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Mbappe: Don't compare me to Pele!

Mbappe: Don't compare me to Pele!

France striker Kylian Mbappe became the first teenager in 60 years to score a brace in a World Cup match with his double against Argentina. 1 Jul 2018
Around 43,000 fans attended France and Argentina's 4-3 thriller

Around 43,000 fans attended France and Argentina's 4-3 thriller

The World Cup round of 16 match between France and Argentina was played in front of a sell-out crowd of 42,873 fans at Kazan Arena. 1 Jul 2018
Mbappe claims Man of Match after Argentina double

Mbappe claims Man of Match after Argentina double

France forward Kylian Mbappe was named the man of the match after putting in a stunning display to help his country beat Argentina 4-3 in Kazan this morning. 1 Jul 2018
Deschamps becomes France’s longest-serving head coach

Deschamps becomes France’s longest-serving head coach

France head coach Didier Deschamps has become France's longest-serving manager after leading his side to victory over Argentina in their World Cup round of 16 match. 1 Jul 2018
France edge thriller to send Argentina packing

France edge thriller to send Argentina packing

Kylian Mbappe put in a stunning performance as France defeated Argentina 4-3 in the first World Cup round of 16 match in Kazan this morning. 1 Jul 2018
Pic special - Messi and mates sent home

Pic special - Messi and mates sent home

France's electrifying 4-3 win over Argentina means Lionel Messi will have to wait at least another four years to get his hands on the trophy he desires above all other. Pics by Getty Images. 1 Jul 2018
France v Argentina - player ratings

France v Argentina - player ratings

France have stormed into the quarter-finals after a 4-3 thriller against Argentina in the round of 16. 30 Jun 2018
Ex-Russia coach: Argentina, France have equal chance to reach quarter-final

Ex-Russia coach: Argentina, France have equal chance to reach quarter-final

MOSCOW, June 30 (Sputnik) - Former Russia head coach Anatoly Byshovets told Sputnik on Saturday that France and Argentina had equal chances to win their FIFA World Cup round of 16 match, and the teams' ability to take their chances would become the decisive factor in their success. 30 Jun 2018
Nabbout: I'm indebted to Bert

Nabbout: I'm indebted to Bert

Socceroo Andrew Nabbout has hailed coach Bert van Marwijk for giving him a chance at the World Cup. 30 Jun 2018
France Forward Mbappe Great, Argentina Forward Messi Incomparable - France Captain Lloris

France Forward Mbappe Great, Argentina Forward Messi Incomparable - France Captain Lloris

KAZAN, June 29 (Sputnik) - France goalkeeper and captain Hugo Lloris said Friday that his teammate forward Kylian Mbappe was a great player, but he still could not be compared to Argentina forward and captain Messi. 30 Jun 2018
France must minimise Messi's contribution - Deschamps

France must minimise Messi's contribution - Deschamps

France coach Didier Deschamps said his side should do their best to minimise Argentina captain's contribution in their upcoming FIFA World Cup encounter, which will be held in Kazan on Sunday (12am AEST). 30 Jun 2018
Deschamps: France lacked experience in group stage

Deschamps: France lacked experience in group stage

France head coach Didier Deschamps said Friday that his side lacked experience in the 2018 FIFA World Cup group stage matches. 29 Jun 2018
Many Argentina Players Can Propel Team to Quarterfinals, Not Only Messi - France Captain

Many Argentina Players Can Propel Team to Quarterfinals, Not Only Messi - France Captain

KAZAN, June 29 (Sputnik) - France goalkeeper and captain Hugo Lloris said Friday that not only Argentina captain Lionel Messi could propel his side to the 2018 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals, but many of his teammates as well. 29 Jun 2018
Lazaridis: Bert's Denmark tactics cost us

Lazaridis: Bert's Denmark tactics cost us

Former Socceroo Stan Lazaridis says Bert van Marwijk’s tactics in the Denmark game at the World Cup proved costly for Australia. 29 Jun 2018
Nabbout: I hope Arzani makes the right decision

Nabbout: I hope Arzani makes the right decision

Socceroo attacker Andrew Nabbout has chipped in his five cents to Daniel Arzani amidst speculation the teenager could be heading to Europe. 29 Jun 2018
Crespo says France are favorites against Argentina

Crespo says France are favorites against Argentina

France are the favorites to win their round of 16 match against Argentina at the 2018 World Cup, former Argentina striker Hernan Crespo said Wednesday. 28 Jun 2018

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