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France eliminated by Spain as Didier Deschamps prepares for final match
Didier Deschamps will step down as France manager following a 2-0 semi-final defeat to Spain, ending a 14-year era that saw him become one of the most successful figures in French football history.
Sunday’s World Cup Final Half-Time Interval Expected to Stretch to 25 Minutes
Sunday's World Cup final is expected to have a half-time break of up to 25 minutes to accommodate a star-studded 11-minute musical performance.
Luis de la Fuente praises Spain after securing World Cup final spot
Spain's national team coach Luis de la Fuente lauded his players as the best in the world after their 2-0 semi-final win against France earned a spot in the 2026 World Cup final.
Lamine Yamal Gains Ground on Mbappe for 2026 Ballon d’Or After World Cup Semifinal
Lamine Yamal’s impressive performance in Spain’s World Cup semi-final win over France has shifted the 2026 Ballon d’Or race, putting significant pressure on Kylian Mbappe’s campaign.
Spain Advances to World Cup Final After Defeating France
Spain defeated France 2-0 in Dallas to reach their first World Cup final since 2010, powered by a dominant midfield display and a key performance from Lamine Yamal.
England missing just Henderson and Quansah for Argentina clash
Jordan Henderson and Jarell Quansah are the sole England players unavailable for the World Cup semi-final against Argentina, while Declan Rice is set to return.
Spain Retains Same Starting Lineup for World Cup Semi-Final Against France
Spain has kept an identical lineup for their semi-final match against France, while the French squad is expected to start Bradley Barcola on the wing.
Folarin Balogun says presidential interference increased strain on US squad
Folarin Balogun reveals that Donald Trump’s intervention to reverse his red card during the World Cup added significant, unwanted pressure on the US team.
Folarin Balogun anticipated backlash after World Cup suspension overturned
Folarin Balogun says he anticipated a negative reaction after FIFA surprisingly lifted his one-game World Cup ban following alleged political lobbying.
Spain issues apology following Mariano Rajoy’s controversial remarks on France’s football team
Spain has apologized to France after former PM Mariano Rajoy sparked a racism row by questioning the national identity of the French football team based on players' heritage.