HISTORICAL FACTS: 14 - The Untold Story

France Predicted Lineup vs. Morocco: World Cup Quarterfinal

France faces Morocco for the first time since the 2022 World Cup semifinals.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 8

Despite World Cup team’s diversity, France is still wrestling with unresolved issues of identity and representation

At every Football World Cup and any other major football tournament, it is not only Les Bleus’ performances on the pitch that come under scrutiny, but also the players’ identities, their migrant backgrounds and the extent to which they represent France and French society. This recurrent question speaks to unresolved…

The Conversation · Jul 8

Statesman, comedian and dealer of hard truths: how Kylian Mbappé became the king of this World Cup

The Frenchman is a footballer, flautist and a thespian. There’s no question he is the most thrilling and compelling figure at this year’s tournament

The Guardian - US · Jul 8

French prosecutors investigate racist abuse of Kylian Mbappé by Paraguayan senator

Celeste Amarilla could face charges after French Football Federation complains about social media posts over World Cup match

The Guardian - UK · Jul 7

French prosecutors investigating racist insults against Mbappé by Paraguay senator

French prosecutors have opened an investigation into a Paraguay senator's racist remarks targeting France captain Kylian Mbappé

The Independent UK · Jul 7

Macron condemns Paraguayan senator's racist remarks as Mbappé hits back

Kylian Mbappé condemned a Paraguayan senator on Monday for making racist comments about him following France's World Cup victory over Paraguay, calling her "despicable" and "not worthy" of her position.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 7

Judgement day for Marine Le Pen

PRESS REVIEW: Tuesday, July 7 – While Marine Le Pen hopes for an acquittal – or a tad more leniency – over the alleged embezzlement of €4.4 million from the European Parliament, has her party already moved on? In other news, New Zealand and Australia reel after a Chinese missile…

France 24 · Jul 7

France's Kylian Mbappé condemns 'despicable' Paraguayan senator over racist remarks

“Through your recklessness and your brazen racism, the entire world has already forgotten the journey and the historic effort that your players accomplished during this World Cup,” Mbappé wrote on X.

Euronews · Jul 7

Kylian Mbappe, France Hit Back at Paraguay Senator After Racist Attack

Les Bleus’ captain was racially abused online by a member of Paraguay’s government.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 7

Kylian Mbappé condemns Paraguayan senator over 'despicable' racist abuse

Kylian Mbappé condemned a Paraguayan senator on Monday for making racist comments about him after France's World Cup last-16 victory over Paraguay, calling her "despicable" and "not worthy" of her position. The remarks sparked widespread condemnation from French officials, including President Emmanuel Macron.

France 24 · Jul 7