NUNO MENDES NEWS

Hammers winner off bench Mendes scored on his lone shot and added two tackles (one won) in 22 minutes off the bench in Wednesday's 2-1 win over Juventus.

Impact Mendes made a brilliant run on the left flank followed by a clinical finish to notch the winning goal literally minutes after his introduction off the bench. He was out for about a month but this type of run in his second appearance off the bench after his return shows that he's likely ready for a full shift by now and could get the nod versus Lorient on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mbappé's memorable plays not enough for PSG to win group

Kylian Mbappé’s power and strength were on full display when he shook off a defender tugging desperately on his shirt to score a memorable goal in the Champions League

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Returns to squad Mendes (hamstring) made the squad list for Tuesday's match against Maccabi Haifa.

Impact Mendes returns to bolster the defense after four matches out due to injury. Juan Bernat would make way from the left flank when Mendes is fit enough to start.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Madrid, Man City can advance in Champions League

The Champions League resumes with the fourth round of group games

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

MATCHDAY: City's Haaland has Southampton in his sniper scope

Pep Guardiola admits he has nothing to teach Erling Haaland, saying the striker has “incredible instinct” for scoring

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out 3-4 weeks with strain Mendes is expected to miss up to a month with a hamstring strain he suffered in the Champions League against Benfica, L'Equipe reported Thursday.

Impact Mendes was forced out of Wednesday's UCL draw with Benfica in the second half after injuring his hamstring, and he's now expected to miss roughly the rest of October while recovering. Juan Bernat replaced him Wednesday and should be the top option at left wing-back while the 20-year-old is out, but Mendes is expected to recover in time to get fit for the World Cup with Portugal.

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off with knock Mendes (knock) came off in the second half of Wednesday's clash with Benfica due to a knock.

Impact Mendes came off with a knock in the second half after a heavy challenge. It didn't appear to be too serious of an issue, but it was enough to bring Juan Bernat onto the pitch. The defender will be truly questionable for Saturday's trip to Reims back in domestic action.

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mbappe nets winner as PSG edges Nice to stay top in Ligue 1

Kylian Mbappe has scored a late winner for defending champion Paris Saint-Germain to edge Nice 2-1 and restore its two-point lead over Marseille in the French league

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Creates three chances in shutout win Mendes had a clean sheet, three chances created, two crosses (one accurate), two dribbles, two tackles (one won) and two clearances in Sunday's 1-0 win over Lyon.

Impact Mendes held only his first clean sheet in last five appearances and third on the season despite Parisians earning more of those lately. The full-back though has been already more productive offensively than last season and has earned one goal and two assists on the season thus far.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ronaldo called up to lead Portugal in Nations League

Cristiano Ronaldo has been included in the Portugal squad for upcoming Nations League matches against the Czech Republic and Spain

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Imperious Mbappé scores twice as PSG beats Juventus 2-1

Kylian Mbappé has scored two superb goals to give PSG a 2-1 win against Juventus in their Champions League opener

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mbappé scores twice in PSG win but Vitinha injured

Kylian Mbappé has scored twice from Lionel Messi's assists in Paris Saint-Germain's 3-0 win at Nantes in the French league

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Assists in 7-1 thrashing win Mendes tallied one assist, two dribbles and two dispossessions in Sunday's 7-1 win over Lille.

Impact Mendes was yet again very clinical with his very few opportunities up front and created one of the goals for his team with his second straight assist. The full-back also had a clean sheet in the opener and has had a major contribution in each of his three outings thus far.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in 5-2 rout Mendes tallied one assist, two crosses (one accurate), two dribbles, two fouls drawn and two tackles (both won) in Saturday's 5-2 win over Montpellier.

Impact Mendes has been off to a fantastic start of the campaign. He started off with a clean sheet only to add an assist this time around and dominant PSG surely helps him be very productive in multiple categories.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Begins season with clean sheet Mendes had a clean sheet, two shots (both on target) and two fouls drawn in Saturday's 5-0 win over Clermont Foot.

Impact Mendes was solid in the opener and played actually much better than what his stat sheet shows for. He only had one assist with no goals all of last season though and his offensive upside looks to be a bit limited though he should still be able to produce a ton of fantasy numbers in other categories. Juan Bernat will likely eat into his playing time if healthy.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to PSG permanently Mendes has signed a four-year contract with PSG after transferring from Sporting Lisbon on a permanent basis, the club announced Tuesday.

Impact Mendes recorded an assist and kept four clean sheets in 27 Ligue 1 appearances (18 starts) during his loan campaign with PSG, and he also started seven games in the Champions League. The 19-year-old is now transferring fully from Sporting, and while he's still growing into his role, he should be considered the club's first-choice left back next season over Abdou Diallo and Juan Bernat.

JUNE 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

PSG held to 2-2 draw; Marseille restores 3-point lead in 2nd

French champion Paris Saint-Germain threw away a 2-0 lead to draw 2-2 with 15th-place Troyes in another disappointing performance

MAY 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Logs five dribbles in shutout win Mendes had a clean sheet, one shot (off target), five dribbles, two tackles (one won), two interceptions and two clearances in Sunday's 3-0 win over Bordeaux.

Impact Mendes and the Parisians' back line finally held first clean sheet in last five matches since mid-February. PSG held four shutouts in the five matches before that and would now have a much better chances of repeating that feat after remaining alive only in domestic competitions.

MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Champions League matchups as PSG heads to Madrid with edge

English clubs Liverpool and Manchester City are in commanding positions ahead of second-leg matches at home in the Champions League's round of 16

MARCH 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sends five crosses in shutout win Mendes had a clean sheet, one shot (on target), five crosses (none accurate), two dribbles, two fouls drawn and five tackles (three won) in Tuesday's 1-0 win over Real Madrid.

Impact Mendes and the Parisians' back line had a quiet day against dormant Real and held fourth clean sheet in last five matches across all competitions. The full-back though had a busy day up front and has now mounted one assist on eight chances created and 20 crosses over his past five starts alone.

FEBRUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sends four crosses in shutout win Mendes had a clean sheet, four crosses (one accurate), two dribbles, two fouls drawn and two tackles (both won) in Sunday's 4-0 win over Reims.

Impact Mendes and the Parisians back line have now held back to back clean sheets and three in last five matches while allowing no more than one goal in nine straight matches. The full-back also tallied one assist in that stint and has been a serious fantasy weapon of late while also delivering great numbers in multiple peripheral categories on both sides of the ball.

JANUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mbappe scores for leader PSG, last-place Saint-Etienne loses

Kylian Mbappe scored his 10th goal of the French league to help leader Paris Saint-Germain overcome a sloppy start to beat Brest 2-0 and stay 11 points ahead of second-placed Nice

JANUARY 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mbappe hat trick as PSG beats Vannes 4-0 in French Cup

Kylian Mbappe has scored a second-half hat trick as French Cup holder Paris Saint-Germain won at fourth-tier Vannes 4-0 to reach the last 16

JANUARY 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mbappe, Messi power PSG to 4-1 win over Brugge in CL

Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi have both scored twice to lead Paris Saint-Germain past Brugge 4-1 in their final Champions League group game

DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Di Maria leads PSG to 2-1 comeback win over Lille

Angel Di Maria set up the equalizer and then netted the winning goal himself as Paris Saint-Germain rallied past defending champion Lille 2-1 on Friday to stretch its lead at the t...

OCTOBER 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS