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Mbappe vs Spain: The one hidden World Cup knockout round the France captain has never conquered

Kylian Mbappé is undoubtedly one of the greatest players in World Cup history, having won the trophy and established as a prolific goalscorer. However, he faces a major challenge against Spain as he pursues an achievement he has yet to accomplish.
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Adrien Rabiot confirms France will have no ‘anti-Yamal’ plan for World Cup semifinal vs Spain

Facing Spain in yet another semifinal, France star Adrien Rabiot confirmed that they won't have an "anti-Yamal" plan for the 2026 World Cup clash.
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Lionel Messi finally faces England: Argentina star’s record against the other World Cup champions

Lionel Messi is set to face England in the 2026 World Cup semifinal, adding the last World Cup champion he had yet to play against in his career.
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‘Messi’s World Cup is extraordinary,’ says Barcelona president Joan Laporta amid reported tensions

Despite already being 39 years old, Lionel Messi remains one of the best players at the 2026 World Cup. Amid the reported tensions, Barcelona president Joan Laporta praised the Argentine star's performances.
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England legend John Terry sends bold message to Messi’s Argentina before World Cup semifinal: ‘Man for man, we’re better’

Ahead of the 2026 World Cup semifinals against Lionel Messi's Argentina, England legend John Terry heated up the game with a bold claim: "Man for man, we're better."
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Spain’s Rodri warns Lamine Yamal to ‘calm down a bit’ before 2026 World Cup semifinal against France

While Spain have been one of the most solid teams at the 2026 World Cup, Lamine Yamal has failed to make an impact in front of goal. Nevertheless, Rodri Hernandez has advised the 19-year-old star to calm down a bit just before Spain's match against France.
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Report: Aurelien Tchouameni set to start for France vs Spain, leaving Manu Koné on bench

In France's most recent victory over Morocco, head coach Didier Deschamps decided to start Manu Koné in midfield. Despite his impressive performance, Aurélien Tchouaméni is reportedly expected to return to the starting lineup.
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Spain’s Pau Cubarsí revels ‘no fear’ over facing Kylian Mbappé in 2026 World Cup semifinal

After shining against Belgium, Spain secured their place in the 2026 World Cup semifinals, where they will face France. Ahead of the match, young defender Pau Cubarsí revealed that he is not afraid of facing Kylian Mbappé, while analyzing their upcoming showdown.
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Casemiro’s replacement arrives as Manchester United complete $67M Andrey Santos deal

Despite coming off an incredible season, Casemiro decided to leave Manchester United, forcing the club to make drastic changes in midfield. As a result, the Red Devils have already secured his replacement, signing Andrey Santos for $67 million.
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France vs Spain poll: Vote for the better player in every head-to-head matchup ahead of the 2026 World Cup semifinal

France and Spain will be clashing in the 2026 World Cup semifinals, with stars in every single line of the pitch.
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Argentina stars injury update: Paredes and Cuti Romero reportedly fit for World Cup semifinal vs England

Leandro Paredes and Cristian Romero have reportedly received a positive injury update as both Argentina stars will be fit to face England in the 2026 World Cup semifinals.
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Uruguay to appoint legend Diego Forlan as head coach after World Cup disaster under Marcelo Bielsa

With Marcelo Bielsa's resign after a disastrous 2026 World Cup, legend Diego Forlan is set to be appointed as next Uruguay's national team head coach
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Jude Bellingham joins an exclusive consecutive-brace World Cup-list in England’s victory over Norway

While the match was closely contested, England defeated Norway 2-1, securing their place in the 2026 World Cup semifinals. Unexpectedly, Jude Bellingham emerged as the hero, scoring a brace that saw him join an exclusive list of players to score braces in consecutive World Cup matches.
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Erling Haaland’s father Alfie hits out at referee after Norway’s World Cup elimination against England

After Norway's World Cup elimination against England, Elring Haaland's father Alfie hit out at the referee Clement Turpin.
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France defender Konate responds to Lamine Yamal: ‘He can say whatever he wants’

After Lamine Yamal claimed that France should be the ones afraid of Spain, defender Ibrahima Konate issued a straight response: "He can say whatever he wants."