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Mbappe Scores 2, France Reaches Knockout Stage of World Cup

Kylian Mbappe scored two goals and put defending champion France into the knockout stage of the World Cup with a 2-1 win over Denmark on Saturday. Mbappe put France ahead in the 61st minute and then scored the winner in the 86th with his right thigh as Les Bleus became…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Mbappe Dazzles vs. Denmark; France Clinches WC Last-16 Spot

Denmark had no answer for Kylian Mbappé, who scored both of France’s goals in a 2-1 win at the World Cup that ensure the champs will be advancing out of the group.

Sports Illustrated

France vs Denmark LIVE: World Cup 2022 final score and result as Kylian Mbappe books knockout spot

France qualify for the knockout rounds after beating Denmark at Stadium 974

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France face biggest group stage challenge against a solid Denmark

France and Denmark go into their match on Saturday as Group D’s clear favourites for winners and runners-up, respectively. Les Bleus will be full of confidence after smashing Australia 4-1 in their opening match just after Denmark drew against Tunisia – but France will have little cause for complacency after…

France 24

Giroud ready to tower above French giants

Doha (AFP) - From Raymond Kopa to Michel Platini and Zinedine Zidane to Thierry Henry, France has produced some of football's all-time greats, but Olivier Giroud needs just one more goal for Les Bleus to tower over all of his compatriots.

AFP

Arsenal news: William Saliba to feature for France as Youri Tielemans hints at transfer decision

All the latest Arsenal news and transfer gossip including updates on William Saliba, Marco Asensio and Youri Tielemans

Football London

Arsenal star William Saliba set to feature for France amid World Cup debut delay

William Saliba has been a standout performer for Arsenal so far this season resulting in him being called up for France at the World Cup - but he did not get on the pitch against Australia

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Gary Lineker cries "terrible shame" as France dealt latest World Cup injury blow

Lucas Hernandez has been ruled out for the foreseeable future after the France defender suffered a serious knee injury with his World Cup campaign now over

Daily Mirror

France defender Hernandez limps out of World Cup

Doha (AFP) - France defender Lucas Hernandez will miss the rest of the defending champions' World Cup campaign after suffering a knee injury in Tuesday's opening match against Australia, a source close to Les Bleus told AFP.

AFP

France's Adrien Rabiot proves he's ready to put World Cup and Man Utd snubs behind him

FRANCE 4-1 AUSTRALIA: Les Bleus were trailing in their World Cup opener until midfielder Adrien Rabiot grabbed the game by the scruff of the neck and showed why Manchester United were so keen to sign him

Daily Mirror

Socceroos outclassed by France in first World Cup game in Qatar, with 4-1 scoreline putting Australia in deep hole

An early goal gives the Socceroos hope of an upset, but the superstars turn up for Les Bleus in their Qatar World Cup opener, leaving Australia with a mountain to climb to get out of Group D.

ABC News

France survive scare as Olivier Giroud equals Thierry Henry record - 5 talking points

FRANCE 4-1 AUSTRALIA: Reigning World Cup champions France went behind to Craig Goodwin's early strike but claimed all three points thanks to goals from Adrien Rabiot, Olivier Giroud and Kylian Mbappe

Daily Mirror

William Saliba given major World Cup blow ahead of France clash amid Didier Deschamps choice

Arsenal news: Saliba given chance to impress for France but isn't expected to start for Les Bleus.

Football London

Arsene Wenger makes World Cup prediction - "My number one favourite"

France are looking to retain their World Cup title after winning the competition four years ago and former Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has tipped Les Bleus to do so

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France 24

France firm favourites to start off with win against Australia, despite injuries

France are overwhelming favourites in their opening clash against relative minnows Australia, especially given the presence of the mighty Kylian Mbappé. But Les Bleus fans can be forgiven a few jitters – as a range of injuries afflicts the squad and the curse of World Cup title-holders looms large.

The Independent UK

Kylian Mbappe: Holders France need superstar to put team first in World Cup defence

The PSG forward leads a weaker Les Bleus side than the one that lifted the trophy four years ago

Al Jazeera

World Cup 2022: France vs Australia match preview

The current champions seem confident that they can overcome the well-drilled and pragmatic Australian team.

Asharq Al-Awsat

France Faces Midfield Battle against Australia at World Cup

Even without the injured Karim Benzema, defending World Cup champion France has plenty of attacking power. Most teams would love to have either Kylian Mbappe, Antoine Griezmann or Olivier Giroud in their forward line, let alone all three. They have 119 international goals between them, plus an abundance of speed,…

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Football London

France vs Australia prediction and odds as Les Bleus kick off their World Cup defence

We've picked out a solid France vs Australia prediction ahead of Tuesday's Group D clash in the Al Wakrah Stadium

Daily Mirror

Former France World Cup manager felt "bored" during historic 2018 success

France lifted their second World Cup title in Russia back in 2018 but despite the success, one former manager of Les Bleus was not left particularly enamoured with Didier Deschamps’ side

AFP

Penaud double takes France to 'confidence-boosting' win over Japan

Toulouse (France) (AFP) - France captain Charles Ollivon said Sunday's 35-17 Autumn Nations Series victory over Japan helps "grow confidence" as they continued their winning run before next year's Rugby World Cup on home soil.

AFP

Penaud double takes France past Japan

Toulouse (France) (AFP) - Winger Damian Penaud scored twice as France beat Japan 35-17 in the Autumn Nations Series on Sunday to continue their winning run before next year's Rugby World Cup on home soil.

AFP

Spectre of 2002 hangs over injury-hit France at World Cup

Doha (AFP) - France are the World Cup holders, but a troubled build-up to their defence of the trophy means Les Bleus will go into Tuesday's opening game in Qatar against Australia with the spectre of 2002 hanging over them.

The Independent UK

Star striker Karim Benzema out of World Cup with thigh tear

Defending champion France’s World Cup hopes have taken a huge blow with the news that star striker Karim Benzema is out of the tournament after tearing a muscle in his left thigh during training

AFP

Defence coach Edwards' new France deal 'excellent news' for Ibanez

Toulouse (France) (AFP) - France team manager Raphael Ibanez said on Friday defence coach Shaun Edwards signing a new contract until 2027 was "excellent news."

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