PSG experienced the same situation two seasons ago with Kylian Mbappe, who ended up joining Real Madrid on a free transfer after refusing to take up the option of a one-year contract extension. Donnarumma was in a similar position to Chevalier when he joined the club after helping Italy win the Euros. He replaced Keylor Navas as No. 1, even though Navas had been outstanding for PSG the previous season. Donnarumma's arrival at PSG was seen by fans as hugely unfair on Navas and a clumsy move by the club. Now the situation has come full circle for the Italy keeper, who finds himself in much the same position as Navas was. "If he has to go, then we thank him from the bottom of our hearts," PSG captain Marquinhos said. "He has been a great leader all these years. Seeing Donnarumma leave would upset me." PSG begins its league campaign at Nantes on Aug. 17. Reporting by The Associated Press. Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account , and follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily! share
San Francisco Chronicle
3 hours ago
- San Francisco Chronicle
Former Newcastle winger Allan Saint-Maximin makes his next move, this time to Mexico
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Allan Saint-Maximin's wide-ranging career is taking him to Mexico. The former Newcastle winger signed a contract with Club America, the top-tier Mexican team said Tuesday. The 28-year-old Saint-Maximin arrives in the Liga MX after a one-year stint with Turkey's Fenerbahce where he played on loan from Saudi Arabia's Al Ahli. America, the winningest club in Mexico with 16 league titles, did not disclose further details about the contract. Local media reported a two-year deal worth around $10 million. Saint-Maximin is the second French player to play for Club America. Jeremy Menez, who won the Apertura 2018 championship with the club, was the first. The most successful French player in Mexican league history is Andre-Pierre Gignac, who has won five league titles with the UANL Tigres and scored 209 goals in all competitions since arriving in Mexico in 2015. Saint-Maximin, a former France youth international, debuted with Saint-Etienne in his home country, moved to Monaco and Nice, and in 2019 to Newcastle in the Premier League, where he spent four seasons.
Newsweek
4 hours ago
- Newsweek
Insider Names Picks for Cadillac's American F1 Driver
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Formula 1 insider James Hinchcliffe threw out some American drivers who Cadillac F1 should consider for their lineup. Hinchcliffe is a commentator for F1 TV and IndyCar, making him connected in both the American motorsport world and F1. He drove for 11 years in IndyCar, winning six races and capturing 18 podiums in his career. In an article on Hinchcliffe selected some potential United States talents who could break through on the grid and deliver where Sargeant failed to. People attend an event to unveil the colors for the 2026 Cadillac debut in Formula One racing, ahead of the 2025 Miami Formula One Grand Prix, in Miami Beach, Florida, on May 3, 2025. People attend an event to unveil the colors for the 2026 Cadillac debut in Formula One racing, ahead of the 2025 Miami Formula One Grand Prix, in Miami Beach, Florida, on May 3, 2025. Photo byCadillac is the first new F1 team since Haas debuted years ago. Their arrival opens up two new seats on the grid for drivers to get additional opportunities, and considering the team's North American roots, some believe an American driver could be given a chance. The last American driver was Logan Sargeant, who raced for Williams over a season and a half before getting replaced mid-season by Franco Colapinto. Overall, Sargeant underperformed compared to his junior racing career track record, but with other talents racing all around the world, many believe other Americans can establish themselves on the grid. Kyle Ki rkwood Racing for Andretti in IndyCar, Kirkwood already has the needed connections to land a seat with Cadillac. Andretti Global is part of the Cadillac F1 venture, with both racing institutions joining forces in an all-American bid. At the age of 26, Kirkwood is driving at an elite level, winning three races and sitting fifth in the standings. He has surpassed teammate Colton Herta as the lead driver at the team, and his results could lead to a chance in F1. Jak Cra wford Already in the formula racing ladder, Crawford is around the F1 paddock more than anyone else on this list. He has three seasons at the F2 level. In his third season, he is currently in fourth place with three wins so far. There are reports already connecting the American to the Cadillac team. "And let's call a spade a spade, he was just 18-years-old in his first campaign, and F2 is an ultra competitive series. Now at 20, with a bit more racing maturity and some experience behind him, it's starting to come to him," the former IndyCar driver wrote. "If he can continue the winning ways and find himself in the top three at season's end, that would put him in a great position to be considered for the ultimate promotion." Connor Zilisch Competing in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, Zilisch is one of the most promising talents in America. He is on the verge of securing a full-time Cup Series race seat, though he has previously competed in Formula 4 and stated his interest in potentially joining F2 to prove himself before getting a shot at the top. At the age of 19, the American has plenty of time to hone his driving skills and develop in the early stages of his career. Alex Palou and Scott McLaughlin Hinchcliffe also added IndyCar drivers Scott McLaughlin and Alex Palou to the list. However, neither was born in America - McLaughlin is from New Zealand and became an American citizen through the naturalization process. Both McLaughlin and Palou are great drivers who could drive in F1, though some might not call them American drivers since they were not born in the United States. Out of the two, Palou stands out as an exciting talent who is a three-time IndyCar champion. After conquering the American race series, he could potentially head over to F1 and make some noise. For more F1 news, head on over to Newsweek Sports.
