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France battles the odds in bid for a third World Cup victory

France coach Didier Deschamps knows that many football fans want Argentina to win Sunday's World Cup final – just to give Lionel Messi the perfect send-off from the sport's biggest tournament. In fact, Deschamps says he thinks some in France may be hoping for an Argentina victory, too.

France 24

Gianni Infantino and the difficult second monologue

In today’s Football Daily: Gianni Infantino, air conditioning and more

The Guardian - UK

Didier Deschamps explains how France hope to stop Lionel Messi in World Cup 2022 final

France coach Didier Deschamps has admitted it will be more difficult to contain Lionel Messi in Sunday's World Cup final than in their last meeting with Argentina in Russia four years ago.

Evening Standard

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Lionel Messi’s day of destiny is a rare shot at World Cup final redemption

Few get a second attempt at the greatest game in football but Messi has earned the chance to complete his story when Argentina face France in Sunday’s World Cup final

The Independent UK

Kylian Mbappe told to prove he is better than Lionel Messi ahead of World Cup final

With the World Cup final just days away, fans, pundits and now even players are debating who is the best in the world right now - Kylian Mbappe or Lionel Messi?

Daily Mirror

Argentina vs France prediction and odds ahead of 2022 FIFA World Cup Final

The Inside brings you the best in betting tips and prediction during the 2022 FIFA World Cup as the stage is set to find out whether France become the first nation to win successive World Cups since Brazil in 1962 or if Argentina lift the trophy for the first time…

Football London

France plot new plan to stop Lionel Messi after Kanté’s 2018 masterclass

Without midfielder from the last World Cup, Didier Deschamps must find a fresh strategy to contain Argentina’s captain

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For Indian sports fan, 'Little Masters' tread same route to World Cup glory

For a generation that grew up adoring Sachin Tendulkar, Leo Messi was like a beacon of hope after the 'Little Master' left the stage in 2013. Different disciplines all right, but Messi, who isn't much taller to Tendulkar in physical stature, had a similar towering influence on the Indian mindscape.

The Times of India

Luis Suarez sends heartfelt message to Lionel Messi as Argentina reach World Cup final

Argentina reached the World Cup final with an emphatic 3-0 victory over Croatia on Tuesday as Lionel Messi chipped in with his fifth goal of the tournament in another impressive display

Daily Mirror

The Champs Elysee to be shut down as France vs Morocco World Cup semi final sparks fan clash fears

Paris authorities are considering shutting the Champs Elysee to prevent both sets of fans clashing before or after the match.

Daily Record

Josip Juranovic dumbfounds France legend as 'unbelievable' Celtic hero named World Cup superstar

Gallas expects defenders to dread facing the likes of Neymar but loved how Juranovic did both sides against fancied favourites.

Daily Record

Hugo Lloris reveals Harry Kane text chat after World Cup penalty miss: ‘It was hard to find the words’

Hugo Lloris has revealed he has been in contact with Harry Kane since his penalty miss against France, and backed his Tottenham team-mate to put his Qatar heartache behind him.

Evening Standard

Hugo Lloris backs Harry Kane to recover from World Cup penalty miss

Defending champions France face Morocco for a place in Sunday’s final.

The Independent UK

Mia Khalifa infatuation with Aaron Mooy resurfaces as adult star swoons over Celtic man

The ex-adult actress' comments have resurfaced after Mooy starred for Australia during the World Cup in Qatar.

Daily Record

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The Guardian - UK

Lionel Scaloni hails his Argentina side’s ‘beautiful’ victory in ‘ugly game’

Argentina manager said Netherlands ‘played in a way I didn’t expect from them’ but that Lionel Messi had shown he was ‘the best of all time’ in their victory

The Independent UK

Why Kylian Mbappe and France are better off without Karim Benzema

The reigning Ballon d’Or winner’s injury has proven serendipitous for Les Bleus as their superstar has been unlocked

The Independent UK

World Cup: The best moments so far from Lionel Messi magic and shock upsets to group stage drama

Amid controversy and continued human rights concerns surrounding Fifa and Qatar off the pitch, it’s been an exhilarating ride so far on it

The Times of India

FIFA World Cup: How lack of vertical play, dropping seniors cost Spain dear

When Spain dismantled Costa Rica 7-0 in their World Cup opener, the general consensus among pundits and fans was that La Roja would go deep in the tournament. But in the next three matches, Spain lost two, drew one and are now out of the tournament.

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The Independent UK

World Cup: The best moments so far from Lionel Messi magic and shock upsets to group stage drama

Amid controversy and continued human rights concerns surrounding Fifa and Qatar off the pitch, it’s been an exhilarating ride so far on it

Daily Record

Borna Barisic in a Celtic shirt would be worth £50m while Peter Lawwell's return is good news - Hotline

Gordon Parks manned the phones and there's plenty of support for France ahead of Saturday's World Cup showdown with England.

The Times of India

'Incomplete' midfield combinations make it an even World Cup

The ongoing World Cup has been termed as the most even festival of football in recent memory. The argument given is that there is not one stand-out team that seems to be calling the shots. While there are numerous reasons being discussed – mid-season World Cup being one of them…

The Independent UK

Lionel Messi’s touch of genius showed why he is the greatest player of any generation

Argentina 2-1 Australia: On a landmark night, Messi produced the moment of magic to steer La Albiceleste into the quarter-finals, even as they were forced to hang on at the end

Daily Mirror

Lionel Messi's awkward moment with Robert Lewandowski shows true feelings between duo

Lionel Messi and Robert Lewandowski - Barcelona legends past and present - appeared to share an awkward World Cup moment after a period when the two became rivals

USA Today Sports Media Group

‘Canelo, you’re messing up’: Argentine MMA fighters defend Lionel Messi after threats over locker room video

Canelo Alvarez's threats against Lionel Messi didn't sit well with these Argentine MMA fighters.

The Guardian - UK

The old-school corporate shilling and Wales going gentle into that good night

In today’s Football Daily: Wales bow out, England roll on and LVG bristles

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