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'Absolute genius' - Cherki leaving France team-mates in awe

Rayan Cherki is rapidly becoming the talk of the France national team, with one international team-mate left stunned by his technical ability. The Manchester City playmaker has transitioned seamlessly to the elite level, drawing high praise from those playing alongside him for Les Bleus.

Six biggest selection debates facing the World Cup favourites

We are now just days away, and World Cup fever is gripping the globe as teams from 48 countries descend on the United States, Mexico and Canada for the biggest tournament FIFA have ever staged. Managers are making their final plans ahead of the opening round of group games, but for some there are still massive decisions to be made.

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Saliba injury boost as Deschamps confirms Dembele role

France have received a double boost ahead of their final World Cup warm-up fixture against Northern Ireland, with William Saliba's fitness clear and Ousmane Dembele set for a return. Manager Didier Deschamps has moved to calm fears over his star defender while confirming a tactical shift for his attacking line.

Yamal, Haaland & 10 stars making their World Cup debuts

We're now less than a week away from the start of the 2026 World Cup, with teams currently making their final preparations ahead of the big kick-off in the United States, Mexico and Canada on Thursday. This is the biggest World Cup ever, with 48 teams having qualified, meaning there are a whole host of players making their first appearance on the global stage.

World Cup arrives at perfect time for Madrid pariah Mbappe

It's strange that there isn't more hype around Kylian Mbappe as the days tick down to the 2026 World Cup getting underway, but you can probably put that down to what was a largely forgettable club season with Real Madrid. He will be mightily relieved to be away from the cauldron that is the Bernabeu having become persona non grata during the run-in, shifting his focus to making history with France in North America.

France vs Northern Ireland predictions: Les Bleus cruise in Lille

We offer three key France and Northern Ireland predictions for their international friendly this Monday, including returns on total goals.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Nassaji Mazandaran FC	27	16	8	3	38	12	26	56	W W W D W
2	Mes Shahr Babak	27	15	9	3	28	12	16	51	W L D W W
3	Sanat Naft Abadan	27	12	10	5	27	16	11	46	L W D D L
4	Saipa	27	12	9	6	24	16	8	45	W W L D L
5	Pars Jonoubi Jam	27	11	10	6	30	20	10	40	D W L D L

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