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Mbappe addresses Dembele rift rumours ahead of Ballon d’Or battle

Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe has moved to dismiss suggestions of a growing rift between himself and France team-mate Ousmane Dembele. The two forwards are set to go head-to-head for the 2026 Ballon d’Or, but Mbappe insists their friendship remains intact despite the high-stakes individual competition.

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'It's like a film' - Mbappe thrilled by Zidane reunion

Kylian Mbappe has expressed his delight at reuniting with Zinedine Zidane, describing the appointment of the new France national team coach as a cinematic moment. The pair first met when the former midfielder invited a young Mbappe to trial at Real Madrid over a decade ago, and they will now work together following the departure of Didier Deschamps.

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Cherki 'honoured' by Zidane appointment

Manchester City playmaker Rayan Cherki has expressed his excitement ahead of Zinedine Zidane’s highly anticipated debut as France manager. The 23-year-old is relishing the opportunity to link up with the legendary coach during the international break.

Zidane to receive unprecedented personal security detail for France role

Zinedine Zidane will receive a bespoke and enhanced security detail for his tenure as manager of the France national team. The 1998 World Cup winner requires unprecedented protection to manage the intense fanaticism surrounding his return to Les Bleus following Didier Deschamps' departure.

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Mourinho reveals Zidane made Tchouameni choice alone

Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has firmly denied having any involvement in the recent decision made by new France boss Zinedine Zidane to omit midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni from the national team squad. The Portuguese coach expressed his surprise at the news but fully supported the move, which allows the player to properly recover from an ongoing groin injury.

Zinedine Zidane includes Jacquet, Diouf, and Da Cunha in France squad

New France head coach Zinedine Zidane has unveiled his maiden squad, handing surprise debut call-ups to Jacquet, Diouf, and Da Cunha alongside Restes and Lepaul. The former Real Madrid manager confirmed Kylian Mbappe as captain while turning the page on veteran figures.

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