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July 10, 2026

Mbappe, Dembele score as France beat Morocco 2-0 to reach World Cup semi-finals

Speaking after the match, Mbappe said, “There’s still a long way to go. We know that what’s coming is tougher than what we went through. We are ready for what’s next.”

France vs Morocco
July 9, 2026

Mbappé effigy burning in Paraguay fuels fans’ racism accusations

The decision to burn an effigy of Mbappe did not sit well with many on social media, and they are claiming racism as the motive behind it.

Mbappé effigy
July 9, 2026

Paraguayan lawmaker’s racist remarks against Mbappé disgraceful, violate human dignity: WHO DG

Mr Mbappé hit back at the Paraguayan lawmaker, who had referred to him as “ugly” and “a colonised Cameroonian.”

Celeste Amarilla and Kylian Mbappe
July 9, 2026

France leads global ranking ahead of quarter-final fixtures

France is leading the 2026 FIFA/Coca-Cola World Cup ranking.

France football team
July 9, 2026

Pickford, Costa top FIFA World Cup goalkeeper power rankings after round of 16

FIFA’s power rankings assess players’ performances throughout a tournament.

Jordan Pickford/Diogo Costa
July 9, 2026

Deschamps, Diaz confident of victory ahead of France, Morocco World Cup quarter-final clash

Morocco’s Brahim Diaz stated that the 2022 semifinalists were ready for the pressure against France.

Morroco and France teams
July 9, 2026

Mark Carney joking tells Norwegian PM Gahr Støre to loan Canada Man City star Haaland for 2030 World Cup

“Interoperability also means sharing crews.
And in the next World Cup, if you could share Erling Haaland with us, that would be greatly, greatly appreciated,” Mr Carney.

July 9, 2026

U.S. govt launches probe into Argentine FA’s alleged $300 million transfers

Tomas Regalado, an ambassador for the AFA in North America, said, “Investigative measures alone do not determine responsibility or guilt.”

July 9, 2026

Justin Bieber joins Madonna, Shakira, BTS for 2026 World Cup half-time show

Beyond entertainment, the initiative between FIFA and Global Citizen aims to raise $100 million to expand access to education and football.

Justin Bieber joins Madonna, Shakira
July 8, 2026

Chelsea, Manchester United agree £50 million deal for Andrey Santos

Santos will undergo a medical to finalise his move to Old Trafford.

Andrey Santos