Mbappé Condemns ‘Incompetent’ Senator Over Racist Slur
France captain Kylian Mbappé has strongly condemned Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla for racist comments she made following Les Bleus’ World Cup last-16 victory.
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Mbappé penalty seals controversial France win over Paraguay in Geopolitics World Cup
Kylian Mbappé converted a decisive spot-kick as France defeated Paraguay 1-0 in a tempestuous Geopolitics World Cup clash marked by aggressive play and disputed refereeing decisions.
World Cup star power debate highlights changing face of international football
A discussion regarding the perceived decline in global superstars at the current World Cup has drawn comparisons between Brazil’s current squad and their legendary 2002 generation, while highlighting ongoing reliance upon veteran players.
Vieri: Only two Italy players would start for World Cup favourites France
Cristian Vieri believes France and Argentina are the teams to beat at the 2026 World Cup. The former Italy striker claims only Gianluigi Donnarumma and Sandro Tonali could force their way into Didier Deschamps’ starting eleven.
Henry hails Olise as France’s most important World Cup player
Thierry Henry has declared Michael Olise France’s most important World Cup player, praising the Bayern Munich winger’s all-round game after he took his assist tally to five in the 3-0 victory over Sweden.
Messi headlines list of World Cup top scorers denied Golden Boot glory
Lionel Messi scored seven goals at the 2022 World Cup but still missed the Golden Boot, joining an exclusive club of prolific strikers who finished as runners-up in the race for the golden shoe.
World Cup goal glut masks visa chaos and ticketing disputes
The tournament has produced a record 2.99 goals per game and stellar performances from Lionel Messi, yet immigration barriers and exploitative pricing have left fans and journalists stranded.
Ronaldo: Mbappé reminds me of myself at my peak
Brazilian legend Ronaldo has likened Kylian Mbappé to himself at his peak, hailing the France captain as a ‘natural heir’ to football’s greats as he closes in on the World Cup scoring record.
Riise favours Haaland over Mbappé as France-Norway decider approaches
Former Norway defender John Arne Riise says he would rather build his team around Erling Haaland than Kylian Mbappé, though he rates France as World Cup favourites ahead of their group showdown.
Mbappé Brace Guides France Past Iraq After Storm Delay in Philadelphia
Kylian Mbappé scored twice as France defeated Iraq in a World Cup group stage match interrupted by a two-hour storm delay in Philadelphia. The victory moves the French captain level with Miroslav Klose on the all-time scoring charts.