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'Superstar' Mbappe shows why he is so special

It's been a strange season for Kylian Mbappe. Plenty of goals, no trophies and criticism from his home fans. But when the lights of the World Cup shine, nothing else matters.Having watched the likes of Vinicius Junior and Lamine Yamal fail to guide their teams to victory over the start of the tournament this summer, he made sure not to follow suit in remarkable style.

Mbappe opens the scoring against Senegal

Mbappe opens the scoring against SenegalTo play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser.This video can not be playedMbappe opens the scoring against SenegalClose00Kylian Mbappe opens the scoring for France in there opening game against Senegal.FOLLOW LIVE: France v SenegalAvailable to UK users only.SubsectionFrancePublished1 minute agoShareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingRead description

¡Ibrahim Mbaye descuenta para Senegal con apenas 18 años!

El joven futbolista del Paris Saint-Germain marcó el primer tanto de su país en esta edición y fue un auténtico GOLAZO.

Oh la GAA! French teams could soon be competing for Sam Maguire and Liam MacCarthy and here's how Ireland will use the EU Presidency to make it happen

Oh la GAA! French teams could soon be competing for Sam Maguire and Liam MacCarthy and here's how Ireland will use the EU Presidency to make it happenBy MUIRIS O CEARBHAILL Published: 22:06, 16 June 2026 | Updated: 22:09, 16 June 2026 e-mail View comments

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Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha adds millions of Instagram followers overnight following World Cup performance

One of the most shocking results of the 2026 FIFA World Cup so far has been the 0-0 draw between tournament favorites Spain and island nation Cape Verde.With roughly 500,000 citizens, Cape Verde is one of the least populated countries to ever compete at the World Cup, but that didn't stop them from going toe-to-toe with one of the sport's biggest superpowers.Spain came into the 2026 tournament with a top-three FIFA ranking and dreams of bringing another trophy back to the Iberian Peninsula, but...

MLB warns players to not to deface uniforms in wake of silent Pride Night protest

U.S. newsMLB warns players to not to deface uniforms in wake of silent Pride Night protestThe edict came after four San Francisco Giants players openly defied the team’s Pride Night.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Landen Roupp #65 of the San Francisco Giants pitches against the Chicago Cubs in the top of the first inning of a major league baseball game at Oracle Park on June 12 in San Francisco.Thearon W. Henderson / Getty ImagesShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJune 16, 2026, 5:00...

Bradley Barcola pone el 2-0 tras una definición de crack

El jugador del PSG marcó por segunda ocasión para Francia en el primer partido del Mundial 2026. TREMENDA DEFINICIÓN.

France striker Kylian Mbappé scores his 13th World Cup goal, breaking a tie with Pelé

Kylian Mbappé has scored his 13th World Cup goal to break a tie with Pelé and move the France forward into a tie for the fourth most in tournament history

FIFA reportedly willing to let Trump hand World Cup trophy to winning captain at MetLife Stadium

President Donald Trump might be headed for the middle of another FIFA trophy celebration.And if it happens, the reaction from sports media is utterly predictable.According to talkSPORT, FIFA has no objection to Trump handing the World Cup trophy directly to the winning captain after the final at MetLife Stadium on July 19. Not only that, but the organization is reportedly willing to let Trump decide whether he wants to remain in the middle of the celebration when the trophy is lifted.WATCH THE W...

Spurs join three-way Tonali fight - Wednesday's gossip

Spurs join three-way Tonali fight - Wednesday's gossipPublished2 minutes agoTottenham encouraged to bid for Sandro Tonali, Real Madrid plot Ruben Dias move and Manchester United make Marcus Rashford valuation.Tottenham have been encouraged to compete with Arsenal and Manchester City for Italy midfielder Sandro Tonali, with Newcastle's asking price for the 26-year-old expected to be about £100m. (Telegraph - subscription required), externalReal Madrid are plotting an £80m swoop for Manchester Cit...

Project Mbappe - the road to becoming France's record scorer

Project Mbappe - the road to becoming France's record scorerPublished2 minutes agoCommentsImage source, Getty ImagesBySean Kearns, BBC Sport and Andy Cryer, BBC Sport senior journalistJust Fontaine, Michel Platini, Jean-Pierre Papin, Thierry Henry, Olivier Giroud.France have had their fair share of brilliant attacking players over the years.But none better - in goalscoring terms at least - than Kylian Mbappe after his goal in his country's World Cup opener against Senegal.The Real Madrid forward...

Alysa Liu Set To Return To Figure Skating Competition In 2026

BusinessSportsMoneyAlysa Liu Set To Return To Figure Skating Competition In 2026ByCaroline Price,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Olympic Sports Analyst and Published AuthorFollow AuthorJun 16, 2026, 04:47pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.SummaryOlympic champion Alysa Liu is making her return to competitive figure skating this fall. After securing two gold m...

Harry Maguire told off for speaking out on World Cup snubbing

Harry Maguire has been told to keep his thoughts to himself about his World Cup snubbing.The Manchester United defender shared he was "shocked and gutted" not to be selected for the England squad, having been chosen for the last two World Cups.Former Scotland manager Gordon Strachan feels Maguire should have taken a moment to consider whether to express his opinions.Speaking with PlayUK, Strachan said: "With social media now, I'm sure Harry Maguire had to think about his followers. But sometimes...

What Could Hold Up NBA Expansion Progress This Summer?

BusinessSportsMoneyWhat Could Hold Up NBA Expansion Progress This Summer?ByJohn Cassillo,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. L.A.-based lead analyst at The Measure, covering the data behind sports media topics.Follow AuthorJun 16, 2026, 04:43pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.SummaryThe NBA, riding high after a successful Finals, will discuss potential expansion...

La efusiva reacción de Deschamps tras el primer gol de Francia en el Mundial

El seleccionador francés, Didier Deschamps, no ocultó su emoción tras el primer gol en su debut mundialista ante Senegal. Las cámaras captaron la celebración del técnico, que vivió con intensidad el tanto que puso en ventaja al equipo en su debut.

Kylian Mbappé anota un GOLAZO tras un gran pase de Michael Olise

Francia no encontraba la forma de romper el empate ante un combativo Senegal, hasta que sus estrellas se asociaron en una brillante jugada para firmar el 1-0.

¡Así lo vive Deschamps! El estratega francés quiere dar una mejor actuación con Francia

El Director Técnico de Francia, Didier Deschamps, expresa sus emociones y observaciones tácticas sobre su equipo y busca darle solución para un inicio victorioso en la Copa Mundial de la FIFA 2026.