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FIFA World Cup 2026: Dembele-Mbappe make history as France complete first group-stage clean sweep since 1998

France achieved a historic feat by winning all three group stage matches in a major competition for the first time since 1998, powered by a sensational hat-trick from Ousmane Dembele and crucial assists from Kylian Mbappe. Their dominant 4-1 victory over Norway, despite the absence of Erling Haaland, signals a…

The Economic Times

Who would the US need to beat to win the World Cup? Probably only Spain, France and England

Mauricio Pochettino’s team won their group after some impressive performances. But they’d probably need to beat some of the world’s best to claim the title

The Guardian - US

World Cup 2026: Flawless France cruise through while Cape Verde make history

France have won all three of their group-stage matches at a World Cup for the first time since 1998. Les Bleus brushed Norway aside in a 4-1 demolition, powered by an Ousmane Dembélé hat-trick and a bullet header from Désiré Doué.

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World Cup 2026 : Senegal through to the knockout round, Dembélé triple puts France on top

France secured the top spot of their group in style, thanks to a hat trick by Ousmane Dembélé. Senegal 5-0 goal fest against Iraq means they make it through to the knockouts. Cape Verde go unbeaten in the group stages, with a 0-0 draw against Saudi Arabia. They are the…

France 24

World Cup 2026: How tactical tweak inspired France to run riot in statement win

Les Bleus’ stunning array of forward talent masks any lingering defensive worries as weakened Norway brushed aside

Evening Standard

‘A sad inevitability’: after decades of climate warnings, why is Europe so unprepared for rising heat?

Scorching summer of 2003 triggered first efforts to deal with the problem but heatwaves still have devastating impact

The Guardian - UK

With Oscar Onley out, what can Netcompany Ineos hope to achieve in this Tour de France – and in future ones?

Five-year aim of winning the Tour looks particularly distant right now, but who can make the race a success this July, and how do they get back on track going forward?

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This is why Europe was so fatally unprepared for the June heatwave

IN FOCUS: Europe’s hottest ever June has laid bare the failures of successive governments across the continent to prepare for extreme heat. Now, scientists say, we have reached the point where climate change is having a severe impact on daily life. Alex Croft reports

The Independent UK

‘Zinedine Zidane was supposed to take the corner in the World Cup final, not head it in. But I said, “No, let me take this one, you stay in the box”’ Youri Djorkaeff on his part in France’s 1998 World Cup final win

Djorkareff provided the assist for Zidane's vital second goal against Brazil in the 1998 World Cup final

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Burkina Faso junta cuts diplomatic ties with former colonial ruler France

Burkina Faso's ruling junta, lead by Captain Ibrahim Traoré, announced late Friday it has cut diplomatic ties with former colonial ruler France, accusing Paris of persistently acting against its interests. France called the decision "hostile and baseless".

Radio France Internationale

Germany braces for record temperatures as heatwave moves east

France, Britain, Switzerland and ‌Germany all experienced record heat in June and the weather system could test more records ⁠as it rolls across Germany towards Poland Saturday. Germany reached a new record of 41.3°C Friday near the city of Saarbruecken close to the French border while dozens of people, ⁠both…

France 24

Burkina Faso cuts diplomatic relations with France, once a key ally

Burkina Faso’s military government has severed diplomatic ties with France, its former colonial ruler and key security partner

The Independent UK

Germany hit by record temperatures as heatwave moves east

Europe is grappling with a severe heatwave, with Germany recording a new record temperature of 41.3°C. This sweltering weather, linked to numerous deaths, is moving east after scorching Britain and France. Public services are strained, with rail travel disrupted and events cancelled. Experts attribute the extreme heat to man-made climate…

The Economic Times

Germany, Poland poised for soaring temperatures as heatwave moves east

A scorching heatwave, responsible for numerous deaths across Western Europe, is now bearing down on Germany and Poland with temperatures nearing 40°C. Record-breaking heat has already strained public infrastructure in France and Britain, disrupting travel and leading to event cancellations. Experts warn of further record-breaking temperatures as the phenomenon, amplified…

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Winning FIFA World Cup group takes a backseat to getting ready for the knockout stage for some teams

FFIA World Cup 2026: Coaches at the football tournament are shifting strategies, prioritizing player rest and injury prevention over group stage dominance. Norway, without star Haaland, lost to France but focused on a longer tournament run. Portugal's Martinez aims for wins, while Colombia's Lorenzo considers opponent matchups. Spain's de la…

The Guardian - UK

It’s north v south in rugby’s big global gamble as Nations Championship begins

For better or worse, the inaugural edition of the inter-hemisphere tournament launches with even more long-haul flights in a drive to attract greater interest

Radio France Internationale

Cape Verde reach knockout stages on World Cup debut

Cape Verde advanced to the knockout stages of the World Cup on their debut appearance following a 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia on Friday night in Houston.

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup: Dembele's quick-fire treble powers France to 4-1 win over second-string Norway

Ousmane Dembele dazzled with a stunning first-half hat-trick, leading France to a decisive 4-1 victory over a reserve Norway team in World Cup Group I. This triumph, dedicated to manager Didier Deschamps, elevates France into the Round of 32 with great momentum. Meanwhile, Norway, already qualified, opted for a lighter…

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Dembélé scores three against second string Norway as France claim Group I

Ousmane Dembélé rocketed up the World Cup goal-scoring charts on Friday with a hat trick as France demolished Norway 4-1 in Massachusetts.

Evening Standard

Why Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard did not play for Norway against France

Stale Solbakken dropped top goalscorer and captain for last group stage outing

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Why did Didier Deschamps not manage France tonight?

France have ensured their World Cup will continue to delay the end of the Deschamps era, but the two-time winner wasn't in the dugout against Norway

Sports Illustrated

Three Key Takeaways From France’s Emphatic Win, Dembele’s Hat Trick vs. Norway

Ousmane Dembélé scored three goals in the first half to secure the top spot in Group I ahead of the knockout stages.

The Independent UK

Sublime Ousmane Dembele hat-trick shows just why France are World Cup favourites

Norway 1-4 France: Les Bleus had too much for the much-changed Norway, with Miguel Delaney outlining how their scary depth justifies their status as favourites

Bangkok Post

Usyk -- pugilist who kept Ukrainian spirits high in darkest days

PARIS (FRANCE) - Oleksandr Usyk's boxing feats have boosted Ukrainian morale during the four years since Russia invaded but at 39, the old warrior has decided job done and being king of the heavyweight division belongs to someone else.

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Quickest World Cup hat-tricks of all-time

Where does Ousmane Dembele's hat-trick against Norway rank amongst the quickest in World Cup history

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