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Ibrahima Konate has hit back at Lamine Yamal’s claims that France should be "afraid" of Spain ahead of their blockbuster World Cup semi-final tie. Speaking from the French camp in Boston, the Real Madrid defender insisted Les Bleus are remaining humble and blocking out external noise.

Michael Olise is reportedly seeking an urgent meeting with Bayern Munich officials to discuss his future following a sensational World Cup campaign that has seen his market value skyrocket. The France international is at a crossroads in Bavaria as interest from Real Madrid continues to intensify behind the scenes.

Spain are within touching distance of glory at the 2026 World Cup, but Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal has been handed some extra motivation from a very familiar source. His girlfriend, Ines Garcia, has taken to social media using a Justin Bieber theme to ensure the teenager has his eyes firmly on the prize ahead of a final that will feature a performance by the pop superstar himself.

France fans can breathe a collective sigh of relief as captain Kylian Mbappe appears to be in high spirits despite recent injury concerns. The Real Madrid superstar has been at the centre of an ankle scare following his substitution in the quarter-final victory over Morocco. However, new footage from the French camp suggests the Golden Boot contender is feeling fine ahead of the semi-final showdown with Spain.