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📽️ | Gill throws ball at Mbappe after handshake snub

Kylian Mbappe put France through to the World Cup quarter-final with a second-half penalty before tensions boiled over at full-time against Paraguay. Goalkeeper Orlando Gill threw the match ball at the Les Bleus captain after claiming his handshake was ignored, sparking a mass confrontation involving players and coaching staff.

World Cup Golden Boot standings: Mbappe pulls level with Messi

The 2026 World Cup is well underway and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. There's a long and winding road to be navigated as 48 nations battle for the top prize, but which star will take home the illustrious award? Here, GOAL tracks the tournament's most prolific stars.

Mbappe penalty downs Paraguay but Barcola & Olise underwhelm

Kylian Mbappe scored the only goal of the game from the penalty spot as France progressed to the quarter-finals of the World Cup with a laboured 1-0 win over an aggressive and cynical Paraguay side on Saturday evening. The South Americans, who upset Germany in the previous round, were always expected to make for awkward and uncompromising opponents for the tournament favourites but it was nonetheless surprising just how much Didier Deschamps' stellar forward line struggled to create chances in Philadelphia.

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Paraguay-France kick-off at risk of delay

France's World Cup round of 16 clash against Paraguay is facing a potential late delay as FIFA officials monitor deteriorating weather conditions in Philadelphia. Substantial stormy weather is expected to hit the area just as the scheduled kick-off approaches at Lincoln Financial Field.

Germany v Curacao: Group E - FIFA World Cup 2026

Klopp 'the best solution' for Germany, says Matthaus

Lothar Matthaus has endorsed Jurgen Klopp as the ideal candidate to lead a new era for the German national team following Julian Nagelsmann's departure. The legendary former captain believes the German Football Association (DFB) must embrace radical change to avoid repeating the mistakes that led to their recent tournament failures.

WC26 Power Rankings: Argentina lose top spot!

The real World Cup is finally under way! After a group phase almost completely devoid of jeopardy because of the tournament's farcical format, the first batch of knockout games treated us to some long overdue drama, with Germany and Netherlands among the big names to fall in the round of 32. A couple more heavyweights could have been kayoed too, though.

Paraguay vs France FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 Preview

Comprehensive match preview of Paraguay vs France at World Cup 2026. We talk tactics, team news and more ahead of this Round of 16 clash in Philadelphia.

Klopp wants Germany job as DFB confirm talks

The German Football Association (DFB) has confirmed their intention to open managerial talks with Jurgen Klopp following Julian Nagelsmann's resignation. The governing body announced that the former Liverpool boss has already signalled his willingness to inherit the national team vacancy, opening the door for a sensational return to the dugout.

Kylian Mbappe World Cup Ballon d'Or France 2026

World Cup, Golden Boot, Ballon d’Or! Can Mbappe clean up?

Kylian Mbappe is capable of completing a clean sweep on the trophy front in 2026, Louis Saha has told GOAL, with the France international in contention for World Cup, Golden Boot, Golden Ball and Ballon d’Hor honours. The Real Madrid forward has been starring on the grandest of stages, with the perfect response being delivered to some “strange criticism”.

Paraguay vs France predictions: Les Bleus eye quarter-finals

Three Paraguay vs France predictions for their World Cup last-16 encounter on Sunday, including value on France to win both halves bet.

Norway v France: Group I - FIFA World Cup 2026

Cherki 'hungry like crazy' for World Cup glory

Rayan Cherki has issued a defiant battle cry as France gear up for their World Cup round of 16 clash, insisting the squad is more motivated than ever. Despite recent scrutiny regarding his relationship with manager Didier Deschamps, the Manchester City playmaker insists his focus is firmly on their upcoming knockout clash against Paraguay.

Germany v Paraguay: Round Of 32 - FIFA World Cup 2026

Tah breaks silence on Germany World Cup exit

Jonathan Tah has opened up on the psychological toll of his missed penalty that confirmed Germany’s shock exit from the 2026 World Cup. The Bayern Munich defender was the man who ultimately failed to convert from 12 yards, but reports have since emerged regarding the reluctance of his team-mates to step up during the high-pressure moment.

Inside Brazil's Main Training Camp for FIFA World Cup 2026

Klopp ready to return to coaching immediately, and this is his dream destination

Will he receive the long-awaited offer?

