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Will UCL & Ballon d’Or luck change for ‘black cat’ Mbappe?

Kylian Mbappe has been unable to get his hands on Champions League and Ballon d’Or prizes, but former France international Louis Saha has used Cristiano Ronaldo as an example of why fortunes can change quickly for a “black cat”. Luck has not been on Mbappe’s side, despite being a World Cup-winning superstar, but the most prestigious of honours are expected to come his way eventually.

Zidane's son Luca suffers fractured jaw as Algeria sweat on World Cup fitness

Algeria have been hit with a significant injury scare ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with goalkeeper Luca Zidane emerging as a major doubt for the tournament. The Granada shot-stopper, son of France legend Zinedine Zidane, suffered a serious facial injury during a Spanish second-division clash against Almeria on Sunday.

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

Klopp is particularly eager for one World Cup fixture

Jürgen Klopp has revealed which match at this summer’s World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico he is most looking forward to.

How serious is Mbappe’s injury? Real receive ‘good’ update

Real Madrid are facing a nervous wait over the fitness of Kylian Mbappe after the superstar forward limped out of Friday's 1-1 draw with Real Betis. While initial tests have offered a glimmer of hope to the Bernabeu faithful, the Frenchman remains a major doubt for the season's defining fixtures and this summer's World Cup.

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'It's my fault' - Buffon admits role in Zidane's red card in World Cup final

Italy icon Gianluigi Buffon has opened up on the most infamous moment in World Cup history, jokingly claiming responsibility for Zinedine Zidane's moment of madness in the 2006 final. The legendary goalkeeper believes his own heroics between the sticks pushed the French icon over the edge before his shocking headbutt on Marco Materazzi.

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Ekitike receives encouraging words from Deschamps after WC dream dashed

France national team head coach Didier Deschamps has sent a powerful message to Hugo Ekitike following the announcement of his serious injury. The Liverpool forward, who was enjoying a stellar season in the Premier League, has seen his 2026 World Cup dreams shattered after going down in the Champions League defeat to Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday.

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Carragher predicts Morocco will defeat Brazil but ultimately exit the World Cup at the hands of this side

A Liverpool legend regards Morocco as a new global footballing force.

Real Madrid are reportedly eyeing a world-class manager

France’s outgoing national team manager, Didier Deschamps, is in the running to become the next head coach of Spanish giants Real Madrid.

National team boss emerges as surprise Real Madrid candidate

Real Madrid are reportedly considering a sensational move for France national team manager Didier Deschamps as they look to restore their dominance in Spain and Europe. The World Cup winner is expected to leave his post with Les Bleus after the 2026 World Cup, and the Bernabeu board have identified him as a top target.

'Real Madrid eye star signing from the Champions League quarter-finals'

'Man with 215 appearances for Real Madrid could be heading to the Premier League'

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Deschamps: Managing Mbappe, Dembele & Olise is easy

France head coach Didier Deschamps has dismissed the idea that managing a squad filled with global superstars like Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele is a difficult task. Speaking at a special conference, the World Cup winner explained that the elite mentalities of his leading men actually make his job significantly smoother.

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A French disgrace… 24 red cards in a single match!

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Between Morocco and France... Bouadi's decision with 'Zidane's hand'

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On the brink... Medical report raises concerns about former Real Madrid star

His condition has been described as "serious"

The deal is done... Zidane fulfils his dream after years of waiting

Zizo turned down all offers for the sake of a single position

Video: Iraqi Prime Minister warns against Halland and Senegal

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Before the US and Iran… historic battles played out on World Cup pitches

Doubts surround Iran's participation in the World Cup

How Kylian Mbappé followed in Pelé’s footsteps twice during the 2018 World Cup

Video.. Lakjaâ, laughing: Morocco will compete with France for the top spot in the FIFA rankings

The Moroccan official raises the ambitions of the Atlas Lions ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

European national team... 'Opta' predicts the 2026 World Cup winner

Opta's computer prediction shocks Messi, Ronaldo and Mbappé

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Mbappé: I’ve never met a Moroccan like Hakimi… and he couldn’t understand me when we first met

Mbappé recounted the details of their first meeting

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Mbappe admits he nearly retired from France duty due to racist abuse

Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe has lifted the veil on one of the darkest moments of his international career, revealing the depth of his distress following Euro 2020. The World Cup winner admitted he nearly retired from France duty due to a barrage of racist abuse.

Mbappé explains why he prefers Cameroon to Algeria

The Merengue star reveals which national team he will play for outside France

They called me a monkey and I felt like a dead man… Mbappé looks back on a dark moment and shares his World Cup memories with Hakimi

The French star talks to journalists about the boxing match

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Ex-France boss says England not 'serious' WC contenders & have 'loser' image

Ex-France manager Raymond Domenech has suggested that England are not "serious" contenders to win the 2026 World Cup. Thomas Tuchel's side have widely been billed as one of the favourites for glory at the tournament in North America, but Domenech does not believe the Three Lions will shake their "loser" image.

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