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Deschamps: Mbappe 'well' after racist abuse

France head coach Didier Deschamps has confirmed that Kylian Mbappe remains fully focused and mentally strong ahead of their World Cup quarter-final against Morocco. The Les Bleus captain was targeted by vile racist abuse from a Paraguayan politician following France's narrow knockout victory over the South American side.

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Mbappe hits back at politician's 'brazen racism' as France launch lawsuit

France captain Kylian Mbappe has issued a scathing response to Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla following a series of vile racist attacks directed at the forward. The Real Madrid star was targeted by the politician on social media after Les Bleus eliminated Paraguay from the 2026 World Cup in a heated last-16 encounter.

France appeal Olise booking to FIFA

The French Football Federation (FFF) has launched an appeal to FIFA in an attempt to have Michael Olise’s yellow card rescinded. The Bayern Munich star was booked during Les Bleus' last-16 victory over Paraguay, leaving him on a disciplinary tightrope ahead of the quarter-finals.

‘I'd get four red cards!’ - Zlatan on Paraguay’s ‘dirty tricks’

Former Manchester United forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic has admitted he would have struggled to maintain his composure during France’s ill-tempered World Cup victory over Paraguay. The Swedish legend praised Les Bleus for keeping their cool in the face of relentless physical provocation during the knockout encounter.

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📽️ | Mbappe scores despite Paraguay's penalty spot mind games

Kylian Mbappe refused to be distracted after a Paraguay player attempted to scuff the penalty spot before his decisive spot-kick. The France star converted with confidence, drew level with Lionel Messi in the Golden Boot race and celebrated in front of his opponents as Les Bleus secured their place in the quarter-finals.

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