France v Iraq: Group I - FIFA World Cup 2026

Olise 'far ahead' as world's best player as Ballon d'Or shout made

Former Bayern Munich and France defender Willy Sagnol has made a stunning declaration regarding Michael Olise, insisting the winger has already eclipsed every other player on the planet. Sagnol believes the 24-year-old’s unselfish nature puts him in a bracket above the likes of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

📽️ | Cherki appears to snub Deschamps in Sweden rout

France may have booked their place in the World Cup round of 16 with a dominant victory over Sweden, but the post-match celebrations have been marred by a seemingly frosty encounter between Rayan Cherki and Didier Deschamps. The Manchester City playmaker was captured on camera appearing to blank his manager at the final whistle, raising questions about the harmony within the Les Bleus camp.

Klopp stance on coaching return revealed as high-profile boss faces sack threat

Jurgen Klopp is reportedly open to taking over as Germany manager following the nation's disastrous and premature exit from the 2026 World Cup. The legendary former Liverpool boss has emerged as the primary candidate to lead Die Mannschaft back to glory as pressure mounts on current head coach Julian Nagelsmann.

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Nagelsmann calls Tah's disallowed Germany goal a 'scandal'

Germany crashed out of the World Cup after a penalty shootout defeat to Paraguay following a 1-1 draw after extra time. Julian Nagelsmann was left furious by the decision to disallow Jonathan Tah's extra-time goal, branding the VAR intervention a "scandal" before becoming frustrated during a post-match television interview.

'A disgrace!' - Klinsmann rages over Germany World Cup 'disaster'

Jurgen Klinsmann has branded Germany's World Cup exit to Paraguay a "disgrace" and called for a complete review of the German Football Association (DFB). The former Germany striker believes everyone involved must accept responsibility after another disappointing international campaign.

Klopp addresses Germany job links & demands changes after early World Cup exit

Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has responded to speculation linking him with the Germany manager role after the national team's World Cup round of 32 defeat to Paraguay. The 59-year-old insisted it was not the time to discuss replacing Julian Nagelsmann, while launching a scathing critique of the team and demanding systemic grassroots reform.

Havertz apologises after Germany shootout disaster

Kai Havertz apologised to Germany supporters after missing a penalty in a dramatic World Cup shootout defeat to Paraguay. The Arsenal forward had rescued his side with an equaliser in normal time, but Die Mannschaft's World Cup campaign ended after a tense 4-3 penalty defeat.

'I would love to continue' - Nagelsmann refuses to quit Germany despite World Cup exit

Julian Nagelsmann insists he has no intention of stepping down after Germany's shock 2026 World Cup exit to Paraguay. The Germany boss admitted the defeat was "very bitter" after his side failed to break down an "ultra-defensive" opponent, but says he remains committed to the role if the DFB want him to stay.

Klopp takes swipe at Arsenal after Germany's disallowed goal vs Paraguay

Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp aimed a pointed dig at Arsenal's tactical approach after Germany's shock World Cup exit at the hands of Paraguay. Klopp was left furious after a controversial VAR decision denied the four-time world champions a crucial extra-time winner before a dramatic penalty shootout defeat in the round of 32 tie.

How to get Paraguay vs France OR Sweden World Cup tickets?

Paraguay take on France or Sweden in the Round of 16. Here’s how you can secure your World Cup tickets

Nagelsmann a dead man walking after Paraguay upset Germany

Germany were sensationally dumped out of the 2026 World Cup on Monday evening after losing 4-3 on penalties to Paraguay after a 1-1 draw in Foxborough. Julian Nagelsmann's side had 75 percent possession and three times as many shots as their South American opponents (21-7), while they also thought they'd won a bad-tampered round-of-32 tie when Jonathan Tah headed home Nathaniel Brown's corner in extra-time.

Ecuador v Germany: Group E - FIFA World Cup 2026

Nagelsmann fires back at critics ahead of Paraguay clash

Julian Nagelsmann has delivered a blunt assessment of the pressure surrounding the German national team as they prepare for a high-stakes World Cup knockout clash against Paraguay. Following a disappointing group-stage finale against Ecuador, the head coach is refusing to let external noise distract from the task at hand in Boston.

Paraguay FIFA World Cup 2026 kits

Paraguay 2026 kits revealed - from the classic stripes to a new camouflage print.

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