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Next Game: France vs. Ivory Coast - Thursday, June 4 at 8.10pm in International Friendlies
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France lineup vs. Ivory Coast: Predicted XI for 2026 World Cup warm-up fixture
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how France could line up for Thursday’s friendly against Ivory Coast ahead of the 2026 World Cup.19:05
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Preview:France vs Ivory Coast - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's International Friendlies clash between France and Ivory Coast, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.19:00
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World Cup 2026 injury watch: Yamal, Saliba, Livramento… seven players battling fitness concerns ahead of the tournament
The ball rolls for the first time at the World Cup on 11 June. National teams have already begun preparations for the tournament in North America. However, even among the players selected, several big names remain doubts due to their physical condition.09:09
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Greatest World Cup kits of all time ranked
Sports Mole takes a look back and ranks the greatest World Cup kits of all time.Jun 1, 17:27
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Arsenal's William Saliba out for 'several weeks' after new injury blow: Can France replace him in World Cup squad?
Arsenal defender William Saliba is reportedly at risk of missing the entire World Cup after exacerbating an injury during the Champions League final.Jun 1, 14:25
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World Cup squad lists: Every player called up for this summer's tournament
Sports Mole brings you the complete World Cup squad lists for this summer’s tournament, with every player called up by all 48 nations as the final squad announcements are confirmed.May 23, 16:55
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Portugal name World Cup squad: Roberto Martinez reveals why Junior Kroupi turned down call-up
Portugal manager Roberto Martinez reveals why Bournemouth star Junior Kroupi turned down the opportunity to join his squad ahead of him selecting his 26-player group for the World Cup.May 19, 15:00
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France World Cup 2026 squad: Full list, predicted lineup, depth chart, latest news
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at the France squad for the 2026 World Cup, including the full list of players, predicted XI, depth charts and latest news.May 15, 09:12
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World Cup 2026: Which teams have qualified for this summer's tournament in North America?
Sports Mole takes a closer look at each team to have qualified for the 2026 World Cup in North America and how they got there.May 11, 08:00
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World Cup 2026 injury list and return dates: Hugo Ekitike, Rodrygo, Xavi Simons
Sports Mole provides a comprehensive list of all the notable injured and doubtful players for the 2026 World Cup.May 6, 13:43
World Cup 2026: When will France announce their squad for the tournament?
Sports Mole looks at when France boss Didier Deschamps is expected to announce his squad for the 2026 World Cup.Apr 28, 12:53
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Kylian Mbappe suffers injury blow as Real Madrid, France face anxious wait over superstar's fitness
Real Madrid attacker Kylian Mbappe reportedly suffered a hamstring injury during Friday's La Liga contest with Real Betis.Apr 25, 12:10
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Real Madrid put together 'three-man shortlist' as club plan to replace head coach Alvaro Arbeloa this summer
Real Madrid are reportedly considering appointing Mauricio Pochettino as their next head coach.Apr 16, 14:14
![England's Jude Bellingham in action on June 20, 2024 [IMAGO]](https://www.sportsmole.co.uk/thumbor/l_F5K04ebAxeQVjYIlbyCRcvc3o=/87x65/smart/filters:format(webp)/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F26%2Fjude-bellingham.jpg "England's Jude Bellingham in action on June 20, 2024 [IMAGO]")
World Cup 2026: From England's No. 10 debate to Brazil's defensive crisis, the big issues facing the favourites
With less than two months to go before squads are finalised, several of the main World Cup favourites have significant uncertainties in crucial positions.Mar 27, 15:52
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Brazil vs France: Vinicius Junior takes No. 10 shirt but disappointing display highlights leadership void
Vinicius Junior wore Brazil's No. 10 shirt against France, but a disappointing display raised fresh questions about his ability to lead the Seleção ahead of the 2026 World Cup.Mar 27, 10:55
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France lineup vs. Colombia: Predicted XI for friendly as Kylian Mbappe nears Olivier Giroud's all-time goal record
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how France could line up for Sunday's international friendly against Colombia.Mar 27, 10:37
Preview:Colombia vs France - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's International Friendly between Colombia and France, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Mar 27, 09:54
Brazil vs. France: How to watch, date, time, live stream and TV channel for friendly fixture
Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch the international friendly clash between Brazil and France.Mar 25, 14:58
Real Madrid 'misdiagnosed' Mbappe knee injury after medical staff made embarrassing error
Real Madrid reportedly 'misdiagnosed' Kylian Mbappe's knee injury after making an embarrassing error.Mar 25, 00:19
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Kylian Mbappe injury latest: France, Real Madrid star claims “lies have been told” about knee issue
Kylian Mbappe delivers the latest update on his fitness and responds to 'lies' that have been told about his recent knee injury.Mar 24, 12:27
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