FIFA WORLD CUP

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Senegal rue missed opportunities as Kylian Mbappe breaks France record

Kylian Mbappe hit a brace to become France's all-time leading goal scorer in a 3-1 victory against Senegal in their FIFA World Cup group I opener at the MetLife Stadium in New York.

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Pape Thiaw eyes another France upset in Senegal's FIFA World Cup opener

Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw believes his side has the quality and confidence to challenge any team in world football as they prepare to face France in their opening FIFA World Cup match on Tuesday.

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Maseko says greater intensity will be needed against Czechia

As Bafana Bafana finalise their preparations in Pachuca today for their next 2026 FIFA World Cup game against Czechia, Cyprus-based attacker Thapelo Maseko has identified the need for intensity as the area of focus.

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Herve Renard replaces Tunisia coach Sabri Lamouchi after World Cup thrashing

Tunisia have moved quickly to change their coaching staff after their disappointing start to the FIFA World Cup, replacing Sabri Lamouchi with experienced French coach Herve Renard following their heavy 5-1 defeat against Sweden.

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Stale Solbakken expects 'huge' Erling Haaland impact for Norway at FIFA World Cup

Norway manager Stale Solbakken believes Erling Haaland is ready to make a huge impact as the national team returns to the FIFA World Cup after a 28-year absence.

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Fae eyes bigger things for Elephants after Ecuador victory

As part of their preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Cote d’Ivoire beat France 2-1 in an international friendly, and head coach Emerse Fae says that was a big indication of what the Elephants can do.

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